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Views: 1439(2 votes) - The Leader Without Followers - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Rich MiltonThe turn around of events for everyone has a purpose whether it’s from bad to good, or good to bad. And a leader may think he is a leader now, may not be really a leader after all. That’s why there’s a purpose for every turn of events in our lives. Everyone around him regards him with ...
Views: 1517 - How Self Confidence Impacts Your Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Cecile PeterkinCoaching clients in senior roles is often necessary because they lack self confidence. As a result, they are not seen as leaders. Instead, they all seem to have one quality in common. They all have a fear of making the necessary decision required of their position. Self perception affects ...
Views: 1492 - Top 10 Characteristics of a Successful Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Cindy .HolbrookA successful entrepreneur has mastered the art of a balanced life. They take the time to care for their own personal health and maintain meaningful relationships with their loved ones. They are driven by their passion to serve others and to utilize their creativity. What makes a successful ...
Views: 8201(6 votes) - Obstacles of an Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Cindy .HolbrookAn entrepreneur is a person who begins a business based on their passion. They don’t think of it it as work – they find it fun, creative and invigorating. An entrepreneur (including an online entrepreneur) also accepts all the risks and responsibilities of any new business and will have ...
Views: 6834 - 5 Strategies To Conquer Criticism As A Sports Leader - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from RICHARD MALONEYToday is a tough one but a good one, because if you can master this step then there will be nothing holding you back from becoming a great sports leader you know you can be! What I am talking about is the ability to overcome criticism. As sports leaders we are the ones in the spotlight, we ...
Views: 1344 - 22 Facts About The Key Ingredient To Becoming A Leader Who Stands The Test Of Time - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Brian Keith DoddWe’ve all seen leaders whose influence was short-term. They were here today and gone tomorrow. So what is the difference in leaders who last and the ones pass the test of time? The answer can be found in the single word ”Faithfulness”. Dr. Crawford Lorrits is more than a pastor to me. I ...
Views: 745 - Top 10 Tips for Managing Down - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Roberta MatusonManagement looks really easy, doesn't it? You're awarded a title, and, if you are lucky, an office, and away you go. You bark some orders here and there and then you sit back until it's time to give another directive. Of course, everyone does exactly what you ask of them, because you are the ...
Views: 856 - 4 Strategies to Get You Promoted Today - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Kari WaldnerWe all want to be proud of where we work and what we provide for our company. Are you wanting or maybe struggling to get ahead or out of your current position? Here are 4 strategies for you to implement to help you get promoted? 1. Take on More It may not look like it and in some cases it ...
Views: 1053 - Network with Ease - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Glenise AndersonNetworking is very important in our daily lives. Often the best jobs and opportunities are not advertised but filled by word of mouth. With this in mind, a good idea is to go and find them yourself. How is this done, do I hear you ask? By the simple process of networking. A number of ...
Views: 693 - A Book "Review: The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Three) - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review: The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Three) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words (Tags): Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, booksShimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, books Web sites: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com www.lulu.com/craiglock and ...
Views: 993 - 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: 1741 - Participative Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Majlinda PrikuCurrently there is a lot of controversy over the benefits that are received when using participative leadership. Both managers and leaders are skeptical about making that step forward and creating new strategies for approaching employees and changing traditional methods for decision making, ...
Views: 1382 - A Tribute to My Dear Dad (In Memory): RAYMOND CARRUTHERS LOCK – ABLE SEAMAN RNVR. SA. -67699 - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Craig LockA Tribute to My Dear Dad (In Memory): RAYMOND CARRUTHERS LOCK (07/01/1923- 23/02/2009) – ABLE SEAMAN RNVR. SA. -67699 by John Bailey Key words (tags): Ray Lock, John Bailey, Flotsam and Jetsam, books, the Book ‘Bismarck, Dorsetshire and Memories’, autobiography, war stories, memoirs, ...
Views: 2370 - Positive Networking - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2011 from Glenise AndersonNetworking is skill which is extremely important in order to make contact with different people. Not only is networking required within the workplace, it is also required outside in various other situations. For a woman to have positive networking skills is very important. Not only is a woman ...
Views: 696 - The Power of Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from Raphael Louis:Raphael Louis - Leader, Prime Minister of Canada for 2020 Raphael Louis grew up within a political environment in Haiti, where his distinguished family members and relatives held prestigious and influential government positions through public service institutions. Throughout his teenage years ...
Views: 1597(3 votes) - A Book "Review: The New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part One) - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review: The New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part One) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, books, politics, world, peace, possibilities for peace Web site: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com www.lulu.com/craiglock and ...
Views: 1079 - The very BEST way to achieve SUCCESS and maximize YOUR lifestyle ! - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from royston marplesThere is a SYSTEM globally ministrated and operated to assist anyone dedicated to improving their lifestyle and achieve their goals and dreams. I know because I am part of that organization and I have a huge dream that will come to actualization in the near future. Most of the scientific law ...
Views: 980(1 vote) - A Book "Review": 'The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Two) - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review": 'The 'New Middle East' by Shimon Peres (Part Two) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Shimon Peres, Middle East, Israel, books, leadership, politics, world, peace, possibilities for peace Web site: www.craigsbooks.wordpress.com The submitter's blog (with ...
Views: 1078 - 7 Steps to Implementing Intentional Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Karen KellerSo, 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 ...
Views: 1957 - Four Safeguards Against Commitment Burnout - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverAs a busy human being, it can be easy at times to find yourself overwhelmed, over worked, and burned out. If this has ever happened to you, maybe you need to learn a lesson by suffering the consequences of allowing yourself to get stuck in over commitment and overwhelm. Remember, all humans ...
Views: 896 - When You Learn From Nature, You Will Grow - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverNature can teach you valuable lessons. However, there is the personal work for you to do and lessons to learn that will help you grow in each area of your life. This often is the kind of work that many humans ignore, when caught up in the grind of daily life. In addition, to learn more and ...
Views: 960 - Getting Real About Reality TV - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverWith the advent of all the reality T.V. shows, such as "Jersey Shore", "Sixteen and Pregnant", "Keeping up with the Kardashian's" and others, it can make a person wonder if that is truly reality and the state our society is in today. No one can deny the dangers of reality T.V. to its ...
Views: 1461 - ***The Best Team Building Idea Secret is to Create Lots of Energy and Enthusiasm - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Doug StaneartIf you are looking for a fantastic team building idea or a secret to conducting a great team building event, the best piece of wisdom I have ever come across is the importance of energy and enthusiasm. Often times, event planners or people who are organizing a convention or annual event will ...
Views: 10767(3 votes) - Start Early Teaching Responsibility To Children - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverThe ability to be responsible for one’s actions is something that needs to be taught early to children and teenagers in order for them to become thriving adults full of integrity and purpose. In order to practice integrity, a child must start to develop a value system that stands the test of ...
Views: 817 - The Economics of Peace in The Middle East (from 'The New Middle East' by Shimon Peres) - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Economics of Peace in The Middle East (from 'The New Middle East' by Shimon Peres) Submitted by: Craig Lock Key Words: Books, Shimon Peres, Middle East, economics, Israel, peace, 'Economy of Peace', possibilities for peace, leadership, politics, world (enough there now, ...
Views: 935(3 votes) - Why Gossip In The Workplace Undermines Trust And Careers - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverEveryone has been in a situation where gossip was happening and either they joined in, or silently stood by and did nothing to either stop it or move the conversation in a different and more positive direction. Of course, it's tempting to engage in "water-cooler" chit chat and gossip about your ...
Views: 1123(1 vote) - How to make your life experiences count - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverYour past experiences inform your way of life, thoughts, and feelings about every new situation you encounter. If you do not do the work to learn and grow from your painful experiences, you will keep experiencing unnecessary pain until you learn. Learning the lessons you need to discover are ...
Views: 1201(1 vote) - Three simple trust building activities for any teams - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverBuilding trust among your team members is imperative to helping your team reach goals and accomplish projects successfully. Building a cohesive team will assist you and members with the ability to express their true purpose and aim. When team members have confidence in the dependability, ...
Views: 1777 - Public Speaking Worries – Handling Questions & Answers - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Doug StaneartOne expectation frightens people preparing for a public presentation above all others. The fear is, “Even if I master the material someone will ask me a question and I will look stupid.” Here is everything you need to know about handling Q& A. Keep these tips in mind and you can check that fear ...
Views: 10308 - Building your decision making skills - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2011 from Debra SloverThe process of making decisions is a skill that can be developed and learned like any other skill. By practicing the critical thinking that is necessary to make complex decisions, you will become better at making all decisions. By learning how to make good decisions, you will avoid mistakes and ...
Views: 1046(1 vote) - Leadership Vs Management - A Case Of Mistaken Identity - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Jodi OuelletteEquating management with leadership can be comparable to a case of mistaken identity. Aquiring a promotion, a specific position, or even a highly regarded degree won't designate an individual a leader. For anyone serious about developing a successful business, increasing leadership skills is ...
Views: 1050 - What is Leadership? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Piyush BhatiaLeadership is the ability possessed by some persons to motivate, guide & lead others. Those who are lead may have hidden abilities and potential which can only be realized under able leadership. This is similar to a child having the ability to sit, move, speak or walk but requiring someone to ...
Views: 873 - How to Find real estate deals to flip - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Chris SederReal estate investing AkA House Flipping is the, purchase, sale, or ownership of a real estate that can be used as profit. Flipping real estate is a form of real estate investing where you quickly turn a house for profit. This is generally considered as a real estate sub-specialty. Real estate ...
Views: 647 - The Process Of Change - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Anneesh ElizabethChange is an unavoidable event in a person's life. There is no getting around it. The question is will you change by design or default? Will your change be for better or for worse? As long as you live, move and breath you will be confronted with the need to make the changes necessary to ...
Views: 1295(5 votes) - 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: 1328(3 votes) - Character Matters in Leadership - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Rand GolletzOne of my clients and her husband, Cheryl and Michael Heller, have created a unique way of teaching their daughter Annebeth two important lessons: money management and the importance of “giving back.” They require her to divide her weekly allowance into three parts. Annebeth gets to keep and ...
Views: 1183(4 votes) - Top 20 ‘Leading Ladies’ of 2010 - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Alexandria JoyIn our inaugural Leading Ladies International Top 20 list we issue the names of the women who we believe most positively impact our world both locally, nationally and globally. Why women? “In today’s changing world we believe there is an increasing need for greater focus on right brain ...
Views: 2359(2 votes) - Let Out Your Leadership Potential with Subliminal Affirmations - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. Some believe that there are two kinds of people in the world: those who lead and those who follow. In some ways, this is true. After all, there are no leaders if there are no followers. The main question is, which of these two are you going to ...
Views: 667 - 7 Ways We The People Can Restore Civility - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from lisa mcleodWe’re at a turning point. We claim we want civility. But let’s be honest; what we really want is for the other side to shut up. We can criticize the politicians, but how many of us truly want to collaborate or cooperate? Here’s the deal, people: Congress works for us. They’re not ...
Views: 713 - Who Says It Can't Be Done in the Public Sector? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Marnie GreenFast Company magazine recently featured a creative example of public sector innovation in the face of budgetary constraints. We can all learn from this example. The article profiled Marcel Melanson, Battalion Chief of the Compton, CA Fire Department. Melanson, at the age of 32, is one of the ...
Views: 883 - Lessons in Leadership, Resilience & Innovation - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from paige arnof-fennAs an entrepreneur and business owner I see examples of innovation everywhere, I think it is part of the entrepreneurial DNA! We have to solve problems every day but luckily most of them are not life and death situations. The world had an amazing lesson in innovation last month with the 33 ...
Views: 1561 - Leadership Lessons On & Off The Court - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from paige arnof-fennI’ve been a sports fan since I was a kid, and living in Boston now has made it fun and easy for me to continue following teams I love. I grew up in a town that had lost its NBA franchise and did not have a major league baseball team so I have adopted the Celtics and Red Sox as my own. As a ...
Views: 1943 - Why Does Going Google and Facebook add Social Meaning to the Workplace? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Judy WhiteOne of the largest business developments in 2010 was in social media and it is expected to continue to grow according to most industry experts. There’s a significant amount of energy in this area that focuses on network growth, tools, analytics and marketing. Between the Google searches, ...
Views: 1381 - The 8 Steps of Empowerment: Leadership Principles for Navigating Change - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Marlene ChismChange, whether it is wanted or unwanted brings out our best and worst. The Stop Your Drama Methodology incorporates 8 principles and multiple tools for navigating change or reinventing any part of your life or business. 1. Clear the Fog Where drama is, clarity is not. If you feel like you ...
Views: 2660 - 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: 1807 - Lead for Sustained Success by Dan Coughlin - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Dan CoughlinThe real test of leadership is not in the moment, but in the long term. Of course, the decisions you make at any moment can positively or negatively affect the long term health of the business. Have you ever seen a leader swoop in and be the hero of the moment only to guide the organization ...
Views: 1046 - Influencing Not Telling - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Glenise AndersonIn order for woman to succeed in the world of business, the skill of influencing is very important. Whether you are a manager, an entrepreneur or a group leader, having influence is something which will help you achieve success. In order to be successful, you need to have the support of the ...
Views: 683 - Seven Great Quotes from Nelson Mandela’s Auto-biography 'Long Walk to Freedom' - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Seven Great Quotes from Nelson Mandela’s Auto-biography 'Long Walk to Freedom' Author: Eamon Kircher-Allen Web site: longgonedaddy.wordpress.com/ Sourced from: longgonedaddy.wordpress.com/.../6-great-quotes-from-mandelas-long-walk-to-freedom/ Key Words (Tags): Nelson ...
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