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What does leadership development actually look like in your organization?

August 13th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

What does leadership development actually look like in your organization? For some, it’s formal training programs. For others, it’s workshops, mentorships, or team-building retreats. These are all important, but part of a larger the picture. Leadership development isn’t a one-time event or a department’s responsibility. It’s a continuous process embedded in how your organization communicates, […]

I guarantee that if you are a leader, you can name someone who could benefit from executive coaching. You’ve tried, shared feedback, offered support, even had the dreaded direct conversation. It feels as if this person isn’t going to change whatever their problem behavior is.

August 7th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

I guarantee that if you are a leader, you can name someone who could benefit from executive coaching. You’ve tried, shared feedback, offered support, even had the dreaded direct conversation. It feels as if this person isn’t going to change whatever their problem behavior is. Maybe it’s defensiveness. Maybe they avoid conflict. Maybe they bulldoze […]

Leadership shouldn’t feel hard, but if these questions sound like your world, it’s a sign. #LeadershipTeam #Business Growth #LiddellLeads

July 28th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

Leadership shouldn’t feel hard, but if these questions sound like your world, it’s a sign. 🔹 “Why isn’t my team stepping up the way I need them to?” 🔹 “We spend too much time in meetings, but decisions still don’t get made—why?” 🔹 “I’ve got smart people around the table, so why aren’t we aligned?” […]

Not all leaders are ready—or willing—to hear what they could be doing better. That’s not a flaw. It’s human. #SelfAwareLeadership #OrganizationalExcellence #LiddellLeads #LeadershipMatters #AECLeadership

July 23rd, 2025 | Liddell Leads

Not all leaders are ready—or willing—to hear what they could be doing better. That’s not a flaw. It’s human. But the leaders who seek honest feedback, who are curious about what’s really going on, and who ask, “What am I missing?” Those are the ones who consistently improve outcomes for their teams and their organizations. […]

Simplicity Driven Leadership is now available on Amazon in digital, paperback, and hardback formats. Everyone on our newsletter distribution list was first to hear that David’s book has been published! #LiddellLeads #SimplicityDrivenLeadership #LeadershipTips

July 17th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

The book draws on decades of experience helping leaders cut through complexity and lead with clarity. If you’re navigating competing priorities, growing a team, or simply want to lead more effectively—this book offers practical tools you can apply right away. Want more early access to resources like this? Behind-the-scenes insights, new articles, and subscriber-only content […]

Will what got you here get you to where you want to go? Many CEOs and business owners know they need to evolve, but don’t know what that looks like in practice.

July 9th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

Will what got you here get you to where you want to go? Many CEOs and business owners know they need to evolve, but don’t know what that looks like in practice. If you’re sensing that your current way of operating isn’t sustainable for your next stage, you’re not alone. The challenge isn’t just strategy—it’s […]

Simplicity Driven Leadership by David Liddell

July 2nd, 2025 | Liddell Leads
Simplicity Driven Leadership from A to B

What’s the purpose of using a leadership development expert? In technical and project-driven industries, it’s common for high-performing professionals to be promoted into leadership roles with little preparation. The result? Friction, frustration, and stalled progress. #EngineeringLeader #LeadershipDevelopment #LiddellLeads

June 24th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

What’s the purpose of using a leadership development expert? In technical and project-driven industries, it’s common for high-performing professionals to be promoted into leadership roles with little preparation. The result? Friction, frustration, and stalled progress. Leadership development expertise helps you to: 🔧 Solve people and process issues that slow things down 🧭 Align your leadership […]

Will executive coaching actually move the needle? Yes—when it’s grounded in your business goals. #ExecutiveCoach #EnhancingLeadership #LiddellLeads

June 17th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

Will executive coaching actually move the needle? Yes—when it’s grounded in your business goals. In the AEC and industrial sectors, executive coaching makes the biggest impact when it’s connected to performance outcomes. That means setting measurable goals—not just “communicate better,” but “reduce turnover among high-potential PMs” or “strengthen the VP team’s decision-making autonomy.” Executive coaching […]

What to Look for in a Leadership Advisor? Skip the “solutions pitch.” Instead, share the real tension you’re seeing in your business. A good leadership development consultant will ask questions that help you sort signal from noise—and will be honest about whether they’re the right fit. If you’re not getting clear answers or feel like you’re being sold a one-size-fits-all program, keep looking. #LeadershipAdvisor #LeadershipPartner #LiddellLeads

June 11th, 2025 | Liddell Leads

What to Look for in a Leadership Advisor? Understands Your Industry and Context Focuses on Practical Skills, Not Just Concepts Doesn’t Overpromise or “Fix” Your People Supports You, Not Just Your Team Skip the “solutions pitch.” Instead, share the real tension you’re seeing in your business. A good leadership development consultant will ask questions that […]