Explaining The What and The Why We all know the saying “good news travels fast.” Well, “bad information travels faster.” Stay ahead of the warp speed at which bad information travels by proactively explaining the what, why and impact of changes up front. Technology upgrades. Process alterations. Organizational restructuring. Personnel moves. Mergers. Acquisitions. Changes in […]
Read More →Claim Your Personal Power For many of us, we feel like a victim of circumstances. We act helpless. We think we’re powerless. From that vantage point, we believe there is nothing we can do but complain, feel angry and resentful, look for someone to blame for the condition in which we find our self. […]
Read More →Power comes from within. No one can give or take away your personal power if you gain better awareness of these 5 sources of power that will drive your success and happiness.
Read More →Voluteerism & Networking Instead of making networking a big, hairy, scary chore, what if you found ways to make it easier, fun and more effective? For example, find an organization you’re interested in joining, or an event you want to attend. Offer your services. Yes; raise your hand to be part of the programming or […]
Read More →How Best to Speak Truth To Power At Work The phrase, “Speak Truth To Power” has become synonymous with things like whistleblowing or defending against injustice. But the phrase can also describe a scenario that is familiar to anyone who’s ever had to confront the boss or open his eyes to a new perspective. Such […]
Read More →Learn how to keep your reaction to issues that arise from sabotaging your success.
Read More →Summer Reading Suggestion for Personal Growth Summer is a great time to work on personal growth and your summer reading list is one of the best places to start. Here are a few suggestions. StrengthsFinder 2.0 by Tom Rath is a follow up to Gallup’s wildly successful online tool that helped millions discover their top […]
Read More →According to a recent article on Inc.com, Warren Buffet has spent 80 percent of his career reading and thinking. Inc.com contributor Brian Scudamore says even though it seems counterintuitive to devote that much time to not being “busy,” he heralds Buffet as a trailblazer in this regard, and several high profile CEO’s are following suit. […]
Read More →The Pitfalls of Inconsistent Leadership Emotionally intelligent leaders are consistent. Consistency creates a sense of emotional stability and safety. Without consistency, your team is likely to be unaligned and not optimally productive. If a leader allows his mood or emotions to drive how he interacts with his team, those who report to him won’t know […]
Read More →Do you treat yourself the way you expect others to treat you? Are you letting self-doubt get in the way of achieving your personal goals. Are you kind to yourself? This simple exercise will help you become a better leader of yourself.
Read More →Taking The Time to Just Think According to a recent article on Inc.com, Warren Buffet has spent 80 percent of his career reading and thinking. Inc contributor Brian Scudamore says even though it seems counterintuitive to devote that much time to not being “busy,” he heralds Buffet as a trailblazer in this regard, and several […]
Read More →Why Executive or Leadership Presence Is Important I’m often asked to speak on the topic of Executive Presence. It is something that may seem superficial to some, but for existing and rising leaders, being able to command respect is part of the success equation. Here’s why executive presence is so important. We make split-second judgments […]
Read More →Have you ever wondered how best to say you’re sorry after making a big mistake or unconsciously doing something that generates unintended negative consequences? According to Psychology Today, for an apology to be effective, it must focus on the other person’s needs – not your own. Too often apologies are ineffective because we’re trying to make ourselves feel better […]
Read More →Nan thought her diabetes was a problem that held her back. After a change in perspective, she not only cured herself, but she now helps others do the same. Learn how Nan turned a debilitating problem into a new career.
Read More →Are You An Integrator, Separator or Both? A recent Wall Street Journal article looked at different ways people approach work-life balance. The article referenced work by Purdue University Management professor Ellen Ernst Kossek, who identified three different styles the Integrator, Separator and Cycler. The “Integrator” is comfortable blurring the lines between work and home. […]
Read More →Effective Apologies Have you ever wondered how best to say you’re sorry after making a big mistake? Researchers at Ohio State & Eastern Kentucky University’s may have the answer. They determined that there are 6 elements that make up an effective apology. Participants in the study ranked the first two elements ‑- acknowledging you made […]
Read More →A slumping posture does more than make you look bad. It also robs you of your energy and feelings of power. This video dives into the science behind it.
Read More →Culture vs. Strategy Peter Drucker said, “Culture eats strategy for lunch.” The right strategy plays an important role in any company’s success. But, the right culture makes implementing that strategy easier and more sustainable. Culture is nourished by hiring people who have the necessary education and skills, but who also who embody the organization’s core […]
Read More →Albert Einstein once said, “You can’t solve a problem with the same mind that created it.” There are many ways to transform your mind – some are legal, some are not. But more and more, executives and business leaders are turning to Yoga and meditation to boost their on-the-job performance. These practices are moving from […]
Read More →Mission Driven Alignment Mission driven leadership inspires, engages and motivates. Yet many executives and leaders leave this very important tool in their toolbox. The Gallup organization analyzed data from nearly 50,000 business units across 192 organizations representing 49 different industries in 34 countries. They discovered that: Focusing on mission drives loyalty across generations – helping […]
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