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More Job Interview Confidence Tips - by Doris HelgeLeadership Position with A Hyper-Critical Boss - by Doris HelgeBusiness Owner Blues Require Leadership Changes - by Doris Helge- Managing Organizational Change -- What to do if Your Team is Resisting Change - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Mark BuchanIntroduction Change is a mysterious subject and change managers have their views on what is the best way to make change happen. I doubt if anyone who has ever been involved with change management would say that all of the change initiatives that they have rolled out have been hugely ...
Views: 1927(3 votes) - TAKE THE LEAD: You have what it takes. Here’s how! - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2010 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieOUR INHERENT NATURE We are all teachers and students and we are all leaders and followers. Why do I say this? It is the nature of existence. We have to engage in life-long learning if we want our success to continue. So we have to humble ourselves and get other people, be they younger or older ...
Views: 1219(3 votes) - The Five You Forgot to Thank - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2010 from Darcy EikenbergThe US Thanksgiving holiday comes and goes so quickly, so let's just assume we've done a good job of expressing thanks for the biggies: our families, friends, and close colleagues; the men and women serving and protecting our communities and countries; our farmers and factory workers providing ...
Views: 813(3 votes) - The Importance Of Brain Gym Especially To Those In Leadership Roles - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Chris D'CruzA lot of people spend a considerable amount of time in the gym honing their bodies, and while regular exercise is always good for the body and physical fitness, did you know that the brain requires just as much attention? Why hasn’t anyone made a habit of going to a “brain gym”? After all, the ...
Views: 904(3 votes) - The Importance of Trust - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2010 from Michael FriesenWith your indulgence, here is an excerpt on trust from a book I wrote two years ago. “The root of all effective human relationships is trust. All relationships have trust in some form or another or else the bond will not last. Trust is so pivotal to all human interaction and is a business ...
Views: 4269(3 votes) - What is Your Word Worth? - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2010 from Michael FriesenHere is a way to stand out in any crowd: keep your word. Seriously. Do not make the smallest, implied commitment without intentionally remembering and following through. Write it down … on your forehead if necessary. (OK, I’m kidding about your forehead.) Why does keeping a commitment matter? ...
Views: 1139(3 votes) - Which Voice Do You Feed? - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Judith RichardsonAs a woman entrepreneur, my vision is for work environments that support and sustain life; that invite health, humor, compassion and truth. We succeed without having to sacrifice our integrity or anyone else's. We take part in creating something greater than ourselves; be part of something ...
Views: 954(3 votes) - Why gratitude makes you a better manager? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Wendy WoodsMakes you more empathetic. People with a strong disposition toward gratitude have the capacity to be empathic and to take the perspective of others (McCullough, Emmons, & Tsang, 2002). Empathy is one of the skills required for Emotional Intelligence which accounts for 80% of success at ...
Views: 1765(6 votes) - How to Raise Up New Leaders: the Power of Self-Duplication - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Debora McLaughlinIt’s been said that the ability to spot talent is one of the greatest talents a person can have. This is especially true when it comes to being a leader. Your ability to lead a team or organization is always going to be limited to how available you are to each of your team members. So if you ...
Views: 998(5 votes) - 10 Ways to Make a Great First Impression - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Angie ThompsonWe all meet new people, in all phases of our lives. In some of those situations we may not be consciously thinking about the importance of making a good first impression; however, conscious or not, we are always making an impression. Sometimes - be it the person we are meeting, the situation ...
Views: 817(2 votes) - 3 Ways to Keep Your Next Meeting Out of the Weeds - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2010 from Angie ThompsonGrowing up on a farm I know a little bit about getting in the weeds. And I know when you find yourself there, especially if the weeds are thick and tall, the going gets tough and you might even lose your way. I don`t know about your office, but my experience is that this happens in meetings ...
Views: 838(2 votes) - 5 Ways to Ignite Productivity, Power & Passion in Your Team - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Cookie Tuminello“Be enthusiastic as a leader. You can't light a fire with a wet match!” – Author Unknown Isn’t it interesting that we can light a firecracker on the 4th of July faster than we can ignite a fire in ourselves and our team? I had a client recently that complained they were having a hard time ...
Views: 1740(2 votes) - Are You a Tweeter? - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThanks to intent.com, I now am. I figured if a community that I love and respect and appreciate, like intent.com, joins Twitter…. I better check it out. I’m still not sure I get it. Why would someone who doesn’t know me want to follow me? Is it more for the famous and stalkers of the ...
Views: 850(2 votes) - ATTITUDE AND HUMAN RELATIONS - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2007 from Patricia BagbyI see more careers damaged through faulty human relations skills than through a lack of technical ability. Many people are technically smart, but human relations dumb, because they seem unaware that simply knowing how to do a job is not the key to success. To produce results, most of us depend ...
Views: 6036(2 votes) - Best ways to Improve Learning with Organizational Development Management - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Sonu ParasharBusinesses are in the process of uninterrupted change. Nobody can stop these processes. No particular action is required for changes to happen. Some changes in businesses may be positive; then it’s ordinary to use the term development. Which organizational changes are perceived ‘positive’ – that ...
Views: 1113(2 votes) - Can Training Leadership Be Beneficial To Everyone - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzIt is easy to explain what a good leader should be and what leadership qualities he should have in him but it is not that easy to practice them in a real life scenario. Every person cannot be a leader and every leader may not contain the traits he need to be a successful leader. So, if you ...
Views: 656(2 votes) - Check Back Your Key to Delegation Success! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2021 from Dr Rick GoodmanIn order to grow your business, you're going to have to trust that your staff members are capable of getting the job's done that you assign to them. That means you're going to have to do something that may be uncomfortable for some of you and easy for others. You’re going to have to ...
Views: 1606(2 votes) - Customer Service: Department vs. Attitude - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Michael FriesenWhat is customer service? This is really about caring for the customer much broader than simply another transaction. It is about looking beyond the moment of the sale. It is about cultivating loyalty among customers and employees. You and I have both been in establishments where it almost ...
Views: 1292(2 votes) - Effective Decision-Making: How To Evaluate Options - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Erik LuhrsI have been fortunate to have a number of mentors and coaches who help me with every facet of my business. And though I have never credited him as being one of my mentors, bits and pieces of my father’s advice play a major role in how I conduct my business. One of his favorite ditties has to ...
Views: 6782(2 votes) - Four Critical Characteristics of Veracious Leaders - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Edward KnabThe largest global shortfall is that of leadership; if you don’t believe it, look around. We are surrounded by politicians, bankers, financial advisors, real estate brokers, government officials, charities, educators and others, that all have their hand in the collective cookie jar and espouse ...
Views: 1850(2 votes) - Four Leadership (and Life) Lessons from a Water Park - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Angie ThompsonI spent yesterday with my family at Michigan Adventure, an amusement park with roller coasters, other types of rides and a full water park. My family chose to spend the day at the water park. As I sat in a tube on rides, laid in a chair in the sun or shade, let the waves crash over me in the ...
Views: 761(2 votes) - How Do You Make Your Big Ideas Really Happen? - by Submitted on May 02, 2013 from Yoon CannonHere’s an interesting question I received on Linkedin from Richard Sink who asked: “What lessons can you share with us about strategies when trying to turn your ideas (be it for social good or professional gain) into a reality?” Hi Richard, Great question. I work with start up’s on ...
Views: 1565(2 votes) - How To Attain Leadership Development Acts - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Chris D'CruzA successful leader is one who’s able to communicate effectively with the people he leads; it is very important for a leader to form attributes that aid in their leadership acts. There are quite a number of books and articles written on how an individual can affect leadership development acts ...
Views: 741(2 votes) - Is Charismatic Leadership The Guaranteed Pathway To Success - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzCharismatic leadership is a quality or a power to command something mainly a group of people to achieve the desired results of a common effort. It is a way to regulate someone in order to comply with the rules and procedures planned to make the vision achievable. It also ensures that there must ...
Views: 655(2 votes) - Key Benefits Of Leadership Games In Leadership Development Programs - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzNo matter it is a company, a family, committee or a nation, they all require people having complete package of leadership skills which include leadership games. A leader is not a boss but a person who is committed to obtain mission and guides all other members to achieve common goal. A leader ...
Views: 628(2 votes) - Leadership and the Worm’s Eye View - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Debora McLaughlinBeing in leadership gives you a unique viewpoint, a “bird’s eye view” of what’s happening in your organization and with your team. It’s this view point that gives you the objectivity and the wisdom to lead your team to places beyond their current position, and that’s a good thing. However, being ...
Views: 1348(4 votes) - Leadership Development - Inspiring the Team to Achieve Goals - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Kate TammemagiIn Business, Leadership is about inspiring followers to achieve Team or Organizational goals. You may be a Team Leader or Manager in a Business, and you may have built the respect of your Team. Your next challenge is to get them focused in the right direction, the direction that will achieve ...
Views: 1907(2 votes) - Leadership Doctorate Programs new model for leadership - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2012 from Sonu ParasharThe first big flow of leadership development occurred with the embodiment of the MBA degree, followed by the executive professional MBA program and doctorate MBA program. Originally developed for non-business people, these programs offer a usable overview of the organization world and a ...
Views: 1206(2 votes) - Leadership Helps - Few Facts On Training Leadership - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership helps and it’s vital for organizations to invest in training their leaders as this will decide the performance of their employees and of course this will impact on the success of the organization. Most people say that leadership cannot be trained as it comes naturally. Though this may ...
Views: 588(2 votes) - Leadership Programs – Leaders and Others - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Elle WoodLeadership programs are essential in any scenario whether it is an organization, educational institution, or an event, since there is always a need for people to assess the situation and guide others accordingly. In a company very often the employees look forward to a purpose and satisfaction in ...
Views: 950(4 votes) - Leadership Success - A Classification Of Leadership Traits - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzEver since the method of directed thought has taken root in the human thinking process, many have wondered upon a significant question, is leadership a skill that one is born with or can years of training and study instill the talents of a leader? The answer to this particular question is ...
Views: 681(2 votes) - Leadership Theory – Quick Facts About Leadership Theories - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership theories can be distinguished between who gets to be a leader and a follower. There are quite a number of leadership theories, it is very important for an individual to understand each leadership theory and note how it affects their individual lives. Mentioned under are some these ...
Views: 1236(2 votes) - Mindset Matters: Is the Heart Always Right? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2012 from Valencia RayMindset is like a thermostat. Where your mind is set, like a thermostat. The setting holds the temperature—temperament, as in mindset—in place. Mindset settings have two basic ingredients: thoughts and feelings. Belief is formed from emotionalized thought that has an assigned meaning. Brain ...
Views: 1287(2 votes) - Overcoming Business Challenges - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Vic LahureWhen starting a new business, there are two major challenges people often face. They are: finding a network that can be trusted and finding sound advice and guidance. A network you can trust is crucial. If you aren’t able to use a marketing system that will make you money you’ll just continue ...
Views: 1162(2 votes) - Quick Facts on Leadership Philosophy - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership style in every organization is very important. How you lead an organization will hugely determine how well your organization will perform. It may help increase or decrease your staff’s motivation. There are three major leadership philosophy and they include: Authoritative or ...
Views: 890(2 votes) - Searching for the Holy-Grail of Work-Life Balance - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2010 from Angie ThompsonJust coming off a vacation gives me a good chance to think about work-life balance. As leaders and achievers it is a topic often discussed in workshops and in casual conversations. People are so busy and feel pulled in so many directions that they find this idea of work-life balance ...
Views: 693(2 votes) - Staying Positive in a Negative Environment - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2006 from Julie DonleyStaying Positive in a Negative Environment By Julie Fuimano, Executive Coach Probably one of the hardest things we must do as leaders is to stay positive when everyone else around us is negative. It’s not easy to maintain a positive attitude and not be drained or consumed by the negativity that ...
Views: 11478(2 votes) - Stop Your Past from Creating Your Future, Today - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Denise StarrettWhen resonating at a high frequency of energy, we attract what we want into our lives with little or no effort. Ironically, while it takes a lot of effort to become a master in what you do, there is no real effort necessary in the thing we can truly master, which is being who we are. So what ...
Views: 1172(4 votes) - The Definition Of Leadership And How Can You Be A Great Leader - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzSome people think that leaders are inborn but there are the people who think that although some people have inherited leadership traits but it is also possible to learn leadership traits. Only desire and willpower is needed to transform you to a good leader. Continuous process of self study, ...
Views: 676(2 votes) - The Key Characteristics Of A Leader - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership as they say is not an easy task but is one of the activities that can allow one make history for their names in the course of their lifetimes. Mostly, characteristics of a leader are qualities inherent from birth. In other words, they are born to do it. That is why most people usually ...
Views: 780(2 votes) - The Reviews are In: Performance Reviews Suck - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Michelle RandallEarlier this month, the Wall Street Journal reports that 58% HR professionals give their own performance management systems a grade of C or below. Some go as far as saying performance reviews are hurting companies and should stop. So why do we keep doing them? Because it’s easier than the ...
Views: 1566(2 votes) - The Trifecta of Growth - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2010 from Erik TherwangerEveryone wants to improve their results, especially when it involves their income. Sales associates, business owners, managers, and leaders, attempt to structure their day to experience growth. I meet with people each day who are committed, dedicated, and passionate about building their ...
Views: 1537(2 votes) - Three Tips To Develop Your Leadership Skills - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Ewen ChiaAre you a leader either in your work place or in school? Maybe you want to develop your leadership skills and bring them to the next level. In this article, I will be describing to you three tips on how you can do so. I hope you will open your mind to what I am about to share here. I believe it ...
Views: 1313(2 votes) - Time For A Leadership Ethics Check - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Frank BucaroNow may be the time, in the midst of an economic recovery, that companies stop to take a good hard look at their ethics initiatives. Many companies have started to notice that being ethical and acting ethical is a vital and integral component to business success, especially in this economic ...
Views: 1262(2 votes) - TOASTMASTERS DOES NOT WANT YOU TO BE A GREAT SPEAKER! - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Fred HaleyToastmasters does not want you to be a great speaker. That’s right. Toastmasters does not want you to be a great speaker. I know what you are screaming. “That’s ludicrous,” you say. “Doesn’t Toastmasters have a ‘World Champion of Public Speaking’ every year?” Yes. It is ...
Views: 4063(2 votes) - Too Many Sheep - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2010 from Keith JohnstonI recently visited an organization that was suffering from what I call “too many sheep”. My first exposure to this organization of financial planners was at a seminar presenting their services to prospective clients. The seminar began with a brief introduction by one of the representatives, ...
Views: 1074(4 votes) - Transformational Leadership In The 21st Century - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzTransformational Leadership - If we look back towards the beginning of this current century, the phrase that marked the ending of the previous era in our evolution was “Rapid-Change”, human beings have piled upon their stacks of knowledge in an exponential manner during the past five decades or ...
Views: 873(2 votes) - Translation, Not Transcription, is the Key to Business Success - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2013 from Pat HeydlauffChange occurs constantly and your business must learn to adapt. From the telegraph to the cell phone, the personal computer to the Internet, companies have access to newer and better tools to do business in the 21st century. However, many organizations find success, even moderate success, yet ...
Views: 1314(2 votes) - What Are Leadership Styles And How Can You Benefit From Them - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership is to organize a group of people to perform a task by directing and motivating them. Your leader could be formal or informal. He should just have the quality of leading the people and keeping them together. There is a great responsibility on his shoulder and he has to make sure that ...
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