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Thought-full Thursday: Appreciative Leadership

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Louise Altman : September 9, 2010 at 5:36 pm Hi Mary Jo, You know what is so important about using Appreciative Inquiry – we now know from the latest neuroscience research that every time we acknowledge what works, what is positive, we are activating the pleasure part of our brains. We’re a great society of problem solvers.

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Successful leadership ~ The Story of a Man | You're Not the Boss of Me

You're Not the Boss of Me

He made many self-deprecating remarks. It is open to interpretation and it requires the involvement of the whole self. As you point out though, we have a way to go before we cease to be self-conscious about it. Instead, he spoke with pride about the accomplishments of others, especially his children.

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Leaders and the Learning Organization | You're Not the Boss of Me

You're Not the Boss of Me

I hazard to say that if we were each to bring heightened awareness to our assumptions, our ability to be receptive to change would be that much greater. Reply louise altman November 23, 2010 at 12:43 am Hi Gwyn, What a great post! What do you think? There’s clearly more work to be done! Thanks for your comment and for coming by!

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The Comfort Zone… It Isn't Always Dangerous | You're Not the Boss.

You're Not the Boss of Me

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