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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- 3 Ways to Align the Universe Behind Your Career Success - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Sarah HathornYou can call it intuition, quantum physics, faith, or just a honed and polished ability to listen to your gut as you navigate the fiercely competitive world of business. But whatever name you give it or however you prefer to explain, the fact is that sometimes there are definite signs that we ...
Views: 1342 - Leadership Beyond Gender - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2013 from Valencia RayLeadership development is another area of personal and professional growth that is, not surprisingly, undergoing change. What we historically attribute to leadership style is no longer working as we move further and further away from a one-size-fits-all workplace to a more collaborative culture ...
Views: 1342(1 vote) - Modeling as a Leader - by Submitted on Mar 30, 2017 from Yvette BethelTo sustain desired behaviors, it is important to model them. Modelling happens when a person consistently demonstrates behaviours that point to a particular value system. Whether the modelled behaviour is intentional or not, it gives permission to others to demonstrate actions that reflect a ...
Views: 1342 - The Secret Formula of Confident Leaders - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Skip WeismanIn today's challenging economy and the rise of a fickle and unstable workforce, leadership skills are more important than ever to combat the costs of high staff turnover. The new generation workforce have different values and expectations, and if their needs are not met, they walk. Many ...
Views: 1342(10 votes) - When Hiring Leaders, Do These Things - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2012 from Rand GolletzMost executives’ hiring skills are sorely lacking. A couple of years ago, I consulted with a medium-sized company’s Board of Directors to sharpen their recruiting and selection of senior executives from the outside, after a couple of bad hiring decisions had nearly buried the company. As a first ...
Views: 1342 - How to Create a Performance Based Workforce - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffMuch is written today about workforce engagement, productivity, and performance yet few lay out a basic strategy for aligning the workforce with a company's expectations and long-term goals. According to Erik Breggren, Vice President of global research and customer results, SuccessFactors, ...
Views: 1341(1 vote) - Better Leaders Create Better Expectations - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2007 from John ChappelearIn my workshops on productivity and leadership, “Change the People or Change the People” is one of the most popular tips I share. It helps the attendees understand more clearly the roles and responsibilities of managers, supervisors, and executives, and the roles and responsibilities of the ...
Views: 1339 - Self-control Increases Leadership’s Accomplishments - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffSelf-control and focus go hand in hand. Focus is the answer to all accomplishment but only if you have mastered self-control. For leaders, the key to accomplishment and staying focused is self-control. They get dragged and pulled in so many directions that it is easy for them to lose focus ...
Views: 1339(1 vote) - How Poor Leaders Are Killing Us - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2014 from Alexandria Joy"Our jobs are killing us and the people who are responsible are our leaders." I recently heard Simon Sinek say this in a YouTube video and it really struck a chord. How did you feel when you read that? Harsh reality? Don't believe me? Or perhaps you have had an experience yourself or heard ...
Views: 1338 - ***Paradoxical Balancing Acts in Organization Improvement - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"Fine art is that in which the hand, the head, and the heart go together." — John Ruskin, 19th century English critic, artist and social reformer Too often, we see the world in narrow binary, either/or terms. Odd or even, closed or open, introverted or extroverted, individual or group, ...
Views: 1337 - Five Reasons for Anxiety in a Leader, Part 1 of 5 - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2012 from Dr. Bob RauschWritten by: Dr. Bob Rausch As someone who has experienced a panic attack before can attest to, it can be very alarming, especially if you are in a leadership position of running a small business. Small business can bring many stressors, so it’s important to keep your cool and keep your ...
Views: 1337 - Know Why Leadership Program To Any Company - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Anima SharmaLeadership programs engage interaction between diverse divisions of the organization in which an employee gets to intermingle with colleagues who have never had any experience. This interaction will be able to distinguish potential of an employee in their social skills. Any company in the ...
Views: 1337(1 vote) - 6 Reasons Your Employees Can't be Engaged - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Susan CullenIt has never been more important to build an engaged workforce who is passionate about helping your organization succeed in today's changing and challenging business climate. But there may be hidden symptoms of disengagement that can cause employees to "turnoff", just when you need them the ...
Views: 1336 - Why a Sales Manager Must Evoke "The Law of Reciprocity" - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2009 from Ralph BurnsFor our purposes, the Law of Reciprocity states: If you do something nice for someone, human nature dictates that the recipient will feel compelled to do something nice for you in return. It is in essence: "you reap what you sow". This is an irrefutable law and one that you should teach your ...
Views: 1336(1 vote) - Awaken the Energy of Leadership Within - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jayne WarrilowTimes have changed and leadership is undergoing an evolution. Leadership is no longer confined to those at the top of organizations, indeed it is no longer confined to those working within organizations. Leadership is becoming an essential skill for us all; it offers us many insights into how we ...
Views: 1335(3 votes) - The Introverted Leader - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2012 from Chris HammerI’m an introvert. And so are many other reasonably bright, well-rounded, effective individuals. So it’s not a bad thing. But I do believe that to be most effective, the introverted leader should examine what this personality style can mean in the context of leadership – and know how to leverage ...
Views: 1335(1 vote) - How Much is Low Trust Costing Your Organization? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Debora McLaughlinHave you ever stopped to consider the economic value of trust when it comes to building your team or organization? If not, you probably have blind spots within your organization and pockets of hidden potential that are costing you a lot of time and money. How much time and money? Well, that’ the ...
Views: 1334(5 votes) - Preparing a Business Plan - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2012 from Gregory CoveyPreparing a business plan is more about ensuring your idea is solid than trying to obtain financial support! If you place the emphasis on only obtaining the financing you will most likely be setting yourself up for failure! Any half intelligent individual would not start out on a trip across ...
Views: 1334 - Character Matters in Team Effectiveness - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Rand GolletzScott Pioli is the General Manager of the Kansas City Chiefs, an NFL team that has been miserable for the last several years but in 2011, is going to the playoffs. From an article about him in Sports Illustrated: “Pioli has longed to capture something from his childhood, something difficult ...
Views: 1333(3 votes) - The Power of Welcome Home - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2009 from Eileen McDarghWelcome home! These two small words carry potent possibilities for creating a connection that evokes loyalty and teamwork. Yet, one seldom thinks of "welcome home" in the context of work. In fact, it is only through recent incidents that I have become acutely aware of the power this gesture ...
Views: 1333(4 votes) - What's Your Client's Style? - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Susan CullenWhen it comes to effective selling, one simple fact never changes: Selling is a relationship business. You already know all about your company’s products and services – and you’ve learned the fundamental aspects of the sales cycle. But have you ever asked yourself … What helps one ...
Views: 1333 - Apologizing To Your Child When You’re Wrong Makes You Both Better Leaders - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2018 from Jessica McMohenKids learn by example, whether or not those examples are set intentionally. Children absorb every aspect of their environment including sounds, smells, and the words and actions of adults around them. Kids pay close attention to how adults treat each other and tend to mimic their actions ...
Views: 1331 - How Mentoring Can Be An Effective Business Strategy - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Ray WilliamsMany small to medium sized companies have become so successful that they have been "corporatized," a term coined that describes the feeling of professionals working in those companies that makes them feel like "cogs in a wheel." In an article the Harvard Business Review, authors Thomas J. ...
Views: 1331(3 votes) - Top 7 Questions About Your Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Cynthia Zhai1. Can I change my voice? No. Your voice can't be changed, but it could be improved when you breathe properly and use your whole body instead of just your mouth and throat to speak. 2. Does a good voice mean a deeper voice? Absolutely not. To develop a good voice is not about going ...
Views: 1331 - ***Leaders Foster Individual Passion for Change and Improvement - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"Without passion man is a mere latent force and possibility, like the flint which awaits the shock of the iron before it can fire forth its spark." — Henry Amiel Strong leaders are very good at aligning individual interests, strengths, and goals with the work that needs to be done. To ...
Views: 1330 - 5 Leadership Qualities To Look For - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2014 from Brian LewisIn today's culture of me, I hear everywhere that you need to position yourself as a leader. Well, as this may be very true and I promote this premise, there are varying viewpoints as to just what makes a up a leader. In this article I will illustrate the 5 leadership qualities that I notice in ...
Views: 1330 - Building a Better Business Rep with Sales Tactics - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Ken SundheimBring Ideas To The Table, Solve Problems Sales is quite easy, though most don't make it out to be. At the end of the day, sales is about solving the customer's problems and doing so by offering unique perspectives as to how to skin the cat. More often than not, when a company calls a ...
Views: 1330(5 votes) - Learn to Win and Mentor Others - by Doesn't it make good sense to change our internal picture before we go around trying to change the results we're getting?
People with an optimistic view of their capabilities out-perform those who are doubtful or simply more "realistic," even though their abilities are virtually identical. ...
Views: 1330 - The Trust Code - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Yvette BethelWhen office politics prevail in a work environment, trust levels are usually low. This is because office politicians are perceived as willing to do whatever it takes to get what they want, and this can include deception, threats, attack and a myriad of other undesirable activities. Office ...
Views: 1330 - How to overcome bad choices - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2011 from Debra SloverEveryone is guilty of making inappropriate choices at times, based on bad information, stubbornness, or unwillingness to use critical thinking skills. There are several processing functions that can keep people from making the best choices that can be made. Pretty much everyone has made a bad ...
Views: 1329 - Understanding the Four Behavioral Styles - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2013 from Susan CullenBelow you will learn more about the four behavioral styles: Dominance, Influencing, Steadiness and Conscientiousness. Learn the goals and fears of each style, what they tend to overuse and how each style can be more effective. DOMINANCE – Focuses on Controlling the ...
Views: 1328(3 votes) - ***Soft Skills, Hard Results (Part 1) - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesLeadership deals with the world of emotions and feelings. It is more of an art than a science. Like artists, leaders have the ability to share their vision of the world. Leaders influence our perceptions and help us look at situations in new ways. These skills – and the leadership principles ...
Views: 1326(28 votes) - Eight Leadership Principles You Can’t Ignore - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2012 from Timothy BednarzEffective leadership is the result of acting according to reliable practices as well as intuition. Managers as leaders use sound management and leadership principles to guide and direct their actions and activities. They know where they want to go and what specifically needs to be done in order ...
Views: 1326(1 vote) - Mitigate the Risk Called YOU - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Margaret MeloniSometimes your behaviors support you and sometimes they do not. The key is to identify the supporting behaviors or opportunities so that you can use them more and to identify the behaviors that are damaging or the threats so that you can learn to prevent them. When you pay close attention to ...
Views: 1326 - The Power of Your Words - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Alexandria JoyEver since childhood I have been an avid reader and been fascinated by words. From the creative delights of Land of the Faraway Tree to the complexity of The Hobbit I loved losing myself in a narrative. I also remember being delighted with a movie called The Glass Slipper which presented a ...
Views: 1326 - Manager's Corner - So You Say You Coach Your Employees - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Liz Weber- "Oh yes. Our employees are our most valuable asset." - "Given the way things are these days, we work very hard to retain our employees." - "We've provided coaching and mentoring training to all of our management staff!" Well good for you. But why is it that your staff seems nervous and ...
Views: 1323 - The Real Secret to Making Great Decisions - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Don NenningerOne of the most important topics discussed in recent years in the field of neuroscience explores the mind-body relationship and the fact (yes, it is a fact) that much of our best “thinking” does not occur in the traditional rational left brain-centered approach. This more thorough scientific ...
Views: 1323 - Collaborative Leadership: A Process for Success in a Turbulent World - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2012 from James MurphyDo you know how to provide collaborative leadership in a disciplined fashion? And how does one define disciplined collaboration? The current business and leadership literature touts the importance of collaborating in our turbulent world. Large and small businesses and teams struggle to wrap ...
Views: 1322 - Decision-Making is a Serious and Growing Problem - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2005 from Robert (Bob) CannonDecision-making is an age old problem. Eve took advice from a snake. Julius Ceasar took advice from a council of advisors even though they later stabbed him in the back. Kings, presidents and leaders of all types struggle with making good decisions. The 2004-2005 Teradata Report on Enterprise ...
Views: 1322 - Leadership - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2010 from Carolyn SavoyLeadership Those workers want to know how much you care, before they care how much you know. – Manufacturer in Iowa Leader Expectancy I had a player a few years ago that told me that she had studied about me in her organizational behaviour class one day. I asked her to explain. She ...
Views: 1322(4 votes) - Recession Proof Your Business (Part 2) Leadership for Success - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Susan HindsLeadership for yourself and your business is extremely important in tough economic times. Leadership is about setting goals and then working towards those goals. It is also about accessing what is the most important task that you can complete in your business to get the best possible results. ...
Views: 1322 - Executive Leadership Coaching – Busting the Myths - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2013 from Jennifer BroadleyOver the last fortnight, in the process of building an ‘extension’ onto my present business activities, I’ve met an extraordinary range of diverse leaders – some corporate, some entrepreneurial, most a bit of both. Here’s what’s been interesting to me – they have each been successful in their ...
Views: 1321(2 votes) - Maximizing Your Brand in Turbulent Times - by Submitted on May 11, 2010 from Jessi LaCostaIt’s a common misconception that your brand is your logo, slogan, brochures and products. Your brand is much more than that. Your brand is only as strong as what others think, feel and perceive about every aspect of your company and your products. It is also about how you live up to your ...
Views: 1320(3 votes) - Multi-person Communication - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2017 from Yvette BethelCommunication can be a two-person sport. You meet someone, get to know her, then take the steps you need to keep the relationship alive and warm. With other introductions, you are delinquent allowing the would-be relationship to die a natural, disconnected death. The same is true in teams, when ...
Views: 1320 - Quit Managing And Start Leading!! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2008 from Byrd BaggettI want to warn readers that this article can, and hopefully will be, hazardous to the health of managers. It was written with the intention to both offend and challenge those who treat people as human cattle. I was inspired to write this article after speaking with two friends, one a mid-level ...
Views: 1320 - Gandhi's Legacy of Non-Violence - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Gandhi's Legacy of Non-Violence Author Craig Lock Category/Key words/ Tags: Gandhi, Mahatma (Mohandas) Gandhi, Peace, Peacemaking, Leadership, Inspiration, "Inspirational Writings", India, Spiritual Growth, Spiritual (stop - enough there now) Web Sites: ...
Views: 1319(1 vote) - Improving Your Life through Self Employment - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from M RafiqMany of us have heard the saying that you should work to live rather than live to work. However, for many of those who are employed, they spend a huge amount of their time focusing on work just to make money to manage financially. This is something that can have a huge negative impact on your ...
Views: 1319 - Practice What You Preach! - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Jessica Blalock, Ph.D.Within the past 10 years, there has been a surge of scandals that have come out in the media about practices of ministers, businessmen, politicians, etc. For example, in 2006, it was revealed that Ted Haggard, an evangelical preacher, paid a man to engage in sex with him for three years and ...
Views: 1319(4 votes) - Step 5 to Your Success - Grow from The IMAGE Success System - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Monica Molstad BareshPart 5 of 7 of The IMAGE Success System (Imagine, Manage, Act, Grow, Enjoy!) by Monica of ImageThat! As you have Imagined, Managed, and taken Action, you should be learning something along the way! In the first steps of The IMAGE Success System, I recommended that you start a journal to ...
Views: 1318(2 votes) - There Are 7 Billion People On The Planet, You Can Find Yours - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightIt is so easy to get trapped into thinking that you are not going to be able to find your people because you start to see the people around you as the only options that there are… You have been pushing and striving to build your business and as great as that is, you are starting to get a ...
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