Reaching out for "help" is never easy; but there is also nothing easy about failing or failing to thrive. And leadership, by design, is often a lonely walk. Perhaps as a leader, you are seeking a strengthening voice outside of your current structure, processes and culture. To nudge your thinking, here are six questions to answer on your own that will help you consider whether to use Robert L. Rich, Jr. There are no right or wrong answers - only truthful ones.

1. Will my organization achieve its short term goals?
2. Will my organization achieve its long term goals?
3. Are there large, unattended problems bubbling right now?
4. Right now, is our organizational momentum positive?
5. Are my direct reports following me?
6. Is a valued employee or business unit "stuck"?

Can I help you? If you have a sense that a fresh look would add value, please call me and we'll discuss baby steps that we can take together to turn the corner.

Remember, "no decision" is in fact a decision. Rather than wonder - just call me and let's see if I can help you on your leadership walk.

BOB...A strengthening voice