Lead Change Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Two months ago, I created my third personal development program called Journey From Within. The purpose of the program is to help people understand their learning patterns, revisit their journey, and help them find ways to better themselves. When I think of this program, Maya Angelou’s quote comes to mind. “You may encounter many defeats, but you must not be defeated.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 3, 2018
G EORGE HERBERT WALKER BUSH, the 41st president of the United States, died on November 30 at age 94. As a leader produced by the greatest generation—a term coined by Tom Brokaw to mean those who lived during the Great Depression and then went on to fight in World War II—Bush lead with moral authority. A grounded and humble man, he understood that character matters in leaders.
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Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Tim Burton movies are easy to pick out from the rest of the movies you may have seen. They are quirky and dark. They tell stories in a way you will remember them. His first big screen movie was Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure. From there, he directed Beetlejuice, Batman, Edward Scissorhands, and Batman Returns. Then he […] The post Quotes And Leadership Lessons From The Nightmare Before Christmas appeared first on Joseph Lalonde.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 3, 2018
I know I’m asking you an important question. I may be asking a hard question. I’m also asking a question you might want me to clarify, like what type of commitment am I referring to? We’ll get to the clarification in a moment, but before you read on, answer the commitment question: How committed am […]. The post How Committed are You? appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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Career Advancement
DECEMBER 3, 2018
“It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently.”. ~Warren Buffett~. Blake was about to submit his resume for several open positions. As he was Googling, he came across some unsettling articles on how bosses look at candidates’ social media. Before he applied, he decided to make sure his online reputation wasn’t working against him.
Lead from Within
DECEMBER 3, 2018
How many times a day do you think a leader is asked, “Got a minute?”. The answer is often—more often than you’d think. When you have work to be done and goals to be met and tasks to finish, it’s easy to view a steady stream of people asking “ Got a minute?” as intrusive and unwelcome. Any interruption can throw you off task and cause you to lose momentum, and after several of them resentment can set in.
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Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 3, 2018
The negative impact of experience is a closed mind. The story of David and Goliath in the Hebrew Bible illustrates the power of embracing new methods when facing unexpected challenges.
Management Excellence
DECEMBER 3, 2018
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Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 3, 2018
If you want a job that comes with all the best benefits, then there are a few ways to ensure that this happens. Take a Closer Look. Job hunters who know the tricks of the trade know how to identify any job benefits that will contribute to their bottom line. The categories include child care, dental insurance, medical care and more. The most important benefit that you should be looking out for is a retirement plan.
Deep Imprints
DECEMBER 3, 2018
When the odds are against you, it is normal to feel isolated and alone. After all, your energy and focus narrow to the point of survival. This week I’ve continued my reading Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead. This book is so full of the type of details that won’t just help you lead better, but they […].
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Eric Jacobson
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Here are some great tips from Michelle Tillis Lederman's book, The 11 Laws of Likability. They are all about: what to do and what not to do to be a leader who's an effective listener : Do : Maintain eye contact Limit your talking Focus on the speaker Ask questions Manage your emotions Listen with your eyes and ears Listen for ideas and opportunities Remain open to the conversation Confirm understanding, paraphrase Give nonverbal messages that you are listening (nod, smile) Ignore distractions Do
The Center For Leadership Studies
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Situational Leadership ® is, has been and will always be a task-specific model. It is the primary benefit associated with its appeal, as well as the primary source of its perceived limitations (“There’s a lot more to leadership than task-specific tactics.” ). For the record, we acknowledge the critique (leadership is a multifaceted artform) but suggest an incremental focus (person you are attempting to influence for a specific task) provides all of us with a tangible starting point we can usuall
Deming Institute
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Guest post by John Hunter , author of Management Matters: Building Enterprise Capability. To succeed over the long term organizations must seek not to satisfy customers but to delight customers. Employees need to understand how customers actually use their product or service. And then they need to use this knowledge to continually improve the value delivered to customers.
Ron Edmondson
DECEMBER 3, 2018
The WHAT Test. Over the years, I have found numerous uses for this simple strategy of thought. The WHAT Test is an acronym of steps to force you to think through how committed everyone involved actually is to a project, relationship or goal. It doesn’t ensure success, but it can help you avoid the disappointment of not having thoroughly thought about the agreed upon direction and level of commitment before you begin.
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Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Andy Roberts/Getty Images. This year, the unemployment rate in the U.S. hit a 49-year low of 3.7%. The demand for companies to retain top talent is intensifying. One report suggests that employee retention is the number one issue on the minds of CEOs today — not just in the U.S., but around the world. And yet, companies often spend very little time onboarding new hires.
Nathan Magnuson
DECEMBER 3, 2018
What happens when you find yourself in the midst of a crisis situation? Do you freeze up? Jump into action? Sit down to create a plan? What if you’re the person in charge? It’s the leader’s job recognize when stakes are high and respond appropriately. We don’t need to look far to see harsh criticisms of leaders with underwhelming responses to crises that occurred on their watch.
Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 3, 2018
Windsor & Wiehahn/Getty Images. Sometimes the perfect job isn’t down the street, but rather thousands of miles — or perhaps even an ocean — away. If you’re offered a job in a different location, how do you know if it’s worth relocating? Who should help you make the decision? And, how do you weigh the potential upsides like money and opportunity against costs like the impact on your family or the loss of your existing network?
Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 3, 2018
CAPTION TEXT HERE/Getty Images. Voices against dual-class shares, which violate the principles of corporate democracy and the precept of “one share one vote,” have increased over time. An influential 50-member Investor Stewardship Group (ISG) , overseeing $22 trillion in assets, demands a total elimination of dual-class stock. Council of Institutional Investors (CII), representing managers of $25 trillion assets, recently demanded limiting any company’s dual-class share structu
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