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It happens often.rnYou are leading a team and some (maybe all) of the members see themselves as individual contributors, not necessarily members of a team. They state (and show) that they’d rather work alone, and prefer individual accomplishments and results to tying their fortunes to a team.rnBut you want a cohesive team – a group collaborating freely and harnessing the synergy that comes from 1+1+1=more than 3. How can you convince, cajole or persuade your individual co

What is confidence? You can't see it, touch it or buy it; however, you can feel in with in and see it in other people. It's an energy and a belief system about yourself that is similar to a muscle, growing and getting stronger or shrinking and weakening. What would you try if you had more confidence? How would it change your life? Most people are confident in some areas of their life compared to others. Here are a few tips to gain confidence in any areas of your life. YOUR BODY Our bodies react to our emotions.

Return on Investment - better known as ROI - is a critical key business indicator. Businesses live or die based on their ROI. Business investors rightfully demand to know the projected ROI of every investment in order to decide whether to put their money on the table. At best, ROI is always ...

Top-level executives and business leaders operate under unpredictable workplace conditions that still rely on traditional business models that cannot answer these times. Leadership programs are designed to provide them with the knowledge and expertise about leadership and strategic concepts and also equip them with worldwide business issues and functional excellence. Leadership programs give you the edge to achieve the best in both personal and professional lives. These progr

"What lies before us and what lies behind us are small matters compared to what lies within us. And when we bring what is within out into the world, miracles happen." - Henry David Thoreau One of the obstacles in deciding to go back to work, change careers or go back to school is the "someday ...

How to build a global Personal Brand in 10 simple steps I’m off to give a talk tonight on personal branding to a group of 35 motivated and biz savvy women who wanted to know exactly what to do to build thriving global personal brands. I was asked to give this talk in a way that would be relevant to busy mompreneurs. In celebration of Mother’s Day, I was reminded that I had better keep it short, relevant and very simple to execute.

I recently attended an event focused on leadership. The event featured speakers who focused on the touchy-feely aspect of leadership. Words like inspire and empower were used frequently, paired with power points containing images of impressive mountain ranges, and beautiful seascapes. There’s no doubt that good leaders inspire and empower, those are words I know I’ve used frequently in this blog. However, the presentations at this event made me think more about the reality of leading and how it isn’t always as pretty as those presentations made it seem. Leadership is stressful.

We have always been told that "The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People" espouses the philosophy of win-win as being the only way to negotiate and form agreements with other people - be they at home, at work, in the community or wherever. However Stephen Covey actually tells us that sometimes Win-Lose or Lose-Win or even some other philosophy may be needed. The problem is that you may not fully understand win-win, read this article to find out more. nn“The 7 Habits of Highly

There are no corners safe from competition. Playing the field is one thing, managing to stay in it is another. The traditional selling approach of presenting features and benefits are no longer effective. So, how do you keep generating sales? What a company or business must do in order to keep up in the game is to define and develop their competitive advantage. Competition will always be the name of the game in the corporate or business world. You might as well add it to the

Let me first make a disclaimer: This blog is non-partisan. I am a registered Independent who can make a clear and logical argument as to why neither party is doing what needs to be done to get the economy moving, get our spending under control, and show true leadership in challenging times. In fact, I am hard-pressed to make an argument for either party as to what real direction, support or help Washington is providing to any of its constituents (customers) in building real t

Everyone would agree that we can learn from our life experiences. And everyone does.rnBut while we all have experiences every day, have you noticed that some people seem to glean far more from those experiences than others?rnIf you would like to better harvest the lessons from your experiences, consider putting on a different set of glasses.rnThe Movie ExperiencernHave you ever watched a movie with someone then talked about it after you watched it? Have you found that you not

Yep, I’ve stated my premise in the title. Your development is yours. It doesn’t belong to your boss or your organization, it belongs to you. I’ve stated my premise; now let me state my case.rnWho Benefits Most?rnWhen we think about you becoming more effective at work, whether that is technical skills, interpersonal skills or leadership skills, the organization definitely benefits from that, and that is why in many cases, organizations offer development opportunities, tr

Cosmetics Packaging Ideas That Will Make You Wonder There are so many different cosmetics brands who are selling their products so efficiently in the market. They are grabbing more and more customers by using astonishing and alluring packages. In addition to the quality, convenience, and other things designs and outlook of packages is more important. There are different packaging manufacturers who are working in this field for so many years and have more experience.

Every organization needs good leaders to tread forward. They are crucial for the critical development of the organization. Especially in times of fallbacks, leaders assist in keeping the work environment healthy and motivating. Today’s age requires proficient knowledge and calls for agility in leaders. They need help from their employers to learn how to be better on the work front. These skill-sets may be inter-personal or professional. Read on to know how to develop leader

By Kerrie Dancing Butterfly Yes you! Yes everyone! Everyone has the potential to be a leader. Especially now, all voices, all ideas, all perspectives, all talents, all skills, all resources and all hands are needed to dream and manifest new sustainable solutions into our collective reality. Each of us will be called to lead in different ways. What does leadership look like today? We may be using an outdated view of what it is to be a leader. Many think that being a leader mea

There’s nothing like an economic downturn to send levels of career-related stress through the ceiling. Because part of my job entails reviewing much of the “stuff” that gets published about careers, it dawned on me how stressful most of the advice becomes during difficult times, as well. So, as if there’s already not enough stress out there, the “how to” columns are filled with largely well-meaning – and largely lousy – advice.nnFundamental differences exist b

Every organization is composed of a different set of people who are unique in their own way. For an organization to be successful, it should be able to manage and lead its employees effectively. Formal training during the education years may not suffice for workplace challenges as they are far from different that one faces during his student life. Leadership training is essential for those individuals who wish to perform to their optimum capacity in an organization. These tra

“I destroy my enemies when I make them my friends.”n– Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United StatesnnThe world is looking for a new kind of leader who can bring hope and stability in dark economic times. President Obama could very well be that leader. Only time will tell. What can we learn so far from Obama’s style of leadership? Here are some observations to note for leading in the 21st century: nn1. Survival of the FittestnnCharles Darwin spoke of survival of

Here is a way to create something better. In my coaching, I call it “going out and coming back.” Not very original or creative but it works. The idea is to move into the future, define as much as possible out there and then come back to reality and decide on ways to get to the desired future state. Here is a practical exercise.

"They who dream by day are cognizant of many things which escape those who dream only by night." -Edgar Allan Poe Metaphors are great in visualizing your goals. They take you to your imagination and away from the "how." The how can often be a goal killer. Goals are usually going after something ...

I provided a seminar on Business and Marketing Plans for a group of senior managers recently. At the end of the session, during our final question and answer session, one attendee said, "I understand the value in everything you've shared today, but what can I do to increase sales right ...

New York is one of the greatest cities in not only the United States, but it is also very famous worldwide and is one of the perfect cities in the whole world. This place is so full of different things to see and so many sites that you can never watch enough of it. A lot of people come here to view the sites; some come to the city because of its famous Broadway shows while others come here to dine and shop.

If you are breathing, you are communicating. And you communicate in every role you play - friend, colleague, parent, spouse, coworker, leader, you name it. Since we communicate all the time, you`d think we`d all be pretty good at it, yet sadly that isn`t the case. We can - and we must - get better at it. Let me prove it with one question. When was the last time you said, or thought, "I already said that, weren`t they listening?" I`m guessing your answer is less than 24 hours

On December 15, 1966 Walt Disney died. His legacy and vision have lived on and expanded in amazing ways in the 48 years since his death. Walt has long been one of my business heroes – after all, look at what he created, and all done with the fabulous outcome of helping people smile, laugh and create lifelong memories. To commemorate his life, this post is meant to help all of us who are leaders learn from the man behind the mouse.rnTo do this, I will just use Walt’s words

It is one of those buzzwords, created by and repeated by consultants and "experts".rnThey pick a word or phrase and use it so much it gets a life of its own. And whatever relevance it had to begin with is lost in the faint nodding of heads (because everyone is supposed to agree) or the rolling of the eyes (because people are tired of that buzzword).rnThe buzzword of the day is transparency.rnWhile some buzz words are manufactured, transparency is a real word with a real meani

Inscape Publishing, the creator of the Everything DiSC family of self-assessments, announced today that an enhanced assessment process that produces even more accurate behavioral style results will be available beginning June 2nd. It’s no secret that technology is getting more sophisticated. We’re able to do more, faster, with increasingly personalized user experiences. So our Product Development and IT teams are working together to leverage advancing technology and maxim

Let me start by saying I am not a camel expert. Some of what I know about camels, I have learned from reading throughout my life. Some I learned yesterday when talking with colleagues - people who know more about them than I do. I however have become more interested because of my recent personal experience. Yesterday, as the picture shows, I rode a camel. The ride and the conversation got me thinking about lessons that are important to all leaders. None of these lessons will

So, how do you get a 35,000-pound F-16 jet fighter to fly? nnIt's no easy feat. To overcome the force of gravity, you have to create a force greater than gravity's grasp. That force is lift.nnAs the F-16 blasts through the sky, there is an "enemy" of lift that must be overcome. It's an aerodynamic force which resists the forward motion of the jet (known as drag.)nnThere are two kinds of drag - induced and parasite. Induced drag is a "good drag." It is a byproduct of lift and

We recently started a six-month leadership training program with a new client. The participants are accepted into the program only after they have been nominated by someone at or above their position in the company, and they have successfully passed the program's interview process. This ...

Leaders have many jobs. But ultimately, business/leadership and life's all about people. The best leaders never miss an opportunity to SHINE A LIGHT ON PEOPLE. rnEach day, walk into work - and out into the world - with a singular mission: to evoke THE BEST from everyone you meet. rnPeople are longing - no, ACHING - to be recognized. To be made to feel special. To have their voice heard. And their talents appreciated. rnRegardless of your title, you have the power to do that.

What comes to your mind when the phrase business leader is mentioned? Being a business leader means a lot to you. It may mean being in control, being accountable, and an overseer, among other things. Leadership also expects you to know how to differentiate family time and business time.

When you are leading a business, it is easy to join the ranks of the overwhelmed. You start the day with good intentions to grow the business and attend to your personal obligations, but at day's end, you may find you have accomplished very little. Growing up, I always remember my father ...

“The bad news is time flies. The good news is you’re the pilot.” – Michael Altshuler nnOne of the biggest complaints I hear from my clients is that they don’t have enough time. Are you also one of those people who wish they could squeeze out another hour out of every day? Well, let me tell you how you can have more time. nnWhen I tell my clients that they are the pilots and they do have the power to change their lives, they look at me as if I'm speaking a foreign la

Everyone always anticipates a new year, but if you are unprepared or not prepared at all, how can you utilize your fresh start? Goals are important both personally and professionally, with them you can navigate new territory or approach the new year with more confidence and assurance. What are the best ways to set goals? 1. Blast from the Past In order to know where you want to take your company, you should have a good idea of what you have already tried. You really have t

Recently promoted? Leadership and learning expert Kevin Eikenberry shares the 5 conversations you need to have with your new boss - right away. (These work even if you're a veteran.) If you`ve just been promoted, this is obviously for you. If you have been in your role for awhile, but your relationship and communication with your boss/supervisor/leader isn`t perfect, this will be of great help to you too. If you lead others and your relationships and communication with those

Leadership 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 work. But a lot of times, these conditions are not met and the atmosphere of the work place gets spoiled. Even though this may not be obvious at the first glance, it will reflect the

Personal development. Professional development. Leadership development. Regardless of which words you use, chances are as the New Year begins, you are thinking about some sort of development; some sort of approach to creating change, growth and advancement in your life. As you think about our world today, the good news is that you have lots of tools to choose from for any of these development efforts. The bad news is that you have lots of tools to choose from. The challenge i

We live in a demanding and distracting world. Getting everything that you set out to get done in a day can be a daunting task. Being productive can sometimes feel like an impossible feat. Time is your most precious commodity. Do you feel overwhelmed and unsure about how to get things done? Here are three ways to get more done without burning out:

If you’ve been watching American Idol you got to see a train wreck when in my opinion – and remember, it’s just my opinion – the most talented singer of all the contestants, Pia Toscano, was eliminated by virtue of receiving the fewest votes of the remaining nine contestants. The audience was shocked, the other contestants were shocked and the judges were shocked. Interscope Records signed Pia to a recording contract within 24 hours of her departure from the show.

One of the classic schools of thought on the subject of leadership holds that leadership – whether in business, politics, or other areas of society – consists of a collection of traits. These traits can be cultivated by anyone who wishes to become a better leader. To show you just how long this school of thought has been around, I’d like to share a quote with you from Sun Tzu’s The Art of War: Leadership is a matter of intelligence, trustworthiness, humaneness, courag

Basically the law of attraction states that like attracts like. I talk about the 3 power tools of success which are: the power of your thoughts, the power of your words and the power of your actions. To come in line with the Law of Attraction (I will refer to as LoA here after) you must get your thoughts, words and actions to line up with what you want or desire. Some think that this is a spiritual concept and it has been taught by great spiritual teachers like Jesus, Apostle Paul Solomon etc.

Create a Big VisionnnTo become a motivational leader, you start with motivating yourself. You motivate yourself with a big vision, and as you move progressively toward its realization, you motivate and enthuse others to work with you to fulfill that vision.nn Set High Standards nYou exhibit absolute honesty and integrity with everyone in everything you do. You are the kind of person others admire and respect and want to be like. You set a standard that others aspire to. You l

When most people think of entrepreneurship, only a very few have spirituality in mind. On the base level, business is about dollars and sense first and foremost. However, more and more people are trying to inject some spirituality or higher purpose into their business. Business owners often feel the urge to do more so they can have a sense of fulfillment and truly make a difference in the world. Injecting higher meaning into a business is something anybody can do. In this art

I received a telephone call recently from a client desperately trying to fill a vacancy in her accounting office. After describing the situation she read the position description to me. Among other general items, it noted, "At least three years of accounting experience." Well that's just dandy, ...

There are all sorts of boundaries in our lives.rnBoundaries define the playing field for most sports.rnFences provide boundaries for homes and farms.rnWalls keep people in, or out.rnThese are obvious and clear boundaries. There are others that while we know they exist, there isn’t a physical line of demarcation.rnThe boundaries in our professional and organizational lives are like those examples – some are clear, others, not so much. It is my goal here to give you reasons

Fast Profits in Hard Times will teach you everything you need to know and give you specific resources (websites, toll-free numbers, etc) to implement the following 10 strategies:nn1. Invest in Tax LiensnBuy liens placed on properties by municipalities because owners have fallen behind in paying their property taxes. Then, when the property owners pay what they owe to the municipalities, receive not only a return of your principal but also a penalty interest rate set by the mu

One of the 3 keys to being an Enlightened Leader is to master living in your energized Higher-self (the other two keys in the book being Unity and Impeccability). Meaning, find your path to Source and each day, connect in and run your life from this place of wholeness and authentic Energy. This is a putting yourself first idea, to fill your tank, before you go out to assist others. Very similar to when the oxygen masks falls to you on an airplane and parents are instructed to

It’s ironic, isn’t it? We use social media super-widgets like Facebook; iPhones; and internet technologies to gain control over our lives. But in the overcrowded networking age they tend to reduce personal ownership of communications. This means less real productivity. Think: how many of the last 20 non-salesmen you’ve tried to reach actually answered, maybe two or three? And if you’ve left messages, how many people returned your call in a reasonable amount of time–if ever?

There are hundreds of companies large and small that offer services to help leaders grow and get greater results, ours included. This means there is a large market of organizations that look for, secure and use these services to equip their leaders to become more effective. There are many more organizations that create and provide leadership development activities for internal use.rnYet for every organization (or department or regional office) that does value and develop thei

Monica, a mid-level manager, asked me to help her improve leadership skills by speaking at her regional meeting. She also told me of her plan to ask her managers to teach each other their favorite leadership skills during breakout sessions. Our conversation went like this... Me, "What specific strategies will your leaders teach each other?" Monica, "I'm not sure yet. But I think there are many different approaches to improve leadership. I want them to share their techniques." Me, "Will your leaders have time to try many different approaches when they get back to work?"