Extraordinary People in Mediocre Times
My grandfather used to speak of the days when people drove the world. It was a time when people were proud to contribute and move society and industry forward at full steam. But, people were proud of themselves! However, before he died, one of his observations was that "we have... Read More
Asking for Help
For many of us, asking for help is a difficult concept. It can require a certain amount of vulnerability. We may feel as if we are admitting a weakness that the world would not have known about, had we not asked for help.Ironically, it's been my experience that people who... Read More
Leadership Activity: How Leadership Agenda, Strategy, and Behaviors Shape Your Success!
"Forward, as occasion offers. Never look round to see whether any shall note it... Be satisfied with success in even the smallest matter, and think that even such a result is no trifle." - Marcus AureliusThe slightest leadership activity creates occasions for growth, progress and well-being - that's why effective... Read More
7 Excellent Ways To Improve Your Leadership Skills!
Did you know that there are 7 really effective yet powerful ways to improve your leadership learning opportunities?If you have ever looked at using a leadership skills training program, you probably have run smack into one or more of the following problems:- leadership training will usually cost you some serious... Read More
Are You The Most Powerful Leader You Can Be?
As someone who teaches, manages, parents or influences you'll probably already be aware that powerful leadership is not just about the boss, it's about the team, irrespective of whether that team is in the classroom, in the office or around your home.In a driven world of instant access and fast... Read More
What Every Manager Should Know About How to See the Talents of Effective Leaders
An organization of any size, from the family to the department store, the neighborhood grocery store to the largest international corporations, is a reflection of its leadership.And leadership is only as good as its leaders. What is this thing called "leader"? What constitutes an unusually good or great leader?Professor John... Read More
Effective Listening Equals Effective Leadership: Learn How!
No matter what role you play in your company, becoming a more effective listener will help you get ahead in your position. It means fewer errors, improved accuracy, and enhanced working relationships. And, listening to your customers and referral sources will definitely help you in your marketing efforts. You will... Read More
3 Cs Leaders Must Communicate!
"Of every noble work the silent part is best, Of all expression that which can not be expressed" - William Wetmore StoryWhat we intend to communicate are the meanings our listeners hear.Every leader has something to say - yet, how many leaders tell those tales that need to be told?1)... Read More
Leadership - Passion, Purpose, Profit - Its Not That Hard
Go to any educational institution, look at airport bookshelves, shopping centres and open your eyes to the myriad of products available today and you could be forgiven to thinking that the art of leadership was beyond mere mortals.After many years in corporate life before starting my own business I finally... Read More
Make the Most of Your Mentoring Relationships
Mentoring is one of the best ways to learn, to get feedback, and to take your career to the next level. Here are ten tips for making the most of your mentoring relationships.Tip #1Self-assess. Ask yourself, "What skills do I need to get where I want to go?"Tip #2Identify your... Read More
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Rationalize Success Away
I was invited to do a Leadership workshop at a... Read More
Why You Should Ignore This Advice
Doesn't make too much sense does it? Am I really... Read More
Reinventing Failure: Designing Success
I am fascinated by problems. I like to think of... Read More
Thoughtleading: The Art of Separating Yourself from the Pack
Lately the age-old business dilemma of how to stand out... Read More
Be the Samurai Sword
Relationships are constantly facing crisis. Everywhere we look people are... Read More
Awaken the Leader in You: 10 Easy Steps To Develop Your Leadership Skills
"The miracle power that elevates the few is to be... Read More
A Call to Men to Live a Strenuous Life!
Any man would be justly proud to claim even a... Read More
Precious Moments
There is too much learning out there that we earn... Read More
Helping Others Develop Their Potential
Most of us find ourselves in a position to help... Read More
The Flexible Leadership Workshop
The Leadership ChallengeLeaders in today's society are faced with an... Read More
Leadership Training Seminar - What Makes A Great Leader?
At one point or another, we have all been either... Read More
Evil, Hostile Grumpy Listeners? Think Again
I hated Kyle Sisk*. A notorious bully, Kyle punctuated my... Read More
Building Self Confidence
As a hypnotherapist I specialise in helping people to develop... Read More
What Kind of Leader Are You?
You are a leader if someone is following you. This... Read More
Three Growth Guidelines from Stephen Covey
I have been looking for answers to what it takes... Read More
Exceptional Leadership Inspires the Best Effort in Others
There is a steady stream being written and taught about... Read More
Your Ultimate Leadership Feedback Loop: Their Leadership
Life on our planet flourishes through feedback. If life forms... Read More
What Does Exceptional Business Success Require of Us?
To excel in business we need conscious command of all... Read More
Ten Steps To Effective Leadership
Many people end up in a supervisory position or SOHO... Read More
Why Not Lead With Emotions?
Studies have shown that companies that have acquired competencies to... Read More
Leading In The Face Of Disaster
The date was Saturday, April 11, 1970, the time 13:13... Read More
Ten Characteristics of Leadership
Many people are interested in the characteristics of a great... Read More
Managing Monsters in Meetings - Part 5, Dominant Participants
While dominant participants contribute significantly to the success of a... Read More
Learn How to Lead People
"Who rules or guides or inspires others"Having excellent guide skills... Read More
Father Knows Best
A good strong example of a family leader would be... Read More
Having Fun In Leadership
"Don't measure your life by your goals, but rather by... Read More
The Six Essential Leadership Attributes
Leadership is the foundation for all organizations, whether corporate, nonprofit... Read More
Why the Squirrel Kept Winning!
I had the good fortune (or misfortune depending on your... Read More
Leadership Success and its Greatest Barrier: the Law of Administrivia
Years ago, a very wise, and often cynical boss of... Read More
In Leadership, Identifying Dreams That Lead To Great Results
History teaches that when people needed to do great things,... Read More
5 Steps on How to Set and Achieve Your Goals
Which one is a goal? I will lose 15... Read More
In Leadership, The Eight Ways Of Right Action (Part 2)
In Part 1, I said that leaders who can't have... Read More
What is Leadership?
Leadership is what every organization needs and so few have... Read More
Five Surprisingly Hip Politicial Ideas From Plato
Don't you love politics?Me, neither. But I do like thinking... Read More
How To Party Like Leonardo Da Vinci
After studying scores of great thinkers like Leonardo Da Vinci,... Read More
Mentors and Coaches: How to Be A Great Mentor
Though out your career you may be asked to become... Read More
Are You Playing or Practicing Leadership?
Anne was a new supervisor, and like many new supervisors... Read More
Trust - The Most Vital Component in Leadership
"Trust is the emotional glue that binds followers and... Read More
Are You a Good Manager or a Great Leader?
Your word is your truth - Know that when you... Read More
The Power of the Leader Within - The Keys to Martial Arts Life Mastery, Key#1
"What do you want to be when you grow up?"Remember... Read More
Communication Skills & Leadership - Organizational Communications Processes in Leadership Activity
"Sooth 't were a pleasant life to lead, With nothing... Read More
Building Teams and Teamwork
A tight knit team is a group of competent individuals... Read More
The Six Essential Leadership Attributes
Leadership is the foundation for all organizations, whether corporate, nonprofit... Read More
Take the Road Less Traveled
"Two roads diverged in a wood, and I, I took... Read More
C4 Leadership: Taking Your Leadership (and your Life) from Good...To Explosive!
Chances are if you're interested in this post, you're looking... Read More
Leadership: Seed or Fruit?
Purpose: Learn immediately if you are fostering leadership or ignoring... Read More
The Defining Moment: The Straw That Stirs The Drink Of Motivational Leadership (Part One)
Decades ago, as a rifle platoon commander in the Marines,... Read More
Coaching a Leader
One of my favorite memories growing up as a child... Read More
In Leadership, The Eight Ways Of Right Action (Part 2)
In Part 1, I said that leaders who can't have... Read More
Partnership: Choose It or Lose It
Charlotte decides to do good. Charlotte is a highly motivated... Read More
3 Es For Leaders - Engage, Empower, Encourage!
"Enflamed with the study of learning and the admiration of... Read More
The Challenge to Lead
The topic of leadership has been and continues to be... Read More
Business Leadership: How Much is in Your Credibility Bank Account?
Business leaders have more than a title on their doors.... Read More
Leadership Prep
So you want to be a leader? Or you want... Read More
Managing Monsters in Meetings - Part 4, Quiet Participants
There are many reasons why someone would decline to participate... Read More
The Essence of Leadership
What is more important, leadership or teamwork? Leadership or consensus... Read More
UNCLOS III Process model
The United Nations Conference on Law of the Sea was... Read More
Transformational Leadership
"What is leadership?" When this question is asked most of... Read More
Embracing Adversity for Achievement
"Show me someone who has done something worthwhile, and I'll... Read More
8 Questions to Ask if You Want to be a Better Leader
Those that have successfully made the transition from manager to... Read More
Is Your Life Ready For Groundhog Day?
In the hit comedic movie Groundhog Day, Bill Murray's character,... Read More
Leadership Development and Jumping Out of Airships
A German silent film melodrama depicts an airship bombing London... Read More
Leadership and Followership in a Team Setting
Many solopreneurs work in a team environment either with their... Read More
Leadership, Self-Development, and the Committment to Growth
There is a common phrase that says: "You can't teach... Read More
Leadership In The Zone!
"You do not merely want to be considered just the... Read More
The Top 10 Questions for Socially Responsible Leaders
The assets of your business traditionally include property, plant, equipment,... Read More
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