Legacy in the Making is the fascinating new book where authors Mark Miller and Lucas Conley provide readers a toolkit for how to be a modern day legacy builder for your company/brand. MORE
I have always known reading was good and audiobooks are great. I have also known TV can often cut into reading time. It can be so much of a temptation that I do not even own a TV. A recent article in Entrepreneur magazine underscored how important reading is. MORE
"There's a huge difference between networks and networking," says author James Millar. Networking is often desperate and transactional; whereas networks are groups of peer we trust.". While few enjoy "networking," many crave authentic conversations with peers, clients, and key stakeholders. The pace of change is accelerating, and executives need peer groups more than ever to understand what others are thinking and doing. Time, trust, and low expectations too often get in the way. . MORE
When I first saw the trailer for Skyscraper with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, I was hooked. The trailer for Skyscraper looked like a cross between my favorite Christmas movie Die Hard and Liam Neeson’s Taken. With those two movies combined, it had to be good. MORE
I recommend books often. Most of the time, those recommendations are for current books, and sometimes books that are current bestsellers. That is not what I am doing today. Rather, today I am recommending going back to the classics. MORE
You’re passionate about your work and you’re nailing your role. You’re working hard and your results are on fire. And then in the middle of an otherwise raving performance review, your boss brings up the conflict you continue to have with another […]. MORE
Everything you hang on to eventually holds you back. But one day you will eventually let go of everything. Apart from delegation, you’re overworked and frantic. Delegation is the skill that makes remarkable… Continue reading → Delegation MORE
In my new role with Leadership Network, encouraging pastors is one of the best parts of my job. In 16 years of pastoring I learned the job can be an emotional roller coaster at times. You have a great Sunday and then the critics seem to come out on Monday morning. Or Sunday walking out of church. MORE
This is the 3rd and final part of my journey (in three parts in 3 weeks) to what I consider to be the heart of great More Human leadership – the success trifecta: A successful company, A happy team, And a fulfilled YOU. MORE
The trailer for "Ordeal by Innocence." Saveur: Decoding the Sloppy Joe. Judi Dench: My Passion for Trees. Caitlin Flanagan on the Left's fear of Jordan Peterson. The trailer for "Furious." The Washington Post: A Chinese threat to aircraft carriers. The trailer for "Diggstown MORE
Guest Post from Glenna Crooks, PhD: If you are a leader today you face a faster pace of change and far greater complexity than at any time in human history. As if the technical challenges, required skillsets and necessary mindsets were not enough to master, there’s more. MORE
“The distance doesn’t matter; it is only the first step that is difficult.” ” Marie de Vichy-Chamrond, Marquise du Deffand (1697 – 1780). French hostess and patron of the arts. You just finished reading Leadership Inspirations - The First Step ! MORE
Photo credit: 123rf. We went to see the new movie Christopher Robin last weekend. We grew up with Winnie the Pooh books and we carried on that tradition with our own children so have a soft spot for the stories and characters. MORE
“Higher performance comes from doing many things well—but some of those things are not in your power to change,” says author Marc Effron. Therefore, he recommends in his new book, 8 Steps to High Performance , that you focus on what you can change and ignore the rest. MORE
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If you don’t like the people around you, you hate showing up at work. Jamie Naughton, Chief of Staff for Zappos, told me she used to think, “Happiness at work was more in… Continue reading → Encouragement Personal Growth Success Culture Leadership Development organizational success MORE
What is it about leading experienced people that makes it so challenging? They know more than we do. They have been there longer. They already have their ways of doing things. Then we walk in and we’re expected to tell them what to do, and when to do it. MORE
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165 We all want to experience positive growth in life both as leaders and as individuals. It has always been the greatest desire of every human. Though some attain greatness while others don’t. Stay with me. MORE
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The following excerpt was taken from SPLASH! A Leader's Guide to Effective Public Speaking. Introduction written by Chris Brady] Beginning public speakers usually think there are three main types of. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]. MORE
Drucker said, “A man (person) should never be appointed to a managerial position if his vision focuses on people’s weaknesses rather than on their strengths.” “… the defining characteristic of the very best… Continue reading → Leading MORE
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Guest post from Bethany Andell: “To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.” – Mahatma Gandhi Recently a CEO friend of mine said that the three key ingredients to building a great culture are: 1) belief in the mission, 2) clarity of the vision and 3) having fun while living the values. There is a growing movement in the business world that proves all of these points to be true. MORE
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130 I’ll be honest. I didn’t even know bulldozer parents were a thing until Friday night. When did helicopter parents become bulldozer parents? Are they really bulldozing at work? I had to Google the whole “bulldozer parents” thing after having dinner with some HR execs […]. MORE
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Leadership starts with you. If you want to build a strong team, the place to start is with a look in the mirror. Your vision for your team arises from your own character, motives and beliefs. How you regard yourself determines the grandeur and scope of your vision. MORE
In my talks with pastors and ministry leaders, I have heard some repeated themes. One common theme is they have a story of a failed leadership experience. It may have happened in their first church. There was one church experience, perhaps with a program or a person,which turned from bad to worst. MORE
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If you have taken one assessment of yourself, you’ve taken a dozen. Some might have been quick to take and free, while others have been far more involved, cost you or your organization quite a bit, and been far more accurate. MORE
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In my company, I allow my employees to choose their own job title. I of course, did the same. And I know that I did a pretty decent job when I picked mine because when I tell people what it is, I almost always get comments on it. But this video isn’t about my title, […]. MORE
Ron Edmondson
AUGUST 9, 2018
In 16 years as a pastor, I learned two things well. First, Sunday mornings are a stressful time for pastors. Second, most people who attend church love their church – and love their pastor.
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 8, 2018
Life could be so much easier… If only people came with warning labels. You may be thinking “Yes! That’d be awesome. I could easily see the toxic people in my life.” ” or “I could recognize the people who will cause me trouble.”
Great Leadership By Dan
AUGUST 7, 2018
Guest Post from Glenna Crooks, PhD: If you are a leader today you face a faster pace of change and far greater complexity than at any time in human history. As if the technical challenges, required skillsets and necessary mindsets were not enough to master, there’s more.
RapidStart Leadership
AUGUST 7, 2018
What is it about leading experienced people that makes it so challenging? They know more than we do. They have been there longer. They already have their ways of doing things. Then we walk in and we’re expected to tell them what to do, and when to do it.
Aspire-CS
AUGUST 7, 2018
Photo credit: 123rf. We went to see the new movie Christopher Robin last weekend. We grew up with Winnie the Pooh books and we carried on that tradition with our own children so have a soft spot for the stories and characters.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 7, 2018
You’re passionate about your work and you’re nailing your role. You’re working hard and your results are on fire. And then in the middle of an otherwise raving performance review, your boss brings up the conflict you continue to have with another […].
Ron Edmondson
AUGUST 7, 2018
In my talks with pastors and ministry leaders, I have heard some repeated themes. One common theme is they have a story of a failed leadership experience. It may have happened in their first church. There was one church experience, perhaps with a program or a person,which turned from bad to worst.
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 7, 2018
In my company, I allow my employees to choose their own job title. I of course, did the same. And I know that I did a pretty decent job when I picked mine because when I tell people what it is, I almost always get comments on it. But this video isn’t about my title, […].
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
AUGUST 7, 2018
Leadership starts with you. If you want to build a strong team, the place to start is with a look in the mirror. Your vision for your team arises from your own character, motives and beliefs. How you regard yourself determines the grandeur and scope of your vision.
Ron Edmondson
AUGUST 6, 2018
In my new role with Leadership Network, encouraging pastors is one of the best parts of my job. In 16 years of pastoring I learned the job can be an emotional roller coaster at times. You have a great Sunday and then the critics seem to come out on Monday morning. Or Sunday walking out of church.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 9, 2018
I’ll be honest. I didn’t even know bulldozer parents were a thing until Friday night. When did helicopter parents become bulldozer parents? Are they really bulldozing at work? I had to Google the whole “bulldozer parents” thing after having dinner with some HR execs […].
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 10, 2018
We all want to experience positive growth in life both as leaders and as individuals. It has always been the greatest desire of every human. Though some attain greatness while others don’t. Stay with me.
Chris Brady
AUGUST 8, 2018
The following excerpt was taken from SPLASH! A Leader's Guide to Effective Public Speaking. Introduction written by Chris Brady] Beginning public speakers usually think there are three main types of. [[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]].
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 5, 2018
Everything you hang on to eventually holds you back. But one day you will eventually let go of everything. Apart from delegation, you’re overworked and frantic. Delegation is the skill that makes remarkable… Continue reading → Delegation
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 6, 2018
If you have taken one assessment of yourself, you’ve taken a dozen. Some might have been quick to take and free, while others have been far more involved, cost you or your organization quite a bit, and been far more accurate.
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 6, 2018
When I first saw the trailer for Skyscraper with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, I was hooked. The trailer for Skyscraper looked like a cross between my favorite Christmas movie Die Hard and Liam Neeson’s Taken. With those two movies combined, it had to be good.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 6, 2018
A lot of business owners underestimate the importance of their curb appeal. This is what people see when they first approach your company. You know what they say – first impressions count!
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 9, 2018
Drucker said, “A man (person) should never be appointed to a managerial position if his vision focuses on people’s weaknesses rather than on their strengths.” “… the defining characteristic of the very best… Continue reading → Leading
Women on Business
AUGUST 8, 2018
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Terry Starbucker
AUGUST 5, 2018
This is the 3rd and final part of my journey (in three parts in 3 weeks) to what I consider to be the heart of great More Human leadership – the success trifecta: A successful company, A happy team, And a fulfilled YOU.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 4, 2018
“The distance doesn’t matter; it is only the first step that is difficult.” ” Marie de Vichy-Chamrond, Marquise du Deffand (1697 – 1780). French hostess and patron of the arts. You just finished reading Leadership Inspirations - The First Step !
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 10, 2018
The ethical development and use of power is essential to leadership success. But anytime you rely on title or position, you’ve lost influence and resorted to intimidation. Coercive power offends talent. Think… Continue reading → Humility Power Leadership Development
Great Leadership By Dan
AUGUST 9, 2018
Guest post from Bethany Andell: “To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.” – Mahatma Gandhi Recently a CEO friend of mine said that the three key ingredients to building a great culture are: 1) belief in the mission, 2) clarity of the vision and 3) having fun while living the values. There is a growing movement in the business world that proves all of these points to be true.
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 10, 2018
Legacy in the Making is the fascinating new book where authors Mark Miller and Lucas Conley provide readers a toolkit for how to be a modern day legacy builder for your company/brand.
Execupundit
AUGUST 10, 2018
[Photo by Quino Al at Unsplash] The Atlantic: How robocalls and telemarketers killed the telephone
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 10, 2018
Smart people make dumb decisions. Chances are you think you’re above average in intelligence. Most of us do. Even though it’s impossible for MOST OF US to be above average at anything. Two… Continue reading → Decisions Leadership Development
CEO Blog
AUGUST 8, 2018
I have always known reading was good and audiobooks are great. I have also known TV can often cut into reading time. It can be so much of a temptation that I do not even own a TV. A recent article in Entrepreneur magazine underscored how important reading is.
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 9, 2018
“Higher performance comes from doing many things well—but some of those things are not in your power to change,” says author Marc Effron. Therefore, he recommends in his new book, 8 Steps to High Performance , that you focus on what you can change and ignore the rest.
Execupundit
AUGUST 10, 2018
[Photo by rawpixel at Unsplash] When you meet a team and everyone on the team is highly accomplished and competent, do not make the mistake of assuming that the team is competent
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 7, 2018
“Americans have never been the happiest bunch, Gerzema says. In the nine-year history of the happiness poll, the highest happiness index was 35% in 2008 and 2009. Close to 40% of Americans said… Continue reading → Influence Success Taking others higher Teams Leadership Development organizational success
Nathan Magnuson
AUGUST 6, 2018
Are you a “to-do” list person? For each leader reaching for higher levels of productivity and accomplishment, a “start doing” list can be a friendly companion or a demanding task master – sometimes both at the same time. But what about a “stop doing” list?
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 8, 2018
I met Debbie Laskey in 2009, when we worked together virtually for MicroMentor, Debbie in California, and me in Kansas. Here’s Debbie’s brief bio.
Execupundit
AUGUST 10, 2018
The trailer for "Ordeal by Innocence." Saveur: Decoding the Sloppy Joe. Judi Dench: My Passion for Trees. Caitlin Flanagan on the Left's fear of Jordan Peterson. The trailer for "Furious." The Washington Post: A Chinese threat to aircraft carriers. The trailer for "Diggstown
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 7, 2018
If you don’t like the people around you, you hate showing up at work. Jamie Naughton, Chief of Staff for Zappos, told me she used to think, “Happiness at work was more in… Continue reading → Encouragement Personal Growth Success Culture Leadership Development organizational success
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 5, 2018
I recommend books often. Most of the time, those recommendations are for current books, and sometimes books that are current bestsellers. That is not what I am doing today. Rather, today I am recommending going back to the classics.
Coaching Tip
AUGUST 6, 2018
"There's a huge difference between networks and networking," says author James Millar. Networking is often desperate and transactional; whereas networks are groups of peer we trust.". While few enjoy "networking," many crave authentic conversations with peers, clients, and key stakeholders. The pace of change is accelerating, and executives need peer groups more than ever to understand what others are thinking and doing. Time, trust, and low expectations too often get in the way. .
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