Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

Learn More and Purchase Just Ask Leadership: Why Great Managers Always Ask the Right Questions by Gary B. And yet, according to a survey I conducted, these same leaders give instructions 58% of the time rather than asking coworkers for their input!&# This book uncovers an important leadership skill – that of asking questions.

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Books Open-book Workshop Learning-by-Doing 185

Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Anyone with basic facilitation and training skills can take the facilitator’s guide (which comes with full PowerPoint slide sets for each of the 12 modules) and, with some preparation time, deliver successful leadership training in their organization. Participant workbooks for each workshop can be purchased separately.)

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

This is an ongoing part of the work of leadership – looking, surveying and gaining a perspective that is required to lead towards a desired future. You nailed this one and I am going to forward this to the participants in my recent management skills session. Observe longer. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

Leadership 196

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Seven Ways to Be More Comfortable and Confident When Receiving Feedback by Kevin Eikenberry on November 8, 2010 in Leadership , Learning There is lots of advice for leaders, managers and coaches on how to give better feedback.

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Advice Open-book Learning-by-Doing Workshop 189

Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 18, 2010

However, being an effective coach is more than leadership – it is an important life skill as well. There are many ways to become a more effective coach, plenty of skills, knowledge and techniques are available. We all can be more effective at coaching in our communities, in our families, with our children and at work.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Another question I advocate managers and leaders ask their staff – in a similar vein – is “why are you here&# ? To initiate the conversation, the leader could use a Job Satisfaction Survey. Good question to ask ourselves on a regular basis. and ask the staff member to rank them from most to least important.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 17, 2011

The book focuses specifically on the transition and shares the most important skills to focus on during the days and months after that transition takes place. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 17, 2011

The truth is, while there are people with super-high self images related to their expertise and knowledge, many more people don’t have a healthy, valid confidence, understanding or awareness of their own skills, knowledge, expertise and brilliance. Inventory your experiences, skills and knowledge. What skills have you developed?

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Making Decisions to Make You Most Productive by Kevin Eikenberry on December 20, 2010 in Decision Making , Leadership , Learning Decisiveness is an important skill. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 18, 2010

It focuses on the transition and shares the most important skills to focus on during the days and months after that transition takes place. It’s an online place where leaders can gather to gain additional skills and knowledge, share their successes and learn how to continue their path towards leadership confidence and success.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

The book doesn’t talk about a wringing-your-hands-in-delight power grab, but more about political skill and savvy. Don’t like the term Power? This book will open your eyes and change your mind. Don’t like the term political savvy? Perhaps the word you would prefer is influence?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 14, 2011

More people fail in jobs because of poor people skills (i.e. relationship skills) than any other reason. Make a list and then make a plan for how you will build the needed skills and knowledge. You have to learn new skills so you can offer something new and you can do a great job. Learn what you need to learn.

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Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 26, 2009

During difficult times, management too often forgets that their people are their greatest asset. And that means giving executives opportunities to take on greater responsibility, broaden their skills and cultivate a network of relationships with their peers. The key, according to authors Elizabeth Craig, John R. .

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 23, 2010

Stereotypical, slick-talking, used car sales people Well-spoken financial manager The guy everyone loves who sells his wares on the golf course Whether you have positive thoughts and feelings about salespeople or decidedly un-positive, the purpose of this article is not to suggest or defend any of these images or thoughts. (Not

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 5, 2010

Click the link , email us or take advantage of the offer below to join us to build your leadership skills one skill at a time, one month at a time. . … If this idea is intriguing, just think how many ideas and how much growth you would get as a member of the Remarkable Leadership Learning System.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 20, 2010

I really appreciate receiving this message that really help buil my leadership skills… wish you the best and once again thanks!!!! 4 comments… read them below or add one } Cecilia Acosta August 20, 2010 at 8:10 pm Thanks for this video and for all the good recomendation, ideas, suggestion, inputs, orientation, you name it!!!

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

In my world a good walk is a vital leadership skill. Five Reasons to Make Discomfort Your Friend How to Get Lazy People to Work Ten Decisions Leaders Make Everyday Ten Ways to Make a Great First Impression Five Minutes - a Key to Successful Time Management Kevin Eikenberry: Thanks Dave!Kevin

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

I have been reading Scott Eblin’s Next Level Blog for a long time – in fact it was nominated as one our Best Leadership Blogs in 2009. If you are a student of leadership and you want to get to the next level in your leadership skills, you want this book on your shelf. This is a very good book.

Execution 183

Execution Succession Workshop Blog 183

Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

You manage uncertain times with preparation. Leadership is a complex set of skills and behaviors. Five Reasons to Make Discomfort Your Friend How to Get Lazy People to Work Ten Decisions Leaders Make Everyday Ten Ways to Make a Great First Impression Five Minutes - a Key to Successful Time Management Kevin Eikenberry: Thanks Dave!Kevin

Training 168

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 4, 2010

In each interview you will learn specific strategies and skills to help you become a more effective leader and to elicit excellence from others. Yes, I am one of the experts, as is Guy Harris, my teammate and co-author for the upcoming book From Bud to Boss – the Secrets of a Successful Transition to Remarkable Leadership.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 30, 2010

I always tell my students that listening is a leader’s greatest communication skill. Five Reasons to Make Discomfort Your Friend How to Get Lazy People to Work Ten Decisions Leaders Make Everyday Ten Ways to Make a Great First Impression Five Minutes - a Key to Successful Time Management Kevin Eikenberry: Thanks Dave!Kevin

Leadership 209

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

I don’t think I’ve ever had a supervisory skills class where someone didn’t ask that question. He writes, coaches, and consults on these issues, as well as helping his clients by working through those same issues as a copywriter and ghostwriter. The answer is that you can’t do anything. At least not directly.

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Workshop Blog Consultative Learning-by-Doing 170

Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 10, 2011

I think there is one other important difference for leaders – that should be considered by coaches and people interested in helping others develop their skills. Feedback and advice. How often do most people seek out, and truly want, feedback (given its tarnished image)? Not so much. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

Advice 196

Advice Open-book Mentor Workshop 196

Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

You may have ideas about what the future looks like – a future with them using or developing new skills, or behaving in new ways. Once people are wishing things to be (even a little bit) better, you set the stage for creating the picture of a more desirable future. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

How To 190

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

link] Del Williams I don't think online is to blame, but poor people skills. According to a survey done recently the average person only has 2 close friends. I think we need to wonder whether we'd like to be helped or tweeted about if we're in a compromised situation. This generation is weak in many ways.

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Media Blog Audience Ryan 418

Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

They are hard working individuals who have the potential to be leaders based on their knowledge, skills, and the behaviors and attitudes they display. They are eager to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities and bigger challenges. Influencing skills. Team leadership. •Financial management. Risk taking.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

DECEMBER 5, 2010

We are going to survey members and invite them to a mentoring matchmaking program to launch in 2011 if interest is high enough. It seems most trade associations do incidental mentoring via committee work but we want to do intentional mentoring by boomers to our young nextgen business members. All Rights Reserved.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

What skills do people use that are important but overlooked? Top Harvard psychologists and educators have agreed that the # 1 skill we need to teach our toddlers (ages 3-5) is gratitude. Spend some time thinking about the specific things in your professional world you are grateful for. What results are making a difference?

Blog 188

Blog Workshop Learning-by-Doing Video 188

Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 24, 2011

Kevin Reply Sanjay Malhotra January 26, 2011 at 10:48 pm Thanks Kevin, I am sure it will help us in further improvising our leadership skills. I completely agree with your other three points! Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

Consensus 210

Consensus Blog Workshop Learning-by-Doing 210

Chart Your Course

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

According to The Society for Human Resource Management, only 33 percent of businesses track employee turnover, which means 67 percent of businesses are missing out on a huge source of savings and growth. percent in October 2009 to 3.1 Retaining your employees and reducing turnover is a crucial part of running a successful business.

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Cost Human Resources Human Capital Benchmarking 192

Persuasive Powerhouse

JULY 11, 2010

Robert, a manager of managers, has an open door policy and regularly lets his staff know that they can come in anytime he’s in the office to ask questions or discuss concerns. But my manager insisted that I receive my service award in front of the rest of the team. He listens well and is great at solving problems.

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Blog Greenleaf Maslow Goleman 169

Persuasive Powerhouse

AUGUST 15, 2010

According to the author, surveys show that bad behavior occurs most often in the offices of those with the most authority. Staying ethical when you are in power ie any kind of power – you dont necessarily have to be the top dog, even a manager or leader of a small team – would need to keep his ethic in check every now and then.

Ethics 184

Ethics Morale Open-book Blog 184

Persuasive Powerhouse

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Alexander Lewis : November 16, 2010 at 4:29 am I agree that it is necessary for a leader to be constantly surveying and looking around, in and about the business they are involved in. Too often leaders and managers miss out on marking achievements and innovations… their own as well as those of others! another great post, Mary Jo.

Leadership 257

Leadership Blog Learning-by-Doing Follow-up 257

N2Growth Blog

MARCH 19, 2014

Increased awareness of possible warning signs of organizational cancer, among leaders, managers and outside consulting firms that specialize in this area, as well as business relations and institutions in higher education, can have a great impact on the disease. Your operations deserve a longer, healthier life. How assured?

Health Care 303

Health Care Organizational Behavior Operations Diversity 303

Experience to Lead

MARCH 17, 2022

Never before have L&D programs been more crucial to the survival of organizations across the globe, as the need for resilience and adaptation shift to the forefront of desirable skills. Managers don’t measure absolute points so much as they manage change” (Fitz – Enz, 2009, p.

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Coaching Tip

JANUARY 25, 2011

Many business drivers – from corporate governance legislation, to skilled labor shortages, to generational demographic shifts - have placed succession planning on the agenda of executives worldwide. One approach is to ask managers to assess and nominate people. By Guest Author Sean Conrad.

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CO2

DECEMBER 23, 2010

.&# When speaking with employees who have never been asked for their opinion before at work (33% of bosses rarely or never ask for their subordinate advise based on a national survey we conducted) they say they will never work for another company in which they did not get to participate in the strategic planning process. Pink Demos Dr.

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