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5 Steps on How to Set and Achieve Your Goals

Which one is a goal? I will lose 15 pounds I want to run a marathon Quit smoking All of the above None of the above The correct answer is (5) - none of the above. The first three are wishes, not goals.

7 AAA Ways To Succeed!

[Abounding Abundant Ample Ways To Boost Your Growth!] This may come as a surprise but there are reliable,effective and powerful ways to improve your ability to learnnew things. If you will allow me to use leadership skills training asour example, you will see how poor learning forces us tosuffer through any one or more of the following problems: - leadership training programs usually cost serious money -in fact, some programs are outrageously expensive - leadership training programs last for a very short time -quite a few of them run for only one or two days - many leadership training programs fail to give studentsways to confidently resolve problem situations or meet andovercome their daily challenges - less than 1% of all leadership training programs combinecoaching and mentoring follow-ups with classroom lessons - most leadership training programs like to do 'raw datadumps'- the vast majority of them do NOT give you chances to'blend' your learning experiences with supervised support orpractical feedback In this article you will discover how to find, use and takeadvantage of every kind of performance improvement learningopportunity you encounter.

Abraham Lincoln Is Still Alive

Abraham Lincoln Is Still Alive President Jimmy Carter tells in his memoirs that a trip to Gettysburg and a discussion about Abraham Lincoln helped achieve a breakthrough in the Camp David negotiations.  The Israelis and the Egyptians had reached a deadlock.

Is Your Life Ready For Groundhog Day?

In the hit comedic movie Groundhog Day, Bill Murray's character, Phil Conners, is caught up in a time warp, doomed to live the same day over and over until he gets it right. Hilarious as the ensuing mayhem may be on the big screen, it is a poignant and not too thinly veiled metaphor for how most of us live our own lives - mindlessly occupied with our own issues and concerns, stumbling through life (often over the toes of others) with little if any conscious direction or critical thought.

Helping Others Develop Their Potential

Most of us find ourselves in a position to help others achieve more of their potential than we realize. Sure, as leaders, supervisors, and parents we can see ourselves in that position; but the fact is that all of us are uniquely qualified to help at least one other person in our lives reach their potential.

Unleash It!

On airplanes, in restaurants, in the newspaper and on television, I often hear people saying their businesses are not growing to their satisfaction or that they are not reaching their objectives.  The explanations that follow consist of reasons like: ? It's the economy? Our customers don't get it? I don't have the right people on the team I could go on, and so could you.

The Metamorphosis of the Successful Executive . . . Overcoming Professional Stagnation

You're a bright, successful business executive making good money and managing a capable staff of accomplished professionals. You are successful beyond your wildest business school dreams.

Ten Steps To Effective Leadership

Many people end up in a supervisory position or SOHO ownership almost by default. In today's workplace, if someone stays on their job long enough, they will probably be promoted as others, more senior to them or higher up the chain of responsibility, leave for other opportunities.

Professional Organizations: Join or Fold?

All of us join professional organizations for a reason--a friend belongs, we need to for credibility, etc. Many times we let years slide by and we don't stop and review those reasons.

Rationalize Success Away

I was invited to do a Leadership workshop at a well known Fortune 100 company out in New Jersey. The all day event was geared toward their new crop of interns.

Why the Squirrel Kept Winning!

I had the good fortune (or misfortune depending on your climate perspective) of living in Minnesota for ten years. The Summers were beautiful, Fall was spectacular with the changing colors of the leaves on trees and winter was,?well, damn cold.

The Death of Potential

While reading my latest book on politics and economics, I came across a reference to a bible story called "Parable of the Talents'.  In this story three servants are each give 'talents' (a monetary denomination used by the Greeks).

Reinventing Failure: Designing Success

I am fascinated by problems. I like to think of myself as a solution oriented individual.

Top 25 Leadership Quotations

Ponder what it takes to be a true leader with these practical quotes that will lead you to a more precise understanding of the secrets to successful leadership..

Leadership Skills - 10 Ways to Beef Up

10 Ways to Beef Up Your Leadership SkillsHave you ever heard someone say, "Actually, I have to admit that I think I am really bad at managing other people. My staff all hate me and I'm incapable of doing my job".

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04/01/2020 09:02 AM

How to Survive Making the Hard Decisions

Every leader everywhere is making hard decisions in the face of uncertainty. No one wants to deliver bad news that puts people in an even harder situation. Yet, this is what is happening. It's a tough burden to carry. Let's take stock of what can help.

04/01/2020 08:53 AM

What CHANGE Means To A Real Leader?

There's a huge difference, between, making changes, for - change - sake, and, implementing, priorities - based, CHANGE, for the better! In my, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, every aspect of leadership planning, and leading, from identifying, and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, several times (in different positions, and for a various, sized, and mission - oriented, groups), I have come to strongly believe, one must focus on quality differences, rather than just, going, through the motions! With that in mind, this article will attempt...

04/01/2020 08:51 AM

How Effective Leaders Make Their Organizations BETTER?

Many individuals, who, either, are elected, selected, or ascend to positions of leadership, seem to believe, they must make changes, while, the reality is, change - for - change - sake, serves little benefit, unless/ until, their idea and focus, is on making a difference, for the BETTER! After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, all aspects of leadership, from identifying, and qualifying the finest, potential leaders, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, to, serving, as a leader, personally, for a variety of organizations, I have come to realize, it is essential for organizations,...

04/01/2020 08:51 AM

How Great Leaders GROW Their Groups, Despite Adversities?

Every organization, at one time, or another, faces certain adversities, and obstacles, and, what differentiates the most relevant, sustainable ones, from the rest- of - the - pack, often, depends on the direction, planning, priorities, and effectiveness of its leaders! Great leaders realize it is essential, to consistently, GROW their groups, whether obstacles are thrust in their path, or not, while lesser ones, often use, these events and occurences, as excuses, and something, convenient to blame, and complain about! Blaming and complaining, rhetoric, empty promises, populist statements, etc, don't get things done, which requires effective planning, focus, and true leadership!

03/28/2020 07:35 PM

Why Leaders Must TRAIN Future Ones?

One of the necessities of becoming a true, meaningful, relevant, sustainable leader, is recognizing, and proactively, emphasizing the need, and personal responsibility, to TRAIN future leaders! After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, training, and developing leaders, who are ready - for - prime - time, to personally, serving in various positions, as a leader, I have come to realize, and recognize, the sustainability of any organization, is, often/ generally, dependent upon making training, a priority, of being a real leader! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and...

03/28/2020 07:34 PM

You're Not A Leader Without A Clear - Cut PLAN!

If you hope/ want, to be a real leader, it's absolutely, essential, to have a clear - cut PLAN, which, fully considers, a variety of factors, including, the organization's: vital, vibrant, vision; the specific mission; priorities; perceptions; true needs, goals, etc; and the best way, forward! One of the challenges, is, few groups, have developed, and consistently use, a professionally designed, leadership training program, to ensure, their potential leaders, ascend to their offices, in, as well - prepared, a manner, as possible! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what...

03/26/2020 09:27 AM

How Leaders MOTIVATE Others?

If one is to become a true, meaningful leader, he must be ready, willing, and able, to effectively, consistently, MOTIVATE those he serves and represents, in order to create a meeting - of - the - minds, for the greater good. Great leaders must earn the trust of their stakeholders, and, proceed, in such a manner, which inspires and motivates them, to becoming, more involved, and committed, to the specific organization, in a proactive way. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means and represents, and why it's...

03/26/2020 09:23 AM

Why Leaders Must Bring Us TOGETHER?

Although, many people, either, are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, very few of them, actually, become true, meaningful, relevant, quality leaders! There are many reasons, and factors, involved, in this apparent, dearth of true leaders, but, perhaps, the key consideration, is having the willingness, and ability to consistently, bring us, TOGETHER, for the common good! In these times, when many organizations compete, for the attention, and commitment, of potential members, etc, we need, added focus and emphasis, on, creating, a true, meaningful, meeting - of - the - minds, which seek to unify, instead of polarize!

03/24/2020 08:59 AM

If You Need Better Leaders, DEMAND It!

In my, over four decades of involvement in nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, and developing, to training, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, as a leader, for several organizations, in a variety of positions, I've often pondered, why, it often seems, so few of these people, seem ready, willing, and able, to lead, effectively, and make a difference, for the better! If, you truly, seek better leaders, it's up to you, to DEMAND it! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach,...

03/23/2020 10:05 AM

Why Aren't Leaders SMARTER?

After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leadership, from identifying, and qualifying, to training, leadership planning, and, personally, serving as a leader, on several occasions, in a variety of positions and groups, I have often wondered, why so many seemingly, smart/ intelligent/ educated individuals, do not become far SMARTER leaders! Most organizations, these days, would benefit, from this, yet, very few, seem to be willing to pay sufficient attention, to quality, relevant, meaningful planning. With that in mind, this article will attempt to briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means and represents,...

03/20/2020 11:09 AM

Why Leaders Must URGE Others?

You can't, and shouldn't, earn the right, to be considered a leader, if you fail to lead, and, either, procrastinate, or won't strep - forward, and, lead - by - example! Great leaders must possess the self - confidence, to make the tough decisions, and consider options, and alternatives, in order to choose the best course to take, rather than, merely, resorting to taking, the path - of - least - resistance! This must translate to, proactively, being ready, willing, and able, to URGE others, so the organization, and its constituents, focus on quality planning, rather than expediency, and taking the best,...

03/19/2020 09:15 AM

Addressing Constituents Concerns, Using These 5 - Steps

If you hope to become a leader, shouldn't you strive to be the best one, you can possibly, be? Even, when someone, has the combination of a positive, can - do, attitide, a relevant, well - developed, skill - set, and aptitude, and the necessary degree of discipline, commitment, and strength - of - character, there are often, obstacles, thrust in one's path! Therefore, it is incumbent upon quality leaders, to proactively, and effectively, address these concerns, perceptions, and obstacles, in a clear - cut, easy - to - understood, truthful manner, which satisfies the individual, who questions (instead of...

03/19/2020 09:13 AM

Becoming A Better Leader: Know And Admit Your FLAWS!

In nearly all areas of our life, there is often, a somewhat, fine - line, between, beneficial self - confidence, and, unhealthy ego - oriented behavior! We witness far more people, either, elected, selected, and, or ascending to positions of leadership, than, actually, becoming real, meaningful leaders! While this is for a variety of reasons, I have come to believe, after over four decades of personal involvement, in many areas, related to leading, from identifying, and qualifying the right people, for the position, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, on several...

03/17/2020 09:30 AM

No More Blaming: Start - Up, And Take RESPONSIBILITY!

In, nearly, all walks of life, from politicians/ elected officials, to those, who are so - called leaders, of any organization, blaming others, and complaining, serves little, to no positive effect! Instead, we must demand, anyone, holding any position of leadership, must be ready, willing, and able, to step - up, and take a greater amount of personal RESPONSIBILITY! SImply, because, we have witnessed, and permitted, some, extremely obvious, political/ elected officials, to avoid this, and resort to blame - and - complain, it doesn't make it, valuable, worthwhile, productive, and/ or, meaningful.

03/16/2020 09:21 AM

What It Means To Be A GREAT Leader?

There's a huge difference, between, merely, serving in a position of leadership, and holding some office or title, and actually, becoming a true, genuine, meaningful, effective, GREAT leader! Many realize, numerous organizations, and groups, have suffered, in recent years, both, in terms of membership/ involvement, as well as purpose, and fulfillment of their mission. No group can possibly be, successful, unless/ until, it plans, and evolves, as necessary, and invests, in - itself, by creating, and using, a professionally - designed, leadership training and planning, program!

03/16/2020 09:12 AM

6 Steps To Develop And Bring Action Plans To Fruition

All the great promises, ideas, pledges, and intentions, achieve very little, unless/ until, a true leader proceeds, forward, to bring about a well - considered, relevant, action plan, based on a strategy, to bring it, to fruition! After, more than four decades of involvement, in nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying the right individuals, to make a difference, for the better, to developing, training, and teaching them the essentials of leadership planning, to serving, personally, on several occasions, as a leader, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential ones, I strongly believe, it is essential,...

03/16/2020 09:10 AM

Why Leaders Must Deliver JOY?

After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly every, and all aspects of leadership, from identifying and qualifying potential leaders, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential ones, I have often pondered, some of the many nuances, involved in these activities, and functions. Why, are some, focused on earning the trust, admiration, etc, of those, they serve and represent, while, many others, fail to gain that necessary connection? Why is it so essential, for a leader, to strive to, and create a course of action, focused on, creating a sense of JOY, in his constituents, and, thus,...

03/11/2020 09:47 AM

Do You Know The PLACE Of A Leader?

Before, one should consider, seeking to become a leader, it's essential to know, and better understand, what the PLACE of a leader, should, and must be! Instead of proceeding, in an ill - informed manner, and failing to fully consider, all the necessities, and priorities, which are required, wouldn't it make sense, to learn, as much as possible, sooner, rather than later. One of the reasons, for the apparent, dearth of quality, real leadership, is, insufficient training and preparation, in the essentials, of leading, as effectively, as possible.

03/11/2020 09:47 AM

6 Steps To Better Quality Events

Since, nearly every organization, whether, a not - for - profit, or for - profit group/ company, conducts some variety of events/ functions, for a variety of purposes, wouldn't it make more sense, for them, to do so, in the best possible, most efficient, effective, well - planned manner? After, more than four decades, of involvement, in nearly every aspect of event planning, from budgeting, planning, negotiating, promoting, marketing, and conducting, several hundreds of these, I have come to strongly believe, there are six (6) basic steps, involved, in creating the best quality ones, With that in mind, this article...

03/10/2020 02:45 PM

Leadership Training: 6 Essential Priorities

Instead of complaining about the apparent dearth of genuine leaders, we often witness, today, and/ or, trying to blame someone, wouldn't it make more sense, for organizations, to implement professionally designed, relevant, leadership training programs, instead? After, over four decades of involvement in nearly, all aspects of leading, including leadership planning, and training, from identifying, qualifying and preparing the best choices, for becoming meaningful leaders, I have come to the conclusion, the major difference, between similar organizations, with varying degrees of success, is their commitment to effectively training the right individuals, for present, and future positions. With that in mind,...

03/09/2020 01:01 PM

Why Leaders Must LEAD The Way?

Although, many people, are either elected, selected, and/ or, ascended to positions of leadership, few of them, ever, earn the right to be called, a leader! In order to deserve this title, one must be ready, willing, and able, to make differences, for the better, instead of, merely, change - for - change - sake! Briefly, it means, one must be able to LEAD, instead of, merely, resorting to the same - old, same - old, showing stakeholders, the best path to follow, and stepping - forward, articulating a compelling, inspiring message, which creates greater commitment and involvement.

03/06/2020 09:35 AM

ACTION!: The Difference Between Dreamers And Achievers!

Most people, at some point or another, perceive, conceive and believe in certain dreams, which are meaningful to them! Similarly, when someone in a position of leadership, proceeds with the necessary degree of discipline, commitment, and personal vision, he begins to earn the right, to be considered, a leader! However, unless/ until, he does something, proactively, about it, little of consequence, happens for his organization, and, once - again, we witness another case, which ends up, as little, more - than - empty promises, and rhetoric.

03/06/2020 09:24 AM

5 Ways Goals Differ From Dreams

It seems, despite the fact, we speak, so often, about the so - called, American Dream, or the concept of living our dreams, very little attention, is paid, on what that means and represents, and the significant difference between a dream, and a goal! Although, dreams are essential for quality leadership, unless/ until, a well - considered, strategic plan, and a path to get it done, is implemented, little, of - significance, is achieved! Effective, meaningful, relevant leaders must transform quality ideas, and priorities, from dreams, to, goals, to be achieved.

03/06/2020 09:23 AM

Why Should Others FOLLOW Your Example?

If you want to be a leader, take the time, and make the effort, to give yourself, a check - up, from the neck - up, and proceed, in an introspective, objective manner, and consider, if you were your constituent, would you FOLLOW your suggestions, and plans! Great leaders combine a variety of factors, including: proceeding with a well - considered, positive, can - do, attitude; developing a relevant, aptitude, and skill - set; extreme commitment and discipline, putting the organization and constituents, ahead of any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest, etc. With that in mind, this article will...

03/06/2020 09:23 AM

It's Not Leading If You Won't Take A STAND!

If you decide/ hope to, become the best leader, straddling - the - fence, procrastinating, or waiting for someone else, to step forward, doesn't get it done! True leaders must, consistently, set the example, for others, to hope, to follow, in a meaningful, consistent, relevant, and sustainable manner! This means, one must be ready, willing, committed, and able to take a principled, STAND, based on what's truly best for his organization and stakeholders, and not, merely, convenient, easy, comfortable, or based on his personal/ poltical agenda, and/ or, self - interest!

03/03/2020 06:29 PM

How to Stop Anonymous Feedback Destroying Culture

We have a pretty terrible relationship to feedback. We're afraid of it. We feel wounded by it. We can use it as a weapon. No wonder many would advocate for giving feedback under cover of being anonymous. Well-intentioned mechanisms like this can wreck a culture, not encourage it. Here's what to do:

03/03/2020 06:28 PM

Why Leaders Must Create HARMONY?

Either someone directs others wisely, with the objective of bringing them, together, for the greater good, and unifying them, towards seeking a quality, relevant, sustainable, meeting - of - the - minds, or, he doesn't deserve to be considered, as a genuine leader! Great leaders, consistently, do, all they can, to create meaningful, motivating, inspiring, HARMONY, in order to unify his constituents, and organization, instead of proceeding, in an adversarial manner, and prioritizes, polarization, etc. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means and represents, and why...

03/03/2020 06:27 PM

How Leaders Get Their VIEWS?

Have you ever wondered, why it seems, different leaders perceive and conceive of events, ideas, options and alternatives, in such a different manner? What is the process, and ways, true leaders get their VIEWS, and, then, proceed, forward? Why do some, see things, one particular way, and, others, perceive things, so much differently?

03/02/2020 08:18 AM

Why We Need A SMART Leader?

It's not enough to merely, be elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to a position of leadership! Great leaders need, to be able to, combine, a variety of assets and skills, including consistently maintaining a true, positive, can - do, attitude, and, a willingness to proceed, with his, eyes - wide - open, instead of the tendency, to over - simplify, and proceed with rose - colored - glasses! What most organizations, truly need, is the right = type of individual, who is prepared, and motivated, enough, to become a truly, SMART leader!

02/28/2020 09:22 AM

Why We Must Make Leaders Keep Their PROMISES?

Why should anyone, believe - in, have confidence, or feel, any leader, is representing and serving his constituents, and organization, instead of any personal/ poltical agenda, and/ or, self - interest, unless/ until, stakeholders pay more attention, and demand better? When leaders articulate empty rhetoric, and make empty PROMISES, the group, and its mission, as well as, being relevant, and sustainable, becomes seriously compromised! Effective leadership comes from earning the trust of one's constituents, by under - promising, and over - delivering!

02/26/2020 10:02 AM

What Makes You FIT To Lead?

Every year, far more people, either, are elected, selected, or ascend to positions of leadership, and/ or, aspire to, than, actually, become meaningful, real, effective leaders! Why do some people, seem to believe, they are FIT to lead, who may not, really, be, up to the tasks, etc? After, over four decades of involvement of leadership, and leadership planning, from identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, on several occasions, as a leader, for organizations of differing sizes, and missions/ visions, I have come to believe, leading is not a born - trait,...

02/26/2020 10:02 AM

How Real Leaders BRING Us Together?

Only, if/ when, someone focus on bringing us, together, for the greater good, with the goal/ objective, of creating a relevant, inspiring, motivating, meeting - of - the - minds, do their stakeholders, and organization, they are supposed to serve and represent, truly benefit! If you hope to be a real leader, it is important to BRING people together, and consistently, put their best interests ahead of any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! Unfortunately, many groups today, suffer from somewhat of a dearth of genuine leadership, for a variety of reasons, including, relevance, mission, vision, and the quality of...

02/25/2020 02:37 PM

The Basics Of Preparing To LEAD

If one hopes to become a superior, quality, effective leader, it is wise to do, one can, to learn, understand, and use, some of the basics of preparing to LEAD! While this may seem obvious, after more than four decades of involvement, in nearly every aspect of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to, personally, serving as a leader for several organizations (of various sizes, and ideologies, etc), I have come to feel, strongly, one of key reasons, so many groups today, seem to be suffering, from a dearth of...

02/24/2020 09:02 AM

How Leaders Create Their TEAM?

No matter how well, someone is prepared, trains, cares, is committed, etc, he can only become a true, quality, meaningful leader, when/ if, he realizes, no one is capable of leading, in a so - called, vacuum! Just like Hillary Clinton, wrote about, it taking a village, to make things, better, quality leadership requires being ready, willing, able, and prepared, to develop the finest possible TEAM, to help address a worthwhile quest! Effectively, making a difference, for the better, often requires, developing the right individuals, who you can trust and rely - upon, to help you, as part of your inner -...

02/21/2020 12:01 PM

Why Leaders Should DIRECT Others?

One of the necessities, of effectively, leading, which, is often, overlooked, or not used, in the best way, is, a meaningful leaders should/ must be ready, willing, and able to consistently, DIRECT others, for the common good! Hopefully, the individual has the necessary set of skills, abilities, experience, and expertise, to proceed, with the knowledge, and understanding needed, to evaluate options and alternatives, and show others, the best way, forward! To do so, one must put, serving and representing constituents, stakeholders, and the organization, ahead of any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest!

02/19/2020 09:21 AM

How to Collaborate Better and Avoid Frustration in Meetings

Collaboration is all the rage. We're meant to work together for common goals, share ideas, and emerge triumphant. The reality is often different. Simmering tensions and silos can be real obstacles. Let's look at reasons for resistance, and tactics to dissolve them.

02/19/2020 09:17 AM

KEEPING Options Open For Better Event Planning

Although, nearly all organizations, whether, public/ civic, not - for - profit, or for - profit, produce some events, on a somewhat, regular basis, the reality is, a very low percentage of these, end up, being as successful, as possible, for a variety of reasons. In over four decades, I have been involved, in either, planning, creating, producing, over - seeing, or other involvement, in thousands of events, of various size, purposes, budgets, and intentions. In order to ensure the best results, it's essential, for every group, to be KEEPING their options open, for better/ superior, event planning, and production.

02/19/2020 09:16 AM

Why A Real Leader Must LEARN?

There is no such thing, as a born leader! Real leaders, therefore, must be ready, willing, and able to consistently, constantly LEARN, from every conversation, and experience, in order to develop relevant knowledge, understanding, expanded skills, and expertise, judgment, and, hopefully, greater wisdom! After, over four decades, of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leading, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as personally, serving as a leader, in several positions, for organizations with different missions, and sizes, I have come to believe, the single - biggest difference, between a...

02/19/2020 09:14 AM

7 Steps To A Better Action Plan

After over four decades of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to, strongly believe, there's a significant difference, between a well - considered, action plan, and, what most claim, their ideas represent! Relevant, sustainable organizations, must realize and recognize, if they wish, to remain so, they must begin, with professionally - designed, strategic planning programs. Unfortunately, one of the challenges, to getting this done, is most groups, suffer from some degree of a dearth of genuine leadership, and, this self -...

02/14/2020 10:33 AM

Judge Every Leader By How They Tell Their TALES!

When you consider, and evaluate, any individual's potential, in terms of delivering the level of effective, meaningful leadership, which makes a quality difference, for the better, it's important to listen carefully, to determine, whether they articulate, merely lots of empty promises, and rhetoric, or, a well - considered, strategically designed, plan, emphasizing a viable solution, instead. These statements are the TALES of true leading, and, when we pay keen attention, to these, from the onset, it helps, evaluate, and choose, the most appropriate people, to assume the helms, of any specific organization. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly,...

02/13/2020 04:17 PM

Real Leaders Must Choose Finest PATH!

Often, a major difference between the finest leaders, and the rest - of - the - pack, is, while the latter group, opt for the path of least resistance, the greatest ones, consistently, choose the best PATH! Although, many people, are, either, elected, selected, or ascend to positions of leadership, a relatively small percentage, actually become a genuine, meaningful, effective leader! Much of this, occurs, because of how, many organizations select their leaders.

02/12/2020 03:27 PM

Do You Struggle With Buy in?

Influence is at the heart of leadership. If we take stewardship of a group to create a better future, we need influence skills to harness the brilliance of its participants. Getting buy in for our own brilliant ideas can be a challenge. There are some core obstacles we need to be aware of if we are to succeed.

02/12/2020 03:20 PM

Why So Many Leaders Seem BLIND To Reality?

Although, the vast majority of individuals, who are either, elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, are well - meaning, and hope, to effectively serve and represent their organization, and its stakeholders, I have observed, few have the overall impact, they claim, to seek! In my, over four decades of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leading, from identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, as well as serving, as a leader, personally, on several occasions, I feel, there is, too often, an apparent disconnect, between focus/ reality, and, proceeding, in a...

02/12/2020 11:13 AM

Leaders: Why Does Your PLAN Matter?

For over four decades, I have been involved in nearly all areas of leadership, from identify and qualifying, training, developing, and consulting, to serving, as a leader, personally, in a variety of positions, etc. I have written books, and articles on these relevant subjects, which primarily focus on the need, for professionally designed, leadership training and planning, programs. However, unless/ until, one is ready, willing, and able, to proceed, with an open - mind, seeking the optimal degree of objective introspection, and thorough analysis, the end - results, will suffer!

02/10/2020 09:17 AM

5 - Steps To Determining A Leader's Plan

Instead of telling, those considering, positions of leadership, there is a need, for effective planning, etc, wouldn't it make more sense, if organizations, seeking the finest, possible, leaders, developed, and consistently, used, professionally designed, leadership training programs, to enhance the skills, etc, of those they choose? After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leading, from identifying and qualifying potential individuals, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I feel strongly, it requires, possessing essential skills, assets, aptitude, and a can - do, positive attitude, and mindset, and, perhaps, quality planning,...

02/10/2020 09:14 AM

The Truth About Work's Biggest Time Waster

They are dreaded by managers and their teams alike. They almost always outstay their welcome. And they have been called the primary time waster of the decade.

02/06/2020 10:43 AM

How to Kickstart a Great Culture

Do you like Mondays? Culture has everything to do with whether or not Mondays are a drag or delicious. This week I've got a podcast episode coming out interviewing Colin Ellis on his insights around creating a great culture. In the meantime, here is a great starting point - writing a culture manifesto.

02/06/2020 10:17 AM

Why Is It Your TIME To Lead?

Many people, either, are selected, elected, or ascend to positions of leadership, but, for a variety of reasons, few become genuine, effective, real leaders! Some aren't ready, for prime - time, while others, are past their prime! How does anyone know, for sure, if/ when, it is his TIME to lead?

02/06/2020 10:16 AM

5 Principles To Make A Group's Budget Work

After over four decades of involvement in nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, and training, to developing, and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving as a leader, personally (in a variety of positions, and groups), I have come to believe, the proper use of a well - considered, thorough, realistic budget, is a significant, positive tool, in helping to make an organization, better, more effective and efficent, and considerably, more focused! However, only when these budgets are created, properly, and taken seriously, do they provide the purposes, qualities, and ability to...

02/05/2020 08:42 AM

Why Leading May Not Be A PICNIC?

Many are either, elected, selected, or ascend to a position of leadership, ill - prepared, and falsely believing, leading would be easy, and/ or, a PICNIC! While being a leader, should be fulfilling, and enjoyable, one only effectively handles all the needs, etc, when he is as prepared as possible, in terms of the combination of a positive, can - do, attitude, relevant aptitude and skill - set, professionally trained in leadership planning, etc, and proceeds with the self - confidence, judgment, and wisdom, which will benefit his group, and stakeholders! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider,...