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Jon Mertz wrote a new post, Teaching is Leading, on the site Lead Change Group 2 weeks, 2 days ago

In the Lead Change Google+ community, we host a Question of the Week. It is a time for people to stop, think, write, and exchange ideas and insights. It is an amazing community thing! A recent question was:

“In […]

Jon Mertz wrote a new post, In Collaboration We Trust, on the site Lead Change Group 4 weeks, 1 day ago

Collaboration is the new way to work. Walls are being removed and collaboration points are being designed into workplaces. Though collaboration isn’t new, it is being revived.

In a world of extreme […]

Jon Mertz wrote a new post, The reverse commencement speech to leaders, on the site Lead Change Group 1 month ago

We are entering the time of commencement speeches. Some may go viral while others will evaporate as soon as the words are spoken. It is an important time, nonetheless, as a younger generation enters the next phase […]

Jon Mertz wrote a new post, Dallas Lead Change Meetup, on the site Lead Change Group 1 month ago

About a year ago, we started a local lunch group to discuss character-based leadership topics. It takes time to gain momentum and patience helps. As we look to our meeting next week, the group is really starting […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, Brewing A Leadership Cocktail, on the site Lead Change Group 1 month, 1 week ago

Great post, Claudio! I agree with Johann. Exhibiting character traits are essential – trust, integrity, compassion, etc. And, then the flow begins, from within out. When trust is present along with other key […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, The Four Pillars of Encouraging Leadership, on the site Lead Change Group 1 month, 2 weeks ago

A great reminder, Tal. Encouraging is a necessary practice to embrace and it also develops a compassion in others as well. Thanks for your insights and welcome to Lead Change! Jon

Jon Mertz commented on the post, It Takes Leaders to Be a Community, on the site Lead Change Group 2 months, 2 weeks ago

A perfect addition, Lalita. Self-awareness is essential. It keeps us honest, on-track, and centered in what we do. There is also an importance to be community aware, too. Knowing what is going on around us and […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, It Takes Leaders to Be a Community, on the site Lead Change Group 2 months, 2 weeks ago

I agree completely, Amber-Lee! It is what leadership is all about as well as community. They both need to be working together in tandem, always getting better in what we do and how we do it. Thanks for jumping in […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, Maybe We Just Need to Stick to Basics…It Worked for Picasso!, on the site Lead Change Group 3 months ago

Great points, Deborah! Great actions we can – and should – take everyday. It will create a great masterpiece when we do. Thank you! Jon

Jon Mertz commented on the post, It Takes a Community to Be a Leader, on the site Lead Change Group 3 months, 2 weeks ago

That is great, Joseph. I hope you joined our Lead Change Group in Google+, too. Do you have any thoughts or advice on starting a local leadership Meetup? I am interested in your experiences and advice. Thanks! Jon

Jon Mertz commented on the post, It Takes a Community to Be a Leader, on the site Lead Change Group 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Thanks, Mike. That means a lot coming from you! I appreciate the work you are doing to getting groups starting in our local communities, too. We are trying to do one in Dallas. Anyway, thanks for instigating this […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, It Takes a Community to Be a Leader, on the site Lead Change Group 3 months, 2 weeks ago

Thanks, Jen. Grateful for all your work and setting an example in leading through community. Thanks! Jon

Jon Mertz commented on the post, An Argument for Conflict, on the site Lead Change Group 4 months, 2 weeks ago

Like the concept of modeling the conflict you want to see. I think this can be a powerful way to ensure issues and challenges are addressed in a meaningful way while maintaining civility and progress. We cannot […]

Jon Mertz wrote a new post, Is It Better to Have a Life Plan or a Life Philosophy?, on the site Lead Change Group 4 months, 3 weeks ago

Much has been written about the importance of a life plan. Even more has been written and promoted about steps to develop one. All of this is positive, but is it the right approach?

Life plans without a life […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, The Second Half: Transition Time, on the site Lead Change Group 5 months, 1 week ago

Claudio,

Thanks for sharing your story and how you are embracing your current season. It is something important for all of us to do. I also see from this that you have attended Willow Creek’s Leadership Summit. […]

Jon Mertz wrote a new post, Leadership Pride – Where Is It Placed?, on the site Lead Change Group 5 months, 1 week ago

Pride is a funny thing. We want pride to be evident in what we do. We want our pride to show in where we work and gather as a community. We want to be proud of the places we engage and participate in. Pride is a […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, Stop Talking! Four Tips to Build Trust Through Better Listening, on the site Lead Change Group 5 months, 2 weeks ago

Great points, Randy. Knowing each person’s story is an essential one to do, as there is a context in which people are working within. What I mean is life is happening and, at times, they are trying to do their […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, Something To Believe In – Origins of Lead Change Part 2 6 months, 1 week ago

In many ways, it is about making things better where ever you are…. Maybe it is a twist on this: “If you’re going to do something, do it with everything you have.” The twist is: “Since you are here, you might as […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, The Teen Test for Your Leadership Skills 6 months, 1 week ago

A great add, Emma. What this reminds me of is the engaging dinner conversations. It is bringing up different topics and having a thoughtful discussion on them. Doing this sets up an environment for respect, […]

Jon Mertz commented on the post, The Teen Test for Your Leadership Skills 6 months, 2 weeks ago

Thanks, Angela. I agree…. it is very challenging and rewarding. Matching freedom with responsibility is the best formula, too. Really appreciate your insights and comments. Jon