First, what is a Phalanx? Simply put, a Phalanx is a tight knit group working in close formation to achieve great results. You’ve likely seen the formation portrayed in its historical context. It was the formation of choice of the Greeks and the Spartans who used it at Thermopylae to slow down the advance of the Persian army. Modernly, you see riot police use it to control much larger crowds. Our shields work the same way. By using them together they reinforce one another and

The Obstacle One of the biggest obstacles I run into when working with leaders one-on-one is breaking them of their masking habits. My first sign of trouble is usually a gigantic bookshelf filled with leadership, team building, and personal development books. Now, don't get me wrong here, I love to read and I advocate for the concept that leaders are readers. But, and it is a big but, you have to actually take the time to learn the lessons in those books and personalize them.