The less energy you have the more negative you become. Low energy leaders: Feel unappreciated. Energized leaders are better. Want to quit. Blow up. Can’t create or try new things. Believe the world… Continue reading → Leading MORE
The impact of your leadership is measured by the effect you have on others. Manage the splash: You always impact those around you. Even if people turn from you, you have impact. Some leaders tend to lift people toward bright. Some leaders tend to drag people toward dark. Patterns produce splash – your impact on those around … … Continue reading → Personal Growth Growth Leadership Development MORE
In 2007, the company experimented with training 15 director-level Googlers on healthy energy management. The post 28 Ways Leaders Re-charge Their Batteries: How to Increase Energy, Improve Mood, and Manage Stress appeared first on Engaging Leader. Blog Human energy Self-leadership MORE
I felt my energy drain as I drove toward the call center. The center’s results were stagnant– it was time to dig deeper. Joe’s energy ignited [.] The post 5 Ways to Unblock Leadership Energy appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. MORE
L eading is tough enough as it is without a lack of energy. You’ve got to have energy to lead well. But how do you make sure you have enough energy to get through the day? The odd truth is, move more to have more energy. Self-Improvement energy exercise power rest MORE
Next week I’ll be speaking in New Orleans at the American Wind Energy Association ‘s annual meeting. And since “ Generate Energy ” is an Extreme Leadership practice, I think I’ll be in good company. Wind energy has a clear path to generate 20% U.S. MORE
” If you’re full of energy, but your team looks like they need a good shot of red bull to get going, ask yourself these questions. 37 Questions to Ask Yourself if Your Team Lacks Energy. I was giving a keynote on Saturday to large group of administrative professionals. MORE
Our normally high vibration, present, positive energy meetings, turned into dysfunctional sludge; the sludge had nothing to do with what I said or did – it was my energy and what I brought into that Google Hangout. Energy Leadership Inc.com Column leadership MORE
” I would add more energy to any situation than I took away. The post Are You an Energy Leader, or an Energy Drainer? Blog Human energy MORE
For me, energy is a big factor in both whom I want to follow, and who I want on my team. Leaders with strong, positive, engaging energy inspire others towards [.]. Really Listen energy Energy Audit leader leadership teamAs I have been doing more writing, I have been paying a lot of attention to which leaders I find most inspiring–and why. MORE
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Success requires energy. No energy – no success. Passion is focused energy. The most important thing you manage is your own energy. 7 energy drains: Self-importance. No passion – no leadership. The false… Continue reading → Managing Marks of leaders Success Taking others higher MORE
Let’s do this instead… “Busy” has an energy about it. Of course, you can insert any energy that doesn’t serve you here: “It’s hard” or “It won’t work” are two of my favorites for sabotage, letting ourselves off the hook, and/or retreating when we’re scared. Now take that energy to your colleague. The mental energy she’d spent, holding busy to avoid disappointed, was hers again. Got a minute? MORE
Self Leadership energy impact personal energy Purpose Urgency Posted in Self Leadership Think about what you did over the last couple of hours. If you ranked all of the most important things you have to do, did you spend your time on activities that advance the top items from your list? MORE
Many of us find our energy dissipates at this time of year when the days are short and the nights are long. Instead of trying to muscle your way through it, here’s how to maximize the energy you do have. Even when your energy is lower than usual, there will be periods in the day when it is higher than others. How to Maximize Your Higher Energy Times Protect the time of day when you have the most energy. MORE
Any incompetent fool can run around barking orders like a chihuahua with the self image of a doberman. Yes, giving direction is part of leadership. But the soft stuff, like igniting, monitoring, and… Continue reading → Health Marks of leaders Motivation Success Taking others higher Leadership Development organizational success MORE
We perform our best when we are in the energy and flow of the moment. No matter what you are doing, it will always be better when you are tapping into your natural energy and flow. Whether listening or playing, solo or in a group, music can have a massive impact on our energy levels. MORE
Disrespect feels like a pat on the head, followed by a closing door. Disrespect encourages your inner accuser to whisper, “You don’t matter.” Disrespect increase sick days, slow downs, and paybacks. Nearly 80% of… Continue reading → Taking others higher Motivation Encouragement Leadership Development Leadership organizational success MORE
Spiders, snakes, and bears are scary. I had a dream about a bear on railroad tracks when I was a kid. I don’t know if I’m afraid of bears because of the dream… Continue reading → Fear Motivation Leadership Development MORE
Leaders correct too much and affirm too little. Hold monthly affirmation sessions. Here’s how. Invite one key player to an affirmation sessions for the sole purpose of encouragement. Be prepared. You do this so little it may freak them out. First, clarify mission, vision, and values. Second, honor their admirable qualities, outstanding service, consistency of character, [.]. MORE
Like it or not, as a leader you have a significant impact on the energy around you at work. Your ideal, therefore, is to display positive energy in everything you do. So what will it take for you to generate energy throughout your company? Boredom is anathema to energy. MORE
The neglected skill of leadership is managing energy. 4 powers of energy: Energy predicts the future.… Blood sucking people, like parasites, suck the life out of you. Successful leaders energize. Lousy leaders drain. … Continue reading → Passion Power Taking others higher Leadership Leadership Development leadership success Management organizational success MORE
And then the RESULTS started coming in: The team had more focus, less stress and more energy. If you are in the midst of an energy sapping challenge and struggling you are not alone. If you are in the midst of an energy-depleting season, don’t let your struggle overwhelm you. MORE
When we don’t trust, we exert a lot of energy to keep up our guard, to continually assess and verify. This uses a lot of energy and time. When we trust, we re-allocate that energy and time to getting things done and making an impact. Note: Carl & I met at BIF9. MORE
If Halloween was the only day energy vampires came around too. Energy vampires are deadly to an organization; especially when they are in leadership positions. What I find remarkable are how many energy vampires we have in the workforce. If so, you may be an energy vampire. MORE
5 sources of organizational energy that connect to meetings: Progress. Nothing fuels energy more than moving the ball down the field. The purpose of meetings is to energize small wins. Contributing to a… Continue reading → Managing Taking others higher Teams Meetings MORE
Wasting time and energy may be one of my biggest pet peeves as a leader. I firmly believe if we get rid of common energy wasters we can dramatically improve our performance as leaders. What energy wasters have you seen in leadership? MORE
Organizational energy is leadership’s responsibility. Negative energy is the result of neglect or ignorance. Focus on energy: In as little as five minutes, you can energize a team member. Successful leaders energize others. But,… Continue reading → Coaching Taking others higher Leadership Development leadership success organizational success MORE
I coach a leader who is preoccupied and impatient. He walks past people without noticing them. He’s testy when interactions hint at taking longer than absolutely necessary. He’s working to better connect with… Continue reading → Taking others higher Passion Teams Leadership Development Growth organizational success MORE
At the heart of positive leadership lies the concept of positive energy. Whereas much popular literature is dominated by discussions about the toll of stress, burnout, depression, tension, anxiety, fatigue, disengagement, and fear, less attention is paid to positive energy, even though it is one of the most powerful and important predictors of organizational and individual success. Positive energy is characterized by a feeling of aliveness, arousal, vitality and zest. MORE
The organization gets a shot in the arm; an instant infusion of talent and energy. Effective onboarding accelerates productivity and generates energy. MORE
Thought leaders around the world share their insights on energy and engagement. Managing Personal Energy and Engagement Jesse Lynn Stoner of the Seapoint Center, shares 7 Ways to Increase Your Own Engagement and Satisfaction Are you concerned about the [.] The post Frontline Festival August: Energy and Engagement appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. Empowerment energy Frontline Festival motivation MORE
The law of energy is put more in than you take out. Courage Encouragement Marks of leaders Motivation Optimism Power energize leaders Leadership Leadership Development organizational success Priorities sources of energy Lousy leaders drain people; successful leaders energize. Do eyes light up when you’re around? Those who make the biggest difference, energize others. Any person or system that takes out more than it puts in is dying. MORE
The shocking loss of meaning at work is energy draining. Alternative sources of energy are correspondingly and desperately sought. Such is the impact of a manager’s corrosive behavior on the energy flow of an organization. The Organizational Energy Formula. MORE
New Book Giveaway!! 20 free copies of, Conflict without Casualties. Leave a comment on this guest post by Dr. Nate Regier to become eligible to win one of TWENTY complimentary copies of Conflict without… Continue reading → Author Book Notes Conflict resolution Conflict Resolution MORE
Done poorly, gratitude demotivates or inspires entitlement. Affirm results; honor heart. The person behind results: There’s a leader on my team who enjoys meeting needs and taking care of people. I saw him in action… Continue reading → Motivation Leadership Development organizational success MORE
Managers complain about pushing low-energy employees. Low-energy suggests lack of purpose, not lack of energy. Don’t try to energize low-energy employees. Help them connect with their purpose. Purpose pulls. You don’t push people who… Continue reading → Coaching Listening Taking others higher Leadership Development MORE
One energy vampire* drains the entire team. Negative energy dominates apart from intervention. Successful leaders, monitor, manage, and fuel energy.… A small energized team goes further than a large team with one black hole. … Continue reading → Taking others higher Leadership organizational success MORE
Energy comes to you from your inner world and the world around you. Find energy by respecting it. 10 Ways to Find More Energy Today #1. Reject the need to be right all… Continue reading → Personal Growth Success Leadership Development MORE
Confusion regarding the real results of leadership causes leaders to waste their time doing the wrong things. The real results of leadership are people and teams who live up to their potential. The… Continue reading → Goals Leading Marks of leaders Solutions Success Leadership Development organizational success MORE
High energy teams get more done. Sadly, they don’t teach managers how to track and manage team energy. Perhaps it’s a topic you’d rather ignore. Just do the work. Don’t worry about fluffy… Continue reading → Leading MORE
A blood transfusion is a process of receiving blood products into your blood stream intravenously. In the past, whole blood was introduced into the patient’s blood stream. Today, typically, particular blood parts like red blood cells or plasma are injected as needed. In non-technical terms, blood (or blood parts) is injected into someone’s blood stream [.]. Leadership Learning Success Uncategorized MORE
Wasting time and energy may be one of my biggest pet peeves as a leader. I firmly believe when we get rid of some common drains on our time and energy we dramatically improve our performance as leaders. Plus, bad structure is an energy-drainer. MORE
Energy Related Topics Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 10, 2016
We perform our best when we are in the energy and flow of the moment. No matter what you are doing, it will always be better when you are tapping into your natural energy and flow. Whether listening or playing, solo or in a group, music can have a massive impact on our energy levels.
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 13, 2014
If Halloween was the only day energy vampires came around too. Energy vampires are deadly to an organization; especially when they are in leadership positions. What I find remarkable are how many energy vampires we have in the workforce. If so, you may be an energy vampire.
Coaching Tip
JANUARY 15, 2014
At the heart of positive leadership lies the concept of positive energy. Whereas much popular literature is dominated by discussions about the toll of stress, burnout, depression, tension, anxiety, fatigue, disengagement, and fear, less attention is paid to positive energy, even though it is one of the most powerful and important predictors of organizational and individual success. Positive energy is characterized by a feeling of aliveness, arousal, vitality and zest.
Let's Grow Leaders
APRIL 20, 2015
” If you’re full of energy, but your team looks like they need a good shot of red bull to get going, ask yourself these questions. 37 Questions to Ask Yourself if Your Team Lacks Energy. I was giving a keynote on Saturday to large group of administrative professionals.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 3, 2016
Managers complain about pushing low-energy employees. Low-energy suggests lack of purpose, not lack of energy. Don’t try to energize low-energy employees. Help them connect with their purpose. Purpose pulls. You don’t push people who… Continue reading → Coaching Listening Taking others higher Leadership Development
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 16, 2013
Thought leaders around the world share their insights on energy and engagement. Managing Personal Energy and Engagement Jesse Lynn Stoner of the Seapoint Center, shares 7 Ways to Increase Your Own Engagement and Satisfaction Are you concerned about the [.] The post Frontline Festival August: Energy and Engagement appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. Empowerment energy Frontline Festival motivation
Leadership Freak
JUNE 2, 2017
Any incompetent fool can run around barking orders like a chihuahua with the self image of a doberman. Yes, giving direction is part of leadership. But the soft stuff, like igniting, monitoring, and… Continue reading → Health Marks of leaders Motivation Success Taking others higher Leadership Development organizational success
Anese Cavanaugh
AUGUST 1, 2016
Our normally high vibration, present, positive energy meetings, turned into dysfunctional sludge; the sludge had nothing to do with what I said or did – it was my energy and what I brought into that Google Hangout. Energy Leadership Inc.com Column leadership
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
DECEMBER 23, 2014
Many of us find our energy dissipates at this time of year when the days are short and the nights are long. Instead of trying to muscle your way through it, here’s how to maximize the energy you do have. Even when your energy is lower than usual, there will be periods in the day when it is higher than others. How to Maximize Your Higher Energy Times Protect the time of day when you have the most energy.
Mills Scofield
APRIL 15, 2014
When we don’t trust, we exert a lot of energy to keep up our guard, to continually assess and verify. This uses a lot of energy and time. When we trust, we re-allocate that energy and time to getting things done and making an impact. Note: Carl & I met at BIF9.
Lead Change Blog
APRIL 15, 2015
The shocking loss of meaning at work is energy draining. Alternative sources of energy are correspondingly and desperately sought. Such is the impact of a manager’s corrosive behavior on the energy flow of an organization. The Organizational Energy Formula.
Ron Edmondson
FEBRUARY 20, 2013
Wasting time and energy may be one of my biggest pet peeves as a leader. I firmly believe if we get rid of common energy wasters we can dramatically improve our performance as leaders. What energy wasters have you seen in leadership?
Ron Edmondson
DECEMBER 17, 2015
Wasting time and energy may be one of my biggest pet peeves as a leader. I firmly believe when we get rid of some common drains on our time and energy we dramatically improve our performance as leaders. Plus, bad structure is an energy-drainer.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 17, 2015
Organizational energy is leadership’s responsibility. Negative energy is the result of neglect or ignorance. Focus on energy: In as little as five minutes, you can energize a team member. Successful leaders energize others. But,… Continue reading → Coaching Taking others higher Leadership Development leadership success organizational success
Leadership Freak
MAY 28, 2015
The less energy you have the more negative you become. Low energy leaders: Feel unappreciated. Energized leaders are better. Want to quit. Blow up. Can’t create or try new things. Believe the world… Continue reading → Leading
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 25, 2016
The impact of your leadership is measured by the effect you have on others. Manage the splash: You always impact those around you. Even if people turn from you, you have impact. Some leaders tend to lift people toward bright. Some leaders tend to drag people toward dark. Patterns produce splash – your impact on those around … … Continue reading → Personal Growth Growth Leadership Development
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 3, 2014
The law of energy is put more in than you take out. Courage Encouragement Marks of leaders Motivation Optimism Power energize leaders Leadership Leadership Development organizational success Priorities sources of energy Lousy leaders drain people; successful leaders energize. Do eyes light up when you’re around? Those who make the biggest difference, energize others. Any person or system that takes out more than it puts in is dying.
Lead Change Blog
JUNE 20, 2013
Self Leadership energy impact personal energy Purpose Urgency Posted in Self Leadership Think about what you did over the last couple of hours. If you ranked all of the most important things you have to do, did you spend your time on activities that advance the top items from your list?
Engaging Leader
AUGUST 30, 2013
” I would add more energy to any situation than I took away. The post Are You an Energy Leader, or an Energy Drainer? Blog Human energy
Lead Change Blog
MARCH 11, 2015
The organization gets a shot in the arm; an instant infusion of talent and energy. Effective onboarding accelerates productivity and generates energy.
Leadership Freak
MAY 24, 2017
Spiders, snakes, and bears are scary. I had a dream about a bear on railroad tracks when I was a kid. I don’t know if I’m afraid of bears because of the dream… Continue reading → Fear Motivation Leadership Development
Leadership Freak
JUNE 9, 2016
Confusion regarding the real results of leadership causes leaders to waste their time doing the wrong things. The real results of leadership are people and teams who live up to their potential. The… Continue reading → Goals Leading Marks of leaders Solutions Success Leadership Development organizational success
Leadership Freak
JULY 20, 2015
Done poorly, gratitude demotivates or inspires entitlement. Affirm results; honor heart. The person behind results: There’s a leader on my team who enjoys meeting needs and taking care of people. I saw him in action… Continue reading → Motivation Leadership Development organizational success
Lead Change Blog
MAY 1, 2015
And then the RESULTS started coming in: The team had more focus, less stress and more energy. If you are in the midst of an energy sapping challenge and struggling you are not alone. If you are in the midst of an energy-depleting season, don’t let your struggle overwhelm you.
Leadership Freak
APRIL 26, 2017
New Book Giveaway!! 20 free copies of, Conflict without Casualties. Leave a comment on this guest post by Dr. Nate Regier to become eligible to win one of TWENTY complimentary copies of Conflict without… Continue reading → Author Book Notes Conflict resolution Conflict Resolution
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MAY 24, 2017
Communicating, Like It Or Not. As I often say, “You can’t NOT communicate,” but leaders often figure they can avoid communicating with their teams and just focus on the “important work.” Here’s what leaders don’t realize: They are already communicating whether or not they intend to.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 4, 2015
Disrespect feels like a pat on the head, followed by a closing door. Disrespect encourages your inner accuser to whisper, “You don’t matter.” Disrespect increase sick days, slow downs, and paybacks. Nearly 80% of… Continue reading → Taking others higher Motivation Encouragement Leadership Development Leadership organizational success
Leadership Freak
JULY 15, 2014
The neglected skill of leadership is managing energy. 4 powers of energy: Energy predicts the future.… Blood sucking people, like parasites, suck the life out of you. Successful leaders energize. Lousy leaders drain. … Continue reading → Passion Power Taking others higher Leadership Leadership Development leadership success Management organizational success
Joseph Lalonde
JULY 10, 2015
L eading is tough enough as it is without a lack of energy. You’ve got to have energy to lead well. But how do you make sure you have enough energy to get through the day? The odd truth is, move more to have more energy. Self-Improvement energy exercise power rest
Let's Grow Leaders
JUNE 27, 2013
I felt my energy drain as I drove toward the call center. The center’s results were stagnant– it was time to dig deeper. Joe’s energy ignited [.] The post 5 Ways to Unblock Leadership Energy appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Engaging Leader
DECEMBER 28, 2013
In 2007, the company experimented with training 15 director-level Googlers on healthy energy management. The post 28 Ways Leaders Re-charge Their Batteries: How to Increase Energy, Improve Mood, and Manage Stress appeared first on Engaging Leader. Blog Human energy Self-leadership
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 26, 2016
High energy teams get more done. Sadly, they don’t teach managers how to track and manage team energy. Perhaps it’s a topic you’d rather ignore. Just do the work. Don’t worry about fluffy… Continue reading → Leading
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 4, 2016
I coach a leader who is preoccupied and impatient. He walks past people without noticing them. He’s testy when interactions hint at taking longer than absolutely necessary. He’s working to better connect with… Continue reading → Taking others higher Passion Teams Leadership Development Growth organizational success
Let's Grow Leaders
JULY 9, 2012
For me, energy is a big factor in both whom I want to follow, and who I want on my team. Leaders with strong, positive, engaging energy inspire others towards [.]. Really Listen energy Energy Audit leader leadership teamAs I have been doing more writing, I have been paying a lot of attention to which leaders I find most inspiring–and why.
Steve Farber
JULY 20, 2016
Like it or not, as a leader you have a significant impact on the energy around you at work. Your ideal, therefore, is to display positive energy in everything you do. So what will it take for you to generate energy throughout your company? Boredom is anathema to energy.
Steve Farber
MAY 19, 2016
Next week I’ll be speaking in New Orleans at the American Wind Energy Association ‘s annual meeting. And since “ Generate Energy ” is an Extreme Leadership practice, I think I’ll be in good company. Wind energy has a clear path to generate 20% U.S.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 10, 2015
One energy vampire* drains the entire team. Negative energy dominates apart from intervention. Successful leaders, monitor, manage, and fuel energy.… A small energized team goes further than a large team with one black hole. … Continue reading → Taking others higher Leadership organizational success
Leadership Freak
FEBRUARY 17, 2015
5 sources of organizational energy that connect to meetings: Progress. Nothing fuels energy more than moving the ball down the field. The purpose of meetings is to energize small wins. Contributing to a… Continue reading → Managing Taking others higher Teams Meetings
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 14, 2011
A blood transfusion is a process of receiving blood products into your blood stream intravenously. In the past, whole blood was introduced into the patient’s blood stream. Today, typically, particular blood parts like red blood cells or plasma are injected as needed. In non-technical terms, blood (or blood parts) is injected into someone’s blood stream [.]. Leadership Learning Success Uncategorized
Leadership Freak
APRIL 23, 2013
Leaders correct too much and affirm too little. Hold monthly affirmation sessions. Here’s how. Invite one key player to an affirmation sessions for the sole purpose of encouragement. Be prepared. You do this so little it may freak them out. First, clarify mission, vision, and values. Second, honor their admirable qualities, outstanding service, consistency of character, [.].
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