Self Improvement Site
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
On The Internet! Take the Self Improvement Tour
Leadership Articles
Doris Helge is The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to "Leadership". You can find complete information on Doris Helge and her products by visiting https://WomensLeadershipTips.com.
SelfGrowth.com Recommended Articles:
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- Benefits of Online Management Training - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Susan CullenThe importance of developing the fundamental skills of a company’s managers has never been more important. In today’s economy, when organizations are struggling to positively differentiate themselves, an organization’s managers are the key individuals who inspire the workforce to perform at ...
Views: 1382 - LESSONS FROM HOW I WAS BORN - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Fred HaleyDo you remember how you were born? I do. I learned some important lessons. You should know them. THE BEGINNING I was conceived in the Summer 1998. I had given a presentation at a Board meeting that morning. Later, my boss invited me into his office. He said, “Fred. You need ...
Views: 1382 - Effective Leadership: Style Really Does Matter - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Timothy ThomasAs an executive coach, I have found that style really does matter. Leadership style, that is. Many people go through life with an attitude that says, "This is the way I am - take it or leave it." As a leader, you don't have that option. When confronted with diverse situations in the work ...
Views: 1381 - Integrity in Leadership: The Make or Break - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2009 from Yihan LinIntegrity in leadership is absolutely essential. If you had nothing else, having strict integrity alone makes you notches above everyone else. In today’s world, more and more companies are looking for individuals with integrity to head their organizations. I mean, look at the financial ...
Views: 1381 - The 7 Skills of Effective Leadership - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from Hasheem FrancisWhen it comes to leadership, there are a lot of books available that seem to all tout the same 7 skills in different defining points. Sifting through all the different points of view is difficult to say the least. The reason why everyone works with the seven basic skill sets is simply because ...
Views: 1381 - Manager's Corner: Managing Lay Offs with Dignity - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2009 from Liz WeberWith the potential for layoffs facing more and more companies, the realities of laying off great workers is confronting many business owners and managers: owners and managers who have never before faced this hard act. To help ease the pain for the employees being laid off, the owners and ...
Views: 1380 - The Secret Weapons of a Good Business Leader - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Karen Kleinwort"The very core of leadership is that you need to have vision. You can’t blow a hesitant trumpet." This is what well-known scholar Theodore M. Hesburgh said about leadership. Leadership is a very desirable attribute among successful people no matter what type of business they are in. And if you ...
Views: 1380(4 votes) - Do You Have a Broken Heart and an Empty Wallet? - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2012 from Mitch TublinIn the time of your life, have you set out on a course for a specific journey and embraced the concepts, the mission, the practices so fully it became part of who you are? Some broad examples are Six Sigma, on demand no – inventory, self employment, classical music, a successful network ...
Views: 1379 - How Workplaces Are Making Us Sick - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Alexandria JoyIt was during working on a campaign while I was Director at WorkCover that I had an epiphany that would stay with me into all my future work and businesses. We ran a marketing campaign called Homecomings with the help of creative agency Shannon’s Way – it was all about the need for workers to ...
Views: 1379 - Liquid Leadership Removes Employee Barriers - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffYou can actually engineer your workplace environment to be more productive and to be more focused. The natural flow of that environment and the flexibility of its leader determine how engaged the people are when working there and affects the overall sustainability of the business. The flow of ...
Views: 1379 - One Secret of Success - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Monica Molstad BareshOne Secret of Success What is the glass ceiling? If you look it up online, the generic description will be that it is a metaphor used to describe invisible barriers that prevent women and minorities from advancing to the upper level of management. Did you know that women make up 46.7% ...
Views: 1379 - Worry – The Useless Emotion - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2012 from Scott HunterIt is alarming how much so many leaders have accepted worry as a natural consequence of running a business. We worry about our environment, our relationships, our finances, our firms, our governments, and our health. When we have a moment free of worry, we worry that we don’t have any worries ...
Views: 1379(1 vote) - 3 Steps to Increase Employee Engagement - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Jeff StaffordI just facilitated a session for leaders at the University of MN on Employee Engagement. One of the challenges in today’s higher education system is the issue of funding. When many Universities and colleges rely on state funding, Higher Ed has seen it’s share of layoffs, cutbacks and furloughs. ...
Views: 1378 - The Special Sauce of Leadership - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2007 from Brian McClellanTo say that extraordinary effort has been given to defining the characteristics of the ideal leader would be an extraordinary understatement. Researchers have spent literally countless hours trying to define this mythical individual. Any quality bookstore has an aisle or more dedicated to the ...
Views: 1378 - Total Tom - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from James "Mac" McPartlandIn my line of work I spend a considerable amount of time with CEOs, executives, and entrepreneurs who are working to unlock the potential in their people and business. On occasion I get to spend time with leaders who have an infectious passion and commitment for their work, primarily because it ...
Views: 1378(3 votes) - You Can Foster Excellence in Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Debra SloverEach human is capable of fostering excellence. The problem is that many feel ill prepared because they have never experienced excellence or they have an erroneous idea of what constitutes excellence. So what is excellence? Excellence is individual. You must define that for yourself, but ...
Views: 1378(3 votes) - A Successful Recipe For Accountability In Your Small Business - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2010 from Alicia MarieAccountability is a buzzword in the business world right now. Unfortunately, most of us have negative understanding of the word. We often use the word as if it means blame and punishment. Therefore, we attempt to avoid it. The truth is that accountability is unavoidable. In the workplace, ...
Views: 1377 - From Finish to Start! - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2012 from Charmaine HammondDo you remember travelling with the family as a child? Did you ever eat at one of those restaurants that had the placemats with activities on them? The mazes always seemed so hard to find your way out of. Unless, you started at the finish and worked backwards toward the start. For some reason ...
Views: 1376 - Innovation: Two Brains are Better than One - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2013 from Valencia RayInnovation and creativity optimization requires mental agility. When we can flexibly move between and integrate our two hemispheres, we can tap our 'two brains'. They work best together, collaboratively. We have a right and left-brain for good reason… good reasoning. When we are too far on ...
Views: 1376(3 votes) - No Trust = No Leader - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Chris RuisiFrom my own business experiences, I have learned that one of the most important tools a leader has at their disposal is trust. Without it, you’re not leading; you’re just going for a walk in the park. Think about it, if your team doesn’t trust you, why would they follow you or even listen to ...
Views: 1376(2 votes) - The Right Rescue Dog for Me – Overcoming Disappointment - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2009 from Mary Lee Gannon,Last night my Shih-tzu and I went for the second night in a row to an animal shelter to visit with a very sweet Irish Setter Collie mix. We waited 45 minutes to visit with this beauty the night before and the shelter was ready to close when we got our turn. So after a brief visit, I was asked ...
Views: 1376(7 votes) - Importance of Culture and Communication in Leadership - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Josephine RomanoCulture and communication underlies everything. Culture consists of the habits, rituals, traditions, beliefs and behaviors of each person in your organization. Communication is a process of interacting and dialoguing with two or more persons, groups and organizations. Cultural competency means ...
Views: 1375(1 vote) - Leadership Strategies: Leadership Excellence Isn't Achieved Without Failure - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Theresa-Maria Napa"Only those who dare to fail greatly can ever achieve greatly." - Robert F. Kennedy No matter where you are in your year, I would like you to think about where are you now from where you were six months ago? What were your New Year's Resolutions this year, if any? More and more I hear people ...
Views: 1375 - Are you a leader or a manager? Do you need followers or policies? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2010 from Chantal CookeAre you a leader or a manager? Many managers like to think they are leaders, but good management does not necessarily go hand in hand with good leadership. So what is the difference and which are you? Phil Birch is a business coach with over 20 years corporate experience. He is also ...
Views: 1374(5 votes) - Mastering, Leading Decisions Through Questions and Sell More - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Harlan GoergerSales is about decisions, thus master questions and get better decisions. Despite all the science, the input of experts and top producers, the majority of salespeople still create more resistance, objections and price wars by focusing on product! In the past decade psychology has examined the ...
Views: 1374(2 votes) - My Father's Opinion on Leadership - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2011 from Jonathan M FlaksLast Sunday was Father's Day, so out of love and respect for my Dad, today I'd like to discuss some of his advice on the subject of leadership. My father has a lot of experience and passion for the subject of leadership, especially in politics. We’ve come to accept that he is ...
Views: 1374 - ***Leaders Give People Space to Grow - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"Treat people as if they were what they ought to be and you help them become what they are capable of being." — Goethe I enjoy perennial gardening in our yard. As I have tended our gardens over the years, I am continually struck by how some plants will do well in some locations and terribly ...
Views: 1373 - Going for Gold in 2012 - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2012 from Marcia BattenYes it’s finally here! The Year of the Olympics in London when world will focus its attention on us. Some of our towns, cities, streets will have been renovated for this once-in-a-life time event. New shopping malls will have been built to attract the crowds who want to spend, spend, and spend! ...
Views: 1373(2 votes) - Managing Fear During The Global Crisis - How to Make Your Employee’s Feel Safe - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2020 from W.T. & Pamela HamiltonBeing designated as part of the supply chain is both a great responsibility and an unforeseen burden on businesses. Being needed, sometimes critically, brings added pressure to provide the product or service your community needs, all while facing additional danger and health risks as a result. ...
Views: 1373 - Burying your head in the sand, will bury your business! - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2010 from Jack SimsSome people say that numbers are just for sales guys. I say to them that if you’re in business then you’re in sales. Cold, hard measurements are central to Serious Business Growth and it’s usually the winners that know this instinctively. Here’s a game you can play that will show how ...
Views: 1372(7 votes) - Mentoring is the Answer to Diversity Initiatives in your Organization - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2010 from Cecile PeterkinNever before in the history of mankind has the world been more mobile. People are constantly moving, in search of better opportunities. International relocations, for improved employment opportunities are also more common. As a result, the workplace is becoming more diverse every day; and, it’s ...
Views: 1372(5 votes) - No One Ever Became A Leader By Submission. - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2013 from Rick CarterOne definition of a leader is “one who is followed by others.” Another is “one who has influence or control over others.” This is accomplished by force (including authority based on position) and charisma (people want you to lead them). This implies that a leader is a person who expects others ...
Views: 1372(1 vote) - How to Make Great Decisions - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2010 from Todd SmithIn Our Lives are a Mirror Image of the Little Decisions We Make, I talked about the hundreds of little choices we make each day that play a crucial role in every part of our lives. These choices were defined as either/or choices, such as do I get up and exercise as I had planned, or do I sleep ...
Views: 1371(7 votes) - Leaders Are Curious - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Vernon MyersCuriosity is what makes a leader…a leader. Most people don’t understand that this curiosity is what separates a leader from the rest of us. Immersion is the key – the more you learn, the more connections and insights you will have. Leaders are driven to accomplish the mission. The leader ...
Views: 1371(1 vote) - Performance Evaluations Don't Have to Be Painful - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2010 from Marnie GreenWhy does performance evaluation season come with a sense of dread and anxiety? Why do we shrink from this annual routine with such pessimism? Managers and employees alike prefer to shun the performance management process and for good reason. Our long-held and strongly modeled beliefs about ...
Views: 1371(6 votes) - Decision Making - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2008 from Barbara StennesDecision making plays a significant role in an organization’s success. The ability to synthesize information and make decisions is arguably a good manager’s most important skill. Conversely, procrastination and indecisive management are hazardous for an organization. Why is it difficult to make ...
Views: 1370 - Team Leadership - This is it! - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2010 from Chuck ReynoldsI am always fascinated by examples of teamwork and leadership from which we can all learn. As such, during a (reluctant, at first) viewing of Michael Jackson’s This Is It movie I was rather intrigued by the way he went about working on what was intended to be his last concert tour. His funeral ...
Views: 1369(3 votes) - When the Pursuit of More Money Costs Too Much - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Melanie Benson StrickMany years ago one of my mentors taught me this saying: “success is only sustainable when it’s good for you, good for the people around you, and good for the world.” That sounds good and everything…but what does it really mean? Do we mean people like Enron can’t just cover up their big oil ...
Views: 1369(1 vote) - 5 Principles of How to Lead No Matter What Your Level - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Christine RubleAs the economy took a downslide, I have seen a lots of friends come to me asking how they can get a job for the company I work at. They didn’t want to take just any job and start at the bottom. My question back to them is why not? The answer I got in return was generally they had an MBA and ...
Views: 1368(1 vote) - 5 Things Leaders Should Do Before The End of 2012 - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2012 from Alexandria JoyThe holiday season is upon us and no matter what country you are in or faith you follow, I am sure you are finding yourself winding down, filing things away and putting off new projects and meetings until the new year. This could be a big mistake! The fastest way to achieve what you want and ...
Views: 1368(2 votes) - Barbie Never Talked Back: Five Questions to Improve Your Leadership Ability - by Submitted on Jun 02, 2009 from Darcie HarrisIt’s one thing to talk about leadership theory, about the need to have high expectations and hold people accountable. It’s another thing altogether to actually do it, to find the right frame of mind, the right process, and the right tone. Not long ago, a few EWF members had a conversation ...
Views: 1367 - BUILDING SOUND DECISION-MAKING SKILLS - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Nikkos ZorbasThe road to excellence is paved by those who are decisive in their thinking. Your ability to make sound decisions can be one of the most life-enhancing skills you can ever possess. Good decision making empowers your future and leads you closer to your goals. Think of it this way: Your life is ...
Views: 1367 - Is It Truly Visionary Leadership, or Are We Just Waking Up? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Valencia RayLeadership and vision are things I’ve been dealing with all of my life on different levels: from student government and asking questions that irritated those around me and questioned the status quo, to literally growing up and becoming an entrepreneur and eye surgeon before selling my practice. ...
Views: 1367(1 vote) - Leading Change: The First 100 Days - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Patrick SmythIt is the end of April and tax season is over. That is a big sigh of relief, except that roughly every four years it marks another huge milestone - the US President issues a “100-Day Report”. Why? The people voted and the new president is in office with a new agenda. Do we really expect a ...
Views: 1367 - “Improve Your Listening Skills”…How Annoying! - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2017 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comIf you manage employees, work with customers or deal with the ups and downs of relationships…you must have heard “you are not listening" or "you are not hearing me.” I bet it does not feel good and it most likely makes you more defensive. Perhaps you read articles and received feedback about ...
Views: 1367 - Coaching Skills for Leaders (The Nuts and Bolts) - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerResearch has shown that people perform at higher levels when they are coached as opposed to “managed”. So, you might be asking, what is coaching, in a nutshell? What are some of the tools I can use as a leader? How, specifically, do I have a “coaching” conversation? Coaching is about ...
Views: 1366(1 vote) - Of Thought, Thinking and Thinkers - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2013 from Damola MorenikejiWhat are you thinking? This emblematic question reminds me of the timeless principle of thought, which states that ‘as a man thinketh in his heart, so is he’. True! A man is literally what he thinks, and is character is the complete sum of all his thoughts. The life you live today is as a ...
Views: 1365(1 vote) - Are You A Servant Leader Or A Leadership Warrior? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Wayne KehlI have called upon the leaders of the world to start a LEADERSHIP REVOLUTION. In order to make my dream become a reality, we need to employ some proactive, aggressive action right away. One of the most common terms used for good leadership these days is SERVANT LEADERSHIP. Although I am a ...
Views: 1364(1 vote) - Communication In The Workplace - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2012 from Chris HammerCommunication in the workplace has to do with how we interact with our colleagues on many different levels simultaneously. It has to do with how we plan and convey the messages we want to give, both verbally and nonverbally; and with how we listen to, interpret, and respond to others’ messages. ...
Views: 1364 - Crossing Boundaries with Mentoring - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinDiversity in the workplace is extremely valuable - provided of course that all of the members of your team are making a strong contribution and are willing and able to learn from what others have to offer. After all, workplace diversity brings together those with different levels of education ...
Views: 1364(1 vote)