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Five Qualities Genuine Leaders Have in Common

Leading Blog

But it only intensifies something we were already seeing in the world of work: organizations need to adapt constantly to keep up with market dynamics. It surveyed top professionals from more than 120 countries about the skills needed for effective leadership in the decade ahead. A recent MIT study underscores this. Empowering others.

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Creativity: An Undervalued Leadership Skill

Lead Change Blog

There is much to be said about leadership, and there is no shortage of descriptive words one uses when talking about leaders – influential, dedicated, globally thinking, focused, etc. – Creativity and Leadership. It’s difficult to find the perfect balance between creativity and leadership. Micromanaging.

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Leadership and Teamwork

Lead on Purpose

Sports metaphors are everywhere in the workplace, but there’s no denying that the leadership and teamwork skills found in the sports setting teach important lessons. Perhaps it’s a little more time off, more responsibility, more rewarding work, or the chance to work collaboratively on a new project. Avoid micromanaging.

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Leadership Development Carnival: June 2014 Edition

QAspire

Welcome to the June 02nd 2014 Carnival of Leadership Development. I am thankful to carnival leader Dan McCarthy for allowing me to host this event - a wonderful collection of very practical insights on Leadership Development. Dr. Anne Perschel from Germane Insights shares “ The Secret Ingredient of Great Leadership ”.

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Taking Chances to Lead Change in the 21st Century: Why It’s Cool Not to Be So Cool

Great Leadership By Dan

What does this have to do with leadership? The job of a leader, whether of a large corporation or small project team, is to discover new ideas to make life better for their customers, workforce, and communities. The role has not changed since the concept of leadership was born. Everything. Trying out a new idea is also awkward.

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3 Character Traits That Make You a Better Leader

Let's Grow Leaders

The same holds true for leadership. On a professional level, Mussar can be the key to unlocking your full leadership potential. Leadership often requires that we occupy a lot of space. At the same time, many leaders occupy too much space, and micromanage those around them. A guest post from Greg Marcus.

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My New Boss, What Can I Do?

Lead from Within

This week, leadership coach Lolly Daskal helps a reader deal with a new boss that’s ruining the job she used to love. He started at the company about a year ago and his overly emotional, micromanaging style does not suit me. Because we work closely on major projects, neither is an option. Miserable Marketer.