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Dealing with Friendly Fire in the War for Talent

July 16, 2021 13:52 - 6 minutes - 7.71 MB

These days, the War for Talent is real and it is as intense as it’s ever been. If you aren’t familiar with the term, a simple google search will render over 300 million results. In short, leaders are nothing without their teams. The effort that leaders put toward recruiting, hiring, retaining, and developing talented team members is on a war-like scale. I’m not going to write an article about how to win the War for Talent. Many others already have.... Read More Read More The post Dealing...

Sorry, Not Sorry: Take the PTO, Leave the Guilt Trip

July 09, 2021 13:47 - 4 minutes - 5.09 MB

For many years on this blog, I’ve advocated for people taking time off from work. It’s critical to maintain a healthy life and optimal creativity and innovation. You can’t do your best work when you are worn out. If you aren’t familiar with my previous writings on this topic, you should check them out here, here, and here. Even though I do my best to teach on this subject and lead by example, I’ve recently discovered that my efforts are... Read More Read More The post Sorry, Not Sorry: T...

It’s Time to Come out of Stealth Mode

June 04, 2021 13:51 - 4 minutes - 5.54 MB

I was working with one of my teams recently on an exciting and important strategic initiative. Everything was coming together nicely. They had a solid approach, good stakeholder engagement, and a reasonable plan. There was just one thing missing. Apart from the direct team and the direct stakeholder group, almost no one knew anything about it. That’s when I said, “It’s time to come out of stealth mode!” What is stealth mode? This is a legitimate business tactic employed by... Read More Re...

Five Years of Zach on Leadership: The Moments that Mattered

May 28, 2021 12:51 - 7 minutes - 9.36 MB

Today is the fifth anniversary of the launch of Zach on Leadership. Why launch a new blog on the Friday before Memorial Day? Is anyone even paying attention then? There was a reason for this decision. In my leadership journey, this is an important date. 19 years ago, something happened to me that shaped my view of leadership forever. I made the biggest operational mistake of my career. I singled-handedly blew up my company’s data center. How I was treated... Read More Read More The post ...

Alignment Is More Important than Accuracy

May 21, 2021 13:29 - 4 minutes - 5.26 MB

Over the past few weeks, I’ve been working with one of my teams and an outside party to bring forward a proposal for approval. At one point in the process, there was some difference of opinion between the internal team and the external group. In that moment, I heard these words come out of my mouth: “alignment is more important than accuracy.” I was simply trying to be helpful, not profound, but after reflecting on the statement, I think there... Read More Read More The post Alignment Is...

25-Minute Meetings: It’s Time to Add Transitions into Our Workday

May 14, 2021 11:34 - 6 minutes - 7.71 MB

Back in high school, my days were broken up into several class periods. At the end of a period, the bell rang, signaling the time to transition to the next class. If I remember correctly, I had about 7 or 8 minutes to travel to my next class, use the restroom, swap books at my locker, and say “hi” to my band-geek friends. When the bell rang a second time, I was expected to be sitting at my desk at... Read More Read More The post 25-Minute Meetings: It’s Time to Add Transitions into Our W...

New Leadership Roles Feel Overwhelming, but You Can Overcome

May 07, 2021 13:32 - 5 minutes - 6.64 MB

I often talk with leaders that are new in their roles. They aren’t new leaders, but for some reason or another, they are in a new role, due to a reorganization, promotion, or job change. When I ask how it’s going, I usually hear answers like “busy” or “good.” Occasionally, I get a very brave answer: “I’m overwhelmed.” I appreciate this answer because it’s completely normal to feel this way in a new leadership role, yet few are vulnerable enough... Read More Read More The post New Leaders...

Leaders Must Answer These Two Questions Every Day

April 30, 2021 13:35 - 6 minutes - 7.45 MB

There are two questions that every leader must continually answer: Where are we going and what’s next? Answering these two questions every day is one of the most important things I can do. While the questions are simple, the answers are never easy. Additionally, the work is never done. These questions need to be re-asked and re-answered regularly. Not because our direction is erratic, but because our world changes constantly, and so does our context. In this article, I’ll break... Read Mor...

Leadership Means Consistency

April 23, 2021 13:40 - 4 minutes - 5.37 MB

Recently, one of my LinkedIn followers, Jen Musbach, told me that one of the most significant things she appreciates about the Zach on Leadership blog is my consistency. Every Friday, my readers can count on a new blog article and podcast episode. While I am indeed intentional about consistency, I hadn’t thoroughly considered how rare and how important this is. Furthermore, for those of us who call ourselves leaders, there is an inherent lesson here for all of us, whether... Read More Rea...

How Do You Lead a Divided Team Toward Unity?

April 16, 2021 13:55 - 7 minutes - 8.65 MB

Once upon a time, Minnesota was known for bad weather and more than our fair share of lakes. For the past 11 months, we’ve become world-renown as one of the most divisive places on the planet. 11 months ago, following the tragic death of George Floyd, I wrote a series of articles about my observations and how these events influenced my leadership philosophy. You can read them here, here, and here. Now, this week, a new tragedy occurred. This one,... Read More Read More The post How Do Yo...

How Should a Servant Leader Use Their Job Title?

April 09, 2021 13:32 - 5 minutes - 6.49 MB

Many leaders have an awkward relationship with their job titles. Titles drive us to achieve. I distinctly remember the moments I was given the title of senior engineer, then manager, then director, then vice president. Those were big moments that simultaneously made me proud and humble. I also lead outside of my corporation. At my church, I was elected to an elder position, and then subsequently, board chair. When people address me by my formal title, I often do a... Read More Read More ...

What Does Your Out of Office Message Say about Your Leadership Style?

April 02, 2021 13:13 - 6 minutes - 8.55 MB

It is a standard business practice to set an Out of Office auto-response on your email when you will be unreachable. That way, when people reach out, you can set their expectations and redirect them, so they won’t think you are just ignoring their message. This is a good courtesy and almost everyone does it. If you’ve forgotten what that feature even is, then it’s probably been too long since you’ve had a break. Read my article on the importance... Read More Read More The post What Does ...

I Love Your Blog. Why Won’t You Respond to My Sales Call?

March 26, 2021 13:17 - 5 minutes - 6.7 MB

I very well may be one of the most prospected people on the planet. I don’t have any data to back that up, so I’ll just call it a hunch. I’m a senior technology leader at a large corporation. I have a very active LinkedIn presence. Those two facts must automatically stuff me into every technology salesperson’s leads database. I don’t regret my role or my social media engagement, so I accept that this simply comes with the territory. The... Read More Read More The post I Love Your Blog. W...

All Leaders Need Encouragement: Even the Driven Ones

March 19, 2021 13:12 - 4 minutes - 5.23 MB

I’ve made an observation this week that I’d like to share. I’ve observed this in myself and I’ve observed it in others. I have a theory that I’d like to propose. I’m interested to know if you think it’s true. Motivation I’ve studied the science of motivation. I’ve written about it before on this blog several times. I fundamentally believe that people are motivated intrinsically more than extrinsically. Rewards and punishment (often called carrots and sticks) don’t do much in... Read More ...

How to Be Yourself in a Large Corporation

March 12, 2021 11:32 - 6 minutes - 8.11 MB

“Be yourself. Everyone else is already taken.” I’m sure you’ve heard that cliché before. There is simplicity in its truth. Yet somehow, many of us find implementing it elusive. It turns out, being yourself isn’t as easy as it sounds. In this article we will figure out why this is and what we can do about it. Discontentment I’d like to start out with a story. About six years ago, I was working for a different company. I was getting... Read More Read More The post How to Be Yourself in a L...

Managing Fatigue: It’s Okay to Turn off the Camera

March 05, 2021 14:22 - 6 minutes - 8.05 MB

Many of us have been working remotely for nearly a year. I’ve written often over the past year on various stages of adaptation and adjustment. Once upon a time, we all thought this situation would be temporary. Now, a year hence, some real fatigue has set in. In this article, I’ll offer my personal reflection on video conference fatigue and what to do about it. Exhaustion Allow me to state the obvious: hours upon hours of video conferencing is exhausting.... Read More Read More The post ...

People Aren’t Well-Rounded, but Teams Can Be

February 26, 2021 14:44 - 5 minutes - 6.77 MB

As an organizational leader, I spend most of my time thinking about developing people and teams. It’s what I do. In this article, I’d like to tackle a myth that shapes how a lot of leaders think and behave. True or False: People should be well-rounded. Answer: False What answer did you get? Many think well-roundedness is both attainable and ideal. It is neither. Why do we think this way? For me, it’s my general educational upbringing. Just like many... Read More Read More The post People...

The Critical Skill of Taking Correction

February 19, 2021 14:04 - 7 minutes - 9.23 MB

As leaders, we have a lot of expectations on us. We need to be clear communicators, skilled team builders, good at finances, and inspiring speakers. That’s a lot of expectations. For those that are new at leadership, it’s impossible to become excellent in all of these areas overnight. Developing leadership skills isn’t just about learning and practice. I’ve come to believe that there is a fundamental skill that precedes all of the higher-level skills. If you have this one skill,... Read Mo...

I ❤ My Team

February 12, 2021 14:43 - 2 minutes - 3.35 MB

With Valentine’s Day coming up, many of us focus on celebrating the significant relationships in our lives. While a bit of stretch, I’m going to use this article to focus on the aspect of my job that I love the most: leading my team. That may seem incredibly obvious, since I’m in a leadership position, but I’ve come to believe that this passion isn’t as ubiquitous as you might think. “I wish you many employees” I don’t know the origin... Read More Read More The post I ❤ My Team appeared ...

The Short Shelf-Life of an Organizational Design

February 05, 2021 12:13 - 6 minutes - 7.53 MB

What is the shelf-life of an organizational design? In my experience, about two years or so. Wait longer than that, and just like a loaf of bread, your organizational design will get stiff and moldy. To some, that may seem aggressive. After all, reorganizations are very disruptive, and the benefits must outweigh the costs. I’ll defend my answer, but let’s first look at the big picture. What is the purpose of an organization? Organizations exist because we believe that together,... Read Mor...

Presentation Tips: Never Miss an Opportunity to Make an Impact

January 29, 2021 15:16 - 6 minutes - 8.18 MB

In the marketplace of ideas, it’s not the best ideas that win, but the best communicated ideas that win. Looking back at my career, the big moments were often defined by big presentations. Presentations are powerful opportunities, yet few put in the work to make truly great presentations. We’re all busy, so it’s tempting to throw something together quickly or just wing it. That’s fine if isn’t particularly important, but when it counts, don’t squander the chance to make a... Read More Rea...

Leadership Takes a Piece

January 22, 2021 14:03 - 4 minutes - 5.08 MB

I’ve seen the picture above or a variation of it used to make many points. Some use it as a warning that if you give too much of yourself you won’t survive the loss. I’ve also seen it used to describe a mentor that has many shortcomings but gives you the piece that you are missing. Finally, I’ve seen it used to describe a father’s sacrificial love for his son. Art has a way of communicating different things to different... Read More Read More The post Leadership Takes a Piece appeared fi...

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: My Journey Towards a Growth Mindset

January 15, 2021 14:02 - 4 minutes - 5.34 MB

“Get out of your comfort zone.” How many times have you been given that advice? Probably a lot. I know I have. It’s good advice and I heed it often. In my personal and professional journey, I’ve learned that it’s not only good advice, but it’s a bit more dynamic than you might think. I’m going to use this article to develop the concept a bit. If we need to get out of our comfort zone, we need to define... Read More Read More The post Comfortable Being Uncomfortable: My Journey Towards a ...

Working from Florida: A Reprieve from Winter and a Respite Amidst Chaos

January 08, 2021 14:12 - 3 minutes - 4.56 MB

2020 is behind us. The world, of course, is still full of difficulty and challenge. This week has delivered a new round of terrible chaos. Yet, I choose to focus on the positive. While much has been taken, we’ve also been given much. One of those gifts many have been given is flexible remote work. It started off as work from home. Many of us left the office in a hurry, with the thought that we might soon return. Well,... Read More Read More The post Working from Florida: A Reprieve from ...

A Time for Optimism: Lead without Cynicism in 2021

December 31, 2020 14:30 - 4 minutes - 5.22 MB

We live in a cynical world. A cynical world. And we work in a business of tough competitors. – Jerry Maguire The world of the corporate enterprise can be a cynical place. Week after week, I preach leadership. I do it for all of you, but I also do it for myself. By writing, I remind myself of the truth. Why do you and I need these constant reminders? Our world is cynical, and frankly, sometimes so are we. Cynicism is... Read More Read More The post A Time for Optimism: Lead without Cynici...

Work is Temporary: Always Work Yourself out of a Job

December 11, 2020 13:56 - 5 minutes - 7.1 MB

This week, I’m reflecting on my career progression. I’ve been working in Information Technology for 22 years. I started off as a desktop support technician and now lead a large team as a technology executive. I’ve pondered the journey and the path I’ve taken. In those 22 years, I’ve held 13 distinct roles at 4 different companies. I’ve chronicled part of that journey in a previous blog series. In that same series, I identified 20 distinct “Rules for Advancement” that... Read More Read Mor...

Do You Feel Like You Are Failing?

December 04, 2020 14:03 - 5 minutes - 6.99 MB

Congratulations. You clicked on the link. I asked the question, “do you feel like you are failing?” For a split second, you asked yourself that question. If you made it this far, you probably answered that question with “yes,” “maybe,” or “sometimes.” Being honest with yourself is an important first step. Leadership and failure Leaders like to succeed. We like to achieve. We like to win. That gives us energy. That gets us out of bed in the morning. Failure... Read More Read More The post...

Leadership Requires Gratitude Through All Circumstances

November 20, 2020 13:46 - 4 minutes - 4.95 MB

It’s Thanksgiving, a time to count our many blessings. Undoubtedly, we all have a lot to be thankful for. However, many of us struggle to muster that attitude in 2020 as we have faced a global pandemic, racial injustice, and a polarizing political season. In times like this, I often reflect upon this pertinent scripture: “Give thanks in all circumstances” – 1 Thessalonians 5:18 That’s easy to say but hard to do. My company, CHS, just announced an annual earnings... Read More Read More Th...

A Message for the Zach on Leadership Tribe

November 13, 2020 14:02 - 6 minutes - 6.85 MB

Every time I write a new Zach on Leadership article, I think about making my content approachable for new readers, in anticipation that they will enjoy the content and become faithful community members. This article is going to be a little different. This is for the insiders. This is for the tribe. Whether you’ve been faithfully reading for years, or only a few weeks, this message is for you. I’m going to ask for your help, but before that, I’ll... Read More Read More The post A Message ...

What Is a Digital Customer Platform and Why Am I Excited to Lead It?

November 06, 2020 14:46 - 4 minutes - 4.62 MB

I started a new segment of my career this week. In addition to leading Development & Operations, I now have responsibility for leading our Digital Customer Platform. I am very excited about this opportunity for several reasons. Before I get into that, I’d like to explain at a high level the major items in this portfolio. Digital Customer Platform includes our customer-facing technologies such as our websites, web applications, and eCommerce capabilities. CHS isn’t solely online. We also have...

Are You the Type of Leader That Top Talent Wants to Follow?

October 30, 2020 13:32 - 6 minutes - 6.84 MB

It’s often said that great leaders credit their teams for success while taking personal responsibility for failure. This is good advice, and fortunately, I see this demonstrated more and more. Most would assume that the first part of that formula is the result of humility which could be either authentic or feigned. Sometimes leaders can appear like an actor giving an Oscar acceptance speech. There are lights, cameras, and celebrities giving you their undivided attention and admiration. Then ...

I’m Not a Control Freak, but I Am an Alignment Freak

October 23, 2020 14:07 - 5 minutes - 5.6 MB

As a technology leader, I often get asked, “Zach, what keeps you up at night?” People ask me this to derive my priorities, but it’s an odd way to do that. It’s an extreme question if taken literally. As an executive, should I lie awake at night, staring at the ceiling, riddled with anxiety and inner conflict? I hope not. Also, the question is somewhat rhetorical. I think people expect me to answer with a major high-stress project, digital disruption,... Read More Read More The post I’m N...

So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance, Part 2: Selling Technology in the New IT Hierarchy

October 16, 2020 13:26 - 5 minutes - 5.63 MB

Four years ago, I published one of the most popular articles I’ve ever written: So You’re Telling Me There’s a Chance: The Joy of Buying Technology. I repost it from time to time and continue to draw reactions. Since four years have passed, I thought I might be due for a follow-up article on the subject of the buy-sell dynamic in enterprise technology. In this article, I’m not going to discuss annoying sales tactics and gimmicks. I’ve covered that before.... Read More Read More The post ...

Hey Tech Leaders! Looking for Financial Efficiencies? Look Here.

October 09, 2020 13:42 - 8 minutes - 8.8 MB

Last week, I wrote about the importance of financial competency for every leader. I covered the subject broadly and taught several principles that are applicable to everyone. If you missed that article, go back and read it, then continue on. Today’s article is about financial efficiency. I like being efficient in everything I do. I work very hard to be efficient with my time. I’ve learned how to systematically create process efficiency through Lean. Finally, I naturally enjoy being efficient...

Leaders Must Have Command of Their Finances

October 02, 2020 13:29 - 4 minutes - 5.32 MB

Usually on this blog, I write about the human side of leadership. I write about the importance of caring for people on your team, serving them, casting a vision, and leading boldly into the future. That is the sort of thing that gets me up in the morning. I’ve never written about the “joy” of spending countless hours pouring over hundreds of lines in spreadsheets and financial management systems. I haven’t expressed to my readers the importance of understanding depreciation,... Read More ...

The Load Balancer with the Candlestick in the Server Room

September 25, 2020 14:53 - 7 minutes - 7.65 MB

I used to directly hire a lot of technical talent. Now, that’s mostly done by my management team. When I did that, I asked a behavioral interview question that went something like this: “Tell me about a time when you were called upon to solve a high-pressure and complex technical issue where the solution was not immediately obvious.” The answers I got were usually pretty telling. Typically, this question elicits a bit of a pained smile, as if I just... Read More Read More The post The Lo...

Everything Will Make Sense When I Am Older: The Wisdom of Deferring Decisions

September 18, 2020 13:04 - 6 minutes - 6.93 MB

I am the proud father of four children ranging in ages from 6 to 14. I’ve seen more than my fair share of animated movies and the soundtracks that accompany them. My youngest child, Elizabeth, is a big fan of the Frozen movies. There is a silly song in Frozen 2 that makes me think. Olaf is one of the most beloved characters in the Frozen series. He is a snowman that is alive thanks to Elsa’s magical powers. He... Read More Read More The post Everything Will Make Sense When I Am Older: Th...

Bringing Donuts into the Office on September 11, 2001

September 11, 2020 11:26 - 5 minutes - 6.4 MB

I brought donuts into the office on September 11, 2001. I brought them in, but no one ate them. I eventually tossed them in the garbage. There are many stories from that fateful day. My story isn’t particularly unusual, but it’s mine, and I remember it well. 19 year ago Back then, I was a young professional, less than three years into my career. I got married the year before and we had just purchased our first house a few... Read More Read More The post Bringing Donuts into the Office on...

Tech Leaders: Do You Live in the Smart Home of the Future or Little House on the Prairie?

September 04, 2020 13:38 - 4 minutes - 4.7 MB

At work, I’m known for my love of advanced technology. I enjoy being on the cutting edge. I’m an early adopter of everything new. I volunteer to be among the first to try out the new tech, even when the bugs need to be worked out. I like to play with smart boards, mixed reality, tablet computers, mobile apps, and collaboration tech. I also push hard on our pursuit of cloud technology. Because of this reputation, people often make the... Read More Read More The post Tech Leaders: Do You L...

Elevate Your Thinking: Tips to Gain a Higher Perspective

August 28, 2020 11:24 - 6 minutes - 6.77 MB

Have you ever been told that you need to “elevate your thinking?” What does this mean? Why is my current thinking not elevated? How does elevated thinking differ from what I’m currently doing? Is this just management-speak, or does it really matter? In this article, I will answer these questions from my perspective. When I write my articles, I picture my readers as somewhere in the middle of a complex hierarchical organization. You have people that report to you. You... Read More Read Mor...

Analytics Systems Have Been Democratized. We Still Need Curious Business Minds to Drive Forward.

August 21, 2020 16:15 - 4 minutes - 4.78 MB

I haven’t always been a technology leader. I used to be a systems engineer and I spent way more time in a data center than in a conference room. Approximately 15 years ago, I worked on a team that engineered and supported our enterprise application platforms. The job required some depth of knowledge, so we all specialize in different areas. One my specialties was the analytics systems. Analytics systems: back then Analytics systems back then are nothing like what they... Read More Read Mo...

Hold on to Your Butts: Leadership Lessons from Jurassic Park

August 14, 2020 11:07 - 6 minutes - 7.44 MB

The original Jurassic Park film was the summer blockbuster of 1993. I was 14 years old which put me at the top-end of age range to be captivated by this masterpiece. As an adult, I went many years without watching it, but since my third son, Josiah, first saw it (and other movies in the franchise), we’ve enjoyed the opportunity to watch it regularly, as it is one of his favorites. He fully plans to drive around in a Jurassic... Read More Read More The post Hold on to Your Butts: Leadersh...

Choose Your Own Adventure: Leaders Volunteer to Serve Beyond Their Day Jobs

August 07, 2020 12:50 - 5 minutes - 5.69 MB

Most of us focus all our time and attention doing our day job. What is your “day job?” It is on your job description. It is probably what you went to school for. It is on your goal sheet, and you talk about during your performance review. This is critically important, and it should take up most of your time, but not all of it. Other duties as assigned There is another category of work, which is the work your... Read More Read More The post Choose Your Own Adventure: Leaders Volunteer to ...

Leadership Lessons from Driving a Manual Transmission

July 31, 2020 14:03 - 5 minutes - 6.58 MB

I drive manual transmission cars. I always have. Everyone one of us inherits certain traits and ideas from our family of origin. We all learned about politics and faith from our parents. I also learned that drivers in the Hughes family prefer manual to automatic transmissions. My first car was manual. It made learning to drive harder, but I accepted the challenge. Nearly everyone else I knew started with an automatic. It didn’t matter that it only had a mere... Read More Read More The po...

If I Can Work from the Boundary Waters, You Can Work from Anywhere

June 26, 2020 13:22 - 4 minutes - 5.47 MB

Many of us have been working remotely for over three months now. Most of us have implemented several adaptations and new routines for self-care to maintain our mental and physical health during these times. About a month ago, I chronicled my adaptation story which ended with me working from my backyard treehouse. If you missed that article, please go back and read it here, then continue on. Working from home to working from anywhere I enjoyed the journey of adding... Read More Read More ...

Not Back to Normal: Understanding My White Male Geek Privilege in Information Technology

June 19, 2020 12:37 - 6 minutes - 7.48 MB

George Floyd was killed nearly four weeks ago. The riots are over. The National Guard presence has drawn down. Social media is no longer dominated by a singular subject. Are we all just moving along? Dare I say, “back to normal?” Normal isn’t acceptable. I have not moved on. I’m not “over” George Floyd’s death. I’ve spent a great deal of time thinking about what all of this means to me. I think about what I can do about it.... Read More Read More The post Not Back to Normal: Understandin...

A Train Ride with Pablo Picasso: Learning the Art of Leadership

June 12, 2020 13:21 - 6 minutes - 6.73 MB

Pablo Picasso Whether you are an art fan or not, I trust that you are familiar with the works and style of one of the most famous 20th century artists, Pablo Picasso. You likely associate him with his distinctive abstract style. If you need a quick reminder for your mind’s eye, take a look at the famous Guernica from 1937. There is a fascinating story about Picasso that I found in the introductory pages of one of my all-time favorite... Read More Read More The post A Train Ride with Pabl...

Now More than Ever, Leaders Must Listen

June 05, 2020 13:04 - 5 minutes - 6.72 MB

A week ago, I wrote my leadership reflections on George Floyd and the Minneapolis riots. This was a very rare case for me where I felt the intense need to share my real-time observations on what was going on in the world around me. I wrote it and published it on the same day. As time elapsed this past week, I’ve had more time to ponder and reflect. I’d like to more fully explore an important lesson that I touched... Read More Read More The post Now More than Ever, Leaders Must Listen app...

Leadership Reflections on George Floyd and the Minneapolis Riots

May 29, 2020 20:12 - 5 minutes - 6.05 MB

I had a different article queued up to publish today. It’s a good piece and I’ll publish it soon, but not today. Our community is inflamed and our city is burning. I find it hard to think about anything else right now. I’d rather not write about George Floyd and the Minneapolis riots, but I am compelled to. Like many of my readers, I am deeply disturbed by what is unfolding. As usual, I look at everything around me through... Read More Read More The post Leadership Reflections on George ...

Searching for Leadership Answers: Zach on Leadership According to Google

May 15, 2020 13:39 - 6 minutes - 7.26 MB

For the past eight weeks, I’ve been writing about how COVID-19 has impacted my work and my leadership approach. This week, I’m going to take a break from that theme and explore a completely unrelated curiosity of mine. Each week, I write my leadership musings for a committed cohort of friends, colleagues, acquaintances, and avid fan followers. Some have been with me since the beginning, but most have joined along the way. I’ve been writing this blog for just about... Read More Read More ...