He served as Commanding Officer of two separate Navy Facilities and was the Director of Security
for Naval District Washington, DC during September 11th, 2001. He always had shaving cream
behind his ear, appeared to comb his hair with a rock, and I don't think
his shoes had seen polish since before the Spanish American War. As it got
louder, it peaked my interest so I went to see where it was coming from.
Additionally, he is adjunct faculty for two colleges where he teaches classes in leadership, teamwork,
and organizational behavior. This was a far cry from our previous Commodore who
was very quiet, reserved, and never came out of his office (he could have been
stuffed by a taxidermist, his body propped up at his desk and no one would
have known the difference). As an action, it can be a laugh shared with
co-workers; a dress-down or theme day; or it can even be a rip roaring round
of blaring "Rebel Rouser" on your iPod. Remember, a smile is the shortest distance
between 2 people.Share Your StoryEver go through a trial or tribulation where you felt like
you were the only person that understood what was going on? Everyone
has! Sharing your story can reduce that size and let others know they're not
alone. Sure, it can be embarrassing and awkward but I wouldn't trade the
dialogue that follows nike pas cher for anything. This stresses us out so much that we can
be left feeling diagonally parked in a parallel universe! When people come to you,
step away from the distractions and be there in the moment - connect with them
while they are there and where they are at that time. Wherever you lead,
do you want to create an environment that works for you and not against you?
If so, then try these tips on decreasing your size.Let loose - Have Some
FunNo matter what I do, I want to have fun while I am doing it.
He created such a positive atmosphere that it didn't even seem like work!
Why was it like that!? Because Size Matters! Psychological size, that is.At work,
home, front of the classroom or in the community, when we have a position of
power (real or perceived), we "appear" larger than those we lead and, possibly, unapproachable.
Step up, step out, and remember: SIZE MATTERS!Chip Lutz is a professional speaker, trainer,
and retired Navy Officer with 22 years leadership experience. Anything to lighten the atmosphere
and reduce your size can fit into this category. If they don't come to
you - GO TO THEM! Don't be "stuffed" at your desk.Don't get me wrong,
Captain Pat wasn't all fun and games. On the first day he took Command,
I was sitting in my office tn requin and I heard the faint sound of the song
"Rebel Rouser" coming down the hallway. Captain Pat's ability to reduce his size by
having fun, letting go, and meeting us where we were made that tour of duty
the best I had ever had. Yes, "fun" is subjective but it can be
both an attitude or an action. If we reduce our size, we have the
opportunity to connect with others and impact the environment in a positive way. Step
out and share your story!Be There or Be SquareIn the busy-ness of how we live
our lives today, we can get overwhelmed by all of the information that is continually
thrown at us. If you had met Captain Pat on the street, you would never
have guessed that he was an officer in the Navy or that he was responsible
for nearly 10,000 people and millions of dollars of in Navy assets. It made
me more than a boss - it made me real, it made me human.
He was incredibly intelligent and liked to see things get done (he was a little
like Donny and Marie all wrapped up into one "little bit country, little bit rock
n' roll" package). Under Captain Pat's leadership, we went from a sterile, impersonal
atmosphere to one where creativity, productivity, and teamwork flourished. As I turned the corner
into the executive suites, the music blasted, nearly knocked me over and I saw Captain
Pat doing a "crazy dance" as he put stuff away in his new office.
These are just 3 simple things (out of a million) that you can do to
decrease your psychological size and connect with others. This decreases my size and opens
lines of communication. But, it's been nearly 20 years since I worked with him
and I still remember the atmosphere he created and the lessons he taught me.
It be a friendly smile as you greet people in the morning; a happy thought
that keeps you positive throughout the day; a picture on your desk of your last
vacation (if it was pleasant); or even the willingness to take yourself lightly (in the
US?). He speaks and trains on the power of positive leadership and the infusion of
humor in the workplace to increase morale, productivity, and teamwork. For 22 years as
a leader, I did the same thing. As a leader in the home, I
share every awkward, funny, and (sometimes) painful story with my teenagers (we have 4).
In today's crazy world of billion dollar bail outs, close outs, and strike outs, I
don't think there's ever been a better time to focus on the investments that will
give real returns - our investment in others. Find our more about his work at
http://www.covenantleadership.com or email him at chip@covenantleadership.com to be put on his weekly newsletter distribution..
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