I arrived in Washington, D.C. a day early for a client visit tomorrow, and instead of staying cooped up in the hotel, I decided to stretch my legs and explore the city on foot. Best decision I could’ve made. Before heading into D.C., I spent a little time in Alexandria, Virginia, where I’m staying. RightContinue reading “Walking Through Washington, D.C.”
Author Archives: Kenrick Vaz
Authentic Leadership
Your leadership style affects people more than you think. The harsh truth… Your style can make someone quit a dream job. Or help them discover their true potential. Only 1 in 5 leaders consistently shows authenticity. Most leaders focus on what they do. Few pay attention to how they show up. Real leadership isn’t about:Continue reading “Authentic Leadership”
15 Things A True Leader Won’t Micromanage
I really don’t want to hear THIS from my employees. [and no, it’s not because I don’t care] Here are 15 things a true leader won’t control or monitor: 1/ How many hours you worked. 2/ Whether you arrived late to work. 3/ If you take a day off during the week. 4/ If youContinue reading “15 Things A True Leader Won’t Micromanage”
Enough, Just As You Are
We live in a world that constantly whispers—and sometimes shouts—that we should be “more.” More productive. More ambitious. More successful. More fit. More entertaining. More everything. It’s as if our worth has become a checklist, and we’re forever racing to tick the next box before we fall behind. But here’s the truth we so oftenContinue reading “Enough, Just As You Are”
12 Ways Great Managers Defend Their Teams
1) They take the blame ↳Take the hits in public – never let them take the fall alone ↳Ex: Say “That was my call” on a missed target in a leadership meeting 2) They protect time off ↳Protect their vacations – no guilt trips, no interruptions ↳Ex: Say “I’ll handle anything urgent” and mean itContinue reading “12 Ways Great Managers Defend Their Teams”
Assumptions
Assumptions seem small— But they cause big problems: Most damage doesn’t come from lies. It comes from things we never checked. You can’t fix what you never saw. Assumptions hide what matters most. Assumptions can cause: ❌ Lost trust fast❌ Missed insight❌ The wrong hire❌ Wasted meetings❌ Delayed progress❌ Unclear next steps❌ Bad product choices❌Continue reading “Assumptions”
The Hidden Superpower of Great Leaders
We often grow up believing that leadership is about standing in the spotlight, showcasing extraordinary skills, and proving that we are the strongest or the smartest in the room. But the truth is, real leadership isn’t about dazzling people with your own brilliance. As Justin Wright puts it beautifully: “You don’t earn your team’s respectContinue reading “The Hidden Superpower of Great Leaders”
7 Core Elements of Negotiation
1️⃣ Interests – See past positions – Find needs behind demands – “Need discount” → “Need to stay in budget” 2️⃣ Options – Look beyond obvious offers – Create multiple solutions – Help both sides gain 3️⃣ Alternatives (BATNA) – BATNA = Best Alternative to a Negotiated Agreement – Have a Plan B to negotiateContinue reading “7 Core Elements of Negotiation”
Accountability
If no one owns it— It doesn’t get done: When accountability is missing,teams don’t just stall. They start to break. You begin to see: ❌ Low motivation❌ Frustrated teams❌ Confused priorities❌ Poor communication❌ Missed deadlines❌ Wasted potential❌ Shifting blame It doesn’t just hurt performance— It also breaks trust. The answer isn’t more pressure. It’s clearContinue reading “Accountability”
Leadership: 8 Soft Skills
No one is born an exceptional leader. But you can become one by developing these 8 skills: Many leaders tend to focus on strategy. Exceptional leaders focus on people as well. Because people don’t follow titles, they follow leaders who understand them. Want to grow in your leadership? Start with these 8 soft skills: 1.Continue reading “Leadership: 8 Soft Skills”
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