T ENSIONS are objectives that seem to be in conflict. They are values that seem to be in opposition. We often treat them as either/or choices when they should be treated as both/and dynamics. Each value or characteristic supports and even makes possible the competing value. MORE
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124 In early 2013, I interviewed Dr. Liz Alexander on the all important topic of thought leadership (based on her book ). MORE
J im Collins in his book Good to Great shares that we need to get the right people in the right seats on the right bus. As leaders, we know this is crucial. MORE
This post is written to my wife. It could be to anyone married to a pastor. It’s hard work. In fact, I’ve said this before, but it may be the most difficult job in the church at times. But, this one is to my wife. You’re welcome to read along.). MORE
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Organizations that don’t learn constantly, adapt continuously and execute relentlessly are more likely to be disrupted by constant change and competition. MORE
The saying goes, absence makes the heart grow fonder. While that may be true in some cases, another old saying is also true: Out of sight, out of mind. Both hold shades of truth for any of us wanting to communicate more effectively with people when we are separated by space. MORE
When you hear or think about the word December, many things likely come to mind; but one word that likely doesn’t is. productive. Today I want to challenge that thought, and even give you some very specific ways to use the last month of the year to be as productive, or perhaps […]. MORE
Who is Coaching Your Team? This is a question that every leader of a midsize company should be asking. How are you optimizing performance and ensuring focus? This is even more crucial for your customer facing teams, such as sales, customer service and marketing. MORE
If you are leading a team in any industry, you are likely constantly in search of actionable ideas that will help you to strengthen your culture and inspire better teamwork among your staff. I would like to share an idea from nearly 2,000 years ago that has surprising relevance today. MORE
“Terry my boy, what do you think?”. There it was, finally, the question I was waiting for from my brilliant but mercurial multi-multi-millionaire boss. I had been pondering the answer for several weeks. MORE
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Guest post from Darrin Murriner: Most people would agree that good leaders are brave leaders. But our definition of brave may vary widely. For some bravery could mean facing a tough personnel decision or making investment decisions to enter a new market. MORE
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Mastering Leadership, by Bob Anderson and Bill Adams, will be released on November 30, 2015. We are pleased to share an excerpt with you today! When we step into positions of leadership, we make a set of promises in the form of expectations. MORE
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Guest post from Chris Hutchinson : If you’ve gotten past the title without choking on your warm office beverage of choice, you’re probably thinking something like: 1. Are you kidding? You’ve clearly never met [colleague/boss/archenemy]! Don’t think so. MORE
“Wherever you are, be all there!” Jim Elliot’s advice offers a difficult challenge. You’re here but your mind is somewhere else” is a common refrain. MORE
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I remember the first time I got it at age 22, a mere 4 months after I graduated from college, as a staff accountant at a public accounting firm. It was given to me reluctantly, out of sheer necessity, and it terrified me. But on the other hand, it was what I wanted. MORE
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Your employees are your lifeblood, and as a leader, one of your most important tasks is making sure they stay happy and productive. There are thousands of techniques you can use to boost employee satisfaction and output, but one of the more overlooked options is creating informed employees. MORE
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Do you remember Bob Nelson’s series of books “ 1001 Ways “? The titles ran the gamut of 1001 Ways to Take Initiative at Work to 1001 Ways to Energize Employees and 1001 Ways to Energize Employees. MORE
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A few years ago, my local gym posted a photo of a handwritten sign that had been posted outside the hospital room of a Navy Seal who had been severely wounded in battle. The wounds I received,” wrote Lt. MORE
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I talk to pastors frequently who find themselves in a difficult situation. Many times they know the right thing to do, but they can’t bring themselves to do it. MORE
Linked 2 Leadership
NOVEMBER 12, 2015
Your employees are your lifeblood, and as a leader, one of your most important tasks is making sure they stay happy and productive. There are thousands of techniques you can use to boost employee satisfaction and output, but one of the more overlooked options is creating informed employees.
QAspire
NOVEMBER 17, 2015
Organizations that don’t learn constantly, adapt continuously and execute relentlessly are more likely to be disrupted by constant change and competition.
Women on Business
NOVEMBER 2, 2015
We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: [link] If you haven't already done so, update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us. link]. Women On Business Sponsors team collaboration team communication
Great Leadership By Dan
NOVEMBER 5, 2015
Guest post from Darrin Murriner: Most people would agree that good leaders are brave leaders. But our definition of brave may vary widely. For some bravery could mean facing a tough personnel decision or making investment decisions to enter a new market.
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 6, 2015
The number one frustration I hear from team leaders is that their feedback falls on deaf ears. The employee seems to get it- for a minute, and then they go right back to their old habits.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 2, 2015
The saying goes, absence makes the heart grow fonder. While that may be true in some cases, another old saying is also true: Out of sight, out of mind. Both hold shades of truth for any of us wanting to communicate more effectively with people when we are separated by space.
Great Leadership By Dan
NOVEMBER 12, 2015
Guest post from Chris Hutchinson : If you’ve gotten past the title without choking on your warm office beverage of choice, you’re probably thinking something like: 1. Are you kidding? You’ve clearly never met [colleague/boss/archenemy]! Don’t think so.
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 13, 2015
J im Collins in his book Good to Great shares that we need to get the right people in the right seats on the right bus. As leaders, we know this is crucial.
Terry Starbucker
NOVEMBER 29, 2015
“Terry my boy, what do you think?”. There it was, finally, the question I was waiting for from my brilliant but mercurial multi-multi-millionaire boss. I had been pondering the answer for several weeks.
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 11, 2015
T ENSIONS are objectives that seem to be in conflict. They are values that seem to be in opposition. We often treat them as either/or choices when they should be treated as both/and dynamics. Each value or characteristic supports and even makes possible the competing value.
QAspire
NOVEMBER 30, 2015
In early years of my career, I avoided conflicts just like any other obedient contributor would, not knowing that they were inevitable in the process of doing meaningful work. Most of us learn how to deal with conflicts through our instinctive reactions when we are in middle of one.
Women on Business
NOVEMBER 17, 2015
We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: [link] If you haven't already done so, update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us. link]. Female Entrepreneurs Women Business Owners Entrepreneur women entrepreneurs
C-Level Strategies
NOVEMBER 3, 2015
Business and marketing leaders need only hear the words, “Your customers will pay more for this,” for their interest to be piqued and attention to be grabbed.
Ron Edmondson
NOVEMBER 24, 2015
I talk to pastors frequently who find themselves in a difficult situation. Many times they know the right thing to do, but they can’t bring themselves to do it.
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
Welcome back to the Let’s Grow Leaders Frontline Festival. Our November Festival is all about gratitude. Thanks to Joy and Tom Guthrie of Vizwerx Group for the great pic and to all our contributors!
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2015
“Wherever you are, be all there!” Jim Elliot’s advice offers a difficult challenge. You’re here but your mind is somewhere else” is a common refrain.
Engaging Leader
NOVEMBER 1, 2015
A few years ago, my local gym posted a photo of a handwritten sign that had been posted outside the hospital room of a Navy Seal who had been severely wounded in battle. The wounds I received,” wrote Lt.
Women on Business
NOVEMBER 21, 2015
We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: [link] If you haven't already done so, update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us. link]. Reader Submission business success entrepreneurs
Linked 2 Leadership
NOVEMBER 19, 2015
Getting a new member on your staff can be extremely exciting. This new staff member can bring needed energy and enthusiasm to your team. When you get a new staff member or employee, it is extremely important for you and the staff member to establish a growth plan within the company.
Ron Edmondson
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
I know people who shy away from terms such as leadership when talking about church. One comment I hear is they don’t want us to become too business-like. They believe Christ is the leader of the church and we are simply servants under His command.
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
Do you remember Bob Nelson’s series of books “ 1001 Ways “? The titles ran the gamut of 1001 Ways to Take Initiative at Work to 1001 Ways to Energize Employees and 1001 Ways to Energize Employees.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 30, 2015
When you hear or think about the word December, many things likely come to mind; but one word that likely doesn’t is. productive. Today I want to challenge that thought, and even give you some very specific ways to use the last month of the year to be as productive, or perhaps […].
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 30, 2015
You need to move results- quickly. It’s tempting to try everything you can to make things better. But the all too common “throw everything at the problem and see what helps” approach may make things worse in the long run.
Women on Business
NOVEMBER 27, 2015
We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: [link] If you haven't already done so, update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us. link]. Women On Business Sponsors sleep
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 2, 2015
M y wife used to work in a high-end restaurant in Pentwater, Michigan. She loved working in the kitchen and creating culinary magic. While watching another movie, her eyes lit up with joy when she saw the previews for Burnt, the new Bradley Cooper movie.
Ron Edmondson
NOVEMBER 1, 2015
This post is written to my wife. It could be to anyone married to a pastor. It’s hard work. In fact, I’ve said this before, but it may be the most difficult job in the church at times. But, this one is to my wife. You’re welcome to read along.).
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 25, 2015
If you are leading a team in any industry, you are likely constantly in search of actionable ideas that will help you to strengthen your culture and inspire better teamwork among your staff. I would like to share an idea from nearly 2,000 years ago that has surprising relevance today.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 16, 2015
Charlie Brown. He is one of the best-known fictional characters of the last 75 years (though he first appeared in a different strip earlier, the first Peanuts Strip was published October 2, 1950).
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 13, 2015
Are you afraid to talk about leadership development at work? Would you like to invest more in developing your people, but worry that your boss will pooh pooh the idea? You’re not alone. This week, I had the honor of co-hosting the Online Servant Leadership Summit with Becky Robinson.
Women on Business
NOVEMBER 15, 2015
We've Moved! Update your Reader Now. This feed has moved to: [link] If you haven't already done so, update your reader now with this changed subscription address to get your latest updates from us. link]. Reader Submission business owner freelancers services business small business
QAspire
NOVEMBER 2, 2015
In early 2013, I interviewed Dr. Liz Alexander on the all important topic of thought leadership (based on her book ).
Ron Edmondson
NOVEMBER 18, 2015
In my world the word team is used almost on a daily basis. Most of us want to be in a team environment. However, in my experience working with churches - and it was true when I was in business also - more people claim to have it than actually do.
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 3, 2015
Mastering Leadership, by Bob Anderson and Bill Adams, will be released on November 30, 2015. We are pleased to share an excerpt with you today! When we step into positions of leadership, we make a set of promises in the form of expectations.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 23, 2015
Music can move us, make us smile, bring back memories - both good and bad - and many other things. Today, I plan to show you how music can help make you a better leader. Everyone has a connection to at least some music; everyone has favorite songs, genres and more.
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