Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 27, 2013

It wasn’t unusual for me to finally crack the book open a couple of days before the exam, or pull out the typewriter just a day before a term paper was due. After a few years of writing this blog I decided that I wanted to write a book. When I was in school I hated deadlines. Absolutely hated them. That was 2009.

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Skip Prichard

SEPTEMBER 18, 2019

3 Needs of Motivation. She’s an expert in motivation, a bestselling author, and a senior consulting partner for The Ken Blanchard Companies. Her latest book is Master Your Motivation. In it, Susan tackles motivation in a fresh way. Optimal motivation is driven by three needs: choice, connection, and competence.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 29, 2020

What motivates you in your business? Discrimination motivated me and I pushed harder, worked tirelessly, looked past boundaries, dug into my creativity, and became a top salesperson in the first company, and opened a business in the printing/publishing field with my specific niche some years later. About the Author.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

It is important that we are open to it and encourage it by listening to others. In the final section of the book, Baldoni presents pithy and practical chapters for practicing grace under pressure. He highlights the many and sometimes subtle mindsets that motivate grace into action. Be intentional. Assume the best in others.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

When leaders have meaningful conversations with their employees, ask open questions, truly listen to them, and nip any toxicity (such as gossiping) in the bud, they are well on their way to fostering trust and building relationships. This will be instilled if they are open-minded, positive, and appreciative. What do they do naturally?

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 8, 2024

The World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration results citing continued overwhelm, economic instability, lower levels of motivation, and poor management are symptoms of this upheaval. ” Promoting Curiosity and Commitment Curiosity: Encourage a culture of curiosity and open-mindedness. And, work itself is changing fast.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 15, 2023

Joe opens the conversation with what could be a Powerful Phrase, “I really care about you and this project, and I’m confident we can find a solution we can all work with.” Here’s an example of this one in use: “It sounds like you’re really frustrated with the lack of response from marketing and that’s sapping your motivation.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

Today on Asking for a Friend I talk with Sara Canaday about tips from her new book “Coaching Essentials for Managers.” Ask open-ended questions. Fail to set ambitious goals that align with your coachees’ strengths motivations and interests. Be fully present. Set the intention up front. Suspend judgment.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

Consider taking courses, attending workshops, and reading industry-related articles and books. Be open to new ideas, willing to try new things, and flexible in your work approach. Be positive around your colleagues — it can help you build strong relationships, overcome challenges, and stay motivated. Be A Positive Influence.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 5, 2024

Commit to lifelong learning by regularly reading books, taking courses, attending seminars, and staying updated on industry trends. Work on enhancing your listening skills, delivering clear messages, and fostering open, honest conversations with your team. Setting clear objectives helps you stay focused and motivated.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 23, 2023

By shifting your team’s vocabulary, you can open the door to new solutions, foster innovation , and promote a culture of continuous improvement. Below are some powerful phrases to consider using as alternatives to “failure,” each aiming to bring a different kind of focus and motivation to your team.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 19, 2021

Chuck showed me the first “Beat Yesterday” book I ever saw. Every evening, he wrote how he did in his Beat Yesterday book. I didn’t know it then, but many salespeople use Beat Yesterday books. Sam Walton used a Beat Yesterday book when he opened the first Wal-Mart in Rogers, Arkansas back in July 1962.

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Rich Gee Group

JULY 3, 2023

They should encourage open dialogue, generate valuable insights, and lead to mutual understanding and respect. The goal is to create a collaborative relationship where both parties feel heard, valued, and motivated to work towards common objectives. This direct question shows your openness to constructive criticism.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Many of the books listed below help us to do just that. Others were included because they help us to think differently, opening us up to potential we might not have considered. The books listed below help us to build the right foundation from which we can lead others. Leaders are dealers in hope. Blog Post ). Blog Post ).

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Their worldviews are different, so they see the world through different values, expectations, and motivations. Rather than cover the whole of Postmodern thought, this book focuses on the aspects of their worldview that impact their perception of leadership and work. Be open to reverse mentoring too.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 26, 2020

The directing style is appropriate when people lack the required ability and motivation to make the required change. The best leaders ask questions that engage and motivate people to identify what’s needed to solve problems and pursue opportunities. It requires openness and collaboration. Discussing Leadership Style.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 24, 2020

What’s their level of his motivation? Does the person lack motivation which may require new incentives or finding out what’s holding him back? Is the person open to feedback? If the person is open to feedback it will be an easier discussion. If the person is open to feedback it will be an easier discussion.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

In our book, Relentless: The Forensics of Mobsters; Business Practices , we discovered the leadership principles of organized crime syndicates that forge high-performance teams of very loyal gangsters, incredibly strong brand names and cultures with a long-term perspective and an unrelenting customer focus. One Size Doesn’t Fit All.

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Joseph Lalonde

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022

A Reel Leadership Article My latest book, Reel Leadership, is now available on Amazon. If you love movies and leadership, you will love this book. Have the right motives: Naruto wanted out of the prison. His main motive wasn’t his freedom. What are your motives as a leader? Keep the right motives in mind!

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Chart Your Course

FEBRUARY 15, 2015

Here are several different recognition ideas that keep people fired up and motivated at work. Easter Egg Hunt: The Thursday before Easter, Open TV stuffs and hides approximately 100 eggs. As an introduction project, they asked the employees to read a free copy of the books we gave them such as Who Moved My Cheese?

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 27, 2019

Employee Motivation Leads to Better Decision-Making. What can be increasingly hard for modern businesses is keeping employees motivated. This creates a challenge for leaders who need to be very innovative to motivate this young workforce to stay. To motivate their employees, leaders first need to understand what drives them.

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Chartered Management Institute

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

Consider motivating employees by implementing Open Book Management (OBM). Struggling with unmotivated employees? Wish employees felt more invested in company goals? Related Content: How do you select the right coach?

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 10, 2024

Clarify Milestones: Recognize Team Achievements Merging cultures is a marathon, not a sprint, and progress is one the the world’s greatest motivators – and one of the best parts of running a marathon, looking back, is the refreshment stations that provided encouragement and snacks and hydration along the route.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Motivate people, don't command them. Any serious disciplinary actions need to be absolutely by-the-book. I find people work harder and are more motivated if they're happy. Create an open door policy. Similarly, this also helps with building respect, creating a sense of team, and having more motivated and happy people.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 17, 2021

Use both rewards and punishments to motivate people and reinforce your standards. It takes attending classes and seminars, reading books and articles, conducting research, watching videos, and speaking with experts in your field. Tips for gaining and using your position power. Be a top performer. Use your network to get things done.

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Leaders are open, curious, and motivated to get a full understanding of the current situation. The plan should include all required changes including the actions needed to increase people’s ability and motivation to do what’s required. Open up and share what you are thinking and feeling. Diagnose the Situation.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2020. Moawad's motivational approach is elegant but refreshingly simple: He replaces hardwired negativity, the kind of defeatist mindset that's nearly everybody's default, with what he calls "neutral thinking." Life is not what you get out of it.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 4, 2021

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. David Grossman of The Grossman Group provided Open-Ended Questions Enhance Employee Communication. Asking open-ended questions is a simple way to do that.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2014

I met with Bill Treasurer to talk about his new book, Leaders Open Doors. I was intrigued as to why he would be giving all the proceeds of his book to help children with special needs. Unless people are as afraid as they are, they think that no one will be motivated enough to address whatever is causing the leader to lose sleep.”

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Leading Blog

JUNE 25, 2021

Do #2: Be open and flexible. We know it’s easy to have fun at work if you put your mind to it, but you also need to be open to what your co-workers feel is fun. president of Nelson Motivation Inc., Take note of these “do’s” as you strive to implement a fun workplace culture: Do #1: Be playful and choose to have fun.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 25, 2017

As a leadership writer, I get asked from time to time to share a list of my favourite leadership books; books that I found to be the most informative either for those new to leadership, or for those looking for new insights on how they can build on their existing leadership skills.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 31, 2021

In my new book, Mission-Critical Leadership: How Smart Managers Lead Well in All Directions , I suggest using a 360-degree approach to obtain this feedback. Without clear direction, the 360 survey can be used as a tool for retaliation or other punitive motivation. 360-Degree Feedback Assessments. That’s the curse, too. The DIY 360.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

This fast-paced, honest and authentic and often humorous book is full of practical and inspiring tips you can implement immediately. Why the key to motivating employees is in taking a personal stake in your people’s success. The importance of open communication and authentic employee feedback.

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Joseph Lalonde

JANUARY 29, 2023

My latest book, Reel Leadership, is now available on Amazon. If you love movies and leadership, you will love this book. Find out what motivates them, what they love to do, and what they excel at. Frank: Reputations have a way of opening and closing doors. He knew reputations had a way of opening and closing doors.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 25, 2017

Click on the image for more information about Mary’s book. Confidence is motivating and inspirational to others. People have no desire or motivation to follow an arrogant leader. From our book, Why Leaders Fail and the 7 Prescriptions for Success , great leaders: 1. Be open-minded and willing to learn something new.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 20, 2022

To help you bring out the best in your team, you need to get close and understand their skills, abilities, and motivations. So, the authors of the book, Your First Leadership Job , recommend you hold getting-to-know-you conversations with each of your direct reports. Ask these six open-ended questions.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 24, 2020

I’ve written about these and other crucial tools for helping leaders improve relationships, gain executive presence and succeed in my new book, The Heart of a Leader: 52 Emotional Intelligence Insights to Advance Your Career. 2) What motivates you? Below are five time-tested approaches for new leaders to get off to a fast start.

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