Henley Leadership Group Blog

My husband always has a dozen unanswered questions rattling around in his mind that cause him to research, dig deeper and find new ways to solve an old problem. I'm not as naturally curious and open-minded. It’s something I have to consciously work at. If you’re a leader or aspire to be one, it’s important for you to focus on developing these qualities as well, perhaps now more than ever.

Let’s face it, working with people isn’t always easy. People get tangled up and judge each other. Team members gossip with colleagues about people who annoy them at work. As if collaboration weren’t already tough enough, now we may not even be in the same room with one another.

Your brain is wired for survival and reactivity. This shouldn’t be news to you.

As the calendar turns to a new year, leaders often have wonderful intentions. Returning from the holiday break re-energized and ready for a new year, full of new thinking, new ideas, and hope for productive collaboration with their team and colleagues.