Lessons in Leadership

Dave Anderson argues that core values should be more than just decor; they must shape behaviors, define workplace culture, and drive success

Why core values matter more than just hitting the numbers

While several organizations proudly display their core values on walls, business cards, or banners— how many actually live by them? Leadership expert and president of LearnToLead, Dave Anderson, argues that core values should be more than just decor; they must shape behaviors, define workplace culture, and drive long-term success. On today’s episode of Lessons in Leadership, Anderson explains why businesses fail to uphold their values, how leaders can integrate them into...

Dave Anderson teaches how staying in the mix and offering timely, specific feedback can drive team accountability and improve performance.

Deliver fast and specific feedback to manage your team’s performance

CBT News Editorial Team - March 19, 2025

Effective feedback is essential for shaping the behavior and performance of your team. The ability to deliver feedback quickly and specifically is crucial for fostering a culture of accountability and...

Dave Anderson breaks down the transformative power of consequences and why they are essential for building a successful team.

Build successful teams through the power of consequences

Jasmine Kiniklis - March 12, 2025

The most skillful and effective leaders don't shy away from holding their teams accountable. One of the most impactful ways to do so is by enforcing consequences when performance, behavior,...

Dave Anderson emphasizes that tone and inflection play a critical role in feedback, especially when holding people accountable.

How leaders can deliver tough feedback effectively

Jaelyn Campbell - March 5, 2025

Delivering feedback effectively isn’t just about what you say—it’s how you say it. Leadership expert Dave Anderson emphasizes that tone and inflection play a critical role in communication, especially when...

Dave Anderson breaks down the three C's of accountability that will help leaders strengthen their leadership skills and effectiveness.

Become a stronger leader by mastering the three C’s of accountability

Jasmine Kiniklis - February 26, 2025

The ability to hold others accountable is one of the cornerstones of effective leadership, and it should be a skill that all leaders strive to master. In today's episode of...

Lessons in Leadership

Why core values matter more than just hitting the numbers

Deliver fast and specific feedback to manage your team’s performance

Build successful teams through the power of consequences

How leaders can deliver tough feedback effectively

Become a stronger leader by mastering the three C’s of accountability

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