Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in April 2024 curated just for you. He assesses its profound impact on business and education, using dozens of real-time examples of AI in action. No, it’s not a health or financial crisis; it’s a leadership crisis.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 19, 2020

Times of crisis are the moments when leadership is most needed. Here are some of the thoughts I’ve been sharing with my clients: Maintain a leadership presence. Many leaders are fearful of overreacting, and some wishfully hope that a crisis will resolve itself. But it is what you do with your leadership that matters.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 7, 2020

In times of crisis, when everyone is anxious and uncertain about the future, it’s understandably hard for people to stay on track. Ask yourself, “As a leader, who am I going to be in this time of crisis?” and lead by example. Lead from within: Employees often become unfocused and unproductive when a crisis hits.

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Lead from Within

MAY 5, 2020

Some people are more suited to crisis leadership than others. But throughout the spectrum, there is one aspect of crisis management that no one is talking about. A massive crisis that changes nearly every aspect of life with no clear end in sight is a perfect example of a situation that can cause deep-seated anger.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 1, 2022

Organizations, particularly startups, require changes in executive leadership talent in the business lifecycle to capitalize on growth potential. Today, I’d like to share some examples and critical considerations for companies that fit in this category. You could look at another impressive example in Spotify.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 12, 2020

A crisis demands a certain kind of leadership. But crisis leadership is not something you turn off and on. The ability to handle a crisis is something you develop long before a crisis hits, and people turn to you for guidance—before they declare, “You’re it!”. They call it Meta-Leadership.

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Next Level Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

We all know by now that leaders must communicate in a crisis. Judging by the acclaim and appreciation he’s been receiving the past couple of weeks, Governor Andrew Cuomo of New York has been providing a great example of how an effective leader checks all of those communications boxes.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 30, 2022

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. So what went wrong and what can leaders learn from the example?

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Leading Blog

MAY 8, 2020

C OVID19 is a health crisis; an economic crisis; a social crisis; a political crisis; and a geopolitical crisis. It is a crisis dominated by unknowns and huge downsides. It is an existential crisis — life or death. Visualize, for example, how you would behave to be kind.

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Skip Prichard

MARCH 24, 2020

Lead through Crisis. Physical training is a great example. Leadership isn’t like that. In a crisis, ask ‘What do my people need to hear?’ This holds doubly true during times of crisis. The nature of crisis management is that you can’t plan ahead for them. How to handle a crisis. Take a deep breath.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

You have a version of this in an emergency or crisis plan, but this should be an additional protocol to help those dealing with the trauma from the pandemic, trauma of any kind, or mental health needs. Example Plan Template. Leadership team. The post Unpacking the Bags to Leadership appeared first on Lead Change.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 1, 2024

Be a good leader in crisis: The best leaders are able to navigate crisis effectively and lead their teams through difficult times. Be a risk taker: Taking risks is a necessary part of successful leadership. Be a good communicator: Communication is key to successful leadership. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 25, 2023

The following are examples of when their leadership skills are needed the most: Creating a Clear Purpose and Vision: A clear sense of purpose and vision is crucial for an organization. Being Determined and Decisive: Instilling confidence in your employees and setting a positive example for them to follow is key.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2023 curated just for you. The Leap to Leader : How Ambitious Managers Make the Jump to Leadership by Adam Bryant The chasm separating managers from leaders is widening as the skills required to be an effective leader grow in number and complexity.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

R EMAINING clam in moments of urgency when things are coming apart at the seams is the subject of Grace Under Pressure: Leading Through Change and Crisis by John Baldoni. When it comes to dealing with change and crisis, grace becomes evident in how we treat one another.” Good leaders do three things, writes Baldoni. Be intentional.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 13, 2020

There have been great examples of leadership in our multiple crises of the moment. Crisis leadership is a crucible and it’s natural for us to be inspired by what it can produce. We are seeing that leadership is a calling and it’s often more geeky than macho and certainly not authoritarian. Guest post by Randall P.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 30, 2022

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. So what went wrong and what can leaders learn from the example?

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 4, 2020

Welcome to the August 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Read this post for examples, and tips to regulate your reactions. Communication.

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Ron Edmondson

MAY 6, 2020

I have been writing about the times of crisis, especially from the viewpoint of leadership. They deal with things to do and things not to do when leading in a crisis. They deal with things to do and things not to do when leading in a crisis. It’s equally important to know what to do AFTER the time of crisis has passed.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 4, 2021

Almost all successful organizations are grounded by a skillful and talented leadership team. Take your time and be patient when you’re filling a leadership position. Embrace all types of leadership styles and diversity of background, thought and opinions. Challenge your leadership with people who challenge your thinking.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 29, 2020

T HE leadership question is top of mind for many people here in the United States and throughout the world. No matter what industry or organizational structure—business, politics, nonprofit, religious, entertainment or sports—examples abound where leaders have violated their trusted role and experienced a public downfall.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Welcome to the April 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Paula Kiger of Big Green Pen shared Overcome social distance with empathy in leadership.

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CO2

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Modern Leadership Development In our rapidly transforming business environment, the caliber of leadership can be the defining factor in an organization’s success. This guide aims to be an invaluable resource for professionals striving for excellence in leadership and looking for skills enhancement.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Welcome to the October 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Jon Lokhorst of Lokhorst Consulting shared Leading Yourself Through Crisis.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 10, 2023

Great leaders know how to steer their organizations through the roughest times by doing the following: Effective communication: As a leader, it is important to be transparent with your team about the challenges and opportunities that the crisis presents. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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HR Digest

MARCH 28, 2020

Crisis doesn’t come with a warning, and it comes at an unexpected time. It is sensible to be prepared in a way so that the business and work doesn’t go into a loss and downward curve when a crisis occurs. Act fast and provide accurate information: Speed is the key when it comes to crisis communications.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I often compare team dynamics to family dynamics – both can be complex and filled with dysfunction and drama. Lead from the Front: Leadership is not just about making decisions, it’s about leading by example. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Expect to Do Some Heavy Lifting by @artpetty How to Facilitate – as Opposed to Dominate – Your Meetings by @suzimcalpine 5 Important Lessons I Learned Growing Up from @wallybock Leaders, Objectivity vs. Detached Coldness by @KateNasser How Writing Your Obituary Can Help You NOW!

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 22, 2019

Combine this with the fact that Deloitte 2019 Human Capital Survey cites that 80% of companies don’t think they have the right leadership capability in place to address this, then we obviously have a leadership crisis on our hands. For example: If you have a talk you deliver frequently, turn it into a book.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I sometimes use storytelling with my clients to make a point. Last week, one of my clients heard the story of two Zen Monks and it had a profound impact on his leadership. This could be a decision related to a business strategy, a change in company policy, or a response to a crisis.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

A S a McKinsey & Company article stated in late March 2020: “What leaders need during a crisis is not a predefined response plan but behaviors and mindsets that will prevent them from overreacting to yesterday’s developments and help them look ahead.”. Involve More People.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 14, 2020

Throughout my career, I have spent a lot of time studying and teaching leadership. In a crisis, leaders are required to create models and draw conclusions while operating with imperfect and incomplete data. Keep digging until you fully understand all aspects of this crisis. It’s a fascinating subject! Open to the brutal facts!

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 15, 2020

Our current health crisis provides an ideal opportunity, and yet I wonder how many leaders and managers are truly taking advantage of it or will continue with it, post-COVID? For example, have you reflected on how your business might run post-COVID? Three simple practices to grow your leadership thinking. On The Future.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 13, 2013

In the end, it was Washington’s presence and very human example rather than his argument that saved the day. It’s been said, that, “People don’t care what you know until they know you care.” George Washington traveled to Newburgh to prove he cared and by doing so breathed new life into an Army and resurrected a Republic.

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Lead from Within

OCTOBER 10, 2023

Here are some leadership strategies for creating a respectful workplace: Define your culture: Clearly communicate company values, mission, and expectations to employees. Show courtesy to others: Lead by example by treating employees with courtesy and politeness. Lead From Within: The true leader serves. Serves people.

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The Practical Leader

JULY 7, 2020

” Tedeschi provides “five steps for coming out of a crisis stronger.” Service — help to provide relief to people and communities to get through this crisis. It’s another example of a concept that’s easy to understand, but difficult to do. And leaders can help others to do so.”

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Mark Sanborn

JANUARY 13, 2023

Gandhi’s story is a powerful example of the importance of focus in leadership. This is particularly important in times of crisis or change, when a clear and focused vision is essential for guiding the team through difficult circumstances. Overall, the ability to focus is a key component of successful leadership.

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