Articles by Tamilyn Banno
Is There Any Satisfaction to be Found at Work?
If the Stones couldn’t find any satisfaction, is there any hope for the rest of us? — “I can’t get no … SATISFACTION!” “I’ve tried, and I’ve tried.” Sound about right? Hold on. If you can bypass the initial sneer and ask yourself, “What makes me feel good and...
How The Most Interesting Man in the World Influenced my Career
How “story” makes you interesting and gives life and meaning to your leadership. — After cooking and cleaning up dinner my daily routine is to head into the next room, plop down into my evening chair, turn on The Big Bang Theory and watch reruns for longer than I...
Balance, Momentum, and Being Centered: Thoughts on Mastering Leadership
Avid skiers dream of powder. The snow is feathery light, and require a different technique than skiing on a packed surface. Powder can get pretty deep, and some of the best runs are made when it’s piled high. Balance is centered, and momentum is forward; otherwise,...
How to Use Your Mission Statement to Accomplish ‘Mission Impossible’
Too many leaders think a mission statement is just words on a page, when really, it could be their ace in the hole. — Raise your hand if you know the purpose of your company. Okay, so that’s about half of you. For those of you who don’t know the purpose or mission...
5 Things I Want in a Leader
Essential attributes you must develop if you expect people to treat you as their leader. — MOXIE Got courage? Showing spirited self-motivation takes effort, but it is contagious! I would love to work for a leader whose spirit is infectious. When a leader is on fire, I...
5 Things You Can Do to Earn Respect as a Boss
Can you manage people without trust and respect? Sure, but you won’t be a true leader or get great results. — The connection between employees and leaders has been separating for over sixty years. Most people in America hate their jobs and blame their leaders for the...
Quick! Are You Working With Me Or Against Me?
Innovation and Marketing are coming around, why is Leadership dragging its feet? — Business as usual is in a revolutionary period. Innovation and marketing are leading the charge for change, isn’t it time for leadership to get in alignment and start working with the...
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