Category Archives: leadership

How do you develop as a leader?

Posted on May 2, 2008 by Ron Hurst

Well the question over at Linked In has been up now for 6 days and received 24 answers. This is a healthy response rate, not high but healthy. In my experience most questions that interest me at Linked In get … Continue reading →

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Would you like to join our committee? Well NO Actually!

Posted on April 10, 2008 by Ron Hurst

Committee Is it possible for a nine letter word to mimic a four letter word? When it comes to this word I believe so. The life of a leader is often filled with meetings. This is not a bad thing … Continue reading →

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Phew!!! The Site is back!

Posted on April 7, 2008 by Ron Hurst

Earlier this week I encountered a techno weenie error that took Developing Leaders down. I have to tell you I hate all things computer other than using them when they make a job easier. All the ftp and html and … Continue reading →

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Are the Toronto Jays afraid of the Yankees?

Posted on April 2, 2008 by Ron Hurst

Well There are of course two sides to every coin. After reading the story from the New York Times yesterday I went to the Star, The Toronto Star. I read the article of the opening day Toronto loss from the … Continue reading →

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The End of the Yankees???

Posted on April 1, 2008 by Ron Hurst

I am not much of a baseball fan but today marked an important milestone. The New York Yankees beat the Toronto Blue Jays in their last home opener at Yankee stadium. Here is the link to the New York Times … Continue reading →

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Leadership and Politics: Cognitive Dissonance?

Posted on March 19, 2008 by Ron Hurst

This morning I read a headline of a local newspaper regarding the fifth anniversary of the Iraq war on a news stand. They screamed “How much Longer?!” This is not an article on whether the USA should leave or stay, … Continue reading →

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Acura Bike Tour / LA Marathon: An Opportunity for Leadership?

Posted on March 16, 2008 by Ron Hurst

A couple of weeks back I experienced a first, I rode in the largest bicycle event in the world. Over 15,000 fellow cyclists got up early that Sunday morning for a chance to tour Los Angeles. What is the big … Continue reading →

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Can you “Learn” Integrity Con’t. Mentor anyone?!

Posted on February 21, 2008 by Ron Hurst

If we go with the premise that you can “learn” integrity, (the debate is far from over of course) then the next natural step would be to find someone to teach us. Would we seek a coach or mentor? I … Continue reading →

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What is the largest challenge for todays new leader

Posted on January 7, 2008 by Ron Hurst

What a great question! Stephanie Oden asked this question on Linked In yesterday and I felt compelled to weigh in. What did I say? Check it out. Stephanie What a great question which almost demands an “it depends” answer. A … Continue reading →

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Thanks Leader

Posted on November 22, 2007 by Ron Hurst

Hey everyone Thanks for reading this blog and reflecting on the questions I pose. As we her in the USA celebrate thanksgiving, I want to offer you my best for a wonderful holiday. I believe it is a leaders responsibility … Continue reading →

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