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You don’t want to say “You need to change this behavior or else,” but the truth is–there will be consequences. Use the INSPIRE method to have a short, to the point, specific conversation about what must change. You may need to be more direct. MORE
Posted in Leadership Development As market conditions, budgets and consumer needs change, companies will have to adjust to remain successful. However, change is one five letter word that often strikes fear into teams and employees. MORE
Achieve More When you Lead Different and Diverse People You know that the ability to lead different and diverse people to come together and blend their talents is key to achieving breakthrough results. MORE
I ’ve seen a lot of blog posts on how to become awesome. Awesomeness seems to evade people like people avoided the plague. And why does awesomeness tend to come to the freaks and the geeks in the end? A particular person may come to mind. MORE
Building trust takes energy, effort and constant attention to how you act. To help build trust, follow these 16 tips , recommended by author Susan H. Shearouse : Be honest Keep commitments and keep your word Avoid surprises Be consistent with your mood Be your best Demonstrate respect Listen Communicate Speak with a positive intent Admit mistakes Be willing to hear feedback Maintain confidences Get to know others Practice empathy Seek input from others Say "thank you". MORE
And why do many, despite their best efforts, manage to motivate top performers but can’t get the whole team rowing in the same direction? We found that to create a common goal, it’s vital to ramp up your purpose as an organization. Guest post from John Izzo Ph.D. MORE
How do you recognize who’s a leader? Is it the person telling everyone what to do? If he is being ignored, he is only talking to himself. Telling people where to go? An usher in the theater, who tells you which entrance to use, is not […]. MORE
On a monthly basis at the beginning of a meeting, ask your direct reports to share something on their mind. Give each person five minutes to share. This is the sixty-sixth post in our series entitled “100 Ways to Connect.” #66 Reconnect Your Team. MORE
But I just called to say “thank you” You really made me think. I try to listen the way you describe here, and sometimes I do that quite well, but I know I fall short when other priorities get in the way. Thanks for the reminder to do this better. MORE
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They say business leaders tend to “underestimate Africa’s size and potential as a market, and overestimate the challenges of doing business there.”. To win in Africa, your strategy needs to factor four key considerations : Mapping an Africa Strategy: Africa is huge. MORE
If you’re a business owner, then it’s likely you’re always trying to think of ways for how you can be and do better in your role. The following advice is going to help you focus on the right elements so you can run a more successful business. MORE
So, that is why Mackenzie wrote her book -- to teach you how to take actions that ultimately will improve your impact on the job and increase your happiness and fulfillment in your career. Make a concerted effort to elevate your thinking to an enterprise-wide perspective. MORE
But I am determined to learn the Tocatta part of Tocatta and Fugue in D minor down for Saturday for a tour group I am playing for.” ” The rush of comments seemed to entirely miss the point. “you worry to much.” 4 Vital Factors to Becoming the Best _. MORE
But how do you handle effectively leading when you have to handle a loss or tragic event in your personal life? I had proposed to my wife during the weekend, and when Monday came my son had a severe allergic reaction at school, I had to conduct a major investigation involving one of my employees, and then received news that my father passed away suddenly. Coupled with the added pressure that others are counting on us, how does one do this? MORE
Don’t worry. You won’t look stupid if you seek advice. There’s wisdom in not-knowing. Ancient wisdom: Research agrees with ancient wisdom. Advice-seeking is smart. And it makes you look smart when done skillfully.… MORE
“What else would you like to cover?” How do we motivate ourselves to feel like that?” I do know one thing, you can’t give someone 5 steps to figuring it out. From Motivation Theory to Real Life. 5 Ways to Motivate Yourself. MORE
“Self-promotion is a leadership and political skill that is critical to master in order to navigate the realities of the workplace and position you for success.”. Natalya couldn’t believe her company hired an outsider rather than promote her to the position she was vying for. MORE
Instead, it is a long drive across the entire country that requires a look at the roadmap to avoid the roadblocks while understanding the routes and the detours along the way, long before the drive begins. When leaders decide to take this journey, decisions will have to be made that will determine whether success, or a lack of it will be realized once the journey has begun. C odify your ‘way to play’ to get the job done. 4) WHEN do you plan to arrive? MORE
Hiccup (Jay Baruchel), Astrid (America Ferrera), Snotlout (Jonah Hill), Tuffnut (Justin Ripple), Ruffnut (Kristen Wiig), and the rest of the How To Train Your Dragon return in the third outing for How To Train Your Dragon. A Reel Leadership Article. MORE
I want to make people happy. I want to make sure everyone is having a good time. Having this personality type doesn’t mean I can’t learn how to say no. How To Say No. That’s why we need to learn to say no. But how do we say no? MORE
Difficult stakeholders are a chance to grow your influence You look at the phone and your heart sinks. It’s the night before you’re supposed to wrap up your assignment and brief the leadership team on what you’ve done. MORE
I don’t know many who haven’t gone to work one day pledging to be more productive than they were yesterday. Well, there are many answers to that […]. The post How to Avoid Distractions appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning. MORE
He’d failed to build courage in his life. You don’t want to be like the Cowardly Lion, do you? Instead, I bet you want to have courage. Courage to stand up for what is right. Courage to choose to be fair and just. How To Build Courage. MORE
I’ve gone to a lot of “life events” and experiences and there’s one thing that I see people doing over and over again that not only makes me sad, but also gets in the way of making memories. MORE
Who wants to live in a… Continue reading → Accountability Encouragement Failure Marks of leaders Culture Growth Leadership Leadership DevelopmentPushovers prolong helplessness, failure, and mediocrity. But compassionate-accountability fuels boldness, growth, and productivity. You demonstrate respect for people when you hold them accountable. Accountability says behaviors matter. MORE
We can be really stupid leaders sometimes and that leads to being a bad boss. Here’s how: 1. Forget that leadership is a call to serve, not an achievement to reach Yep, it’s pretty easy to be a bad boss. MORE
One of the most difficult words for anyone, leaders included, to say is, " sorry." Yet, the time will likely come when that's the word you need to say. In the position of needing to apologize? Note: Thanks to St. Apologizing Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management How to Apologize I'm Sorry Research shows that apologizing in a heartfelt way can help you reduce stress and alleviate guilt. Do this: Apologize immediately. Say you are sorry. MORE
It’s when you start with something positive, share what needs to change, and finish with something positive. Over the years, it’s gotten misinterpreted to where it’s applied something like this: “Good to see you. This brings me to my “don’t” list. MORE
It’s a critical lesson we can all absorb through his experience: Communication is key to any good relationship. Here are three ways to do it. Create, publish and stick to a monthly or quarterly schedule of communication, so employees know what to expect, and when to expect it. MORE
Everyone wants to live a life worth living. By the end of the day, they no longer have the energy to make something out of their lives. […] The post How To Transform Your Life appeared first on Joseph Lalonde. MORE
How we deal with these contradictions and find our balance on the seesaw can be the difference between good and great. 2) Openness vs. Secrecy – There’s a big push for transparency these days in the workplace; where leaders need to put themselves “out there” as more human and open. MORE
Content marketing is constantly changing, and you have to readjust your strategies if you want to stay on top of the game. While some time-tested tactics will still get you results in 2019, others could actually ruin your efforts and have you all the way back to square one. MORE
“Self-promotion is a leadership and political skill that is critical to master in order to navigate the realities of the workplace and position you for success.”. Natalya couldn’t believe her company hired an outsider rather than promote her to the position she was vying for. MORE
Moving house is stressful enough, but if you need to relocate your office, multiply the stress levels several times as there are so many more things to think about. You’re going to be moving big and bulky office furniture, electronics and IT, paperwork and plenty of other things. MORE
While you might be lucky enough to survive in business with little or no advice from others, you will certainly not maximize your potential for success by doing so. If you don’t know what you’re trying to accomplish, how are you going to direct and manage an outside advisor. MORE
All that’s ugly in leadership begins with arrogance. You might be arrogant if you: Look down your nose on those you serve. Arrogance views others as burdens and irritations. Beat yourself up over… Continue reading → Humility Servant-leadership arrogance Growth MORE
Great leaders do, and they also understand how to leverage these laws to create maximum impact. The seven universal laws show us how energy operates on a daily basis in our lives. Energy is constantly changing form from one state to another, which means that nothing is as it seems. This means, as leaders, we are constantly dealing with change; and it is not something to be feared but rather something to embrace. Everything takes time to manifest. MORE
How can we climb our way our of it? That’s why it’s takes so much courage to make tough decisions when the outcomes aren’t clear. When I learned that Dale Carnegie had written a bestselling book called How to Quit Worrying and Start Living , I was a bit incredulous. MORE
My friend Jake said, “When someone tells me about a problem, I used to try to help them solve it. We believe that when someone shares a problem, the best response is to help them find a solution. Do you know how to REALLY listen? … MORE
Tom’s team borrowed an idea from their health insurance company and created a rewards program that allows employees to earn points for demonstrating behaviors that contribute to a positive work environment. Tom is very excited to introduce this new initiative to his peers on the Executive Team. His enthusiasm quickly turns to frustration as he encounters resistance from Jill, Director of Therapy Services. Does it have to be that way? They also need to…. MORE
That’s a large number of businesses that contribute to the country’s economy. Failing to plan. For your business to be a success, you need to make both short and long-term plans. Lack of profit is very different to lack of revenue. MORE
One of the core qualities that a leader requires in any scenario is the ability to communicate effectively. You need to be authoritative, persuasive, and attentive to communicate as a leader effectively. Leaders need to develop effective ways of communicating these instructions for this to happen. The following list outlines how to improve communication skills as a leader. Leaders use eye contact to communicate authoritatively and draw attention. MORE
November and December are notorious times for organizations to express gratitude to their employees -- holiday parties, annual bonuses and accolades they save up for this time of year. Sure, it’s a little old school when we are used to email and texting, but therein lies the magic. MORE
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FEBRUARY 25, 2019
Hiccup (Jay Baruchel), Astrid (America Ferrera), Snotlout (Jonah Hill), Tuffnut (Justin Ripple), Ruffnut (Kristen Wiig), and the rest of the How To Train Your Dragon return in the third outing for How To Train Your Dragon. A Reel Leadership Article.
Lead Change Blog
APRIL 12, 2019
One of the core qualities that a leader requires in any scenario is the ability to communicate effectively. You need to be authoritative, persuasive, and attentive to communicate as a leader effectively. Leaders need to develop effective ways of communicating these instructions for this to happen. The following list outlines how to improve communication skills as a leader. Leaders use eye contact to communicate authoritatively and draw attention.
Leading Blog
JANUARY 9, 2019
They say business leaders tend to “underestimate Africa’s size and potential as a market, and overestimate the challenges of doing business there.”. To win in Africa, your strategy needs to factor four key considerations : Mapping an Africa Strategy: Africa is huge.
Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 7, 2015
But I am determined to learn the Tocatta part of Tocatta and Fugue in D minor down for Saturday for a tour group I am playing for.” ” The rush of comments seemed to entirely miss the point. “you worry to much.” 4 Vital Factors to Becoming the Best _.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 9, 2019
Moving house is stressful enough, but if you need to relocate your office, multiply the stress levels several times as there are so many more things to think about. You’re going to be moving big and bulky office furniture, electronics and IT, paperwork and plenty of other things.
Eric Jacobson
APRIL 14, 2019
Building trust takes energy, effort and constant attention to how you act. To help build trust, follow these 16 tips , recommended by author Susan H. Shearouse : Be honest Keep commitments and keep your word Avoid surprises Be consistent with your mood Be your best Demonstrate respect Listen Communicate Speak with a positive intent Admit mistakes Be willing to hear feedback Maintain confidences Get to know others Practice empathy Seek input from others Say "thank you".
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
JUNE 13, 2017
How do you recognize who’s a leader? Is it the person telling everyone what to do? If he is being ignored, he is only talking to himself. Telling people where to go? An usher in the theater, who tells you which entrance to use, is not […].
Great Leadership By Dan
DECEMBER 18, 2018
It’s a critical lesson we can all absorb through his experience: Communication is key to any good relationship. Here are three ways to do it. Create, publish and stick to a monthly or quarterly schedule of communication, so employees know what to expect, and when to expect it.
Michael Lee Stallard
JANUARY 4, 2015
On a monthly basis at the beginning of a meeting, ask your direct reports to share something on their mind. Give each person five minutes to share. This is the sixty-sixth post in our series entitled “100 Ways to Connect.” #66 Reconnect Your Team.
Let's Grow Leaders
JULY 17, 2015
“What else would you like to cover?” How do we motivate ourselves to feel like that?” I do know one thing, you can’t give someone 5 steps to figuring it out. From Motivation Theory to Real Life. 5 Ways to Motivate Yourself.
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 9, 2018
Everyone wants to live a life worth living. By the end of the day, they no longer have the energy to make something out of their lives. […] The post How To Transform Your Life appeared first on Joseph Lalonde.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 18, 2019
Content marketing is constantly changing, and you have to readjust your strategies if you want to stay on top of the game. While some time-tested tactics will still get you results in 2019, others could actually ruin your efforts and have you all the way back to square one.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 15, 2019
If you’re a business owner, then it’s likely you’re always trying to think of ways for how you can be and do better in your role. The following advice is going to help you focus on the right elements so you can run a more successful business.
Let's Grow Leaders
APRIL 22, 2015
You don’t want to say “You need to change this behavior or else,” but the truth is–there will be consequences. Use the INSPIRE method to have a short, to the point, specific conversation about what must change. You may need to be more direct.
Great Leadership By Dan
APRIL 19, 2018
And why do many, despite their best efforts, manage to motivate top performers but can’t get the whole team rowing in the same direction? We found that to create a common goal, it’s vital to ramp up your purpose as an organization. Guest post from John Izzo Ph.D.
Women on Business
APRIL 2, 2019
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Career Advancement
APRIL 30, 2018
“Self-promotion is a leadership and political skill that is critical to master in order to navigate the realities of the workplace and position you for success.”. Natalya couldn’t believe her company hired an outsider rather than promote her to the position she was vying for.
Leadership Freak
MAY 28, 2018
All that’s ugly in leadership begins with arrogance. You might be arrogant if you: Look down your nose on those you serve. Arrogance views others as burdens and irritations. Beat yourself up over… Continue reading → Humility Servant-leadership arrogance Growth
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 11, 2019
So, that is why Mackenzie wrote her book -- to teach you how to take actions that ultimately will improve your impact on the job and increase your happiness and fulfillment in your career. Make a concerted effort to elevate your thinking to an enterprise-wide perspective.
Joseph Lalonde
MARCH 29, 2017
I want to make people happy. I want to make sure everyone is having a good time. Having this personality type doesn’t mean I can’t learn how to say no. How To Say No. That’s why we need to learn to say no. But how do we say no?
Joseph Lalonde
FEBRUARY 28, 2018
He’d failed to build courage in his life. You don’t want to be like the Cowardly Lion, do you? Instead, I bet you want to have courage. Courage to stand up for what is right. Courage to choose to be fair and just. How To Build Courage.
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2013
Posted in Leadership Development As market conditions, budgets and consumer needs change, companies will have to adjust to remain successful. However, change is one five letter word that often strikes fear into teams and employees.
Leadership Freak
APRIL 11, 2019
Don’t worry. You won’t look stupid if you seek advice. There’s wisdom in not-knowing. Ancient wisdom: Research agrees with ancient wisdom. Advice-seeking is smart. And it makes you look smart when done skillfully.…
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 21, 2018
November and December are notorious times for organizations to express gratitude to their employees -- holiday parties, annual bonuses and accolades they save up for this time of year. Sure, it’s a little old school when we are used to email and texting, but therein lies the magic.
Lead Change Blog
DECEMBER 21, 2018
Great leaders do, and they also understand how to leverage these laws to create maximum impact. The seven universal laws show us how energy operates on a daily basis in our lives. Energy is constantly changing form from one state to another, which means that nothing is as it seems. This means, as leaders, we are constantly dealing with change; and it is not something to be feared but rather something to embrace. Everything takes time to manifest.
Let's Grow Leaders
APRIL 11, 2019
Difficult stakeholders are a chance to grow your influence You look at the phone and your heart sinks. It’s the night before you’re supposed to wrap up your assignment and brief the leadership team on what you’ve done.
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 30, 2018
But how do you handle effectively leading when you have to handle a loss or tragic event in your personal life? I had proposed to my wife during the weekend, and when Monday came my son had a severe allergic reaction at school, I had to conduct a major investigation involving one of my employees, and then received news that my father passed away suddenly. Coupled with the added pressure that others are counting on us, how does one do this?
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 23, 2018
I’ve gone to a lot of “life events” and experiences and there’s one thing that I see people doing over and over again that not only makes me sad, but also gets in the way of making memories.
N2Growth Blog
JUNE 29, 2011
While you might be lucky enough to survive in business with little or no advice from others, you will certainly not maximize your potential for success by doing so. If you don’t know what you’re trying to accomplish, how are you going to direct and manage an outside advisor.
Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog
JUNE 16, 2014
My friend Jake said, “When someone tells me about a problem, I used to try to help them solve it. We believe that when someone shares a problem, the best response is to help them find a solution. Do you know how to REALLY listen? …
Career Advancement
APRIL 30, 2018
“Self-promotion is a leadership and political skill that is critical to master in order to navigate the realities of the workplace and position you for success.”. Natalya couldn’t believe her company hired an outsider rather than promote her to the position she was vying for.
Eric Jacobson
APRIL 8, 2019
One of the most difficult words for anyone, leaders included, to say is, " sorry." Yet, the time will likely come when that's the word you need to say. In the position of needing to apologize? Note: Thanks to St. Apologizing Eric Jacobson on Leadership and Management How to Apologize I'm Sorry Research shows that apologizing in a heartfelt way can help you reduce stress and alleviate guilt. Do this: Apologize immediately. Say you are sorry.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 31, 2019
Achieve More When you Lead Different and Diverse People You know that the ability to lead different and diverse people to come together and blend their talents is key to achieving breakthrough results.
Lead Change Blog
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Tom’s team borrowed an idea from their health insurance company and created a rewards program that allows employees to earn points for demonstrating behaviors that contribute to a positive work environment. Tom is very excited to introduce this new initiative to his peers on the Executive Team. His enthusiasm quickly turns to frustration as he encounters resistance from Jill, Director of Therapy Services. Does it have to be that way? They also need to….
N2Growth Blog
APRIL 28, 2014
Instead, it is a long drive across the entire country that requires a look at the roadmap to avoid the roadblocks while understanding the routes and the detours along the way, long before the drive begins. When leaders decide to take this journey, decisions will have to be made that will determine whether success, or a lack of it will be realized once the journey has begun. C odify your ‘way to play’ to get the job done. 4) WHEN do you plan to arrive?
Leadership Freak
APRIL 2, 2019
Who wants to live in a… Continue reading → Accountability Encouragement Failure Marks of leaders Culture Growth Leadership Leadership DevelopmentPushovers prolong helplessness, failure, and mediocrity. But compassionate-accountability fuels boldness, growth, and productivity. You demonstrate respect for people when you hold them accountable. Accountability says behaviors matter.
Nathan Magnuson
JANUARY 20, 2014
How can we climb our way our of it? That’s why it’s takes so much courage to make tough decisions when the outcomes aren’t clear. When I learned that Dale Carnegie had written a bestselling book called How to Quit Worrying and Start Living , I was a bit incredulous.
Joseph Lalonde
OCTOBER 10, 2014
I ’ve seen a lot of blog posts on how to become awesome. Awesomeness seems to evade people like people avoided the plague. And why does awesomeness tend to come to the freaks and the geeks in the end? A particular person may come to mind.
ReImagine Work
JUNE 15, 2015
It’s when you start with something positive, share what needs to change, and finish with something positive. Over the years, it’s gotten misinterpreted to where it’s applied something like this: “Good to see you. This brings me to my “don’t” list.
Kevin Eikenberry
NOVEMBER 22, 2016
I don’t know many who haven’t gone to work one day pledging to be more productive than they were yesterday. Well, there are many answers to that […]. The post How to Avoid Distractions appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
Let's Grow Leaders
SEPTEMBER 23, 2015
But I just called to say “thank you” You really made me think. I try to listen the way you describe here, and sometimes I do that quite well, but I know I fall short when other priorities get in the way. Thanks for the reminder to do this better.
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
That’s a large number of businesses that contribute to the country’s economy. Failing to plan. For your business to be a success, you need to make both short and long-term plans. Lack of profit is very different to lack of revenue.
Modern Servant Leader
APRIL 10, 2015
We can be really stupid leaders sometimes and that leads to being a bad boss. Here’s how: 1. Forget that leadership is a call to serve, not an achievement to reach Yep, it’s pretty easy to be a bad boss.
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