Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Minal was never really into science fiction, but she ran out of shows to watch and found herself intrigued when Stacey Abrams, who is famously a Trekkie, said that Voyager was her favorite Star Trek show, even though Deep Space Nine is considered the political allegory. In this mode, critical reasoning goes offline.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

All too often the biggest barrier in people’s way is fear (of failure, of chastisement, of political suicide, or ridicule, to name a few). We don’t get people to spend their extra time, energies, or talents on something because they fear they’ll get in trouble if they don’t. Real leaders recognize this.

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General Leadership

NOVEMBER 7, 2016

. “We choose to go to the Moon in this decade and do the other things, not because they are easy, but because they are hard; because that goal will serve to organize and measure the best of our energies and skills, because that challenge is one that we are willing to accept, one we are unwilling to postpone, and one we intend to win.”

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Energy Advice Goal Skills 413

Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 24, 2017

Learning to ride the Mood Elevator offers huge benefits for the individual, but it also offers major payoffs for organizations whose employees practice this skill. Win/lose political conflicts and lack of trust cause needless rifts and misunderstandings.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 2, 2018

From the heavy demands of a 24/7 world, the whiplash of political turmoil, to the care of aging parents, boomerang kids, and personal health challenges, there is much to test our resiliency. In fact, resiliency is actually energy management. In fact, resiliency is becoming the theme of corporate meetings and church sermons.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill. This is a mindset thing, not a talent thing – it’s as simple as making the choice to be pleasant.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 10, 2024

A challenging conversation might involve giving a poor performance review, speaking with someone who has strong ideologies different from our own, or discussing current events or politics. Our minds and bodies are connected, and one function our brains have is to manage how much energy is budgeted toward emotional expression.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 20, 2021

It’s a complicated aspect of life that everything from politics to world events can influence. Soft Skills. As such, it’s vitally important that any leader develops the soft skills they need to get where they want to go. Energy Levels. It takes a lot of time, effort, and energy to build a successful company.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

The political environment in the United States as elsewhere is driven by fear-based narratives. These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. And that feeds our approach in society at large. It leads to short-term thinking.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2016

I’ve seen too many talented people along the way focus their energy in all the wrong places, most commonly by obsessing over winning arguments. That’s energy well spent. I have zero patience for office politics as the way to get ahead, and you should too. You don’t need to politic any further than that. That’s good.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

At the recent Conservative conference, the party chair Jake Berry argued that people struggling with their energy bills this autumn can either cut their consumption or get a better-paid job. Jake Berry MP tells Sophy #Ridge that the Conservatives want people to get 'higher-paid jobs' to stimulate economic growth.

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Mark Sanborn

JANUARY 13, 2023

His focus was so strong that it ultimately helped to bring about one of the most significant political movements of the 20th century and the eventual independence of India. Mark Sanborn is an award winning speaker, leadership strategist and Leadership Expert in Residence at High Point University, the Premier Life Skills University.

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Steve Farber

JULY 20, 2016

Like it or not, as a leader you have a significant impact on the energy around you at work. Your ideal, therefore, is to display positive energy in everything you do. So what will it take for you to generate energy throughout your company? And that passionate energy will start to spread to those around you.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 11, 2017

You’ve been working long hours, fighting the political and logistical battles to do what’s right for the business– and just as you think everything’s on track, the landscape changes… a merger, a reorganization, reduced funding… and you feel like you’re starting all over again.

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Career Advancement

MAY 25, 2021

“If you want to be happy, set a goal that commands your thoughts, liberates your energy, and inspires your hopes.” Becoming the favorite employee at work requires some political maneuvering—think of it as strategic relationship building. ” – Andrew Carnegie.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2019

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill. This is a mindset thing, not a talent thing – it’s as simple as making the choice to be pleasant.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Jon Lokhorst of Lokhorst Consulting shared This Underrated Leadership Skill Is More Important than Ever. Jon explains: “ Of all the skills leaders need to be successful, active listening may be the most overlooked and underrated. Eileen McDargh contributed The Energy of Unexpected Gratitude. Find Jon on Twitter at @jonlokhorst.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

When companies hired a coach for an executive then, it was primarily because that executive needed some assistance to improve their leadership and management skills; that they weren’t meeting the expectations of their position. It’s easy to lose focus on the politics in order to accomplish the necessary tasks for one’s job.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2019

In infinite games, like business or politics or life itself, the players come and go, the rules are changeable, and there is no defined endpoint. In finite games, like football or chess, the players are known, the rules are fixed, and the endpoint is clear. The winners and losers are easily identified.

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Mark Sanborn

OCTOBER 13, 2020

First, it is polite; the right thing to do. Simple acknowledgment is an entry level skill in the arena of human relations. ” “Your email arrived but I don’t have the emotional energy to respond right now.” If someone sends a supportive email, I acknowledge and thank them for their kind words.

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General Leadership

AUGUST 6, 2013

He was a senior political advisor to Senator Gary Hart in his Washington office. ” Before this moment, “action” would have meant recommending some politically beneficial course of action to the powerful politicians he had worked with for several years. That is, they don’t seek handouts or ask people for money.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 18, 2021

Contrary to a common misconception, customer service is not merely hearing complaints and speaking politely to customers; it is a critical component of any successful business operations. You need specific skills, personality traits, and qualities to succeed. You Have a Way with Words. You Are Highly Adaptable to Change.

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Leading with Trust

MARCH 13, 2022

Political and social unrest, a global pandemic, a massive shift to remote work, record levels of low trust in institutions, supply chain bottlenecks, the Great Resignation, rising inflation, and now war in Ukraine, are just a few of the challenges affecting us in one way or another.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 5, 2019

It takes effort and energy to consider another’s viewpoint.” David shares: “Communication skills are critical to being an effective leader. It might be that their skills no longer serve your needs or their disrespectful treatment of others becomes such a huge issue that you can’t ignore it anymore.”

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Michael Lee Stallard

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Leadership Skills. Many of this month’s featured posts focus on specific leadership skills we all need to develop. To learn more about how to develop the skills you will need in your next leadership role, check out “ Sidestepping the Peter Principle for Career Success.”. The higher you go in leadership, the more this is true.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

CEO Excellence is a fascinating, inspiring, revealing, lesson-packed read for any leader who wants to hone their skills to achieve leadership excellence. Have they redirected time, energy, talent, and finances away from lower priority pursuits towards taking these actions? How broadly should I think about ‘purpose’?”

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 28, 2021

What skills need improvement? What new skills do you need to stay on top of your game? I no longer had the desire or energy to do anything. How and where do you learn to be politically savvy? We can learn to be politically savvy every day as long as we pay attention to what’s going on around us. Let’s face it.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 28, 2016

Assessment tools enable people to identify their skills, temperaments, learning styles, thinking styles, and values. Toward the end of most days, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt held a gathering for cocktails and poker where the only rule was that no one could talk politics. He cherished the time to relax and recharge.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 25, 2019

The ability to make the right decisions in high-risk situations is an incredibly valuable skill in our VUCA world. “We suspect that conflict in networks monopolizes some portion of workers’ mental energy,” the researchers explain.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 20, 2014

Learn about 3 lessons from the political realm that inform us on how leaders can successfully champion change initiatives in their organization. Martin discusses the complexity of leading organizational change and the soft skills needed to lead successful change projects. brings us How to Stop Burning Emotional Energy.

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Modern Servant Leader

JUNE 20, 2013

Indifference in politics , business or church may occur when leaders sit stagnant too long. When leaders give up caring about the passion of their people and focus only on skills and abilities, apathy for the vision and mission sets in. Her team does well, but over time, there is less spark, energy or excitement from Mary.

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Engaging Leader

JUNE 2, 2014

In 2012, he left his law practice of 30 years to lead this non-profit organization that provides pro bono legal services for people who come to the United States seeking asylum from political or religious persecution, abusive relationships, or other reasons. Engaging Leader™ Communication skills Presenting'

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 4, 2019

For many of us, it’s a dirty word that we associate with painful conversations, bias, politics, resentment, and self-doubt. Skills to be Friendly Enough for the Customer Service Industry. foundational skills needed to be successful in the customer service industry.” Steve DiGioia provided You Need These 9.5

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. In today’s post I’ll share 6 leadership characteristics that require zero talent or skill. link] mikemyatt Brilliant additions…I concur that these traits while highly valuable, require no particular skill.

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The Practical Leader

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

These technical leaders usually score high in analytical skills and technical expertise. These leaders often realize they’re typical of many technical team and project leaders who were promoted for their technical skills, experience, and ability to get things done, not their people leadership or “ soft skills.”

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 3, 2020

They may be polite and attempt to listen and respond; however, the anticipated outcome just isn’t there. Karin explains: “If you want to sustain your impact and accomplish your leadership goals, it’s essential to maintain your energy and use your time as effectively as possible. Did we pick the right time?

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Mark Sanborn

JANUARY 11, 2021

In politics, candidates try to tell a better story than their opponents, but not until they are elected do we learn if they are able to deliver on those commitments. Trying takes energy and effort. ” To keep going a person needs energy, and that energy is often encouragement from a friend or trusted colleague.

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