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The Growth Journey of a Founder CEO: “The Shadow of a Leader”

The Growth Journey of a Founder CEO: “The Shadow of a Leader”

by Howard Cleveland | Aug 25, 2023 | Howard

In the early stages of a company, Founder CEOs are closer to peers than bosses. Everyone is working around the clock to make the business work. Relationships are often personal and somewhat informal. As the company grows, new employees join the company and the...
Navigating the Leadership Maze: A Guide for First-Time Managers (Part 2)

Navigating the Leadership Maze: A Guide for First-Time Managers (Part 2)

by Howard Cleveland | Aug 2, 2023 | Howard

In our previous blog, we discussed three of the common challenges new leaders face: (1) Communicating with your team in a way that boosts engagement and productivity; (2) Delegating effectively; (3) Managing your time. In this blog, we are continuing our conversation....
Navigating the Leadership Maze: Tips for Struggling Middle Managers

Navigating the Leadership Maze: Tips for Struggling Middle Managers

by Howard Cleveland | Jul 24, 2023 | Howard

Over the past two years, I have seen a dramatic rise in the number of middle managers seeking coaching because they are overwhelmed and uncertain of how to effectively manage their teams. They are putting pressure on themselves, but they are also feeling...
Lost in Translation: A Leadership Communication Conundrum

Lost in Translation: A Leadership Communication Conundrum

by Howard Cleveland | Jul 21, 2023 | Howard

We all remember that old game of “Telephone” or “Pass it Down.” You whisper a phrase to the person next to you, they pass it on, and by the time it reaches the end of the line, “Three Blind Mice” has transformed into “Freeze, Pine, Rice.” The...
Why Do So Many Leadership Development Programs Not Get Results?

Why Do So Many Leadership Development Programs Not Get Results?

by Howard Cleveland | Jun 20, 2023 | Howard

Hundreds of millions of dollars and hundreds of thousands of hours are spent worldwide on leadership development. Yet, study after study shows that most leadership programs don’t result in any meaningful improvement long term. Where’s the disconnect? Why do some...
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