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Predictions abound this time of year, but as leaders we should be thinking about more than what changes are coming. We must prepare for how those changes will impact how we must lead, the climate in which we are leading, and how they will impact those we lead. MORE
Microscopes and telescopes are different instruments used in different scientific disciplines to help understand and explore what is being studied. While you have likely looked through both, you’ve likely not thought about their connection to your success as a leader. Until now. MORE
Today’s episode is the second in a series where I will connect weird or unusual items to leadership. And these items are coming from the challenge that I put out on our social media channels – asking our viewers to submit their suggestions for these items. MORE
“You need to report to jury duty.” ” Have you ever gotten a card with this message on it? I have, and quite recently in fact. And during my time there, I got to thinking about those words: JURY DUTY. MORE
Like many of the questions that we get, the question I am answering in the video below is an “influence” question. How do I get executive buy-in for my leadership initiatives? MORE
The squeaky wheel gets the oil or so it goes. And while it seems like everyone is so negative these days, that’s not really the case. MORE
You know that distractions at work are a productivity problem, and yet they persist. Perhaps the number of distractions you face may be growing. Let’s take a proactive approach to reducing the number of distractions and improving your productivity, starting today. MORE
My series on leadership from unlikely sources continues today and it includes something we likely see every day – a mirror! Here are four reasons why I love this metaphor of mirrors as it relates to leaders. Tweet it out: The self-aware leader is a better leader. MORE
If you have ever tried to walk more than a step or two on something narrow, you know that your balance is the most important factor for your success. Lean too far in either direction and you will fall. MORE
Today I’m sharing a lesson about the dangers of comparisons. MORE
Ask any group about the skills of the best managers and leaders, and they will never include micromanagement on the list. I know, because I’ve asked hundreds of people that question. And yet, everyone knows what micromanagement is and has experienced it and its negative consequences. MORE
How often do you feel tugged in multiple directions during the day, driven by “something urgent?” How often do you succumb to the lure of the shiny object diverting your attention? Perhaps more importantly, how often is your team being diverted and losing focus? MORE
Procrastination. If you were to tell me you’ve never done it, I would question other things you say too. Granted, not everyone procrastinates in the same way or to the same degree. Yet procrastination is something everyone does. MORE
There are nearly as many ways to lead as there are leaders. What we believe and our mindset relating to the role of leading others says much about how we choose to lead. When you bring a coaching mindset to leadership, it will change your approach to many situations. MORE
Music can make you cry, laugh, and dance. The right song can transport you to another place and time instantly. Songs can also inspire and inform us when we take the time to listen to the lyrics. MORE
Today’s episode is the fourth in a series where I connect weird or unusual items to leadership – all of these items are suggestions from our friends on our social media channels. MORE
You’ve likely heard about the DISC assessment before. Maybe you’ve even taken one. Most people take an assessment, and that’s about it. It is a popular, pleasant, and fun training or team building exercise, but too often doesn’t go beyond that. MORE
One of the ways we can tell someone is listening to us is that they are asking questions along the way. The right questions are more than a clue to the speaker, they help the listener ensure they are receiving and understand the intended message. MORE
There are two important concepts in the six-word title of this post. If you agree with both, you are eager to read. If you don’t, perhaps you need what follows even more. First, the best leaders are coaches; and second, I’m implying the role of confidence in coaching (and leadership) success. MORE
When you read the title, you likely thought of some people you consider likeable. Perhaps there is even one name that immediately popped into your mind. What likely didn’t occur to you is considering how you could learn from them in order to become more likeable yourself. MORE
In today’s episode, I’m finding a leadership lesson from a question that my wife asked me recently about one of my favorite things. Her co-worker asked for recommendations on brands of tea to try and since I am a serious tea lover, Lori knew that I would have an answer. MORE
Communicating unpopular decisions is a task that all leaders will tackle at some point in their career. In a recent workshop, I was asked for tips to do this with greater confidence and skill. I wanted to share my answer here so you could benefit also. MORE
I certainly don’t know everything you read, but thanks to our blog statistics, I know the most read leadership blog posts I wrote this year. As I compiled the statistics, I learned something – in some cases you are watching more than you are reading. MORE
It might seem strange for a person who has devoted his life to helping leaders grow and improve to write an article titled “The Insanity of Leadership Development.” My hope is that the title – and the irony – piques your curiosity to read on. MORE
Investment. Usually that word leads us to think about our 401K account, or the capital budget at work. We think about investing money to gain returns over time. And yet, we less frequently equate investing with time – a resource more precious and limited than dollars. MORE
When I started researching and working on this Remarkable TV episode, I discovered that like much of our language, the meaning of the words ‘politically correct’ have changed over time – leading people to have very different opinions on the meaning of the words. MORE
There is much talk about strengths and how we should play to them. The wisdom is learn about your strengths, and once you know them and use them, you will become more effective. This is a fine approach, and while I agree with it in general, there is a problem. A problem that might be […]. MORE
Several years ago, I went through a phase of using fountain pens. So when one of our viewers challenged me to find leadership lessons from a fountain pen, I was more than happy to oblige. In the video below, I have five valuable leadership lessons from this every day object. MORE
If you don’t know where you are going, how will you get there? That is the idea behind many efforts at goal setting. Undoubtedly, we must know where we want to go. MORE
Believe it or not, two viewers issued me the same challenge this week – asking me to compare leadership to SHOES! Check out the video below to see if I can rise to the challenge this week… Tweet it out: Strive to be a leader people love as much as their favorite pair of shoes. […]. MORE
Is that even possible? Emails that could improve our lives? Most people talk about email as the bane of their organizational existence! Plenty of studies talk about how much of our work lives are sucked up by email. MORE
As a leader, you make choices each day – many consciously, and many others subconsciously. When you have a remote team, some of your subconscious leadership choices need to be reexamined, because they are having unintended consequences. MORE
I’ve had a front row seat to observe and work with many effective leaders over the last 30 years. Here is one thing that is certain: the best leaders are learners. But leadership development for the best leaders isn’t as simple as reading the right books and taking the right courses. MORE
When we have confidence, the results and outcomes are amazing. We try more things; we accomplish more things; and we have a bigger impact. In today’s video, I’m giving you actual proof about the power of confidence. Tweet it out: Remember that confidence is a choice. MORE
Change is the currency of leadership. Stated another way, if leading change isn’t part of your skillset, you will never be the leader you could be. Yet far more is written about managing change than leading change. MORE
I love it when one skill or habit creates benefits in multiple ways. If you could build a skill that helped you in strategic thinking, problem solving, and productivity, would you be interested in developing that skill? That skill is maintaining a future focus. MORE
Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 14, 2020
“You need to report to jury duty.” ” Have you ever gotten a card with this message on it? I have, and quite recently in fact. And during my time there, I got to thinking about those words: JURY DUTY.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 23, 2019
Communicating unpopular decisions is a task that all leaders will tackle at some point in their career. In a recent workshop, I was asked for tips to do this with greater confidence and skill. I wanted to share my answer here so you could benefit also.
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Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 6, 2020
Microscopes and telescopes are different instruments used in different scientific disciplines to help understand and explore what is being studied. While you have likely looked through both, you’ve likely not thought about their connection to your success as a leader. Until now.
Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 13, 2020
Is that even possible? Emails that could improve our lives? Most people talk about email as the bane of their organizational existence! Plenty of studies talk about how much of our work lives are sucked up by email.
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Paycor asked more than 500 leaders of medium and small businesses to talk about the present and future of HR. Download the guide and see what they said. Their responses will surprise you!
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 30, 2019
Predictions abound this time of year, but as leaders we should be thinking about more than what changes are coming. We must prepare for how those changes will impact how we must lead, the climate in which we are leading, and how they will impact those we lead.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 14, 2019
You know that distractions at work are a productivity problem, and yet they persist. Perhaps the number of distractions you face may be growing. Let’s take a proactive approach to reducing the number of distractions and improving your productivity, starting today.
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Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 30, 2019
As a leader, you make choices each day – many consciously, and many others subconsciously. When you have a remote team, some of your subconscious leadership choices need to be reexamined, because they are having unintended consequences.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 11, 2019
If you don’t know where you are going, how will you get there? That is the idea behind many efforts at goal setting. Undoubtedly, we must know where we want to go.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 29, 2019
I certainly don’t know everything you read, but thanks to our blog statistics, I know the most read leadership blog posts I wrote this year. As I compiled the statistics, I learned something – in some cases you are watching more than you are reading.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 7, 2019
I love it when one skill or habit creates benefits in multiple ways. If you could build a skill that helped you in strategic thinking, problem solving, and productivity, would you be interested in developing that skill? That skill is maintaining a future focus.
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Do you really want a team of all-stars? Instead of trying to hire all type-A high performers, research shows it’s much more effective to hire a mix of personalities. In this report, Paycor will explain why and how to go about assembling, coaching and developing effective teams at work.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 18, 2019
If you have ever tried to walk more than a step or two on something narrow, you know that your balance is the most important factor for your success. Lean too far in either direction and you will fall.
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Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 5, 2020
There are two important concepts in the six-word title of this post. If you agree with both, you are eager to read. If you don’t, perhaps you need what follows even more. First, the best leaders are coaches; and second, I’m implying the role of confidence in coaching (and leadership) success.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 16, 2019
When you read the title, you likely thought of some people you consider likeable. Perhaps there is even one name that immediately popped into your mind. What likely didn’t occur to you is considering how you could learn from them in order to become more likeable yourself.
Kevin Eikenberry
APRIL 22, 2019
There are nearly as many ways to lead as there are leaders. What we believe and our mindset relating to the role of leading others says much about how we choose to lead. When you bring a coaching mindset to leadership, it will change your approach to many situations.
Kevin Eikenberry
MAY 13, 2019
Procrastination. If you were to tell me you’ve never done it, I would question other things you say too. Granted, not everyone procrastinates in the same way or to the same degree. Yet procrastination is something everyone does.
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One of the least explored and most effective ways to drive recruiting, retention, and overall employee engagement is to establish a learning culture. If this is an area where you need help (or if you could just use a refresher) let Paycor walk you through actionable tips and insights on how you can develop the learning culture that works best for your business.
Kevin Eikenberry
JUNE 3, 2019
It might seem strange for a person who has devoted his life to helping leaders grow and improve to write an article titled “The Insanity of Leadership Development.” My hope is that the title – and the irony – piques your curiosity to read on.
Kevin Eikenberry
JULY 15, 2019
Music can make you cry, laugh, and dance. The right song can transport you to another place and time instantly. Songs can also inspire and inform us when we take the time to listen to the lyrics.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
When we have confidence, the results and outcomes are amazing. We try more things; we accomplish more things; and we have a bigger impact. In today’s video, I’m giving you actual proof about the power of confidence. Tweet it out: Remember that confidence is a choice.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 24, 2019
Today I’m sharing a lesson about the dangers of comparisons.
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On September 24, the Department of Labor (DOL) released much-anticipated changes to overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). Any business that employs workers with salaries under $35,568 will be directly affected by the new regulations and face a decision: provide affected employees with a salary increase or pay them overtime. Download Paycor's latest guide to learn key details about the new rule and how it could impact your business.
Kevin Eikenberry
MAY 27, 2019
Change is the currency of leadership. Stated another way, if leading change isn’t part of your skillset, you will never be the leader you could be. Yet far more is written about managing change than leading change.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 23, 2019
One of the ways we can tell someone is listening to us is that they are asking questions along the way. The right questions are more than a clue to the speaker, they help the listener ensure they are receiving and understand the intended message.
Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 12, 2020
You’ve likely heard about the DISC assessment before. Maybe you’ve even taken one. Most people take an assessment, and that’s about it. It is a popular, pleasant, and fun training or team building exercise, but too often doesn’t go beyond that.
Kevin Eikenberry
JANUARY 7, 2020
When I started researching and working on this Remarkable TV episode, I discovered that like much of our language, the meaning of the words ‘politically correct’ have changed over time – leading people to have very different opinions on the meaning of the words.
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Not all HR & payroll is the same, but it can look pretty similar. If your current platform isn’t meeting your needs, let us walk you through how to differentiate between providers and give you some tips on how to select a platform that works best for your business.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 9, 2019
Ask any group about the skills of the best managers and leaders, and they will never include micromanagement on the list. I know, because I’ve asked hundreds of people that question. And yet, everyone knows what micromanagement is and has experienced it and its negative consequences.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 16, 2019
I’ve had a front row seat to observe and work with many effective leaders over the last 30 years. Here is one thing that is certain: the best leaders are learners. But leadership development for the best leaders isn’t as simple as reading the right books and taking the right courses.
Kevin Eikenberry
MAY 20, 2019
There is much talk about strengths and how we should play to them. The wisdom is learn about your strengths, and once you know them and use them, you will become more effective. This is a fine approach, and while I agree with it in general, there is a problem. A problem that might be […].
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
Believe it or not, two viewers issued me the same challenge this week – asking me to compare leadership to SHOES! Check out the video below to see if I can rise to the challenge this week… Tweet it out: Strive to be a leader people love as much as their favorite pair of shoes. […].
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Companies with the right mix of benefits saw a 138% drop in employee turnover. Learn how you can lower your employee attrition rate and retain top talent.
Kevin Eikenberry
JUNE 11, 2019
Today’s episode is the second in a series where I will connect weird or unusual items to leadership. And these items are coming from the challenge that I put out on our social media channels – asking our viewers to submit their suggestions for these items.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 8, 2019
The squeaky wheel gets the oil or so it goes. And while it seems like everyone is so negative these days, that’s not really the case.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 2, 2019
How often do you feel tugged in multiple directions during the day, driven by “something urgent?” How often do you succumb to the lure of the shiny object diverting your attention? Perhaps more importantly, how often is your team being diverted and losing focus?
Kevin Eikenberry
JUNE 25, 2019
Today’s episode is the fourth in a series where I connect weird or unusual items to leadership – all of these items are suggestions from our friends on our social media channels.
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An attractive benefits program can be a highly effective recruiting and retention tool. But to make benefits a competitive advantage, employers must get creative with their benefits strategy or risk losing out on the best talent. Learn how to build a benefits package that your employees will love.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
My series on leadership from unlikely sources continues today and it includes something we likely see every day – a mirror! Here are four reasons why I love this metaphor of mirrors as it relates to leaders. Tweet it out: The self-aware leader is a better leader.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 14, 2019
Like many of the questions that we get, the question I am answering in the video below is an “influence” question. How do I get executive buy-in for my leadership initiatives?
Kevin Eikenberry
MAY 6, 2019
Investment. Usually that word leads us to think about our 401K account, or the capital budget at work. We think about investing money to gain returns over time. And yet, we less frequently equate investing with time – a resource more precious and limited than dollars.
Kevin Eikenberry
JULY 16, 2019
Several years ago, I went through a phase of using fountain pens. So when one of our viewers challenged me to find leadership lessons from a fountain pen, I was more than happy to oblige. In the video below, I have five valuable leadership lessons from this every day object.
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Learn the 11 proven strategies that you can implement quickly to get every employee innovating and contributing to the growth of your company.
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