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How Effective Are You at Using Your Power?

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Power is a good thing when used effectively. The more power you have, the more able you are to direct, influence, and inspire people to make positive changes. There are three types of power. Position Power. You gain power based on your formal position in the organization. Expert Power. Personal Power.

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The Power of Relationships, Openness, and Trust

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The post The Power of Relationships, Openness, and Trust appeared first on Lead Change. During the hour webinar, they discuss: Emerging trends of relationship building, complex group work, diverse workforces, and cultures in which everyone feels psychologically safe. Be sure to stay for the live Q&A session!

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The Power of a Naked Leader

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There was no giant desk or nameplate or other symbols of power. Command presence is not about control; it’s about connection; it’s not about power; it is about poise. The post The Power of a Naked Leader appeared first on Lead Change. There was no riding the elevator up to mahogany row on the top floor.

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Curiosity is the Real Power That Drives Effective Leadership!

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I have long believed in the power of curiosity to drive my effectiveness as a leader. It also enabled a greater sense of clarity, primarily through asking powerful questions. My power of curiosity has also improved my listening. My desire to better understand and to become more enlightened is powerful. What Happened?

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The Power of the Process

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What I got from developing the plan is an understanding that the real power is in the process”. The post The Power of the Process appeared first on Lead Change. . ————— As our strategic planning engagement wound down, the CEO said “I came into this experience needing a plan to move the company forward.

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4 Key Strategies for Becoming a More Powerful and Trusted Leader

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What thoughts or feelings do you have when you think of power? Perhaps you picture an organizational chart where the boxes at the top are imbued with more power than those below. Or perhaps the word power conjures up feelings of nervousness, anxiety, or fear, based on negative experiences you’ve had in the past.

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3 Ways to Make Power a Good Thing

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I like to ask workshop participants where they got their power. Most people, however, say they don’t have any power, nor do they want any. Too often, we see those in high ranking positions use their power to control or for personal gain. Making all these “mores” and “lesses” a reality requires using power.

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