“Realize that others don’t love the sound of your voice as much as you.

Hit the highlights. No one cares about the backstory except you. Some detail adds color. Too much is a snoozer.

Judge your message harshly. Do you have anything worth saying?”

—Dan Rockwell.

“It doesn’t matter how many weeds you pull if you haven’t planted seeds.

It’s important to stop negative behaviors, but successful leadership requires positive action.

How are you saying yes?”
—Dan Rockwell.

“I don’t want you on my team unless you’re committed to help others improve.”
—Dan Rockwell.

‘Don’t cast pearls before pigs.

When you realize you’re dealing with a know-it-all say, “Oh, I see you already know what you should do about this. I shouldn’t have offered my suggestions. Please feel free to keep me informed on your progress.”’
—Dan Rockwell.

“People with extraordinary strengths have exceptional weaknesses. Don’t limit your success by eliminating remarkable people.

A detail-person is too literal.
A person who is good with people talks too much.

Don’t let the negative 20% pollute the positive 80%.”

—Dan Rockwell.

“When you hear complaints from team members, determine if they are contributing-complainers or dead weight.

Pay attention to complaints from people with skin in the game.”
—Dan Rockwell.

“You’re on your own when people feel excluded and disrespected.

Invite people to participate early and often.”

—Dan Rockwell.