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Views: 1173 - The Art of Being Successful - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Scott HunterThe Art of Being Outrageously Successful! Prologue: My personal definition: you love your life, love what you do, love who you do it with, you are able to contribute and make a difference in the lives of others, you are financially secure, you get what you want most if not all of the time, ...
Views: 1584 - The Art of Caring Leadership - by There are literally millions of words written and spoken each week on enlightened leadership yet the fact remains that low morale, high stress and job dissatisfaction continue to be three of the most serious problems facing the workplace. We seem to be so effectively socialized into top down ...
Views: 982 - The Art of Decision Making: Make Powerful Choices and Take Control of Your Life When You ACT - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesDo you have trouble making decisions? Are you stuck in a situation that is causing you stress, and don’t know how to fix it? The ACT methodology is a tool that you can use to help you sort out your options and arrive at a decision. At the heart of each issue, challenge, or decision are three ...
Views: 700 - The Art of Inspiring Others to Action By Example - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Jim BrittLeaders make a difference because they are different themselves. A leader’s function is to influence and inspire the people who look to them for direction, guidance and support. What sets great leaders apart from the masses is not their sex, age, or occupation. Nor is it their level of ...
Views: 4979 - The Art of Listening - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2012 from Scott HunterHave you ever had a conversation with someone and walked away saying to yourself: “I might as well have been talking to the wall?” Are you clear that there are times people have conversations with you and probably walk away saying to themselves: “I might as well have been talking to the wall?” ...
Views: 867 - The Art of No - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2012 from Margaret Meloni“The art of leadership is saying no, not saying yes. It is very easy to say yes.” – Tony Blair No is not always negative. It is not a bad or incorrect response. Saying no does not make you a difficult or uncooperative person. Read that again, out loud. Saying no is more honest than a false ...
Views: 1765 - The Audacity of Expectation - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2008 from William DiedrichOne of our presidential candidates (Barack Obama) wrote a book entitled: The Audacity of Hope. If you are feeling down and things look bleak, hope tells you, “This, too, will pass.” Hope tells you that things can get better. Yet, when we hope that things will turn out for our best ...
Views: 1257 - The Battle for Talent is Heating Up, Are You Ready? - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinThis is an interesting time in the history of business - workplace dynamics are in the midst of a huge shift. Baby Boomers in their 60’s are running into the challenges of managing the very different needs of those in the Y generation. In fact, so much focus has been placed on these two sizeable ...
Views: 1495 - The Benefit of Safety Debriefing – Developing a Culture of Learning through Lessons Learned - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2011 from James MurphyOrganizations must possess both formal and informal learning structures to adapt and thrive, and safety debriefing skills learned from a qualified consulting firm is just such a structure that is a necessity in any rapidly changing environment. Anyone who has not recognized the need for ...
Views: 1904 - The Benefits of Learning a Foreign Language - by Submitted on May 16, 2019 from Jonathan SmallToday, in our fast-paced global economies, learning a second or third language puts us that much ahead of the competition. In addition to coming in handy when traveling and allowing you to learn new cultures easily, grasping new languages opens up an array of opportunities from studying to ...
Views: 759 - The Best Leaders Are Bold Leaders - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2013 from Angie ThompsonIf you make a list of leaders who have made a difference – whether the list is global and historical, or local and recent – you will find they all have one thing in common. Those leaders are bold. The Merriam-Webster Dictionary defines bold in part with these three definitions: not ...
Views: 880 - The Big Three: Focus, Execution & Me - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2007 from Charles BreedingThe Big Three: Focus, Execution & Me By Charles A. Breeding What is your central focus today? How well do you consistently execute on that focus? How do you need to change and adapt in order to focus and execute and lead more effectively? Whether you are an executive, executive coach, a ...
Views: 1781 - The CEO Challenge: Being, Not Just Doing - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2010 from Kevin McMahonThe truly effective CEO can achieve up to 70 percent improvement in the performance of their people. And the key to such success? It’s more about being than doing. By Kevin McMahon. While CEOs know that they impact on the organisation they lead, many may not realise just how profound that ...
Views: 725 - The Challenges of Leadership in a Global Marketplace - by Submitted on May 04, 2007 from Susan WestLeadership in a competitive marketplace is extremely challenging. You must always be scanning the horizon, looking for the next critical trend, while still paying attention to the here and now. The challenge increases in difficulty exponentially when your marketplace is not only competitive, ...
Views: 1658 - The Charismatic Leader – Diamond Performance - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2011 from Karla BrandauIn an interview, comedian Joan Rivers was asked how she stayed so thin and trim and the interviewer said, “Do you do a lot of exercising?” “Oh, my Lord no,” said Rivers. “If God had intended me to bend over, He would have put diamonds on the ground.” When actress and screen writer, Mae West, ...
Views: 865 - The Chief Cause of Business Failure & Success - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2004 from Sharif KhanBusiness rises and falls on leadership. According to business guru, Brian Tracy, “Leadership is the most important single factor in determining business success or failure in our competitive, turbulent, fast-moving economy.” Still not convinced? Based on a study by Jessie Hagen of the US Bank, ...
Views: 1771 - The Chomsky Hierarchy And Language - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2019 from Jonathan SmallFamous linguist Noam Chomsky divided formal grammar into four different classes in 1956. He listed the different classes of language it generates, the kind of automation that recognizes it, and the forms of its rules. The four types are – Type 0- Type 3. Let’s learn a little more in detail about ...
Views: 833 - The Client Relationship and You - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerRelationships are so important in every aspect of life. No matter where you go or what you do, relationships are at the core of everything. This is especially true in the business world. Sometimes we forget, but quite honestly, the core of your successful business is your relationship with ...
Views: 1281 - The Clonakilla Success Secret - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Zoe RouthI had the privilege of having dinner with Tim Kirk, owner of Clonakilla wines. For those who have tasted it, you know that there is something incredibly magic about his wine. My first sip was like drinking silk. It's no wonder that his wines are such a massive success. Who would believe it - ...
Views: 1454 - The Code of Trust - by Submitted on Jan 11, 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: 1507 - The Corporate Shaman Way - Path to a Changed World Living with Soul, Solving our problems, Being a change agent… by Bill O’Mara PhD - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2012 from William OMaraThe Corporate Shaman Way - Path to a Changed World Living with Soul, Solving our problems, Being a change agent… by Bill O’Mara PhD Every week I receive email from one group/individual or another frustrated by the state of the world…. The war, the environment, crime, poverty, addiction, ...
Views: 1452 - The Crisis of Leadership. - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Neil RobertsWithout strong leaders, the world has become filled to overflowing with fundamentally good and honest people who have become addicted to the demands of a self-centered lifestyle that is focused on acquiring the things and experiences that (so they are told) will enable them to enjoy life. But the ...
Views: 1101 - The Curse of Industry Norms - by Within your company right now, there are bound to be managers who are comparing the performance of their divisions or departments to industry norms. While they are meant to be helpful, norms are deadly if you intend to grow a highly profitable, thriving business. There are several reasons why ...
Views: 2651 - The Easiest Management Trap to Fall Into & The Hardest One to Avoid - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from William CottringerThe Easiest Management Trap to Fall Into & The Hardest One to Avoid by Bill Cottringer “The first rule of business: Control the few controllables and manage the rest the best you can.” ~The author. This number one rule actually applies to both the public and private sectors equally ...
Views: 1543 - The Effect of the Economic Woes and Wellness in the Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Cecile PeterkinTurning on the television and watching the news at the end of the workday used to be a way to catch up on what happened while workers were in the office. These days, however, with the focus of much of the news being on the current economic crisis, workers are having more trouble separating ...
Views: 787 - THE ENEMY WITHIN - Uprooting apathy and cynicism - by “Dead-end job” is a term most often used by dead-end people.
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Views: 907 - The Energetic Pitfalls of Networking - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2014 from Milissa HardingDo you ever feel “energetically exhausted” after attending a networking event or other large-group business meetings? Many introverted entrepreneurs experience these feelings, and perhaps you are one of them, as well. This energetic exhaustion often happens when you are literally fatigued ...
Views: 1067 - The Essence of Servant Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2011 from Paul BrooksWhat is servant leadership? How can you benefit from it? Serving at its core meaning, is setting aside your own needs and desires, in order to aid or assist others with their needs. Notice I did not mention “wants”, it is all about helping others achieve their legitimate needs. The benefits ...
Views: 3024 - The Fallacies of Motivation - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2007 from Harlan Goerger4 Keys to develop the “Will Theory” As a new sales person I always had the challenge of overcoming the negatives. Cold calling, getting lots of No’s and still making the next call. I heard lots of talk and ideas on motivation and listened to lots of tapes by Zig Ziglar, Earl Nightingale and ...
Views: 2354 - The Five Essential Steps of Every Day Leadership - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2007 from Paul KeetchIf I asked you whether or not you thought you were a truly effective leader, you would probably say "no". Well, guess what - you'd be absolutely right. And you'd be absolutely wrong. You see, very few of us are exceptional leaders by nature. But we are leaders nonetheless, regardless of ...
Views: 968 - The Five Key Facets Of High Performance Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2008 from Brian WardMany people in leadership positions struggle with understanding what makes a great leader. While billions of dollars are spent annually on leadership development, quality leadership is still in short supply. For example, the move towards total quality has inspired many organizations to take a ...
Views: 1613 - The Five Levers of Leadership - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Jeb BlountLeaders have tough jobs. Why? Because in most cases they bear 100 percent of the responsibility for the performance of their team yet receive little glory for their efforts. The best leaders work longer hours, endure more stress, and have greater responsibility than the people they manage. ...
Views: 3361 - The Five People You Meet At Work - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Liz WeberI just finished Mitch Albom's 'the five people you meet in heaven.' It's an interesting quick read. And it left me, as I'm sure it does all readers, wondering who I'd meet if I were to have a similar post-life experience. Just as Mr. Albom's main character meets individuals whose lives he ...
Views: 1087 - The Five Perspectives Leaders Must Have to Succeed in 2014 - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2014 from Angie ThompsonOne of the truths about leadership, not often talked about, is that when we become leaders we must begin to look at and see the world differently – at least if we want to be successful and effective. Following that idea, the obvious question is, what are the ways we need to look at the world ...
Views: 863 - The Five Secrets to WorkLuck - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Darcy EikenbergWhen I left my long-time corporate leadership role to launch my own business, our team gave me a lovely set of candles, each with an inspirational word on it. I keep these in my office, rotating different ones to the front when I need its message most. So, on stressful days, “peace” is there to ...
Views: 731 - The Folly of Staff Surveys - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2019 from Alexandria JoyWould you send a text to your children in the next room and ask them - "How do you think I'd rate so far as a parent? Are you planning to stay or leave?" No? Well why would you do it to your staff? I believe standard surveys don’t work for reviewing a company's culture. That's right I am not a ...
Views: 1044 - The Foundation of Leadership - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from John AOVThe most important quality of leadership, the one quality for which you want to be known, is extraordinary performance, with the goal of achieving extraordinary results. These results then serve as an inspiration to others to perform at equally exceptional levels. People ascribe leadership to ...
Views: 861 - The Four Pillars of Youth Leadership Development - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Peter Glon“The ability to see into the future and anticipate the consequences of decisions made now will require us to go beyond simply relying on past experience. Leaders must free themselves from lock step procedures and purely analytical tools to accommodate the rapid rate of change and uncertainty ...
Views: 2838 - The Future of Children -- Empowering Children's Leadership - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Debra SloverA lot of children do not believe they have a future. All they see around them is chaos and less than desirable people being rewarded with nice cars, lots of money in a lifestyle that they don't comprehend, while each day the child wonders where their next meal will come from or when mom will ...
Views: 879 - The Global Leadership Crisis - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from Alexandria JoyLet's face it - the GFC was financially crippling for many companies and individuals around the world - but the Global Leadership Challenge should be more concerning as it has the potential to be even more devastating if it isn't addressed and reversed. Gallup research shows that the single ...
Views: 1362 - The Golden Age of Leadership – Where are You? - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffAs a decision maker and influence leader, do you stop to think about how you lead and what age you and your business operate under? Does the philosophy of that age influence your decisions when it comes to maximizing productivity and profitability in the 21st Century? Today, leadership and ...
Views: 1300 - The Golden Age of Leadership –Where are You, The Bronze Age? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2011 from Pat HeydlauffLike millions of others, has your world been turned upside down? Have your responsibilities at work and at home escalated and the time you used to have for yourself been depleted? The old norms just aren’t working and everywhere you turn someone is trying to provide you advice on how to live ...
Views: 863 - The Healing Of America - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2008 from Ronald MannLast night was a historic event! Barack Obama’s acceptance speech for the Presidential nomination set a tone and demonstrated a quality of Being and Presence that can bring this country back from the policies of fear, separation, dishonesty, denial and arrogance. As you know, I do not write ...
Views: 1017 - The Human Moment - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2008 from Karole SutherlandIt’s no secret – we have become dependent on our electronic workmates. Our Blackberries, PDAs and smart phones are here to stay. Few of us can imagine what it was like working in the days before email, faxes, voice mail and next-day couriers. For those of us who remember, it’s hard to believe ...
Views: 1171 - The Hunt For Motivational Speakers in Toronto - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2018 from Scott KressTrying to find a motivational speaker in Toronto is easy - there are a ton of them. Trying to find a motivational speaker in Toronto that will have a message that resonates with your organization is a little tougher. Remember, you are not only making a financial investment, your team will be ...
Views: 1129 - The Importance of Emotional Intelligence among Leaders - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinWhen talking about a ‘perfect leader’, we easily think of someone who seems to be always in control. This person never allows his temper to overcome him no matter how difficult the situation is. You may also imagine a perfect leader in a person who is trusted by his staff because she is someone ...
Views: 1455 - The Importance of Setting Expectations - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Liz UramExpectations, Standards, Goals, Measures, Criteria, Benchmarks, Accountabilities. Whatever you call them, make sure you have them. Setting expectations is the foundation of good management skills. First, it shows that you are confident about what you want and you are able to make decisions. ...
Views: 1812 - The Influence of Leadership - 3 Keys to the Art of Leadership - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2012 from Hasheem FrancisWhen it comes to leading others, there are several traits that are necessary for success. The average person doesn't realize how difficult it is to inspire others in proper manner to move forward. Leading others is not an easy thing to do, but there are several keys that can help move the ...
Views: 1113 - The Influential Leader - 10 Critical Skills You Must Possess For Success! - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2008 from Sam PalazzoloWhat if there was a better way? What would you do? What could you do? What should you do? These are the questions most asked of me before the Leadership seminars I hold around the country. In the last year I was fortunate to serve just over 25,000 people from these encounters. What I found ...
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