Fearlessness

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Written by Jeffrey De Wolf, Managing Principal | 03 June 2010

I recently came upon someone asking the question: "If you were fearless, what would you be doing with your life?" Perhaps a better question might be... "if you had 'courage', what would you be doing with your life?" Courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to do something in spite of fear...

Fearless? Only clueless people are fearless.

Leadership Continuity Is Not an Option

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Written by Mitchell Gold, PhD, WOLF Principal Consultant

Finding the Right "Head Coaches" for Your Organization

So we are almost a month out of pro football, many months out of college football, and MLB spring training is currently underway…But we’ll continue to see moves and shuffles of coaches within and between leagues…It’s fascinating how many player and coaching moves happen in the off-season. Almost as if teams are hoping that if they randomly put different “player pieces” in place, they will find the magical recipe for success.

You're Fired... Please Pass the Salt

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Written by Jeffrey De Wolf, Managing Principal

How to Fire a Friend or Family Member

As a leader, one of the most difficult things to do is to release someone from employment. Whether it’s a for cause action or a no-hard-feelings-reduction-in-force, it can create sleepless nights and significant stress for all involved.

Bringing Home a Puppy

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Written by Jeffrey De Wolf, Managing Principal

Choosing and Training the Right Employee for Your Business

You’ve finally done it. The constant begging, cajoling, and promise-making of your six year old has finally run its course. You’ve agreed to get a dog. While not fully appreciated by the child, you are painfully aware of the long-term commitment you’re about to make. Training, vet bills, frequent walks, lawn maintenance, kenneling costs, dog food, treats, toys, carpet cleaning…

Don’t misunderstand, despite the commitment, owning a canine is rewarding if you choose the right one for your specific home. Ironically, the same can be said of finding and acquiring new employees. The challenge is how to determine the balance between a candidate’s existing skills and his/her fit for your business culture. Which is more important: past experience and training, or the nature, disposition, and potential of a candidate to thrive in your environment?

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Fearlessness

Leadership Continuity Is Not an Option

Finding the Right "Head Coaches" for Your Organization

You're Fired... Please Pass the Salt

How to Fire a Friend or Family Member

Bringing Home a Puppy

Choosing and Training the Right Employee for Your Business

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