Jonathan K. Ford
Reflections on Leadership and EQ

  • Everything is Vocabulary

    When I was in my early 20s, I decided that I wanted to learn the trumpet. The trumpet itself was a gift; I was originally interested in playing the saxophone and the giver said “use this, the three keys are easier to learn.” So I learned to have a deep appreciation for the sound, the…

  • Alignment – How You Can Get Better at Bringing People Along

    Alignment is one of the greatest corporate buzzwords, right up there with “synergy” and “circle back”. I’ve found it’s used so often that leaders can forget that it’s a legitimately useful idea to keep in mind, and it’s also pretty essential for leading teams and initiatives. What is Alignment, and Why is it Important? Alignment…

  • Why I Started This

    In my early 20s, I found myself naturally drawn to the concept of leadership. Right after college, I joined a small consulting firm where I joined in part because they had a leadership and team development practice. At the time, I had no idea that you could have a career learning about and helping teams…

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