Leadership Articles

When it comes to business priorities, survival and success, the importance of leadership training cannot be underestimated. The managers, supervisors and entire personnel are the major determining factors that directly impact the company’s productivity and success. This is one of the basic reasons why most of the businesses and corporate enterprises are switching to professional leadership training programs and seminars to learn their managers’ leadership skill.rn rnThis

Richard Branson, the eccentric founder of Virgin Airlines and multiple other businesses is the epitome of "unconventional" businessman. He does things HIS way, he does things the way he feels are right...and with a billion or so in the bank, he's been more right than wrong. How he lives and manages his businesses are by making massive goals, taking massive action and doing things "unconventionally" to achieve those goals. When everyone zigging...he's zagging. One of his famou

“I’m swamped right now” “I’m way too busy to do that” “I’ll need to call you back, I’m way behind right now”… Does this sound like you? If you’re like me, there is a HUGE tendency for sales managers to get bogged down in far too many administrative duties, conference calls, time-wasting phone calls, useless meetings and mindless corporate initiatives – all repetitive activities that do nothing but waste your time – when you should be focused on mor

Every good superhero has a superpower. You know, the thing that always helps them get out of a jam and save the day. Leaders may not be superheroes, but we do sometimes find ourselves in a tough or challenging situation. However, unlike like our superhero friends, we don`t always remember to use our superpowers. This article is about one of those powers - one that is too often overlooked or underappreciated. This is a power that has many uses, but for now let`s think about ho

1. Ensure you fully understand what coaching is. Many managers make incorrect assumptions about coaching. It's important that a manager uses a clear and consistent coaching model, and understands the "why" - to enhance staff engagement and performance - as well as the "how" - using a collaborative dialogue model of engagement. The manager should be able to distinguish between 'bossing', coaching, counselling, training, and therapy. 2. Check your perspective on people. A manag

In the first article in this series, we dealt with how Jesus promised the disciples the coming of the comforter, the Holy Spirit, which would come to the followers of Jesus after He left for His Father. Now, taking it on from there... After having been crucified and freeing humankind from the bondage of death, Jesus arose again on the third day and revealed Himself to firstly several individuals, and then larger groups. There was no doubt that Jesus had died and had arisen from the death.

W. Edwards Deming, of Total Quality fame, used to say that leaders had 80% of the power and responsibility in an organization. He’s right, and ethics is no exception. It’s become common practice for leaders to throw away their power in ethical situations and claim “it’s ...

“Make no mistake; your team will determine your future success. A leader is only as good as the team he or she assembles; trains; cares for and leads.” - Chris Ruisi “The Coach” Apply These Five Simple Steps to Boost Your Team's Performance

Leader, manager, foreman, boss…. These titles (and others) describe people who are responsible for getting a job done by directing others. The key point to remember is more than one worker must be involved in the effort for the project to be completed correctly. Therefore, the leader must be able to successfully guide each participating individual through his or her part in the process. Often, the person in this leadership position was promoted because of their proficiency a

Last month I talked to two people, whose companies hadnradically different displays of Congruence--the element of Trustnthat shows how well what you do reflects what you say. nn(See the end of the column for a free download of the questionsnfrom the Strategic Alignment Survey, which measures Congruence,nand other elements of Trust and Alignment.)nnBill is a senior manager in a small company that imports andndistributes products for agriculture and industry. In his latenfortie

When people have the right mix of attitude, subjective norm and perceived behavioural control, their intention to change behaviour will be strong. Their intention is only constrained by their actual level of control. In this final of a series of four articles using Ajzen’s theory of planned ...

Often times people give reasons for why they cannot achieve a specific goal or outcome that could significantly enhance their lives. For example: "I can't finish college because......." "I can't get a good paying job because...." "I can't lose weight because...." "I can't stop gang banging ...

I was reading a brief article written in the early 1900’s by Elisabeth Leseur as part of my daily meditative materials. In the article she provided the following list of qualities attributed to those special holy people who serve as examples for all of us to emulate. As I read the article, it immediately came to me that these are also incredibly significant qualities every leader should emulate. Before I share the list, I remind everyone that it is our personal attractiveness that allows us to assume a position of leadership and garner followers.

I watched a sandpiper scurrying around the beach looking for something to eat. At least that’s what I thought he was doing. But he used most of his time and energy to chase away other birds. If another sandpiper approached his territory, he quickly ran over to chase him off. Then another bird invaded the opposite end of his area and he was off to chase her away. Back and forth that little bird ran, spending virtually no time eating and all his energy chasing away the competition.

When conducting my seminars, I often ask leaders, “What social trends are you witnessing that are challenging your ability to effectively lead others?” A common response is, “An acceptance of mediocrity and the lack of initiative among employees.” The existence of this social trend decreases accountability, promotes procrastination, and is devastating to the efficiency, productivity, and profitability of an organization. It depletes individual creativity, innovation, and a spirit of risk taking because of the lack of assertiveness prevalent in the workforce.

Gambling on sports may not be agreeable for everyone, but it can be a source of income for many especially as it is an honest means to earning money like the betting, and a good guide to widen your chances of winning is by using Sports betting champ system that can help you choose possible winners in sports like NBA, NFL or even MLB. If you are thinking that luck is all that matters in betting, you should know that there is science involved behind the Sports betting champ system.

Let’s face it. Business school wasn’t the best preparation for managing a business unit. For most of us, learning how to effectively lead a team comes from on-the-job training. Whether you manage two assistants or a large department, coaching your team is a powerful path to success. When a manager puts on her coaching cap, she helps her team develop an effective strategy, practice skills, and score goals to win the game. Coaching Your Team to Success Question #1 Have you inspired your team with a compelling vision of success?

Volunteering is an extreme benevolent movement. There are so numerous ways to allow back to your neighborhood and make a contrast within the world. Why don’t you arrange a day where you and your group can get included and make a positive result. Every neighborhood has non-profit organizations that endeavor to do good things. All you have got to do is discover a charitable that adjusts together with your corporation history and your employee’s interface. At that po

Everybody comes out of a team building workshop feeling renewed and with a deeper sense of camaraderie. The immediate splash back is that co-workers tend to be more helpful and tolerant of each other a few days after the activity. But unless the team building activities lead to some type of behavior change, the same old monsters are bound to rear their ugly heads again during the next stressful situation.

Have you ever been in a situation where you saw a leader take a specific action, yet you had no idea "why" or "how" the leader decided to take that specific action? Well, I have too! That's why I decided to study various leaders that I have worked with over 22 years and before long, I started to get insights into why leaders do what they do.

There are several basic areas of study that, as we study them, we can become more effective coaches and leaders. This long list includes both human behavior and learning. The psychological concept I want to talk about today comes from the intersection of these two fields of study. Don’t worry; I’m not going to go all academic on you (though you could, with a simple web search, find lots of scholarly work on what we are going to talk about). Here is the concept – the con

Angels Among Us Many people are enamored by spiritual things. Television shows depict angels and demons, but what does the bible say about angels?

Workers who possess personal ambition are always seeking ways to improve their positioning with their boss. Here are ten time-tested techniques that will make your boss take notice of your personal performance. As you read through the list, think about your own performance. How many items on ...

We’ve all sat through God -awful boring sales meetings right? Not exactly a good time, as I’m sure you’d agree… Has the thought ever occurred to you that your sales reps might feel like this almost every time you call a sales meeting? “Positively absurd” you say! Well, if you are one of the few who does have the need to inject a little vigor in your next sales meeting, then read on… Try this to spice things up: next time you call a sales meeting, try a little â€

When I was younger my Grandmother had these amazing plaques all over the walls in her hallway, basement and bathroom. They were always full of cute little one line quotes or sayings that were either funny or inspirational in some way. She also had tons of nick-knacks and cute pictures of things like lions, tigers and children wrapped up in toilet paper rolls having what seemed to be the greatest time. I suppose all of them were meant to entertain in some way while you were otherwise pre-occupied with toileting or just plain bored.

Tobacco and smoking has a long and checkered history dating. Pictorial records of smoking date back to the 11th century. Below is a synopsis of the history of smoking. cigarettes, cigars and tobacco. Rates of cigarette smoking vary widely, and have changed considerably over the course of history – since cigarettes were first widely used in the mid-19th century. While rates of smoking have over time leveled off or declined in the developed world, they continue to rise in

Have you ever been diagnosed by someone as untrustworthy? Perhaps, they doubted you or your motives? Maybe they questioned something you did or said. These are not the people who have valid reasons for not trusting you but those who have simply misunderstood you. You don’t mean them any harm but, for some reason, they perceive you as a threat.

THE DISTANCE IS NOTHING; IT IS ONLY THE FIRST STEP THAT IS DIFFICULTn n“Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.” Dr. Martin Luther King n ...

3 Techniques You Can Use Right Now to Improve Your Ability to Succeed Most people struggle with reaching success. At times it seems like everything is working against us, but the truth is, we are not working with success. There are tools and techniques that can greatly increase your ability to succeed. Here are 3 techniques you can use right now to greatly improve your ability to succeed. 1. Start with a clear vision of what your success looks like and feels like. Ask yours

In the previous three parts of this series, we discussed the source and direction of power available to Christians. We learnt that Jesus promised the Apostles that they would receive power from on high when the Holy Spirit falls on them, and saw that this actually happened just as Jesus promised. Yet, when we look at the lives of average Christians, it is not uncommon to find a group of powerless individuals.

Eric was busy building his career - and it was going well. Even though things were going well, he was always glad to talk to his long-time mentor, Jan. Jan had been one of Eric`s college instructors, and they had remained in touch throughout his career. Jan was going to be in Eric`s town on business and they were going to meet for dinner. He had been looking forward to her business trip, and over dinner he shared some of his work challenges as a part of their visit. A few day

The most essential part of setting up a home network or even if you are upgrading to a new one is a wireless router. Selecting the right router can show you the difference between a flawless connectivity and the one which always buffers.

Quotes ‘...Beware! Don’t be greedy for what you don’t have. Real life is not measured by how much we own’ (Lk 12:15 NLT). rn‘It seems to be a fact of life that when I want to do what is right, I inevitably do what is wrong.’ Rom 7:21(NLT).rn’Be the change you wish to see in the world’ M. Gandhi. *=========================================================* Article topic: Living a life of Value The real value of life cannot be measured only in terms of possessions, skills, abilities or achievements.

A groundswell is building when it comes to acknowledging that the engaged workforce is one of the keys to success in the 21st Century. Research is everywhere connecting the dots of engagement, productivity and profitability. "Employee engagement has emerged as a critical driver of business success in today’s competitive marketplace. Further, employee engagement can be a deciding factor in an organization's success. Engaged employees work harder, are more loyal and are more l

Being an effective leader is paramount to affect goal oriented results, any leader will confide that leadership styles perform best when they originate and are affected from a tight bond with the people being led. Having good leadership styles connotes being able to be a visionary; has target goals to what you wish you and your people to achieve. For any leader to have such an effect then a strong mind is needed to initiate such positive thoughts towards the desired goal. It

So, now that you have the strategies for turning intentions into reality . . . how do you implement them? How do you go from good intent to actual steps? Take these 7 steps and you will get there. Truly. 1) Launch your intentions now. When you finish reading this article, take the first action toward your goal. Not tomorrow, not later today, not in an hour. Right now! Set a standing appointment with yourself on your calendar to create an action plan with concrete, measurable

In a previous article entry (Performance Management – Managers need to be role models) I discussed the significance and importance of Managing Performance in a team or organisation and, in particular, looking at the role of the leader or manager in doing so. But what are the consequences of not addressing performance issues that arise, how might this lack of action impact on the other team members or individuals around them? How might it begin to impact on the team, the com

Shoppers will crowd the super centers and malls starting Thanksgiving evening in the U.S. In fact, over the next several weeks, retail stores will do 50% or more of their business for the year. So where will you go? And who will you do business with? Create a Work Positive impact with your holiday spending. Here are three positive reasons to shop local especially this Saturday, November 30, which is Small Business Saturday. Personal Servicer

With the start of a new year comes the feeling of the potential for positive changes. Most think of January as a renaissance period in their life—an opportunity to start anew and make up for past failures or items procrastinated. But the contradiction of these ideas is that most don’t take the time to write down the things they want to achieve. The act of writing is a commitment that can visibly be seen thus imprinting the idea more deeply into the subconscious. Writing also increases the odds of something getting your attention and raises the possibly of being completed.

I love Lucy I've always liked snakes. I recall one day long ago when I was in primary school we had a show and tell day. The school allowed us to bring our pets to school and share an interesting story about them. I brought my pet Black Indigo Snake. The kids in my class loved it. The teachers were more in fear than in favor.

Communications are becoming exponentially more complex and instantaneous with each passing day. In fact, information about an event such as an Olympic Gold Medal win in London reaches Beijing, Los Angeles, Sydney, Miami and Branson, Missouri simultaneously. There is zero time delay between continents as the information, good and bad, swiftly passes through the electronic communications universe and social media. Some might say communication today is all about speed, perhaps e

“Where there is no vision, the people perish.” These words from Proverbs 29:18 are powerful and have important meaning to speakers who desire to build a successful speaking career. Some speakers talk on any topic and position themselves as all things to all audiences. The secret to real ...

Were you recently down-sized and find yourself contemplating a career change? Reports indicate that on average, individuals change careers five or six times during their working life. While unemployment rates are at an all-time high, many folks are using this time to re-invent themselves. Try Something New

The recent actions of politicians can never be described as leadership Over the course of the last several weeks we have witnessed a comprehensive display of what leadership is NOT by our elected officials at all levels across all party lines. I have had the opportunity to observe, work for and learn from some great business leaders. I also worked for some (not many fortunately), who held a leadership “title” on an organization chart but had no clue about what it takes to be a real leader. They were an “empty suit”. They looked good, but there was no substance.

We are now proceeding to the climax of this series of articles on the power of God in us. As we have seen in previous parts, the power comes from God, through the Holy Spirit, after we repent of our sins and receive the salvation of Jesus Christ. Having the power of God is not for personal use or benefit though, but for the goodwill of the Kingdom of God. After returning from their mission, the Apostles that Jesus sent out to minister were delighted with the power that worked through them. Jesus, who knows the heart of men warned them however.

We now reach the climax of this series of articles on Christian Spiritual power. As we saw in the previous article, the power of the Holy Spirit works through believers because of the authority of the name of Jesus. When the sons of Sceva tried to rebuke evil spirits ‘in the name of the Jesus whom Paul preaches’, they soon found out that evil spirits had no respect for them. Today still, unbelievers can expect the same results. Recapping this short teaching on the power of God in us, we saw that all human beings are sinners in need of salvation.

Executive Coaching generally entails working for the executive on any personal or organizational concerns he or she may have.nnSome Intervention Areas for Executive Coachingn1. Helping the executive who needs new skills for a new position due to a change in organizational structure.n2. Working with a manager being groomed for promotion.n3. Coaching high performance executives whose personality style impacts negatively on their relationship with peers, staff and clients.n4. Wo

We meet so many different people in the course of our work and our busy lives these days that it probably isn't surprising that it can be a struggle to remember them all. Yet a sharp memory is a powerful tool in the workplace, and in our interactions with others we will often be judged by how ...

Does this following scenario sound familiar? You’ve done well over the years demonstrating your technical skills and have been trained to a point that you’ve continued to enjoy rising through the ranks. Then, one Friday afternoon your boss says to you ‘congratulations Jo, we think you’re ready to run a team of people; you start Monday. Good luck.’rn rnAnd over that week-end you think to yourself a combination of ‘about time’ and ‘oh my God, how on earth do you

What is a leader? A leader is a soul who advocates for souls. It is not a big job. It is simply a job on Earth that is needed at this time. Leaders breathe life back to souls that have forgotten, bridging peoples souls back to them. Leaders will always have riddled conversations as souls will come to them with what they want, need and desire. There is nothing to want, need or desire. Souls will teach you how intricate human nature is. Leaders know when to speak and when not t