Are we open to seeing leadership outside the bounds of our experience, learning and implementing when it makes sense?

Take an honest look at your drill training program. Does it deliver results, or does it need a jolt?

Home, job stresses add up, and good leaders train themselves to see when their teams struggle.

Leaders put decisions in context, particularly when the drill project moves in a different direction than advised.

Company culture, from productivity to safety, starts with making new hires, existing employees feel valued.

Good leaders take a clear-headed approach to balancing schedule, scope and budget to achieve the best results.

Previous leaders have a responsibility to set aside ego and follow, but also offer criticism when needed.