Lead Change Blog

APRIL 23, 2014

It was a valuable experience for me and my team as we experienced a side of society that few [.] I spent a little over two years of my life in jail … as an employee. One of the aspects of this responsibility years ago was oversight of the food production in our county correctional facility.

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Tim Milburn

JANUARY 13, 2014

Today is the first day of the ten day launch of my newest book, Leadership Is Not About You. But I didn’t write the book for me. I didn’t write this book for me. I share all of this with you because today is the day I launch Leadership Is Not About You beyond the walls of my institution. It costs something.

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Joseph Lalonde

OCTOBER 17, 2014

E ver since I heard about runs like the Warrior Dash or Tough Mudder or The Spartan Race, I’ve longed to run in one. Things that peaked my interest and made me think. That’s why I want to share what the Warrior Dash taught me about leadership in today’s post. And then there’s guys like me.

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Joseph Lalonde

AUGUST 13, 2014

Watch the video below and then keep reading to see what Michael Buble taught me about leadership. To me, this was a touching moment and showed that Buble knew one day he would pass the torch. Towards the end of the video, Buble even talks about Hollyman taking over his career in a couple of years. Image by Eva Rinaldi.

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Mark Sanborn

JUNE 29, 2021

A woman approached me after I’d spoken to a professional organization and presented me with a wrapped gift. And you’ll agree with me that everyone needs one.” ” She wasn’t selling me the bottle as it was a gift. She was selling me on the value of the bottle. She was thoughtful.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

In Beirut, Lebanon during 1973, five-year-old Elisa A. Schmitz first learned situational awareness—a leadership lesson she says is key to being visionary. Today’s guest post is by Elisa Schmitz, author of Become the Fire: Transform Life’s Chaos into Business and Personal Success (CLICK HERE to get your copy).

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Marshall Goldsmith

SEPTEMBER 11, 2018

My great friend, Chris Cuomo, journalist and news anchor on CNN’s Cuomo Prime Time, has some ideas about a concept I use in my coaching. What it means to me is exemplified by some of the greatest leaders I’ve ever met. I’d like you to talk to my viewers about a concept that I use in my coaching. It’s about the job.

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Anese Cavanaugh

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Fresh off a keynote* last week where I talked about the IEP Method®, self-care as a leadership skill, and how our impact is dependent on our ability to lead our Intentions, Energy, and Presence, I received multiple questions from members of the audience. I love it when this happens.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 6, 2016

The post What My Dad Taught Me About Leadership appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning. During the 45 years in between he had a major impact on my life; after all, he was my Dad. He was a farmer, a business owner and heavily involved in his church and community. […].

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Joseph Lalonde

AUGUST 27, 2016

Far from being a sadist, not only is competition fun to watch, it also helps me becomes a better entrepreneur. Here are three very important things that reality competition shows have taught me about being a successful entrepreneur. It’s about doing one thing, and doing it well. The stories are just too good.

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Deep Imprints

OCTOBER 27, 2014

This week I’ve been floored by how much of my Christian life is all about me. I’m certain that I don’t see this reflected in scripture, yet A huge number of my “worship” songs are about what God does for me. My giving has as much to do with the good feeling I get as […].

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 4, 2015

My worst boss asked me to lie. But at the campaign’s closing dinner, with 300 people in attendance, my boss told me to get up in front of everyone and tell them we had raised, not $25,000, but $30,000. ” We both laughed – and knew it would come to fruition. Eventually, Jerry handed me the project of a lifetime.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 2, 2016

So it’s only fitting that today’s episode was not just shot in my barn but I’m also talking about what I […]. The post Remarkable TV: What a Barn Taught Me About Community appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 17, 2013

For the record, I never wanted to be a rock star. But as a college freshman I decided I was going to make an album. I hadn’t quite grown out of my belief that I could do absolutely anything I set my mind to. It was a good sentiment from my growing up years, but [.]. Inspiration Personal Effectiveness perseverance Schottsy success'

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 25, 2013

Posted in Leadership Coaching Light Your World Self Leadership [link] Einstein once said, “Any fool can know, the point is to understand.”

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Kevin Eikenberry

FEBRUARY 6, 2011

To tell a powerful story that will hopefully have the impact on you that it has had on me. The lesson I am about to share isn’t about politics or partisan-ship, or any of those things. ** It is about caring. About being focused on others. Every once in awhile the darn thing just conks out on me.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 31, 2018

The traditional military model of leadership may be what people think of when they hear the the term leader. Generals tell the rank and file what to do. When I say jump. You… Continue reading →

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Six Disciplines

AUGUST 23, 2018

From the new landmark research study recently released from Six Disciplines, and detailed in this 30-page research paper, " 7 Key Findings About What Employees Say Drives Performance and Engagement ", survey results find that the #2 influencer driving employee engagement is "an organization that cares about me".

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 15, 2024

Powerful Phrases to De-escalate When You’re Both Fired Up “Take a breath and let it go, talk to her about it later on. Now, you might wonder how your conversation about getting that data to you on time turned into disrespect or threat, but it happens all the time. Can you walk me through what happened so I can understand?”

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Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 30, 2011

As a matter of fact, just a few days ago my girls pointed out to me how we didn’t get to do some of the activities I had suggested as possible summer activities way back in June before the school year ended. But what about when it’s cloudy or when dark skies are present?

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Leadership Freak

JULY 18, 2016

I’m reflecting on a young man who doesn’t care much for making commitments. I’ll call him Drift. He’s easygoing, generous, kind, carefree, and transparent. I like him. Drift doesn’t demand much from life. He… Continue reading →

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QAspire

OCTOBER 28, 2015

are my source of creative energy that helps me become more effective at work. Each week, I created two sketch notes on ideas that really resonated with me out of so many things that I read/saw daily. I created about 25+ sketch notes in two months and most of these were widely acknowledged via shares, likes, re-tweets and comments.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 2, 2011

We have two outdoor cats at our home named Hobbes and Merlin. They have a house, a food bowl and a litter box in our garage. During the day, we open the garage door and let them run free. At … Continue reading → Lead Change Group - Leaders Growing Leaders.

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Tanveer Naseer

APRIL 28, 2015

It was during one of these creative brainstorming sessions that I got to thinking about the connections that exist between leadership and Jazz. Communicate from the heart as much as from the mind Some people try to get very philosophical and cerebral about what they’re trying to say with Jazz.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Someone asks you a direct question about confidential information. Be upfront about what you can and cannot talk about. Reaffirm your commitment to the other person or people who asked you about it and look for ways to support them or help them with what they need. You can count on me to do that.”

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Tony Mayo

MARCH 2, 2010

Top Executive Coaching with Tony Mayo About Tony Mayo Newsletter Sign-up Sections Client Comments For Executive Coaches For Executives For Fun For Salespeople Quotes and Aphorisms Recommended Books Technology Tips Videos & Podcasts Popular Posts Twitter Log IX About Tony Mayo Truth or Consequences? Add it as a comment.

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Innovation Excellence

JULY 1, 2019

I’ve been living out of a suitcase for the past three weeks. That doesn’t sound too bad if you are on vacation. But in my case, it involved two kids, a dog and not having any idea where we were going to live. I sold our home of 12 years faster than expected and couldn’t.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 6, 2018

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 5, 2024

If you want someone to take initiative, a good place to start is to be clear about what success looks like. Defining what it looks like to take initiative in a specific context requires setting clear expectations about proactive behaviors, the scope of autonomy, and the desired outcomes. That request is just too vague for most people.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

The most valuable part of the book for me was the first chapter on transforming how you use your mind. Think about why other people deserve your gratitude and then sit down with them and let them know in a direct, personal manner. A healthy fear of failure has kept me sharp. How do you get there? Problems are an asset.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

The job was interesting to me, and I immediately wondered “Why they hadn’t asked me to do it?” Challenging me to speak up for myself. The committee chair thought about it and smiled. Another way to think about this is by completing this sentence. I’d love to explore ways to be included in discussions about __.”

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HR Digest

MAY 15, 2019

Honestly, I get my share of hurtful jibes – remarks on my thin wrists, ankles, and overall negative comments about my appearance. None of this was a big deal to me until a coworker commented that “a chubby woman is a happy woman.” “R,” This isn’t the first time R has made offhanded comments about my body. What is your take?

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 3, 2023

Either way, it will be easier to have a no-diaper genie conversation about the impact their approach is having on you and others if they know you really care about them and have their best interest at heart. “I really care about you as a coworker and I want you and our team to be successful. For example _. No thank you.

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Leading with Trust

JUNE 7, 2020

A few days ago I held a conversation with four of my friends, all African-American men, to learn more about their personal experience with racism. It’s through that act of vulnerability that intimacy can develop and trust can flourish. The discussion was rich, educational, humbling, and impactful.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 17, 2013

For the record, I never wanted to be a rock star. But as a college freshman I decided I was going to make an album. I hadn’t quite grown out of my belief that I could do absolutely anything I set my mind to. It was a good sentiment from my growing up years, but [.]. Inspiration Personal Effectiveness perseverance Schottsy success'

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Succession 125

Deep Imprints

OCTOBER 30, 2013

Sometimes I can hear God’s voice to the church. It isn’t hard – God repeats Himself over and over through multiple sources until I finally wake up and realize that God is speaking. This morning, I believe God is speaking very loudly – He is calling us to community in a way we might not […].

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Tim Milburn

JULY 19, 2012

He’s a funny guy (I told a story about him in yesterday’s post ) and becoming a pretty good golfer. Personally, the little white ball is always teaching me how to deal with failure. As one golf pro told me, I’m much too close to my ball after I hit it. Putting is an art form. Short putts never go in.

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