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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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| 06/17/2019 10:10 AM |
| Making Your Leadership, GREAT! |
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Shouldn't the goals, and objectives of genuine, relevant, sustainable, meaningful leadership, focus on, doing everything possible, to produce, truly, GREAT leading, and results? A true leader must never be satisfied, merely, with, good - enough, but, rather, should emphasize, being the best, and doing the greatest job, he might possibly, perform! Many organizations, today, seem to have a dearth of genuine leadership, for a variety of reasons, including: their mission and purpose (no longer considered, relevant, enough); inadequately, trained leaders; insufficient use, of professionally designed, and conducted, leadership planning programs; and not enough, out - reach, in order to identify, qualify, and...
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| 06/13/2019 09:14 AM |
| Procrastinating Isn't LEADING! |
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Many observers of organizations, are concerned about the apparent dearth of genuine leadership, we are, so often, witnessing, today! Far, too few, of the people, who, are, either, elected, selected, and/ or, appointed to positions of leadership, appear to be, prepared, to lead, in a meaningful, relevant, sustainable way! Perhaps, because of their fear, of making a mistake, and being blamed, or, rocking - the - boat, too many of them, resort to procrastination!
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| 06/12/2019 02:27 PM |
| How A Leader Handles Obstacles?: Problems, Or Challenges? |
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Although, most individuals, who are elected, selected to, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, hope to avoid, as many obstacles, and stressful circumstances, as possible, it is inevitable, they will, at some point, face some of these situations. The difference between a meaningful, relevant, quality leader, and the rest - of - the - pack, is how, he faces and perceives these situations, and whether, he is proactive, and positive, or avoids responsibility, and proceeds, with a negative mindset. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, the difference between perceiving obstacles...
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| 06/12/2019 02:26 PM |
| How True Leaders REVIEW Options? |
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Instead of complaining, and resorting, to blaming others, a real leader must fully consider his options, and alternatives, as well as potential ramifications, and the perceptions, needs, and priorities, of the organization, and stakeholders. He must, then, fully REVIEW these, and, focus on doing, what's best, and right, instead of expedient, or considered, the path, of least resistance! If one hopes to be a real leader, he must proceed, as Robert Frost, wrote about, on the path rarely followed.
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| 06/11/2019 03:24 PM |
| How Quality Leaders PROVE Themselves? |
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No matter, how, well - trained, committed, enthusiastic, and otherwise, ready, willing, and able, to enter leadership, you won't be able to demonstrate, your value, and/ or, why others should consider you a leader, and respect your leading, until/ unless, you will clearly, PROVE yourself, on a regular, consistent basis! This means, you must, go beyond, focusing, primarily on empty promises, and rhetoric, and demonstrate, your readiness, to serve, and represent others, in the best possible manner. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, why this matters, and certain things...
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| 06/11/2019 03:24 PM |
| Why Can't Leaders Make Common SENSE Decisions? |
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After, over four decades, of identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, I have always considered, the essential basics of leading, to be based on common SENSE. Unfortunately, however, the reality is, this expression, is probably, somewhat of, an oxymoron, because, it is far too rare, when a leader, proceeds, in such a manner. Common sense is anything but common, although it should be.
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| 06/10/2019 09:27 AM |
| Successful, Effective BUDGETING |
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After, more than four decades, of involvement, in nearly, every aspect of leadership planning, training, developing, and consulting, as well as decades of involvement in the financial industry, I have come to believe, we pay far too little attention/ emphasis, on the value of a budget, and this is, often, a costly error! Both in our personal lives, as well as, when it relates to making one's organization, better, more efficient, less wasteful, more focused, and able to get, more, bang, for - the - buck, understanding, focusing on, believing in the value, and creating the best plan, requires effective,...
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| 06/10/2019 09:27 AM |
| Why It's Urgent, For Leaders, To Think, OUTSIDE - The - Box? |
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Many people state, we need to think, OUTSIDE - the - box, without seeming, to, first, even, understand, what the box represents, and mean! How can we make necessary changes, until/ unless, we begin, by better understanding what has occurred in the past (the heritage and history), current needs, and, what is needed, in the future? A true leader never focuses on being a space - holder, and, merely, seeking, the same - old, same - old, processes, and procedures.
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| 06/07/2019 10:46 AM |
| Great Leaders DIRECT Others! |
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The significant difference, between a true leader, and the rest - of - the - pack. is, the former type of leaders, continously, proactively, DIRECT others, while the latter, often, procrastinate, and try to, play, Follow the Leader. If you hope to become a true leader, you should, first, take an objective, introspective, look, within, in order to be certain, you will be ready, willing, and able, to expand, the restrictions of your self - imposed, comfort zone, in order, to lead others, in a direction, which is needed, necessary, relevant, and sustainable.
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| 06/06/2019 10:35 AM |
| 6 Ways, To Further, Personal, Self - Help |
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How can anyone, help himself, unless/ until, he is ready, willing, and able, to take a deep, objective, introspective look, within, and prioritize, the best way, to proceed, towards the necessary degree, of, self - help? While, some may, try to improve, and/ or get better, in certain ways, one only becomes capable, of helping himself, in a quality manner, when he learns, considers, and uses, some of many options and alternatives, which might make him, the best, he can become! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, 6 ways to further, your...
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| 06/06/2019 09:51 AM |
| LEADING, By Example! |
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Perhaps, the best way, to ensure, others, turn - off, a leader's message, vision, etc, is, to be considered, someone, who proceeds, with, Do as I say, not as I do! Why should anyone, want to follow any leader, who doesn't demonstrate, by his example, rather than empty promises, and rhetoric (regardless of how well, they are articulated), he, truly, means what he says, cares deeply, and is a person, with the utmost degree of personal integrity, ethics, and sincerity? This is, the essence of, LEADING, by example, and, without it, there is little chance of genuine, effective, meaningful leadership!
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| 06/06/2019 09:47 AM |
| Why So Many Pseudo - Leaders Lack FOCUS? |
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Although, many individuals, are, either, elected, selected, or ascend to positions of leadership, far too few of them, actually, end - up, becoming genuine, effective, relevant, responsible leaders! While there are many factors, involved, the predominant issue, is probably, considering, why so many, pseudo - leaders, lack FOCUS! How can anyone, lead effectively, until/ unless, he becomes ready, willing, and able, to fully consider, the mission of the specific organization (and its history/ heritage), the goals, priorities, and needs, and viable options and alternatives, with an open - mind?
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| 06/04/2019 09:41 AM |
| Deep Wisdom - A Sensational Evening With James Clear, Author of Atomic Habits |
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James Clear is best-selling author of Atomic Habits, one of my favourite books, and is on track to sell a million and more copies worldwide. Last week he spoke at Thought Leaders Business School and I had the opportunity for a conversation with him over dinner. What follows is insight on how we react around greatness, and what we can learn from ordinary humans doing extraordinary things. * The secret to extraordinary results * How to handle being star-struck * James's top insight on being better at anything
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| 06/04/2019 09:32 AM |
| How Teamwork/ Team Playing, And Blind Obedience, Differ? |
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In, my, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, every area of leadership, and planning, I have always, resented, when a, so - called, leader, proceeds, by proclaiming, those, who disagree, or believe, there may be a better way/ solution, demand others, follow, blindly, and use the, company line! If anyone's idea of leadership, is, My way, or the highway, he is not, nor, will he become, a quality, effective, meaningful, relevant, sustainable leader! The reality is, great leader's seek individuals, to be part of his inner circle, who, have quality ideas, and viable solutions, and can think, for themselves.
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| 06/03/2019 10:23 AM |
| How Great Leaders INSPIRE? |
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One of the essential differences, between, merely holding some position of leadership, and, potentially, becoming a great leader, is the greatest leaders, consistently, motivate, and INSPIRE others, in a well - considered, desirable direction, and way! One of the challenges, faced by so many organizations, today, is, addressing, the best way, to appeal, to existing members, to remain involved, and potential ones, to join them, in their quest! It's not merely, about the rhetoric and promises, or how one articulates his message, but, rather, whether, someone is ready, willing, and able, to effectively perceive, and conceive of, and introduce an inpiring message,...
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| 06/03/2019 10:20 AM |
| The ERASE Method, Of Addressing Concerns |
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Every potential leader, at one point, or another, must be ready, willing, and able, to address the concerns, and effectively answer questions and potential objections, confronted with. Using the simple, 5 - step, ERASE system, is a time - tested, tried - and - proven, way of doing so, effectively, efficiently, and to the satisfaction of others, is a needed skill, every leader needs. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, examine, consider, and examine, using the mnemonic approach, how to use these steps, and, why, doing so, makes one far better equipped, at handling these situations.
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| 06/03/2019 10:20 AM |
| The Basis, Of A Leader's RESPECT |
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While, it is true, effective leaders need, to have the RESPECT of their constituents, and stakeholders, it is essential, to recognize and realize, it doesn't, just happen, but must be earned, every day, in every way! What, exactly, does respect mean, and why is it important, and essential? In my, over four decades, of involvement in all areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, potential leaders, to training, developing, and consulting, to well over a thousand of them, to serving, personally, in several positions, I have come to realize, how important, earning the respect, is so important!
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| 05/30/2019 10:35 AM |
| Effective Leaders Seek A Meeting Of The MINDS! |
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Although there are many obstacles, and challenges, to proceed, with meaningful, relevant, effective leadership, real leaders realize, it is essential to prioritize, a genuine, meeting of the MINDS! A great leader focuses on the best interests, needs, perceptions, and priorities, of his constituents (and, potential ones), rather than focusing, merely, on his own, personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! How can any organization, proceed, in a relevant, sustainable manner, until/ unless, it has leaders, who behave, this way?
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| 05/29/2019 09:47 AM |
| Leaders: Create VALUE, For Your Events! |
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If you are a real leader, you must assume responsibility for everything, which occurs, under, your watch! This includes, ensuring, every single event, is, far better than anticipated, and serves the intended purpose, it is supposed to. To do so, one must focus clearly, and determine, the best, possible, course of action, needed, to demonstrate (and achieve), clearly, both, actual, as well as, perceived VALUE for all your events.
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| 05/28/2019 09:23 AM |
| How to Avoid Getting Derailed in a Difficult Conversation |
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Emotions are a troublesome thing in difficult conversations. Rather than feeling boundless, we end up frozen, shut down, or worst - explosive. They lead us off track from the constructive progress we wanted to make in the first place. * Why catastrophising can be a useful approach * The wisdom of Petyr Baelish from Game of Thrones * 3 steps to preparing for the worst
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| 05/28/2019 09:18 AM |
| 5 Ways, Real Leaders, Make Their Budgets, Useful |
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What most organizations, need now, is far better, more effective, efficient, meaningful, relevant, sustainable leadership, perhaps, even more, today, than, ever before! Far too often, we witness a dearth of genuine leaders, because, either they are unprepared, untrained, unsuitable, or, simply, not ready, willing, and/ or, able, for the responsibilities, needed and required. One, often - ignored, tool (which, when used effectively, is one of the most valuable), is perceiving and conceiving of, creating, developing, and effectively using a meaningful budget.
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| 05/24/2019 12:43 PM |
| Smart Leaders Recognize/ Understand OMENS! |
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Why do leaders, seem to, consistently, make the same mistakes, and, so often, proceed, paying, far too little attention, to certain OMENS, etc? If organizations insisted upon, better, more meaningful, effective, professionally designed, leadership planning and training, there would be, far more, qualified leaders, who, paid keen attention to what was happening, and planned accordingly! How can any group, succeed, to the best or its potential, unless/ until, it recognized, various signs and other indications, and proceeded, in the most relevant, sustainable way?
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| 05/23/2019 01:57 PM |
| One Is For Legacy |
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As I conduct trainings for a variety of organizations, it always dumbfounds me (and saddens me too) that some people are just "coasting" until they get to retirement. These people barely do their duties and won't even consider handling any tasks that are outside of their job descriptions. Their managers who are in my workshops worry about how it affects morale with the others on their teams, as well as their own level of frustration and anger with these individuals.
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| 05/23/2019 01:52 PM |
| Successful BUDGETING |
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No matter how well one plans, nor how fabulous his leadership, unless/ until, he combines his idealistic views/ perspectives, with the necessary degree of pragmatism, needed and necessary, to ensure it is possible, nothing of consequence, can possibly, be achieved! Great leaders must successfully, budget, so they can make the best decisions, in a relevant, sustainable manner. The principles of successful BUDGETING, are, unfortunately, far too often, ignored, and thus, the best laid plans of mice and man, are often sacrificed!
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| 05/23/2019 01:52 PM |
| Why It's Urgent, For Leaders, To Think, OUTSIDE The Box? |
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Since times, constantly change, and evolve, doesn't it make sense, for any organization, to be successful, relevant, and sustainable, it must do so, also, on a continuous basis? One of the reasons, we witness, so many examples, of the dearth of genuine leadership, as well as why, many groups, keep getting weaker (until they stop existing), is, they elect, or select, so - called, leaders, who are, either, not ready, willing, prepared, or able, to expand the limitations of their self - imposed, comfort zone, and, merely, proceed, with the same - old, same - old approaches, and non -...
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| 05/22/2019 10:31 AM |
| How Will You Lead?: Actions. Inaction, Reaction, Over - Reaction? |
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In order to fully consider, whether or not, you will be able to serve as a quality, meaningful, effective, real leader, you must, first, take a deep, objective, introspective, look, and learn, if you will focus, on well - considered actions (in a proactive manner), settle for procrastination and inaction, merely react, or, consistently, over - react. There is no such thing, as a, one - size - fits - all, way to lead, but, there are, nearly always, specific beneficial behaviors, which produce the best, possible results! With that in mind, this article will, briefly, attempt to, consider, examine,...
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| 05/21/2019 02:31 PM |
| Maximizing An Event's Impact: A Step - By - Step Plan |
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After more than four decades of involvement, in both, professional event planning/ negotiations, etc, as well as in leadership training, planning, and development, I have witnessed, great events, but also, some very sub - par ones. It is incumbent upon a quality leader, to take an active part, in ensuring every event, achieves its objective, while doing so, in a way, which provides, the most bang - for - the - buck. Although, leaders should delegate, the day - to - day, planning, and coordination of the specific function, to someone, he believes, will do a quality job, he must...
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| 05/21/2019 02:10 PM |
| Strategic/ Action Planning: The 6 - Step Process |
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Becoming an effective, meaningful, relevant, true leader, is, often, quite challenging, for a variety of reasons. Perhaps, the most essential process, needed, yet, far too often, neglected, is proceeding, with the discipline, and willingness, to thoroughly plan, to achieve stellar accomplishments/ achievements! In other words, great leaders realize, they must direct their organization, to create a well - considered, strategic plan, and, then, proceed, with the best possible, relevant, sustainable, action plan.
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| 05/21/2019 12:50 PM |
| The True Meaning, Of Being, A LEADER |
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What does it really mean, to be a true, meaningful, effective LEADER? Although, many, either are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, we constantly witness, very few of them, ever become real leaders! In these days, when there appears to be, such a dearth of genuine leaders, it might be valuable to briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means, and represents, and why, it's important to better understand, and focus on.
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| 05/17/2019 03:12 PM |
| Leaders Never BLAME Others! |
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The difference between a real leader, and those, who pretend, to be, often, is, the latter individuals, resort to blaming others, and complaining, while genuine leaders assume personal BLAME, and responsibility! One who wants to hold a meaningful position, must, proceed, with this sort of mind - set, and attitude, as well as genuine integrity, etc! There is no place in leading, for someone, who prioritizes, the pass - the - buck, philosophy, approach, and behavior!
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| 05/16/2019 11:54 AM |
| 5 Keys To Implementing Quality Action Plans |
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After, more than four decades, of involvement, in nearly all aspects of leadership, and leadership planning, from identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, in a number of capacities, and types of groups, I have come to believe, it's impossible to effectively lead, unless/ until, one uses a relevant, action plan. Unfortunately, while that may seem, somewhat, obvious, there is little doubt, far too few individuals, use these efficiently, effectively, or in a meaningful way! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine,...
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| 05/15/2019 09:15 AM |
| How Can You Be A Leader, If You Lack FOCUS? |
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There is no such thing, as a simplistic approach, to achieving the necessities of true, quality leadership! This, perhaps, may be, one of the principle reasons, we are witnessing, a dearth of genuine leaders, in so many organizations (at many levels, etc), today! Becoming a truly, great leader, requires a combination of many skills/ assets, and proceeding, with a positive, can - do, attitude, and doing so, with a level of keen FOCUS, which considers various options and alternatives, evaluates them thoroughly, and proceeds, accordingly, in order to become the best, one can possibly be!
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| 05/14/2019 09:09 AM |
| Be Sure You'll LIKE Leading, Before Becoming A Leader! |
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From time, to time, many individuals consider, striving to become a leader, of some organization/ group, or another! Some of these people, are fit, for the position, while others are, not ready for prime time! While there are many factors to consider, and examine, it's essential to never overlook, whether one, will truly, enjoy, and LIKE, leading!
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| 05/13/2019 10:02 AM |
| What Is ATTRACTION Leadership? |
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Every individual, who, is, either, elected, selected, or ascends, to any position of leadership, must consider, whether he is attracting others, in a meaningful way, rather than, merely, articulating the same - old, same - old, populist - oriented, leadership approach! Far too many organizations, have come to realize, their very existence, is being threatened, by the many years, of having a dearth, of real leaders, who possess the commitment, vision, and combination of a true, positive, can - do, attitude, with the essential aptitude, and well - developed. skill - set!
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| 05/09/2019 09:06 AM |
| Why Effective Leaders Focus On FINANCES? |
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After more than four decades of involvement, in nearly, every area, of leading, including, leadership planning, identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to well over a thousand, actual, and/ or, potential leaders, and personally, serving as a leader, for various groups, etc, I have come to realize, too many, are, not, ready, willing, and/ or able, to pay sufficient attention, to an organization's FINANCES. Unless/ until, one proceeds, in a fiscally, responsible, responsive way, he is not effectively leading! With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic appoach, what this means, and...
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| 05/07/2019 10:49 AM |
| 6 Reasons, Leaders Must, Think, Outside - The - Box |
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You're not leading, when/ if, you, merely, take few or limited risks, and proceed, with the same - old, same - old, methods and approaches! True leadership requires a willingness, and ability, to, expand the limitations of one's personal comfort zone, and consider options and alternatives, in a well - considered manner. A real leader must be ready, willing, and able, to think, outside - the - box, instead of, merely, maintaining the status quo!
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| 05/06/2019 02:51 PM |
| Pros, And Cons, Of Zero - Based Budgeting |
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Since, many finacial experts, realize, zero - based budgeting, is the most effective, meaningful, way, to guide, the handling of an organization's financial behavior, and planning, why do so few groups, actually, do (create) their budgets, using this essential principle, and focus? Although, the positive aspects, or, pros, of doing so, include: being the most relevant, realistic, cost - effective (bang - for - the - buck), priorities - based approach, there are also, some reasons, others, are unwilling, to proceed, in that manner. Some of the reasons, there seems to be resistance, include: it is considerably, time - consuming, requires...
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| 05/03/2019 01:43 PM |
| The Early Stages, Of Event Planning, For Leaders |
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Why is it, although so may organizations, depend upon, and use a variety of events, for many purposes, these events, often, are not merely as good, or effective as they should be? Instead of pseudo - leaders, blaming others for these inadequate performances, wouldn't it make sense, if we trained these individuals, to properly prepare, and be ready, willing, and able, to effective plan, and foresee needs, priorities, and contingencies. With that in mind, and to address it, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, the early stages of successful event planning, and how a real...
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| 05/03/2019 01:42 PM |
| What It MEANS, To Be, A Leader? |
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Have you ever wondered, what it, really, MEANS, to be a true leader? While many people are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, the vast majority, often, fail, to become effective, meaningful leaders! Many organizations, today, are facing stresses, and challenges, because, while times have changed, they have not evolved, accordingly.
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| 05/01/2019 02:20 PM |
| What Is the Relationship Between My Education and Oppression Today? |
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The expression of education and oppression in today's modern society can be traced to the very premise upon which the institutions of education are predicated. Theologian Cardinal Newman's views[1] on education shed light on this meaning, "This implies that its object is, on the one hand, intellectual not moral; and on the other, that is the diffusion and extension of knowledge rather than the advancement (p. 122)".
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| 05/01/2019 02:20 PM |
| Don't Be A PSEUDO - Leader! |
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What most organizations, are desperately, in need of, today, are true, quality leaders, who are ready, willing, and able, to serve, the best interests, needs, etc, of, both the specific group, as well as its constituents (actual, and potential)! Far too often, instead of being served by a real leader, we witness, PSEUDO - leaders, who, appear to be, either, not ready, for prime - time, or ill - equipped, to do, what's right, and needed, rather than merely expedient. This means, taking the finest course, or, as Robert Frost stated, The path of least resistance, rather, than, those, who choose the expedient,...
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| 04/30/2019 04:03 PM |
| What Happens When It All Goes Horribly Wrong? |
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Have you ever had a difficult conversation go off the rails? Have you ever lost the plot and said things you regret? Has anyone ever shouted you down and treated you badly? Boundless Leaders know that when a storm hits, it's best to let it pass, then clean it up.
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| 04/30/2019 03:52 PM |
| The Needed Leadership AGENDA |
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In the vast majority of cases, the difference between our finest leaders, and the rest - of - the - pack, is, the principles, they base, the core of their AGENDA, on! If, these individuals, develop the necessary levels of a positive, can - do, attitude, and combine that, with a relevant, well - considered, fully developed, open - minded, aptitude, and skill - set, then, what they might accomplish, is generally based on the quality of this agenda. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review, and discuss, using the mnemonic approach, what this means and...
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| 04/29/2019 10:20 AM |
| You're Not Leading, If You Don't Have A Quality PLAN! |
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Although, many individuals, either, are elected, selected, or ascend, to positions of leadership, merely, holding some position, doesn't. automatically, mean, you are a real leader! The reality is, you aren't leading, unless/ until, you proceed, with a timely, well - conceived, and considered, PLAN!
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| 04/26/2019 09:11 AM |
| RESPONSIVE Leaders |
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How can, anyone, claim to be a significant, relevant leader, unless/ until, he appreciates, and realizes, he must, consistently, proceed, in the most, positive, RESPONSIVE manner? One of the essential, significant differences, between, someone, merely, holding some position of leadership, versus, becoming a relevant, effective, meaningful leader, is, whether he is, ready, willing, and able, to see things, with an objective perspective, and fully considering, as many potential options and alternatives, in order to make a significant difference, for the better. One must, begin, by evaluating a combination of present and future needs, understanding the heritage and mission of the specific group,...
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| 04/24/2019 11:54 AM |
| Is It Better to Let Sleeping Dogs Lie? |
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Speaking up is an ordeal. There is plenty at risk: reputation, relationships, remuneration. Is it sometimes better NOT to speak up? Are there times when it's better to keep to ourselves and let the cards fall as they may? How does this stack up if we are committed to being Boundless Leaders? * Risks of being a whistleblower * What to consider in speaking up * How to find your own commitment to action
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| 04/24/2019 11:46 AM |
| Can You Mend a Relationship After a Mediated Dispute? |
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Have you ever been so entrenched in an argument you just cannot budge? Maybe you're absolutely convinced you're right, and they're wrong. Nothing they say will convince you otherwise. And frustratingly, they feel the same way. So you've had to pull in outside help to settle the argument. Is this the point of no return? Or is it possible to mend the divide? * Perspective is powerful * Why the amygdala is a no-go zone * Mending bridges or burning them?
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| 04/24/2019 11:40 AM |
| What Makes a Conversation Tough and Terrible? |
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Do you avoid tough conversations? Do you stress about the fallout after the fact? What makes conversations so challenging in the first place? In this article we unearth the cause of what makes a conversation tough, a circuit breaker to make it easier, and a tip to keep our imagination in check.
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| 04/24/2019 11:35 AM |
| Leaders COMMIT To A Strategic And Action Plan |
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While many people are, either elected, selected, or ascend, to positions of leadership, only a few, rare, special people, become meaningful, real leaders! While many characteristics, etc, impact this, one, which is, far too often, somewhat ignored, is, the necessity to fully COMMIT to making a real difference, for the better, rather than being a spaceholder, who merely, proceeds, with the same - old, same - old! In order to be a great leader, one must begin with the proper set of priorities, and move, proactively, forward, with a well - conceived, strategic plan.
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| 04/23/2019 03:15 PM |
| Design Powerful Experiences for a Boundless Team |
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Leadership is hard and lonely. It's very easy to get caught up in trying to solve challenges all on our own. This is the fast-track to getting stuck! As leaders we need teams we can trust, who've got our back, with whom we can share the trials and tribulations of our calling. Here's how to build bonds in your team beyond cocktails and canapes.
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