Introduction – Seeking Wisdom Most books try to give you answers. This one forces you to think better. Peter Bevelin’s Seeking Wisdom:…
Critical thinking doesn’t mean biased thinking. You don’t change the facts to suit your opinion. It should work the other way around.…
Some esteemed organizations and institutions have spent considerable time and money exploring their knowledge missions and identifying who disseminates useful information. Let’s…
Leaders aren't supposed to know it all, but they should be exceptional learners. There are many opportunities to learn and develop every…
Leaders should be in a constant learning mode. Once you think you know it all, give up the reins of power because you will become…
Most of us prefer to occupy the realm of opinions rather than facts - whether we'd like to believe it or not.…
Leadership requires diligent work and study. Very few people can just show up and make it happen. You might be able to…
I frequently observe individuals getting into trouble because they refuse to acknowledge their lack of knowledge on specific topics. At a minimum,…
Knowledge doesn't just mean being book smart, although this is often an important variable and shouldn't be downplayed. It becomes wisdom when…
Regardless of your role in the organization, I encourage you to make a concerted effort to ask more effective questions. Don't take intellectual shortcuts…
The next time you engage in a training opportunity, I encourage you to walk away with 2-3 tangible action items that make…
It is much better to do your own research and think critically. True learning always occurs when you are compelled to confront…
You shouldn't view reading as work. If it doesn't come naturally, start small and avoid pushing yourself too hard too soon. The…
As we age, we must be careful of becoming too narrow-minded and unwilling to challenge ourselves and our thinking. Instead of relying solely…
History books and business journals are full of examples of leaders who ignored reality at enormous peril and plowed forward with narrow-minded…
If you condition yourself to be in a constant earning mode it will happen. Your brain can't help but listen to what…
Learn something new every day; your brain will atrophy like a muscle if it isn't used on a daily basis.
Ed’s frameworks, the occasional hard-won lesson, and what he’s reading. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.
