What if I were wrong?
  1. Jun 10
  2. By: Dana Byrd
Categories: communication, confidence and courage, conflict management, decision making, difficult conversations, insight, integrity, interpersonal effectiveness
I have a laminated note pinned to my bulletin board that says, “Be humble, you could be wrong.” I struggle … READ MORE

Like riding a bike
  1. May 28
  2. By: Dana Byrd
Categories: confidence and courage, insight, leadership, motivation, trust
Last weekend, I was a leader. This was a refreshing change from my usual roles of benevolent dictator and resented micro-manager. … READ MORE

Who's holding the reins?
  1. May 26
  2. By: Dana Byrd
Categories: business trends, insight, mindfulness, research to practice, self-awareness, stress management
This morning I consciously decided to take a different running route than usual. When I run on the weekends, I … READ MORE

Would you hire a cult leader?
  1. May 15
  2. By: Dana Byrd
Categories: authenticity, confidence and courage, leadership, talent management
We fall for it every time. Charismatic people win us over, even though we know better. Decades of research shows us … READ MORE

Just don't be a jerk
  1. May 06
  2. By: Dana Byrd
Categories: engagement, integrity, leadership, motivation, self-awareness
We have a saying in our house: “Just don’t be a jerk.” This is sort of like an modernized version … READ MORE