Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Did you know that of every 100 employees hired, only 6 or 7 will ever be promoted to their first management position? According to author and […] Did you know that of every 100 employees hired, only 6 or 7 will ever be promoted to their first management position? That’s the good news. Now, here’s the bad news.

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Engaging Leader

MARCH 4, 2020

In recent years, most companies have been trying to advance the representation of women and minorities in leadership positions. In recent years, most companies have been trying to advance the representation of women and minorities in leadership positions. But despite these efforts, women account for only 4.6% of Fortune […].

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Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 15, 2014

All grown up, the highly educated Generation Y is moving into executive positions in corporations and government, as well as running their own businesses, where they are beginning to have a profound impact that will […] We are in the midst of a leadership revolution, as power passes from Baby Boomers and Gen X-ers to Millennials.

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Engaging Leader

MAY 8, 2014

It turns out, our brains are more engaged, creative, productive, and resilient when in a positive state. It turns out, our brains are more engaged, creative, productive, and resilient when in a positive state. What are the top habits for leaders and employees who are happy at work? How can we […].

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 12, 2016

The new book The Power of Fifty Bits: The New Science of Turning Good Intentions into Positive Results by Bob Nease, PhD, is the first practical guide to help business leaders apply the principles of behavioral economics (sometimes called “Becon” for short) to workforce engagement issues.

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 6, 2016

The new book The Power of Fifty Bits: The New Science of Turning Good Intentions into Positive Results is the first practical guide to help business leaders apply the principles of behavioral economics (sometimes called “Becon” for short) to workforce engagement issues, including wellness and benefits.

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 17, 2014

Also important, different employers have different situations and needs -- how do you determine if the strategies you are employing are making a positive difference for your organization? It’s wise to have a certain amount of skepticism about the vague promises we hear from various program vendors.

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Engaging Leader

JUNE 2, 2014

Today’s he is executive director of a nonprofit, and as you can guess, a big part of his position involves spreading the word about his organization’s mission and asking people to donate money. The response was overwhelmingly positive, raising over $4,000 for the Human Rights Initiative of North Texas.

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Engaging Leader

AUGUST 28, 2015

Most people (especially those in positions of leadership) don’t listen. A few weeks ago we talked about 5 listening mistakes leaders make. Here are seven things leaders should practice to become better listeners. When you give full attention to what people have to say, you set yourself apart as an engaging leader. As a […].

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Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

And, these leaders are persuasive in the most positive and benevolent sense of the word. And, these leaders are persuasive in the most positive and benevolent sense of the word. Great influencers — whether CEOs, entrepreneurs, sales professionals, clergy, parents, teachers, etc. Bob Burg, best-known as coauthor of […].

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Engaging Leader

MAY 13, 2015

One very important way to connect positively with people is with what I call powerful empathy. […]. ~Richard Restak, George Washington University neurology professor As leaders, we need to make emotional connections with our target audience if we hope to influence their thoughts and actions.

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Engaging Leader

JUNE 27, 2013

But how do you make sure your business is remarkable — one worth talking about in a positive way? Advertising is the tax you pay for not being remarkable." - Seth Godin But how do you make sure your business is remarkable -- one worth talking about in a positive way? “Advertising is the tax you pay for not being remarkable.”

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Engaging Leader

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

Celebrating positive examples and connect them to the company’s vision. In this episode, we discuss the practical ways that Steve has focused on these two values through: Sharing stories verbally and in writing, one-on-one and broadly. Connecting the company vision to the team’s bigger purpose. Communicating performance feedback.

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Engaging Leader

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

For specific tips on balancing positive relationships equally with achieving results: The Well-Balanced Executive. For specific tips on being present and not highly distractible: The Distracted Executive. For specific tips on finding the right altitude: Sounding Executive. Subscription Links. Your Feedback.

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Engaging Leader

JANUARY 15, 2016

In this episode, Lindsay and Jesse talk about: Why our natural (but mistaken) inclination as leaders is to hope that indirect motivators like pay, incentives, and perks will positively shape culture,

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Engaging Leader

MAY 15, 2015

According to Rath’s latest research, three key conditions differentiate days when you have a full charge: Meaning: doing something today that makes a positive difference, especially if it benefits another person Interactions: creating far more positive than negative moments Energy: making choices that improve your mental and physical health Jesse and (..)

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Engaging Leader

JULY 5, 2013

Google recently moved into the number three position of the most valuable firms in the world. Link to podcast episode: EL 41: Using People Analytics to Improve Productivity & Happiness | with Ben Waber JESSE LAHEY: Welcome Leaders! Google is said to have the only truly data driven HR function.

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Engaging Leader

AUGUST 7, 2012

In studying hundreds of thousands of people from countries around the world, researchers at Burnham Rosen Group discovered that of the 300 positive motives that influence people’s behavior, 80% of all people are driven by some combination of just three motives.

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 1, 2015

Or do you put yourself into positions where you are forced to learn by doing? Or do you put yourself into positions where you are forced to learn by doing? It’s sort of a chicken-or-the-egg question. To take your next step toward great leadership, do you start with introspection and learning to think like a leader?

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Engaging Leader

AUGUST 8, 2013

Have a positive exchange with others in a way that fosters collaboration, and increases mutual respect. Have a positive exchange with others in a way that fosters collaboration, and increases mutual respect. Be aware of their own and others verbal and nonverbal language to create what is essential in any effective conversation.

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 4, 2012

In studying hundreds of thousands of people from countries around the world, researchers at Burnham Rosen Group discovered that of the 300 positive motives that influence people’s behavior, 80% of all people are driven by some combination of just three motives. ©iStockphoto.com/Photomorphic.

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Engaging Leader

JUNE 13, 2013

3 position among the world’s most valuable companies. 3 position among the world’s most valuable companies. Google recently moved into the No. Google has been said to have the world’s only truly data-driven HR function, and they call it “people analytics.” Google recently moved into the No.

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Engaging Leader

SEPTEMBER 14, 2012

If you don’t identify all the stakeholders, you could miss important groups of people who could impact (positively or negatively) whether you achieve your objectives. .” It is a simple exercise that you can complete as an individual or group to identify which audience members have a stake in your communication/leadership issue.

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Engaging Leader

JULY 24, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 13, 2012

As stated in this episode, thank you to the following people who recently provided positive reviews on iTunes: Kim Wiggins from A Time to Shine ; Steve Kloyda from The Prospecting Expert ; John Dumas from Entreprenuer On Fire ; Mark Mason from Late Night Internet Marketing ; and Dave Stochoviak from Coaching for Leaders.

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Engaging Leader

JULY 14, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 5, 2013

It’s a book that teaches how to take patterns that women tend to have and turn them into opportunities as leaders for positive change. Her latest book is GUTSY: How Women Leaders Make Change.

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Engaging Leader

AUGUST 25, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Jesse and Tom also answer a question from our community: Janice asks: How do I exemplify positive choices at work, without being one of those obnoxious zealots?

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Engaging Leader

FEBRUARY 28, 2013

How does speaking put you in the position of “energy leader”? How does speaking put you in the position of “energy leader”? For experienced leaders, why is effective public speaking key for moving your leadership to the next level of impact? How do you know if you are an effective speaker … or if you need improvement?

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Engaging Leader

MAY 2, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including priceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 24, 2013

Research shows that the environment an individual operates in can either positively or negatively affect creative expression. Simply put, it is passion. Social environment is the only component that exists entirely outside the individual.

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 15, 2015

Give positive feedback that reinforces an incremental mindset. Use videos, visuals, and everyday actions to show leaders engaging in a behavior in a visible way. Give the right feedback. Focus the feedback on the process of the change, not simply the outcome. Support habit development. Reorganize the environment to support the new habit.

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 24, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including PriceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

APRIL 13, 2014

Terry has held senior consulting positions with several large consulting firms, including priceWaterhouseCoopers and Towers Watson. Her diverse background in human resources, corporate communications, and marketing provides a blend of creativity and practicality that delivers results.

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Engaging Leader

MARCH 13, 2014

Many people believe their positional […]. Many people believe their positional authority, or the importance of the material, should be enough to hold everyone’s attention. Once you know what you want to communicate, you need to think about how to engage your audience and keep them engaged for the duration of the event.

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Engaging Leader

JANUARY 26, 2016

As long-time listeners of Jesse’s podcasts know, he’s passionate about the power of business and communication to make a positive difference in communities and in individual lives.

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