President Biden’s call for civility in the White House…
Recently featured in The San Diego Union Tribune, Gregg Ward offers an opinion on how to ensure President Biden’s call for civility doesn’t backfire. During the first day of his presidency, Joe Biden conducted a virtual swearing in of a group of White House appointees over a videoconference call. He then presented them with a very stern warning: “I’m not joking when I say this,”...
Master Leadership Podcast Interview
Tune into Gregg’s conversation with Lily Sanabria of the Master Leadership Podcast, as he discusses CRL’s mission to help leaders and their organizations develop their skills around respectful leadership, emotional intelligence, and executive presence. Gregg also shares some of the key insights outlined in his bestselling book The Respectful Leader.
Lost Out On A Promotion? Here Are 13 Ways To Move Forward
Being passed over for a promotion stings. Losing out on a chance to advance your career can be demoralizing and make you feel unmotivated to keep working harder. However, it’s important to process these negative feelings, move forward and continue pursuing the next opportunity. Gregg offers advice to help you handle this difficult situation. Read the full article here on Forbes to learn what...
America the Respectful?
Photo by Alex Martinez on Unsplash Although it sounds hyperbolic and simplistic, there is little doubt in most people’s minds that this is the most important election in modern American history. And though I sincerely doubt that what I write here will do much to sway anyone, as the Executive Director of the Center for Respectful Leadership, I see it as my responsibility – my duty –...
Wait…what? We Agree?
Something odd just happened in American politics that deserves attention. Two opposing candidates for Governor of the state of Utah – one a Democrat, the other a Republican – bucked the advice of seasoned political advisors and appeared together in a political ad they both approved. You read that right, they appeared together. Their message: while we represent two opposing parties...
Religious Discrimination, in the Grocery Store?!
Photo by Natalia Rosa on Unsplash During this week’s Supreme Court confirmation hearings for judge Amy Coney Barrett, who is also a member of the conservative Christian community People of Praise, concerns are being expressed about how the nominee might rule on questions involving religion and the workplace. Given this, at least one recent case, which centers on the government suing the...
Being “Neutral” and how it backfires- a breakdown of Marie Forleo’s Apology and how she got it right.
2020 has been an interesting year, to say the least. If you or your organization have had the luxury of staying neutral on matters of social justice in the past that is certainly no longer the case. When it comes to matters of humanity, society wants to know: Where do you stand? And who do you stand with and for? Many organizations and high profile individuals are grappling with how to express...
I Agree with People Who Don’t Want to Wear a Mask
Photo by C Drying at Unsplash I’ve been doing a lot of thinking about the folks who don’t want to wear a mask, and I want to say to them, “I hear you.” First of all, there’s no question in my mind, masks are really annoying. I wear glasses and they’re always fogging up when I wear my mask. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve gotten into my car only to realize,...
How to lead with respect and avoid mediocrity with Gregg Ward
Everyone wants respect. From your assistant to the youngest member of your team, to the janitor of the company building, everyone yearns to be treated fairly and politely. But sadly, in reality, not many are willing to give others back the respect they want to be given. Just as the platinum rule suggests, to be respected, you must first give respect. Join me in this episode as we learn what...