Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

In it he proposes that “what’s important to you&# is the most powerful question of all (read it, it is less than 300 words – and the comments are awesome too). Very powerful. While I’m not not great at “give me your top five&# of anything (movies, CD’s I’d put on my iPod, books, etc.),

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 1, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Four Leadership Lessons from Punxsutawney Phil by Kevin Eikenberry on February 2, 2011 in Leadership , Learning Picture of Phil, complements of [link] Groundhog Day is a strange tradition. You are a leader, after all.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Leaders are superheroes without the supernatural powers. I also found it interesting that she used the Super Hero idea… which I did several months back, talking about The Powers of Coaching. Then, suddenly: bright colors, flashes of light, he disrobes to reveal Superman. Leaders choose action.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 24, 2011

who have resisted this powerful form or learning (combining reflection and writing). Tagged as: journal , journaling , learning journal , reflection { 2 comments… read them below or add one } Valerie February 2, 2011 at 11:37 am I really like this 280 daily idea. I’ve just been using it for a few days, and I like it a lot.

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 7, 2011

From this powerful and convicting beginning Gary uses a unique approach to help his readers become better question askers. Maybe that’s why 95% of leaders prefer to be asked questions rather than be told what to do. Tagged as: childish behavior , Gary B. Reply Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Been Promoted?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 3, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Creating and Communicating a Compelling Vision for Change by Kevin Eikenberry on January 3, 2011 in Change , Communication , Leadership Status quo requires no leadership. That has been a mantra of mine for a long time.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 29, 2010

Tagged as: engagement , likeability , trust { 2 trackbacks } MAPping Company Success January 3, 2011 at 4:19 am The January 2nd Leadership Development Carnival New Year’s Edition | HR Interview Tools January 13, 2011 at 1:57 am { 5 comments… read them below or add one } Jenny Rog December 29, 2010 at 10:23 am Hello Kevin!

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 3, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe My Five Most Read Posts of 2010 by Kevin Eikenberry on January 3, 2011 in Leadership , Learning This time of year lots of people publish lists. (I I wrote one about books last week). Today’s list is simple.

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 6, 2011

To tell a powerful story that will hopefully have the impact on you that it has had on me. I reprise it today for three reasons. To celebrate the life of the late President Reagan on what would have been his 100th birthday.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

Tagged as: behavior , coaching , perception { 1 comment… read it below or add one } MARISI TAMBUNAN November 14, 2010 at 8:23 pm Yes that based on OUR perception. Agreed to check on how we to see the world.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Three Ways to Effectively Show Your Gratitude (from just last week) The Power of the Written Note A Leadership Litany – Reasons for Leaders to be Thankful Five Ways Gratitude Will Change Your Life Giving Thanks on Thanksgiving Gratitude This isn’t a complete list.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Get all the details now.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 18, 2010

And, the best learning facilitators – and coaches – know that the most powerful learning comes from a place of discovery. When you discover something for yourself it is more real and powerful to you. The best coaches recognize the importance, value and power of assuring mutually understood and agreed upon expectations.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 8, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe What is the Price?

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

Tagged as: professional development , selling Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Seven Ways to Be More Comfortable and Confident When Receiving Feedback Next post: The Latent Power of a Cliche Why I Blog Tag Cloud Popular Posts Recent Comments 360 assessment attitude change choice coaching confidence corporate leadership decisions executive (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 3, 2010

No, I don’t mean reconnect your power cord or open up Facebook. Reply Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: The Power of Now! Shut down twitter, put your smartphone down, forget about email. I wrote about this recently , and I think a three day weekend is a great time to practice these ideas. Reconnect.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 13, 2010

In the community, you can: Read articles about how to make a successful transition to leadership Listen to audio or watch video on a range of leadership topics Get special reports and ebooks to help you become a Remarkable Leader To join the free community and gain access to great resources and relationships, enter your information below and click (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 23, 2010

This concise book has powerful ideas for helping you set and maintain your vision – one of the most important responsibilities of any leader. Andy speaks from a Christian perspective, as you would expect with his background and beliefs. If your beliefs match his the references will make sense and be comfortable to you.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Written in the same style of practical, commonsense ideas, backed by great stories and powerful research it is hard to beat. The book was written as a follow-up and partial answer to Sutton’s last smash bestseller The No Asshole Rule. If you are or want to become a boss, you need to read this book.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

Amongst all of your coaching competencies and fancy coaching models, remember one of the most powerful tools you have. If you want people to do more, take on more, and grow; encourage them. If you want people to try new things, encourage them. Encouragement. Ask yourself, who can I encourage today?

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 10, 2010

My life also gives testament to the power of purposeful abandonment. A few days later he embarked on a related career path and he’s never been happier. Purposeful abandonment opened the door to a richer, fuller life. Or if you prefer, saying no and letting go. About two years ago, the organization I loved and clung to died to me.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 15, 2010

Make a category for powerful questions to ask yourself too!) Categorize them – identify the times and situations you use questions as a coach, leader, parent, co-worker, etc. and group questions for those uses. Use them – some people collect figurines, memorabilia (or even tractors) mostly for the exercise of the collecting.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 26, 2010

SideBar: check out @HamletsBB [William Powers’ twitter board] to read his “personal twitter philosophy: one tweet a day, M-F.” Besides (and I’m talking about personal experience), you lose contact with your spouse, kids, family and friends… Yeah, what a paradox, isn’t it? Have a great day.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 11, 2010

Thanks for making that material available. You know I have some folks I’ll be sharing this information with! -R

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 24, 2010

Consider the power of giving a little something extra when serving customers or nurturing a relationship of any kind, for example. Since I first learned the word in college it has intrgued me. First, I love to say it, though it is hard to spell. Today though I woke up thinking about this word as it relates to us as leaders.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Showing gratitude is a powerful thing; however, you can’t show it or spread it if you aren’t grateful. When you share your gratitude with others you can have an extremely powerful impact on them. The rest of this article helps you identify specific ways you can show your gratitude for your team and organization.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 30, 2010

Tagged as: commitment , values Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Ten Ways to Make a Great First Impression Next post: The Power of Now!

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 10, 2010

A mnemonic I use when speaking, training or coaching about communication, leadership, team development, or learning and the power of these two words is, “‘And’ builds bridges. Reply Melanie Hoffner September 13, 2010 at 5:01 pm Kevin, These two small words can have a monumental impact on our communication and success.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 30, 2010

This turn of words is very powerful. You will make a more powerful and lasting impression when you don’t try so hard. Be interested, not interesting. Often making a great first impression is equated with impressing people.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 25, 2010

Leaders want to feel more confident, so they hide behind a superhero costume hoping to be seen as powerful. In my work with leaders, I find that far too often many leaders are wearing costumes more often than on Halloween. What do I mean?

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Tagged as: coaching , leadership , participation , principles , Steve Roesler { 1 trackback } Best of Blogs Winner December 16, 2010 at 8:36 pm { 0 comments… add one now } Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Power: Why Some People Have it and Others Don’t Next post: Developing Your Leadership Cojones – a Guest Post by Dan McCarthy (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

Is intimidated by others in power ? We sure know it when we don’t see it. Who wants to work for a manager that: ? Won’t take tough stands with others ? Doesn’t step up to the issues ? Avoids conflict ? Won’t look out for the best interests of the team ? Can’t make a tough decision In other words, a wimp.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 27, 2010

Kevi Valerie: I really like this 280 daily i Search This Blog My Thoughts On… Accountability Achievement Books Building Relationships Change Change Leadership Collaboration Communication Connection Creativity Customer Mindset Customer Relationships Customer Service Decision Making Devloping Others Empowerment From Bud to Boss Gratitude Guest (..)

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Satisfaction, pride and confidence are powerful motivators and sustainers of activity and effort. If you set a big goal it forces you to ask completely different questions and forces you to challenge your assumptions. This piece of the exercise is where breakthroughs come from. How much pride or satisfaction will achieving this goal create?

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

The positive reasons to change hopefully are even more powerful than the negative consequences of not changing. While you may need to show negative consequences for not changing, don’t focus all of your attention on impacts in this way. Help them build a plan.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

or otherwise “outing the gossip&# (not the gossipers) is a powerful way to reduce the gossip’s spread. Here are three specific ideas: Acknowledge it. Starting a conversation with “I’ve been hearing rumblings that.&# Ask about it. Perhaps what you are hearing isn’t all that is being said.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Thanks for bringing this topic up, it’s important!

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