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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- Leadership in Business and In Life: Steer Your Career in a Clear and Positive Direction - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2012 from Aynn DanielsYour career is like a ship and you're the captain. You can drift along or take command to guide it in a clear and positive direction. These are some suggestions for setting your course and sticking to it so you so wind up where you want to go. Setting a Course for Your Career 1. Conduct a ...
Views: 1638 - Let Go of What’s No Longer Serving You - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2013 from Layne SchmidtWe bought country property a few years back and as with many rural acreages; ours came with a whole bunch of out-buildings that served a variety of purposes at one time – but no longer functioned at that state. In a word – they were hazards and we began the process of tearing them down, ...
Views: 1638(4 votes) - A Simple, Surefire Way to Get Results Now! - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamLesson 4: Inspire Others With a Future That Creates Their Desired Results getyourfuturestartedI have received many questions from business owners and leaders about how to hold others accountable so they can lead their team to achieve extraordinary results. This is lesson #4 out of six ...
Views: 1636 - Eoungh Already....Are You a Leader or a Follower? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Melanie Benson StrickI’ve been seeing a lot of “information” lately about being a leader or a follower. What I’ve come to understand is a lot of mentors, gurus and marketers need you to be a follower. Followers do what they are told. Which means followers will probably spend a lot more money with their “guru” and ...
Views: 1636 - RESPONDING TO A CALL TO ACTION - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from al betz9-year-old Christina Taylor Green had lofty dreams. She wanted to help other people. She traveled with her neighbor in Tucson, Arizona to see her Congressperson, a woman, a role model, someone from whom she could learn about public service. You know what happened. President Obama spoke ...
Views: 1636 - Time Management for an Entrepreneur: Do Less, Achieve More - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2012 from Tim PondAre you struggling in a hustle and bustle trap? Do you have enough time for the things you consider important? Every now and then it is worth asking yourself if you are focusing on the essential. Focusing helps you develop your time management and achieve better results. Entrepreneurs of ...
Views: 1636(2 votes) - Leadership and Team Building: The Core of Every Business - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2012 from Arun RaoCorporate offices employ team enhancement activities to minimize internal conflicts among the employees, escalate performance and productivity. Such programs facilitate in the creation of a positive atmosphere at the workplace by increasing team interactions, motivating the team to work, and ...
Views: 1635(1 vote) - 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: 1634 - Corporate Storytelling - Tips for Telling a Great Story - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Doug StevensonYou can give a presentation that’s a dazzling display of information and your vast intellectual knowledge, but when all is said and done, people remember the stories. Why do people remember stories but no other information? Studies about how adults learn show that memory is formed when a ...
Views: 1632 - Leaders Think! - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2013 from Vernon MyersThe most important skill a leader possesses is the ability to think. Remember, when you were a student in school, your teacher always told you to put your “thinking cap” on? It’s still true; leaders must always have their thinking caps on to operate at their highest level. Henry Ford, founder ...
Views: 1632(2 votes) - Earning the Respect of Others - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from cedric riceIt is essential for a leader to have the respect of his or her followers. Respect is the key ingredient in the effectiveness of a leader. The leader whose followers respect him will go beyond the call to accomplish whatever they need to accomplish to get the job done. Most people equate being ...
Views: 1631 - The Unspoken - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Lyndsey ShafferTwo common phrases used to describe the impact a person has are “your words speak volumes” and “your silence is deafening”. However, the opposite is true as well. Silence speaks volumes. Inaction and the unspoken evoke results in the same ways as spoken words and actions. It is often more ...
Views: 1631(7 votes) - What Is a Manager? - by Submitted on Sep 03, 2009 from Andrew BaileyIf you are working in a direct sales or a retail environment, more than likely your sales targets for the month are decided upon by someone else in the company. More than likely too, your targets would be emailed to you before the end of the month for the following month. They set the targets ...
Views: 1631(3 votes) - Inspirational Storytelling Power - A Leadership Development Tool - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Doug StevensonAs the waiters cleared the dessert plates from the banquet tables, Joanne, the VP of Sales, stepped to the podium and began the annual meeting. The CEO, Jeff Carlson, could feel the heat building under his collar. He wiped his sweaty palms on the linen napkin and took another sip of water to wet ...
Views: 1629 - Raise the Bar -- Focus on Successes - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2012 from Jane CranstonThe story tells of an interaction between a parent and his high school-age child. The adolescent presents with a report card of four As and one D-. Because of our prejudices and experiences, we the reader are inclined to think the parent is going to either lecture or at least focus on the low ...
Views: 1629(1 vote) - Do You Need a Ph.D. to Become a STEM Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2016 from Kevin XuLaunching a STEM-based company might seem intimidating if you don’t have an advanced degree in one of the corresponding fields. STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) industries require extensive study and practice, and you need a strong background in these areas in order to run a ...
Views: 1627 - Give and Fill Your Jar! - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2010 from Saritza ZambranaI feel so much curiosity when people describe themselves as "giving persons". And there is a question that seems to be out of sight. And that question is: what is it you give? The same thing occurs every time a leader describes himself as a committed person. And then their results show a ...
Views: 1627(8 votes) - Make yourself more Valuable, Develop other Leaders to Succeed You - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Andrew HortonBecause we live in such a now generation, with instant popcorn, microwaves and fast food, we have become impatient and expect everything in our lives to be instant. We expect instant success, instant personal growth and the case of our health we want instant results there too. Leaders are no ...
Views: 1627(1 vote) - Why gratitude makes you a better manager? - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2010 from Wendy WoodsMakes you more empathetic. People with a strong disposition toward gratitude have the capacity to be empathic and to take the perspective of others (McCullough, Emmons, & Tsang, 2002). Empathy is one of the skills required for Emotional Intelligence which accounts for 80% of success at ...
Views: 1626(6 votes) - Good To Great Leadership - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2007 from Annette PieperWe’ve all heard the saying “living the good life”. Why would we want to live the good life when we can create the great life? I recently read the book Good to Great, Why Some Companies Make the Leap…and Others Don’t by Jim Collins. One of the powerful concepts that he discusses is Level 5 ...
Views: 1625 - How to Be a Good Team Leader for Workplace Success - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Steven StasczakThere are numerous things that a good team leader to learn rapidly amid a great time. The fundamental one is the manner by which to end up plainly a good team leader, since that will be of imperative significance for your business. There are some extremely important prerequisites that you should ...
Views: 1622 - Making the Highest Possible Contribution - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Michelle RandallDo you ever feel you have so much potential that you can't sit still? All high performers feel this potential boiling up within them. It’s what they look for in turn when making key hires. But even with the most promising new employee, something can happen and, next thing you know, they’re stuck ...
Views: 1622(1 vote) - Customer Satisfaction: Seven action items to make you stand out - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Joe NuckolsOh, the joy of humming along with those great songs, the hits, wonderfully re-mastered instrumental versions, especially the electronic tonal beats that play over and over through the filtered telephone interface as we wait for the service attendant to finally click on and tell us the ...
Views: 1621(3 votes) - Grow your business through being negative! - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2014 from Leslie CunninghamAt first glance this story might seem like it has nothing to do with building a thriving business. However, as you read this, I invite you to consider where you haven't been willing to "get off it" with someone or something in your business. Getting off it is a willingness to take ...
Views: 1621 - The Optimism Bias: Is it Bad for You? - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Valencia RayOptimism and happiness are interconnected. With the world around us changing as rapidly as it is in our business environment these days, being optimistic can make a very significant difference. Yet, I sometimes hear online and offline comments that being optimistic is not realistic, or even ...
Views: 1621(1 vote) - 3 Steps to Building Customer Trust - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2012 from Justin McSharryBuilding a lasting relationship with your customers is beyond important, especially in the age of information. More than ever customers have access to information about your products, yet they still want to buy from people they trust. How important is trust to YOU when you buy? The more a ...
Views: 1620(1 vote) - Headknocking, Brick Walls… and What’s a Manager to Do? - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2004 from Terri LevineIt’s great to see many companies are now acknowledging that the old, traditional methods of management are not effective and they are modernizing their strategies and taking steps to improve employee morale, and therefore productivity. CEO’s are taking an active interest because they have to ...
Views: 1620(1 vote) - Ethical Conflict Resolution - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2003 from Doug StaneartConflicts are inevitable, but the more we know about human nature, the more positive the outcome of a conflict might be for both parties. We know that different people have different priorities and different ways of dealing with situations that may occur, but in general, human beings have ...
Views: 1618(1 vote) - What Does Exercise Have to do with Leadership? - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2010 from Gil PizanoExercise. Some of us dread it, others can't wait to get to it. It's true that exercise can become additive and almost an obsession at times to some people (I myself have been bitten by the exercise workout bug). When I'm forced to go more than a couple of days without working out, I find myself ...
Views: 1617(5 votes) - Creating and Sustaining a Powerful Workplace Team - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Renee CormierProbably one of the most difficult achievements for any manager is to assemble and maintain the right team to take their business to a higher level. Sometimes you get it right, and then someone leaves and the whole dynamic collapses. It can leave you feeling like you just fell in front of the ...
Views: 1616(2 votes) - Human Capital Training Optimizes Utilization of Organizational Resources - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2013 from Sonu ParasharHuman capital represents knowledge, skills and abilities required to fulfill job responsibilities effectively. It is the most valuable asset of an organization. While a great idea is required to successfully start an enterprise, a strong human capital is required to sustain that business. ...
Views: 1615(1 vote) - Leadership and Management Are Opposites - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2009 from Kevin BurnsLog into any business networking site, like LinkedIn or Ryze, and almost daily will you see someone asking a question attempting to determine the difference between Leadership and Management. What are really interesting are the people who are asking: people in management or leadership positions. ...
Views: 1615(2 votes) - ***Steering Our Leadership Wheel - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com Articles"The winds and waves are always on the side of the best navigators." — Edward Gibbon, English historian Leaders look beyond the current situation – beyond what is, to what could be. That's why leadership is all about change. It's why leadership is action, not a position. Growing our ...
Views: 1613 - Encouraging and Making Progress - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2011 from Jane CranstonDo you have days when you feel like you’re getting nowhere or sense a project will never end? Worked on initiatives where you were only part of the solution and would never see the finished product? Wonder what happened to that suggestion that received such a positive reception and now seems to ...
Views: 1612(2 votes) - 5 Reasons Why Superior Leadership is Critical in these Difficult Economic Times - by Submitted on May 01, 2009 from Richard MagidIn the business that I own, I am fortunate everyday to have the opportunity to meet with other business owners, executives and leaders from a broad cross-section of industries. Up until about 60 days ago, there continued to be a sense of optimism and confidence that they would survive and even ...
Views: 1610 - Leadership Challenge: Letting Go Of Control; Three Steps to Help You Master the Art of Delegation. - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2012 from Andria CorsoOne of the great opportunities of leadership is the delegation of tasks to others, which not only frees up your time to be more strategic but also develops those employees to whom you’ve delegated. Although it is a great opportunity for leaders, it is also a great challenge. Delegating means ...
Views: 1609(2 votes) - PERSONAL LEADERSHIP - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Ann VaninoFor me, leadership is personal. It starts with the individual. Each person brings who they are to the task of leading. If you are a leader or aspire to leadership, I ask you: Is all well in your world? Are you happy? Are you operating at maximum efficiency? If your answer is “yes”, then the ...
Views: 1606(4 votes) - Game Changers: Women Empowering Women for Synergistic Success - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Sarah HathornThe newest professional development trend is focused on cultivating women leaders to not only ascend into higher-level positions but also become game changers for their teams, organizations, and industries. I find that many large corporations have established new women’s affinity leadership ...
Views: 1604(5 votes) - Leadership Theories - How They Apply To Your Daily Routine - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2011 from Chris D'CruzLeadership theories are all about how best someone directs their group and or even themselves in achieving their goals thus becoming successful. People do apply leadership theories in their day to day business even without knowing it. These theories do apply to group members if you are involved ...
Views: 1604 - Step Up Your Leadership: 4 Steps To Giving Powerful Feedback - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2010 from Laura WatsonI have adopted a great belief from my husband; “feedback is the breakfast of champions”. At first, I didn’t “get it”, but I have learned that receiving feedback is a powerful gift for personal and professional growth and that giving feedback effectively, makes for more effective leadership and ...
Views: 1604(4 votes) - Stress And The Workplace: Effectiveness At Work - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Rick CarterEffectiveness at work means more than just checking off all the items on your “To Do” list. It means getting along with your co-workers, interacting with management, and keeping clients or customers satisfied. It requires all of your talents, skills and abilities. And the quickest way to ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Find Your Voice Resonance - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Cynthia ZhaiWhat does a voice with resonance sound like? A speaker with a resonant voice exudes confidence, credibility and conviction. It draws you in and keeps you sitting on the edge of your seat. A leader with a resonant voice radiates passion, authority and humanity. It leaves you impact and ...
Views: 1602 - Anxiety is Practicing Failure in Advance - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2010 from Mary Lee Gannon,Fear is a useful emotion that is self-preserving. Our intuition tells us to be afraid so that we may arm ourselves from harm. When you see a dog bearing its teeth your fear tells you to stay away. Anxiety is not fear. Anxiety is preparing for a perceived fear that is most likely ...
Views: 1601(3 votes) - Bumping Into Your Organization’s Values - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2007 from Cindy VentriceYears ago, in his book, The Pursuit of Wow!, Tom Peters talked about the “bump-into factor.” He said that the objects and ideas we find ourselves surrounded by and bombarded with regularly are what get our attention. I know the bump factor is my excuse for a messy desk. I have no intention of ...
Views: 1600 - Courageous Conversations - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Ingrid Martine1. Interrogate Reality 2. Tackle the Tough Stuff 3. Invite Learning 4. Enrich Relationships Here’s a BELIEF from which you can lead as a leader, manager, be it in corporate America or in the privacy of your home: “Conversations can either enable you and increase your capacity for ...
Views: 1600 - Emotionally Intelligent Leadership: The Optimal Thinking Way - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Sam DonnersWhen leaders lack emotional intelligence, employees often feel powerless, anxious and frustrated. Functioning with unresolved emotional turbulence, their performance can be dramatically impacted. Many employees disconnect from the company's mission and their daily responsibilities when they feel ...
Views: 1600(8 votes) - Help Your Organization Succeed: 5 Tips to Elevate Your Purpose - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Mike Henry Sr.I recently read two different posts that caused me to think about how people are treated in the workplace. The first was a series written by Chad Balthrop about the trap of transactional leadership. It seems that sometimes, many times, actually, we view our personal interactions as ...
Views: 1600(3 votes) - Harness the Power of Your Thoughts - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2016 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comI had the opportunity last week to see Jack Canfield live and attend his A Day to Greatness seminar. For sure, you all know Jack Canfield, the co-creator of the Chicken Soup for the Soul. Have you read his book The Success Principles? The workshop covered a number of his success principles and I ...
Views: 1598 - Are You Teaching Mindfulness? - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2018 from Willie HortonFor the last twenty two years I’ve been enabling my clients use mindfulness in the course of their daily lives. Most of them are “big business” people – leaders in big companies and multi-nationals. And most of them tell me regularly, how mindfulness enables them cope with the enormous ...
Views: 1597 - Leaders Are Responsive - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2014 from Vernon MyersGood leaders must possess the ability to effectively communicate to superiors, subordinates, and peers. Responsive leaders must not only be able to communicate effectively, they must be able to communicate in a timely manner with clear purpose and intent. A leader must possess the ability ...
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