The Practical Leader

MARCH 8, 2023

An organization’s culture ripples out from the team leading it. Many leadership teams don’t recognize their own behavior reflected back to them in their culture. When changes falter or organizations fail, it can usually be traced to dysfunctional management. Organizational behavior reflects leadership team behavior.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 25, 2019

Join David and his guest, Paul Smith – an expert in leadership and business storytelling – for a powerful discussion of how to tell a good […]. Paul reveals how you can use story to build a better connection with your team and translate your leadership philosophy and values in a way people will not forget.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

He’s a strong performer and a vital member of your team. Related Stories 5 Reasons Your Emails Don’t Work 5 Steps to Managing Emotions at Work 3 Secrets to Sharing Secrets. Communication grow your career Mentoring Storytelling career communication promoted promotions transparency'

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 22, 2023

From analyzing the regulatory environment and building the right team to deciding which risks to take and managing and mitigating these risks by devising effective strategies, an entrepreneur is responsible for playing many roles all at once. Entrepreneurs need to be able to lead their teams and motivate their employees.

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Rich Gee Group

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

For instance, in team meetings, discuss how specific tasks are crucial in achieving the organization’s broader goals. Storytelling as a Tool : Share success stories within the organization that highlight the impact of collective efforts. This could include innovation, exceptional customer service, or contributions to team morale.

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

Many leadership teams seem to think that talking about agility will magically transform their organizations. A department, division, or organization’s culture ripples out from its leadership team. Organizational behavior reflects leadership team behavior. Leadership Team Planning ( click for typical agenda).

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Decker Communication

JUNE 13, 2023

The technology sales team is armed with a wealth of conversion rate data. The wealth manager is equipped with analytic insights on net profit margin. The medical affairs team possesses a treasure trove of new clinical findings. Yet the obstacles to effective storytelling can be tough to overcome.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

Visionary leaders must continually assess their communication strategies, seeking ways to make their vision more relatable and inspiring to their teams. This question encourages leaders to refine their storytelling and messaging skills. Am I Empowering My Team? Am I Adapting to Change? The world is in a constant state of flux.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2020

And how will this change the way we love, manage and learn from others? Real Teams Win : What Smart Leaders Need to Know Now About Achieving Peak Performance by Thomas L. Human progress has risen to great heights, but at the same time it has prompted anxiety about where we're heading. Are our jobs under threat?

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 15, 2012

Because he took the time to deliver the tough conversation to me, I had the opportunity to make a change, and ultimately I became one of his strongest team members. Today, many of the most successful organizations on the planet intentionally use storytelling as a key leadership tool ,” explains Smith.

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Change Starts Here

SEPTEMBER 20, 2011

Today’s guest, Richie Cullom, is Senior IT Manager at Genuine Parts Corporation. An avid writer, he is also a storyteller at heart. He has merged these two areas to bring corporate storytelling to life as he manages high performance teams that develop and deliver strategic product updates.

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Lead from Within

JULY 27, 2023

Be consistent: As a leader, it is important to keep the lines of communication open and stay in touch with your team. This could mean having regular check-ins or team meetings, or simply making an effort to be available when your team members have questions or concerns.

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CO2

DECEMBER 14, 2023

According to a study by the International Coaching Federation, coaching clients reported improved work performance, better business management, increased self-confidence, and more effective communication skills. This case exemplifies the transformative power of executive business coaching.

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Great Results Team Building

APRIL 3, 2023

Connect with Randy on Twitter at @RandyConley Wally Bock – Leadership Storytelling “Storytelling is a leadership power tool.” As a team leader or employee, the quality of your days and the quality of your results is likely impacted significatnly by the quality of your teammates. of their valuable leaders.

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HR Digest

OCTOBER 21, 2023

Companies love saying it but employees dread hearing it— it’s time for some team-building activities ! We’d be lying if we said companies loved them either as the process of organizing and scheduling team activities for work can be quite laborious. Let us look at some examples.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 29, 2022

All of Paul Smith’s three books on storytelling are must-reads for business leaders, salespeople and parents. And, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. Every great leader is a great storyteller.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2017

Jesse summarizes, “When managers act like coaches, everyone benefits. Anne Perschel of Germane Coaching and Consulting provided Developing Team Norms, Why it Doesn’t Work and what to Do Instead. Anne writes, “Developing team norms is among the most effective ways to improve your team’s effectiveness.

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QAspire

AUGUST 5, 2010

Home Go to QAspire.com Guest Posts Disclaimer Engagement, Leadership and Power of Storytelling Last week, I had a short conversation with one of my colleagues in HR about the all important topic of employee engagement. Megha By Conor Neill , August 6, 2010 @ 12:34 pm Storytelling is a skill - it can be developed with practice.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 29, 2021

Paul Smith’s books on storytelling are must-reads for business leaders, salespeople and parents. And, his latest book, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. Every great leader is a great storyteller. He can be found at LeadWithAStory.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 26, 2019

Showing your team that you prioritize ongoing education sends the message they should do the same. It’s important to not just stay up to speed on the technical aspects of your team’s work, but also on general leadership and management practices. A good coach is always encouraging his team members to improve their skills.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 4, 2015

In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Since the book was published about three years ago, my admiration for Paul's passion for storytelling and helping to teach people how to effectively tell stories has only but grown.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 17, 2019

All of Paul Smith’s three books on storytelling are must-reads for business leaders, salespeople and parents. And, The 10 Stories Great Leaders Tell , is yet another required read for leaders – managers, CEOs and team leaders. Every great leader is a great storyteller.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 8, 2020

Resinator (Leader of Packaging Team). Master of Disaster (Disaster Management Lead). Catalyst (Office Manager). Culture operations manager (HR Officer). Director of Storytelling (Social Media Analyst). Money Maestro (Accounts Manager). Senior Kindle Evangelist (Kindle Manager).

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2021

Anxiety at Work : 8 Strategies to Help Teams Build Resilience, Handle Uncertainty, and Get Stuff Done by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton. Increasingly, leaders and managers must support mental health and cultivate resilience in employees — not just increase engagement and performance. If so, you may have had anxiety at work.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 28, 2021

Power is a dynamic present in all of our relationships and it’s one we need to properly manage to help our relationships develop to their fullest potential. Expression of gratitude spreads goodwill within a team and causes social bonding. In and of itself, power is amoral; it’s neither good nor bad.

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Lead from Within

MAY 15, 2023

As a leader, you want to do right by your company, your people, and your teams. Be a strategic storyteller: When communicating the company’s strategy, it’s important to tell an inspiring story that communicates the why and how. However, this approach is rarely effective. This is the only way to engage and motivate them.

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CoachStation

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

They are all very useful tips that can make a sustained difference to how your teams perform. 1) Many of us are guilty of over-using words, especially in business. . ■ The importance of effective internal communication. ■ The organisation’s willingness and ability to learn, grow and proactively manage change.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Whether it's the death of a friend, loss of a job, a bad break-up or the isolation of Covid-19, those who manage to be where their feet are will grow, stretch and emerge stronger, smarter and more prepared as we find peace and gratitude in the pause. Based on two decades of research and illustrated through vivid storytelling, Sandra J.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 4, 2014

She spent the first 10 years of her business as a consultant to large companies such as Hewlett-Packard, Charles Schwab and Cisco Systems, where she worked with thousands of executives, managers and employees. Here’s a link to the podcast if you can’t see or use the embed below).

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2017

Six Ways To Lead On A Multi-Generational Team by @TerriKlass. 8 Techniques to Help Your Middle Managers Cultivate Their “Sweet Spot” in Your Org by @LetsGrowLeaders. 8 Techniques to Help Your Middle Managers Cultivate Their “Sweet Spot” in Your Org by @LetsGrowLeaders. 10 Ways Leaders Build a Good Name – @WScottCochrane.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 19, 2017

How about reengineering, total quality management, performance management, learning organization, value analysis, managed care, or employee satisfaction? The Owl Approach to Storytelling: Lead with Your Life , the first book from Sandy Coletta , is available now. The trappings: Look in your driveway.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 7, 2020

We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, team building, and more. The question for purpose may fuel yourself and your team. And how about your team?” Team Building. Time to rally the team.” Communication.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 5, 2020

We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Here are some ideas to help teams to stay connected while minimizing online fatigue.” Communication. ” Find Thomas on Twitter at @i4cp.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 15, 2023

Or to play for a professional sports team, write a novel, or perform with a well-regarded symphony or ballet company. But it does tend to favor storytelling over planning. Ambition should also be for the team—it’s the job of a great leader to make others shine. So, what does a good leader or manager do?

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

A: Microsoft Power BI training is crucial because it gives applicants the know-how to manage data sources, navigate the tool’s interface, and produce informative reports. This demonstrates your capacity to help non-technical teams work with technological teams.

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

If an organization takes this seriously then a range of avenues will be provided, from a culture of open disclosure within teams all the way to confidential counseling services. Share through storytelling – stories are a wonderful part of any change initiative as they help to truly embed the values of an organization.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 27, 2016

Data Storytellers become Business Strategists : As I wrote in earlier articles , a special brand of data analyst will emerge that can leverage the sophisticated data analytics capabilities available to produce meaningful information for running the business. They become important members of the Business 2.0

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