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Welcome to the November Leadership Development Carnival. We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, motivation, productivity, and more. Communication. Jim Taggart of Changing Winds shared Leadership Mumbo Jumbo: Are You Communicating Clearly to Your Followers? Jim explains: “Don’t engage in leadership mumbo jumbo. Be precise and transparent in your communication with your co-workers, staff and boss. MORE
I smell dead mice everywhere. It all started with a dead mouse in the wall. I thought I smelled a dead mouse in the grocery store. I bought a hot dog for lunch… Continue reading → Optimism pessimism Leadership Development MORE
I’ve been speaking about “busy” and burnout — navigating it, healing it, and avoiding it — for years. In my work, I’ve found there are several components, that when addressed proactively (and reactively as required), can support us in managing ourselves through it and even avoiding it all together. MORE
A mouse fell into a wall cavity in our downstairs and died. My wife bought apple pie air fresheners. There’s nothing like the smell of apple pie with a picante of dead mouse.… MORE
At its best, leadership inspires people to pull together collectively to achieve something great. That kind of inspiration requires a trustworthy leader—one who treats leadership not as a source of personal power but as a channel for serving others. How do you know when a leader is trustworthy? MORE
Skills, circumstances, opportunity, and the people on your team impact the results of your leadership. But mindset – habitual ways of thinking – effects everything about you. MORE
To be a better leader, start with you. When we work with leaders, the first questions we ask usually produce a pause, followed by a thoughtful, “That’s a great question.” If you want to be a better leader, you can use these […]. MORE
Leading Through Change. Change… The one thing that never changes. You can always expect there to be change in your life and leadership. Change is a constant. You’re not going to escape from it though many people try to avoid change. This brings up a valid question about change. MORE
Having a significant connection with individual team members as a business owner or manager can be tricky when you have a large team of staff, most of which you may not even physically see, or perhaps some of which work remotely. However, building trust doesn’t mean you have to spend. MORE
Leading Through Change. We know change is a constant in our lives and leadership. There’s nothing you can do to stop change from coming your way. IT IS COMING. But do you know what change will do to your leadership? How will it impact your leadership? MORE
L EADERSHIP, says John Eades, is “inspiring, empowering, and service in order to elevate others over an extended period of time.” In Building the Best he tells how to do just that. To that end he presents 8 practical principles you can use to elevate others. MORE
Conflict. Put people together doing most anything for most any length of time and conflict will occur. Put people together and ask them what the challenges are at work, and conflict will always come up. People have experience and an opinion about conflict, and they don’t talk about positively. MORE
By now it is likely obvious to you. Where we work and how we work together has changed forever. More and more people are spending more and more of their time working separately from their teammates. The future of work is remote teamwork. MORE
One of the great challenges of teammates who care or team leaders who are struggling to inspire commitment is the question. MORE
In How To Motivate People , Fran Tarkenton , professional quarterback for the NFL and TV personality, offers a focused motivation system — "People don't change their behavior unless it makes a difference to them to do so." The first area I'd like to tackle in my "Are You A Catalyst?" MORE
A few years ago, I wrote an article for Success Magazine, called 7 Ways to Build Your Employees Confidence. Highlights include: Start with a foundation of deep respect Be specific about what they are doing well Give them an opportunity to teach […]. MORE
We know that leaders go first, that's part of the definition of being a leader. But there's a surprising impact that going first can have on those who follow that is more powerful than we may have thought. MORE
In Video #2 of The Encore Video Series, we are further exploring mindset and I’m answering this question: How can I teach or learn mindset? MORE
NEW BOOK GIVEAWAY! 20 copies available! Leave a comment on this guest post by John Eades to become eligible for one of 20 complimentary copies of his book, Building the Best: 8 Proven… Continue reading → Author Book Notes Listening MORE
When you’re the leader, you have to keep things moving. To avoid being the bottleneck that slows your team’s work to a crawl, you need to make decisions on a timely basis. In a fast-paced environment, it can be hard to gather all the information you’d like to have when making important decisions. That can definitely affect your confidence in making the tough calls. The fact is that no one ever has one hundred percent of the information they’d like to have when making important decisions. MORE
If you want to boost employee engagement, consider going back to the basics. Begin by answering this question: What promises should I make to the people I am responsible for leading? . MORE
When our daughter Vanessa was a teenager, we hired her to do some after school general administrative support work at The CLEMMER Group offices. She was happy to earn an hourly wage for a variety of tasks. MORE
Most people living in the modern era are strongly aware that new technologies, like those developed by Apple, Amazon and Google, are helping to reshape the whole of human life. Without these technologies, we’d find it hard to imagine how we’d shop, travel, work and play. But in business, this. MORE
W HAT ARE the defining characteristics of successful leadership? Mark Sanborn identifies them as clarity and intentionality in The Intention Imperative. Clarity, he says, “tells you where you’re headed” and intentionality is “the consistent action you’ll take to get there.”. MORE
Put Others First. Influence through service is more powerful than influence through position.” Skip Prichard. One of the traits of a servant leader is the ability to think, “you, not me.”. Now, obviously, this doesn’t mean that you discount yourself at all costs. MORE
Of all coins, pennies are the most controversial. Did you know that in the U.S. it costs more to make pennies than they are actually worth? It’s no wonder they litter streets and parking lots, find eternal slumber between seat cushions, and fill piggy banks all over America. Pennies are a forgotten treasure. A handful may not seem like much, but add them up and they are worth more than you may realize. Recently, I started thinking about units of time in the same way I regard pennies. MORE
I was recently asked what I consider to be the most misunderstood aspect of great leadership; in other words, what makes great leaders great? What immediately came to mind is not only misunderstood, but it also happens to be the most often overlooked element of leadership, and the one which also affords leaders the greatest opportunity for personal, professional, and enterprise growth. MORE
On average, most leaders are average, even if they think they’re remarkable. But every leader can become truly remarkable in some areas. Remarkable leadership is never an accident. REMARKABLE LEADERS ARE: #1. MORE
One of the biggest questions first-time managers often face is how to delegate work. As the most reliable person on the team, one of the best ways to prepare your staff for future assignments is to delegate tasks effectively. MORE
Resiliency is a life skill, offering those of us who use growth potential strategies (GPS) a way to become wiser, stronger, and better through times of challenge or opportunity. But strategies are not of the ready-fire-aim variety. Responding to events in our lives actually requires patience—a virtue that I, as an extrovert, struggle to find. MORE
“I’ll be back…” are the famous words spoken by Arnold Schwarzenegger in his iconic role as a Terminator in the original movie. And he has been back… Again and again. Terminator: Dark Fate is the sixth movie in the Terminator series. MORE
By Linda Fisher Thornton What is Duality? What is duality? This is a tricky question, because the answer depends on your perspective and why you're asking. Each discipline answers the question from a different angle. This post samples the varying disciplinary perspectives on duality. MORE
Last week, over 500 leaders in organizations all around the world joined me for my webinar titled, Why It Takes More Than Skills to Be a Remarkable Leader. And at the end of the webinar, we had a lot of great questions that we were unable to get to before our time ran out. But…as […]. MORE
It’s a mistake that many well-intentioned leaders make. You want to communicate your care, compassion, and commitment, so you tell your team or company that you’re a family. In this episode, David explains why it’s a mistake to treat your team […]. The post Don’t Treat Your Team Like Family appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. It’s a mistake that many well-intentioned leaders make. MORE
What makes a leader successful? In essence, it’s all about influence. Whatever your leadership style, the nature of your organization, etc., you as leader want to influence your team members to do the things that are good for your organization and the things that are (even) better for the organization, thereby making it an excellent organization. Having influence means the ability to actually change the behavior of your team members. MORE
Guest post from Scott Warrick: Trust. Leaders tell you how critical it is to building a team. But what exactly is “trust” and exactly how do you get it? First, if any leader is going to implement a successful program, they have to define their terms. MORE
Words are powerful and when we use the right words in the right situations, they can have a huge impact in our ability to be effective as leaders. Today, we are diving deep into a word that seems innocent, but might not be when we are aware of how we are using it. Tweet it […]. MORE
T HERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE for character. Better systems, better laws can’t make up for it. Without good character, leaders can go south fast. The problem is that there is very little attention paid to how to develop good character. MORE
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
W HAT ARE the defining characteristics of successful leadership? Mark Sanborn identifies them as clarity and intentionality in The Intention Imperative. Clarity, he says, “tells you where you’re headed” and intentionality is “the consistent action you’ll take to get there.”.
Michael Lee Stallard
NOVEMBER 3, 2019
If you want to boost employee engagement, consider going back to the basics. Begin by answering this question: What promises should I make to the people I am responsible for leading? .
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The Practical Leader
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
When our daughter Vanessa was a teenager, we hired her to do some after school general administrative support work at The CLEMMER Group offices. She was happy to earn an hourly wage for a variety of tasks.
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Leading Through Change. We know change is a constant in our lives and leadership. There’s nothing you can do to stop change from coming your way. IT IS COMING. But do you know what change will do to your leadership? How will it impact your leadership?
Skip Prichard
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Put Others First. Influence through service is more powerful than influence through position.” Skip Prichard. One of the traits of a servant leader is the ability to think, “you, not me.”. Now, obviously, this doesn’t mean that you discount yourself at all costs.
HR Digest
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
One of the biggest questions first-time managers often face is how to delegate work. As the most reliable person on the team, one of the best ways to prepare your staff for future assignments is to delegate tasks effectively.
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
L EADERSHIP, says John Eades, is “inspiring, empowering, and service in order to elevate others over an extended period of time.” In Building the Best he tells how to do just that. To that end he presents 8 practical principles you can use to elevate others.
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Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Welcome to the November Leadership Development Carnival. We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, motivation, productivity, and more. Communication. Jim Taggart of Changing Winds shared Leadership Mumbo Jumbo: Are You Communicating Clearly to Your Followers? Jim explains: “Don’t engage in leadership mumbo jumbo. Be precise and transparent in your communication with your co-workers, staff and boss.
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
To be a better leader, start with you. When we work with leaders, the first questions we ask usually produce a pause, followed by a thoughtful, “That’s a great question.” If you want to be a better leader, you can use these […].
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
T HERE IS NO SUBSTITUTE for character. Better systems, better laws can’t make up for it. Without good character, leaders can go south fast. The problem is that there is very little attention paid to how to develop good character.
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
“I’ll be back…” are the famous words spoken by Arnold Schwarzenegger in his iconic role as a Terminator in the original movie. And he has been back… Again and again. Terminator: Dark Fate is the sixth movie in the Terminator series.
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
What makes a leader successful? In essence, it’s all about influence. Whatever your leadership style, the nature of your organization, etc., you as leader want to influence your team members to do the things that are good for your organization and the things that are (even) better for the organization, thereby making it an excellent organization. Having influence means the ability to actually change the behavior of your team members.
Great Leadership By Dan
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Guest post from Scott Warrick: Trust. Leaders tell you how critical it is to building a team. But what exactly is “trust” and exactly how do you get it? First, if any leader is going to implement a successful program, they have to define their terms.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Words are powerful and when we use the right words in the right situations, they can have a huge impact in our ability to be effective as leaders. Today, we are diving deep into a word that seems innocent, but might not be when we are aware of how we are using it. Tweet it […].
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
Leading Through Change. Change… The one thing that never changes. You can always expect there to be change in your life and leadership. Change is a constant. You’re not going to escape from it though many people try to avoid change. This brings up a valid question about change.
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
Of all coins, pennies are the most controversial. Did you know that in the U.S. it costs more to make pennies than they are actually worth? It’s no wonder they litter streets and parking lots, find eternal slumber between seat cushions, and fill piggy banks all over America. Pennies are a forgotten treasure. A handful may not seem like much, but add them up and they are worth more than you may realize. Recently, I started thinking about units of time in the same way I regard pennies.
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
On average, most leaders are average, even if they think they’re remarkable. But every leader can become truly remarkable in some areas. Remarkable leadership is never an accident. REMARKABLE LEADERS ARE: #1.
Rich Gee Group
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
In How To Motivate People , Fran Tarkenton , professional quarterback for the NFL and TV personality, offers a focused motivation system — "People don't change their behavior unless it makes a difference to them to do so." The first area I'd like to tackle in my "Are You A Catalyst?"
RapidStart Leadership
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
We know that leaders go first, that's part of the definition of being a leader. But there's a surprising impact that going first can have on those who follow that is more powerful than we may have thought.
N2Growth Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
I was recently asked what I consider to be the most misunderstood aspect of great leadership; in other words, what makes great leaders great? What immediately came to mind is not only misunderstood, but it also happens to be the most often overlooked element of leadership, and the one which also affords leaders the greatest opportunity for personal, professional, and enterprise growth.
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Skills, circumstances, opportunity, and the people on your team impact the results of your leadership. But mindset – habitual ways of thinking – effects everything about you.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Last week, over 500 leaders in organizations all around the world joined me for my webinar titled, Why It Takes More Than Skills to Be a Remarkable Leader. And at the end of the webinar, we had a lot of great questions that we were unable to get to before our time ran out. But…as […].
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
Resiliency is a life skill, offering those of us who use growth potential strategies (GPS) a way to become wiser, stronger, and better through times of challenge or opportunity. But strategies are not of the ready-fire-aim variety. Responding to events in our lives actually requires patience—a virtue that I, as an extrovert, struggle to find.
Tanveer Naseer
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
Having a significant connection with individual team members as a business owner or manager can be tricky when you have a large team of staff, most of which you may not even physically see, or perhaps some of which work remotely. However, building trust doesn’t mean you have to spend.
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
A mouse fell into a wall cavity in our downstairs and died. My wife bought apple pie air fresheners. There’s nothing like the smell of apple pie with a picante of dead mouse.…
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
In Video #2 of The Encore Video Series, we are further exploring mindset and I’m answering this question: How can I teach or learn mindset?
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
A few years ago, I wrote an article for Success Magazine, called 7 Ways to Build Your Employees Confidence. Highlights include: Start with a foundation of deep respect Be specific about what they are doing well Give them an opportunity to teach […].
Tanveer Naseer
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Most people living in the modern era are strongly aware that new technologies, like those developed by Apple, Amazon and Google, are helping to reshape the whole of human life. Without these technologies, we’d find it hard to imagine how we’d shop, travel, work and play. But in business, this.
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
I smell dead mice everywhere. It all started with a dead mouse in the wall. I thought I smelled a dead mouse in the grocery store. I bought a hot dog for lunch… Continue reading → Optimism pessimism Leadership Development
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
Conflict. Put people together doing most anything for most any length of time and conflict will occur. Put people together and ask them what the challenges are at work, and conflict will always come up. People have experience and an opinion about conflict, and they don’t talk about positively.
Lead from Within
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
At its best, leadership inspires people to pull together collectively to achieve something great. That kind of inspiration requires a trustworthy leader—one who treats leadership not as a source of personal power but as a channel for serving others. How do you know when a leader is trustworthy?
Great Results Team Building
NOVEMBER 4, 2019
One of the great challenges of teammates who care or team leaders who are struggling to inspire commitment is the question.
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 5, 2019
NEW BOOK GIVEAWAY! 20 copies available! Leave a comment on this guest post by John Eades to become eligible for one of 20 complimentary copies of his book, Building the Best: 8 Proven… Continue reading → Author Book Notes Listening
Next Level Blog
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
When you’re the leader, you have to keep things moving. To avoid being the bottleneck that slows your team’s work to a crawl, you need to make decisions on a timely basis. In a fast-paced environment, it can be hard to gather all the information you’d like to have when making important decisions. That can definitely affect your confidence in making the tough calls. The fact is that no one ever has one hundred percent of the information they’d like to have when making important decisions.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 3, 2019
By now it is likely obvious to you. Where we work and how we work together has changed forever. More and more people are spending more and more of their time working separately from their teammates. The future of work is remote teamwork.
Let's Grow Leaders
NOVEMBER 8, 2019
It’s a mistake that many well-intentioned leaders make. You want to communicate your care, compassion, and commitment, so you tell your team or company that you’re a family. In this episode, David explains why it’s a mistake to treat your team […]. The post Don’t Treat Your Team Like Family appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. It’s a mistake that many well-intentioned leaders make.
Anese Cavanaugh
NOVEMBER 7, 2019
I’ve been speaking about “busy” and burnout — navigating it, healing it, and avoiding it — for years. In my work, I’ve found there are several components, that when addressed proactively (and reactively as required), can support us in managing ourselves through it and even avoiding it all together.
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