“Throughout his career, Greg has advised CEOs and key executives at some of the world’s most admired companies.„
In this executive leadership blog, I invite you to tap into my years of experience that has been honed as a CEO and through my work today on the front-lines of business. As a sought-after executive coach, keynote speaker, strategic planning advisor and workshop facilitator, my insights and enthusiasm in this executive leadership blog will inspire you to improve your performance and future.
From leadership to accountability to strategic planning, this executive leadership blog is intended to guide and inform your decision-making, whether a current leader or an aspiring one.
Worst of the Worst? Vote Today.
December 9th, 2014 | Published in Accountability
Last week, voting began for the Best and Worst in Accountability in 2014. Vote today for the Best among five candidates and the Worst among five candidates. By voting, you …
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Naughty or Nice?
December 2nd, 2014 | Published in Accountability
High-performing leaders earn our respect because of their potent combination of technical skill, problem-solving acuity and — perhaps most of all — their willingness to hold themselves accountable to make …
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Are You On The List?
November 18th, 2014 | Published in Leadership
What are the best places to work in Dallas? As listings of companies considered the Best Places to Work in Dallas and the nation are published, ask yourself, “Is our …
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How Does Character Drive Accountability?
November 11th, 2014 | Published in Accountability
Last Friday on Jim Blasingame’s “Small Business Advocate” national radio program, we discussed why Character plays such an important role in driving accountability. (Listen here) Character is the first pillar …
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Can You Lead Like Lombardi?
October 28th, 2014 | Published in Leadership
It’s football season. Yes, I know the World Series is happening, but I’m a football guy. It’s the middle of the NFL football schedule and the halfway mark for most …
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Ownership Thinking and Accountability
October 21st, 2014 | Published in Leadership
What is Ownership Thinking? It’s a process designed “to create an organization of employees who think and act like owners toward creating wealth.” It’s also a great organizational model. As you …
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A New Way to Think About Accountability
October 14th, 2014 | Published in Accountability
Practiced effectively, accountability is less about punishment and more about creating a support system for winners. How will shifting your perspective on accountability improve your employee relations and generate positive …
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Scary Times
October 7th, 2014 | Published in Holiday, Strategic Planning
Halloween is approaching and, for some, this observance can be a scary time. The notion of witches, ghosts and goblins haunting the living on Halloween is hundreds of years old. …
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The Leader’s Most Important Job
September 30th, 2014 | Published in Leadership
A good leader has plenty of responsibilities. But one is most important. Read Greg Bustin’s thoughts in CommBiz Pro…
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Your Plans Will Fail If…
September 23rd, 2014 | Published in Conflict Resolution
Your plans will fail if you and your team do not avoid these four fatal flaws, writes Greg Bustin in Forbes magazine. Click here to read the article in Forbes …
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NY World’s Fair 50 Years Later
September 16th, 2014 | Published in Event
What will you do in the coming years to move from success to significance? Check out my complete post here on LinkedIn.
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Perks or Bribes
September 9th, 2014 | Published in Accountability
Perks or bribes? It depends, says Greg Bustin in Fast Company. Check out my complete post here on LinkedIn.
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Managing Director’s Inbox
September 2nd, 2014 | Published in Leadership
What’s your process for identifying your next generation of leaders? More specifically, how do you determine who among your rising stars has what it takes to make the difficult decisions …
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Dallas Cowboys: Branding Champions
August 26th, 2014 | Published in Branding
You have to admire the Dallas Cowboys. Perhaps not as a football team. But as a brand. Read the rest of the story at my post on LinkedIn.
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Where’s Your Chokepoint?
August 12th, 2014 | Published in Strategic Planning
I’ve posted my latest blog on LinkedIn, for a change of pace – go over and check it out at the following link –https://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20140812123634-15819907-where-s-your-chokepoint
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New Sheriff In Town
August 5th, 2014 | Published in Accountability
When Mack Brown departed as the head football coach of the Texas Longhorns, he left as the second-winningest coach behind Darrell Royal and the only Texas football coach to win …
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Bon Voyage
July 29th, 2014 | Published in Strategic Planning
You’re the captain of your ship. What shape is it in? Is everyone in your organization doing what’s expected or do employees blame each other for missed deadlines, broken promises …
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100 Years From Now
July 22nd, 2014 | Published in Holiday, Strategic Planning
Next week is the 100th anniversary of World War I. Rather than focus on the tragedy of war, take a moment to consider the impact of what you’re doing today …
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Half a Time Zone
July 8th, 2014 | Published in Strategic Planning
Our family recently returned from a wonderful trip to Australia and New Zealand. While there, I spoke to several groups of CEOs for TEC Australia. We traveled to Adelaide where …
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Be Careful
July 5th, 2014 | Published in Conflict Resolution, Organization Health
Email vs Face-to-Face Conversation I recently replied to an email when I was frustrated. Bad idea. I read the email from my phone in a meeting. Never mind that I …
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