Great leaders are like artists.
They pay attention to details and aim to move people through inspiration.
While the artist must spend countless hours mastering a craft, you, dear leader, need only practice the Golden Rule.
Let’s talk about context.
I might seem to be making a big deal out of a little thing. But details are the tells of a leader’s true character. If we fail our people here, we are likely failing them—and our businesses—in much more significant ways.
Today, I share a story about getting a boss again (and again) who failed this fundamental lesson of leadership and life. It’s a lesson that could save your career.