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As many of us are either wrapping up our summers or have already wrapped it, I thought it would be fun to share a few leadership lessons that I learned from my summer vacation. Tweet it out: Determine what vacation means to you – and create more of them. MORE
I can’t count how many times I’ve heard business leaders, community leaders, experts, etc., talk on and on about servant leadership. It’s fascinating that we all talk about how much we value servant leaders, we want to be led by servant leaders, and strive to become one. Yet it’s still so rare to see it before your eyes in real life. . One of the most effective ways I’ve experienced to really put your money where your mouth is on this one is to actually go out and serve others. MORE
Confidence isn’t the absence of anxiety. Confidence is the ability to step into anxiety and see what good might result. Where does confidence to face anxiety come from? Anxiety: You’re anxious when you… Continue reading → Leading MORE
One of the best ways to improve your customer journey on your eCommerce site is to ensure your website is easy to use, but where do you start? MORE
The opportunities for learning leadership fundamentals have never been greater. Over the next few weeks, I will be doing a free series on the leadership fundamental of setting expectations and some important related topics. MORE
Y OU PROBABLY HEAR the word culture a lot, but what does it mean? We’ll discuss it here but I can definitively tell you this: Without a strong company culture, you can’t create a fulfilling environment for your employees. In fact, the whole idea of culture is a moving target. MORE
By Linda Fisher Thornton Who we include in our ethical thinking, and how broadly we consider our responsibility to others are important elements of ethical leadership. In Part 1 of this series, I explored the Depth of our thinking, and in Part 2, I broke down issues related to understanding Context. MORE
It’s the number one challenge we hear from managers – time. You need time to do the work only you can do, but how do you support your team and get your work done? It’s especially challenging when your team is […]. MORE
There are times when we struggle to figure out what to do next. How do you put one foot in front of the other when you can’t even take the next step? That’s life sometimes. We are hit with unexpected life circumstances. Your spouse decides to leave you. A child (or dog) dies. You get […] The post What To Do When You Don’t Know What To Do appeared first on Joseph Lalonde. Personal Development answers faith God questions MORE
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“My husband says a conversation with Dan is like surgery without anesthesia.” During a birthday party for a long-time coaching client.) People don’t tell leaders the truth. MORE
You can’t do difficult things fast. If you want to go fast, do something easy. The need for speed requires repetition, simplicity, and ease. MORE
Owning a business nowadays can be a struggle. It can cause stress, worry and be a financial burden. Today we are going to be looking at how you can alleviate some of those daily stresses just by updating some of the ways you do things. Outsource. MORE
Over the past few years, there’s been a greater acceptance that one critical measure to succeeding at leadership is building and nurturing relationships amongst those you lead. MORE
When you’re a team leader, it can be very tempting to have your team around you all day, every day. MORE
If you’re like most leaders, the days can be long and filled with millions of things to do, and it’s easy to lose sight of your energy. And the same is true of the people on your team. MORE
Jump In. Have you ever watched a child going off the diving board for the first time? She approaches and then scurries back; then she tries again. Slowly, she works a bit closer to the edge. And, finally, she takes that brave step out into the air and … splash! MORE
Why are so many leadership development and high potential talent programs continuing to fail, or at the very least, not producing what we hope for? The answer is simple, those at the top of the organization are in denial about their own leadership capability. MORE
At our weekly coaching session, my client was more serious and quiet than usual. When I asked what was wrong, he said, “Nothing.”. After a long pause, he asked me, “What is the best advice you would give to a leader who is a fixer?”. MORE
There are plenty of reasons people dislike meetings. Just ask and you’ll have no trouble getting a long list. But let’s not focus on the negative. Instead of listing the problems with meetings, I’d rather talk about creating better meetings. MORE
The mere mention of the word change sends shivers up the spines of those who are resistant to change. Do you know who those people are? They’re everyday, normal people like you or me. Change is a scary word. I hated it for a long time. MORE
I S IT POSSIBLE to have your cake and eat it too? If there was a way to find your ideal job and build your dream business, would you consider both? Most people see this dichotomy and feel that they need to choose one dream over the other. MORE
Guest post from Gui Costin: When it comes to shopping and buying, the Millennial generation appears to play by its own rules. MORE
Last week we shared reasons employees might resist your coaching. There’s one other vital factor to ensure your feedback is heard. Ground Yourself Here Before Giving Feedback Steve had thrown every ounce of energy into launching his most important strategic initiative. Everyone […]. MORE
Louie has had an annoying habit since the day I adopted him almost six years ago. I cannot train it out of him, and I cannot coax it out of him. It’s almost as if it’s in his DNA and he seems to be clueless about this behavior. What is the annoying habit? He walks right in front of me. On our walks, he usually stays beside me, but he will cross paths in a blink of an eye right in front of my feet. This is not only annoying but also frustrating, and he will frequently trip me. MORE
Do you often feel that the day gallops away with you and you don’t get done what you wanted? Do you get frustrated by all the items that distract you in your day? Well, the good news is that you are not alone—but the challenge is that you are being reactive in your business, rather than pro-active. Great leaders understand that they need to grab the reins and take charge of their business if they are to be successful. They need to lead their day, rather than let the day lead them. MORE
A Reel Leadership Article. Brian Banks was a rising football star at Polytechnic High School in Long Beach, California. He had what it would take to make it into the NFL. Then tragedy struck. In 2002, Brian Banks (Aldis Hodge) was wrongfully convicted of rape through a plea of no contest. MORE
You see yourself as sunny. Others think you’re cloudy. The way you occur to others and the way you perceive yourself are two different things. MORE
Do you often get frustrated with the introverts or extroverts in your world? It’s true that opposites attract, but their success depends on how they interact. Without careful maintenance and balance they quickly go off the rails. MORE
Few things in organizational life are more dangerous than speaking truth to power. But isolated leaders become arrogant, indulgent, and authoritarian. Incompetent leaders count on reluctance to maintain their position and power. MORE
Lead from Within
AUGUST 20, 2019
At our weekly coaching session, my client was more serious and quiet than usual. When I asked what was wrong, he said, “Nothing.”. After a long pause, he asked me, “What is the best advice you would give to a leader who is a fixer?”.
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 19, 2019
You see yourself as sunny. Others think you’re cloudy. The way you occur to others and the way you perceive yourself are two different things.
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 19, 2019
A Reel Leadership Article. Brian Banks was a rising football star at Polytechnic High School in Long Beach, California. He had what it would take to make it into the NFL. Then tragedy struck. In 2002, Brian Banks (Aldis Hodge) was wrongfully convicted of rape through a plea of no contest.
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 20, 2019
I can’t count how many times I’ve heard business leaders, community leaders, experts, etc., talk on and on about servant leadership. It’s fascinating that we all talk about how much we value servant leaders, we want to be led by servant leaders, and strive to become one. Yet it’s still so rare to see it before your eyes in real life. . One of the most effective ways I’ve experienced to really put your money where your mouth is on this one is to actually go out and serve others.
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Companies with the right mix of benefits saw a 138% drop in employee turnover. Learn how you can lower your employee attrition rate and retain top talent.
Leading Blog
AUGUST 22, 2019
Y OU PROBABLY HEAR the word culture a lot, but what does it mean? We’ll discuss it here but I can definitively tell you this: Without a strong company culture, you can’t create a fulfilling environment for your employees. In fact, the whole idea of culture is a moving target.
Leading in Context
AUGUST 21, 2019
By Linda Fisher Thornton Who we include in our ethical thinking, and how broadly we consider our responsibility to others are important elements of ethical leadership. In Part 1 of this series, I explored the Depth of our thinking, and in Part 2, I broke down issues related to understanding Context.
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Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 21, 2019
Do you often get frustrated with the introverts or extroverts in your world? It’s true that opposites attract, but their success depends on how they interact. Without careful maintenance and balance they quickly go off the rails.
Leading Blog
AUGUST 20, 2019
I S IT POSSIBLE to have your cake and eat it too? If there was a way to find your ideal job and build your dream business, would you consider both? Most people see this dichotomy and feel that they need to choose one dream over the other.
N2Growth Blog
AUGUST 18, 2019
Why are so many leadership development and high potential talent programs continuing to fail, or at the very least, not producing what we hope for? The answer is simple, those at the top of the organization are in denial about their own leadership capability.
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 21, 2019
There are times when we struggle to figure out what to do next. How do you put one foot in front of the other when you can’t even take the next step? That’s life sometimes. We are hit with unexpected life circumstances. Your spouse decides to leave you. A child (or dog) dies. You get […] The post What To Do When You Don’t Know What To Do appeared first on Joseph Lalonde. Personal Development answers faith God questions
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An attractive benefits program can be a highly effective recruiting and retention tool. But to make benefits a competitive advantage, employers must get creative with their benefits strategy or risk losing out on the best talent. Learn how to build a benefits package that your employees will love.
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 22, 2019
Do you often feel that the day gallops away with you and you don’t get done what you wanted? Do you get frustrated by all the items that distract you in your day? Well, the good news is that you are not alone—but the challenge is that you are being reactive in your business, rather than pro-active. Great leaders understand that they need to grab the reins and take charge of their business if they are to be successful. They need to lead their day, rather than let the day lead them.
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 20, 2019
As many of us are either wrapping up our summers or have already wrapped it, I thought it would be fun to share a few leadership lessons that I learned from my summer vacation. Tweet it out: Determine what vacation means to you – and create more of them.
Great Leadership By Dan
AUGUST 22, 2019
Guest post from Gui Costin: When it comes to shopping and buying, the Millennial generation appears to play by its own rules.
Tanveer Naseer
AUGUST 20, 2019
Over the past few years, there’s been a greater acceptance that one critical measure to succeeding at leadership is building and nurturing relationships amongst those you lead.
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Great HR leaders are continually looking for new ways to develop their people and build companies that people want to work for. A well-considered Personal Development Plan (PDP) is one huge part of that. Download Paycor's guide today, and learn new tips and best practices to help create effective development plans for your people.
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 23, 2019
Louie has had an annoying habit since the day I adopted him almost six years ago. I cannot train it out of him, and I cannot coax it out of him. It’s almost as if it’s in his DNA and he seems to be clueless about this behavior. What is the annoying habit? He walks right in front of me. On our walks, he usually stays beside me, but he will cross paths in a blink of an eye right in front of my feet. This is not only annoying but also frustrating, and he will frequently trip me.
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 21, 2019
Few things in organizational life are more dangerous than speaking truth to power. But isolated leaders become arrogant, indulgent, and authoritarian. Incompetent leaders count on reluctance to maintain their position and power.
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 19, 2019
There are plenty of reasons people dislike meetings. Just ask and you’ll have no trouble getting a long list. But let’s not focus on the negative. Instead of listing the problems with meetings, I’d rather talk about creating better meetings.
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 20, 2019
When you’re a team leader, it can be very tempting to have your team around you all day, every day.
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Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 19, 2019
Last week we shared reasons employees might resist your coaching. There’s one other vital factor to ensure your feedback is heard. Ground Yourself Here Before Giving Feedback Steve had thrown every ounce of energy into launching his most important strategic initiative. Everyone […].
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 22, 2019
Confidence isn’t the absence of anxiety. Confidence is the ability to step into anxiety and see what good might result. Where does confidence to face anxiety come from? Anxiety: You’re anxious when you… Continue reading → Leading
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 18, 2019
The opportunities for learning leadership fundamentals have never been greater. Over the next few weeks, I will be doing a free series on the leadership fundamental of setting expectations and some important related topics.
Engaging Leader
AUGUST 19, 2019
With four very different generations making up today’s workforce, how do you effectively engage them all? In particular, a frequent question we receive is how to communicate with younger employees.
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Examining five years of anonymous data from over 6 million users in 170+ countries, Spigit has discovered that a culture of innovation can be measured – with a 99% statistical confidence level – by a metric called "ideation rate." Download the eBook now for an in-depth look at this groundbreaking study.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 23, 2019
Owning a business nowadays can be a struggle. It can cause stress, worry and be a financial burden. Today we are going to be looking at how you can alleviate some of those daily stresses just by updating some of the ways you do things. Outsource.
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 23, 2019
You can’t do difficult things fast. If you want to go fast, do something easy. The need for speed requires repetition, simplicity, and ease.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 23, 2019
It’s the number one challenge we hear from managers – time. You need time to do the work only you can do, but how do you support your team and get your work done? It’s especially challenging when your team is […].
Engaging Leader
AUGUST 19, 2019
In case you didn’t already realize it, the people who are graduating college now and entering your workforce are not considered Millennials … they are the next generation, Gen Z (sometimes called Post-Millennials).
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To increase employee retention, you need to consider more than universal healthcare benefits in your turnover calculation. Discover how investing in the right employee benefits can decrease turnover by 138%.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 23, 2019
One of the best ways to improve your customer journey on your eCommerce site is to ensure your website is easy to use, but where do you start?
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 20, 2019
“My husband says a conversation with Dan is like surgery without anesthesia.” During a birthday party for a long-time coaching client.) People don’t tell leaders the truth.
Lead from Within
AUGUST 20, 2019
If you’re like most leaders, the days can be long and filled with millions of things to do, and it’s easy to lose sight of your energy. And the same is true of the people on your team.
Skip Prichard
AUGUST 22, 2019
Jump In. Have you ever watched a child going off the diving board for the first time? She approaches and then scurries back; then she tries again. Slowly, she works a bit closer to the edge. And, finally, she takes that brave step out into the air and … splash!
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Every company wants to be a leader in innovation, but how can you tell if your company is really innovating or just going through the motions? See the 5 signs you might be faking innovation and what to do if you are.
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