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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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| 11/25/2020 02:07 PM |
| Why Real Leaders Need An OPEN MIND? |
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Although, there are many characteristics, necessities, skills, etc, of being a true, quality leader, perhaps, nothing is as important, as being ready, willing, and able, to proceed, with an OPEN MIND! Unless/ until, this occurs, one's leadership, and potential results, confront a self - imposed, obstacle, because, only, when one, willingly, considers, a variety of options, and alternatives, can he proceed, truly, effectively! Since, no one has all the answers, knowledge, skills, wisdom, experience, and/ or, expertise, helpful, for, various situations, this mindset, etc, is essential, for being, as effective, as possible.
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| 11/24/2020 06:19 PM |
| How to Create a Personal Leadership Manifesto |
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In my Amplifiers group, a high level leadership program for purpose-driven leaders, we are focused on 'Project You' this quarter. We are intent on raising the bar for our own personal leadership in all dimensions: physical, spiritual, mental, emotional. One of the core strategies is to develop a personal leadership manifesto. Details follow!
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| 11/24/2020 11:59 AM |
| Are You A SERVICE - Focused Leader? |
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If you hope to become a leader, and/ or, presently serve, in some capacity, and/ or, position, it will be, up - to, you, to determine, what type, you will be! Will you simply, assume some position of leadership, or will you become a real, meaningful, effective, quality leader? If you hope to be the latter, it is essential, to learn, and take advantage of professionally - designed, leadership training programs, and to commit, to being, a SERVICE - focused one!
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| 11/23/2020 07:46 AM |
| Why Effective Leaders Use Suggestions As A Key 6th Step? |
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As, is true, for nearly, everything, we do, effective leadership requires mastering, and effectively using, well - considered, time - tested, techniques, etc, in order to become the best, one can possibly be! Everything in life, generally, involves selling! We always, and constantly, sell, either, a product, service, or, ourselves!
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| 11/23/2020 07:43 AM |
| QUALITY Leadership Necessities |
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After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in nearly, all areas, related to leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands, of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have often considered, what might be some of the necessities, of QUALITY leadership. How else, can we explain, why there are so many more individuals, who are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to some position, than, actually, become meaningful leaders? These days, many organizations/ groups, seem endangered, and/ or, at - risk, for a variety of reasons, but, perhaps, the dearth of qualified, effective leaders, may be, one of the...
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| 11/19/2020 09:16 AM |
| Constituents Perceptions: Leaders Align Perceived And Actual Value! |
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The duties, responsibilities, and areas of involvement, of a true leader, is quite comprehensive, and significant! One must recognize, understand, and appreciate, it is not enough, to, simply, address an obstacle, effectively, but, to, also, do so, in a way, constituents, believe/ feel, and/ or, perceive, will make a necessary difference, for the better. Unless/ until, one motivates, and inspires, those he serves and represents, the probability, of achieving the finest objectives, etc, is, often, limited!
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| 11/19/2020 09:06 AM |
| 8 Essentials For Leaders Decision Making |
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If you hope to become a quality, meaningful leader, you must be, consistently, ready, willing, and able to make decisions, especially, some of the most challenging ones! After, over four decades, of involvement, in, nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or potential leaders, I have come to believe, one of the greatest obstacles, to becoming an effective leader, is mastering, the many components, arts, and science, of quality, well - considered, decision - making. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine, review,...
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| 11/19/2020 09:06 AM |
| How To Master The PROCESS Of Leading? |
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Wouldn't it be nice, if, there was some way, to ensure, most leaders were ready, willing, and able, to effectively, master, not only, the art, and science, but, also the PROCESS of leading? After, over four decades, of personal involvement, in, nearly all aspects of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to, training, developing, and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to, personally, serving and representing constituents, and various organizations/ groups, as a leader, I have come to realize, far - too - often, those, serving in these types of positions, often, aren't ready, to proceed, effectively, and efficiently...
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| 11/19/2020 09:05 AM |
| First 5 Steps Of Effective Strategic Planning |
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If you hope/ wish, to become a true, quality, effective leader, doesn't it, make sense, you will need, to be ready, willing, able, to proceed, effectively, and in a relevant, sustainable manner, which addresses the needs, obstacles, priorities, perceptions, and heritage of your specific organization? How can anyone, do so, unless/ until, he understands, thoroughly, the fundamentals of strategic planning, and prepares, to effectively learn, what's involved, and is willing, to do, what's needed, and necessary, to make a difference, for the better? After, over four decades of personal involvement, in nearly, all areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying,...
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| 11/16/2020 09:04 AM |
| How To Pass The Leadership TEST? |
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While, many thousands, have served, or presently, serve, in some position of leadership, very few, ever, become genuine, meaningful, effective, relevant leaders! After, over four decades, of involvement, in, nearly, all aspects of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing, and consulting, to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to believe, there are many reasons, so few people, seem capable of, and able to, pass the true TEST of leading, and being a real leader! In order to be one of the few, who can, requires many skills, personal assets, commitment, endurance, training, etc, while maintaining, a...
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| 11/13/2020 12:35 PM |
| How Real Leaders DIRECT Groups? |
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After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly every aspect of leadership, from identifying and qualifying individuals, to training, developing, and consulting to well over a thousand real, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to realize, and understand/ appreciate, many of the obstacles, thrust in the path, of a potential leader, and the need to be prepared, and ready, to effectively, lead, others, for the greater good. One of the sometimes - overlooked necessities, is, often, the need, for real leaders to be ready, willing, prepared, and able, to effectively, DIRECT his group, and its stakeholders. With that in mind, this...
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| 11/12/2020 12:13 PM |
| 5 Essentials For Quality Negotiations |
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One of the most important, although, often, overlooked/ neglected, assets, and skills, needed, to be a truly, effective, quality leader, is the knowledge, ability, and expertise, to effectively negotiate, for the best interests, of one's organizations! Over, and over, again, true leaders, are confronted, with a variety of circumstances, where negotiations, become an essential component, and necessity. After, over four decades, of involvement, in most areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training and developing, to consulting to well - over, a thousand actual, and/ or, potential leaders, as well as serving, as a leader, for many different types...
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| 11/11/2020 08:26 AM |
| Real Leaders Proactively Make DECISIONS! |
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Have you ever considered, seeking, a position of leadership, and, if, so, why do you consider, yourself, ready, and fit, to be a quality, meaningful, effective leader? Do you have the right combination, of, self - confidence, and genuine empathy, in order, to make the finest decisions, based on fully considering viable options, and alternatives, with an open - mind? How comfortable are you, with making significant decisions, on a proactive basis?
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| 11/11/2020 08:24 AM |
| How Smart Leaders Achieve Their Goals?: 5 Steps |
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One of the key differences between a true leader, and the rest - of - the - pack, is their ability to achieve their well - considered, relevant goals! It is never - enough, to, merely, articulate some empty promises/ rhetoric, but, one must consider the needs, goals, priorities, perceptions, potential ramifications, etc, and develop an approach, to make a true difference, for the better, based - on, the quality of their planning, and absolute integrity, combined with genuine empathy! The greatest leaders focus on what's needed, currently, and, into the future, and proceed, with a well - developed, plan,...
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| 11/11/2020 08:24 AM |
| Do You Fit The IMAGE Of A Leader? |
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Although, many individuals, are, either elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to positions of leadership, after my, more than four decades of involvement, in nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying and qualifying, to training, developing and consulting to over a thousand, actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to believe, only a small percentage of these people, end - up, becoming, true, meaningful, relevant, sustainable, effective leaders! While, it takes a combination of assets, including possessing a positive, can - do, attitude, and a well - developed, relevant, sustainable combination of assets, and skill - set, every great leader...
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| 11/09/2020 12:46 PM |
| You're Not A Leader, Without EMPATHY! |
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Quality leadership must never be, about the leader's best - interests, etc, but, rather, about putting, those one serves and represents, first, prioritizing, effectively, listening and learning, from every conversation and experience, and proceeding, consistently, with the utmost degree of genuine EMPATHY! After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, all areas of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, training, developing, and consulting to thousands of actual, and/ or, potential leaders, to serving, personally, as a leader, for several, different types/ sizes, of organizations, I have come, to strongly believe, this quality, is essential, to becoming a meaningful, real leader! With that in mind,...
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| 11/09/2020 12:42 PM |
| Regardless Of The Concern, Smart Leaders Rely On These 5 Steps! |
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The difference, often, between a genuine, effective leader, and the rest - of - the - pack, is, he is ready, willing, and able, to handle, both, the usual/ anticipated challenges, as well as the more unusual/ unexpected ones! How one handles these challenges, generally, differentiates between great, and lesser leaders! After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly all areas of leadership, from identifying, qualifying, and training, to developing, and consulting, to more than a thousand, actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I consistently, stress, the need for preparation and planning, and being able to, seamlessly, handle any objection, challenge,...
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| 11/09/2020 12:42 PM |
| True Leaders COMFORT Others! |
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Many organizations, today, seem to be suffering from a similar set of ailments, but, perhaps, the one condition, creating the most, long - term damage, is the apparent, dearth of genuine leadership, and the associated challenges, related to identifying, qualifying, training, and developing, the right leaders! Although, many factors contribute to this, one, which should be relatively, simple, but it rarely, adequately, addressed, is, the reality, which is, true leaders must be ready, willing, and able, to, consistently, COMFORT others. This does not mean, deceiving them, or making empty promises, and using rhetoric, etc, but, rather, proceeding, with genuine empathy, based on...
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| 11/04/2020 02:37 PM |
| Why Can't Leaders STOP Making the Same Mistakes? |
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After, more than four decades, of involvement including, nearly, every area of leadership, from identifying, and qualifying potential leaders, to training, developing, and consulting to over a thousand, actual, and/ or, potential leaders, I have come to believe, strongly, if these individuals, would, simply, STOP making the same mistakes, over, and over, again, there would be far more potential, for true, effective, quality leadership! Unfortunately, many organizations, these days, suffer, from an apparent, dearth of finding an appropriate leader, and, therefore, often, settles, for less than the best person, to fit an important position! With that in mind, this article will attempt...
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| 11/04/2020 02:37 PM |
| How To Avoid Being The SAME OLD, Type of Leader? |
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Since, we live in an evolving, and changing world, with constantly, differing, needs, goals, perceptions, and priorities, wouldn't it make sense, for a true leader, to proceed, a relevant, sustainable, strategic plan, instead of, merely, making empty promises, relying on rhetoric, and fond memories, and, only, considering, the SAME OLD possibilities, options, ideas, etc? After, over four decades, of involvement, in, nearly, all areas of leadership, from identifying, and qualifying potential leaders, training, and developing them, and consulting to thousands of actual, and potential leaders, I have come to realize, all - too - often, the biggest obstacle to being a quality...
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| 10/23/2020 12:23 PM |
| Why We Need Strategic Planning To Introduce The Wisest ACTIONS? |
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Whether one, holds a position of leadership, in a small, medium, or larger organization, or whether the purpose of the group, is social, civic, organizational, or governmental, in order to be, as meaningful, a leader, as possible, it is important, and significant, to use, quality, strategic planning, first, and use that process, to perceive, and conceive of, create, and implement, the most relevant, sustainable, and needed, action plan! Only, then, does ones chances, of introducing, and taking, the wisest ACTIONS, becomes far more possible, meaningful, relevant, sustainable, and achievable. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine,...
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| 10/22/2020 11:35 AM |
| How to Avoid Values That Derail Us |
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Not all values are created equal! This may sound counter-trend: aren't we supposed to be values-led leaders? Yes and no. Each set of values has a limitation and downside that we need to be mindful of.
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| 10/09/2020 11:13 AM |
| Reflection on Endings |
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All good things come to an end. What comfort can we find in transitions? How can we shift perspective to make meaning from difficult times?
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| 09/29/2020 09:02 AM |
| How to Be Inspiring |
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As leaders, one of our responsibilities is to uplift others. Many of us feel the pressure to be 'inspiring'. To be the leader others want to follow. To be the leader everyone admires and respects. The impostor syndrome often kicks in at this point. Who am I to be inspiring? We don't need to crawl up Mount Everest wearing a blindfold and carrying a camel to be inspiring. Here are three secrets to being inspiring.
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| 09/24/2020 05:33 PM |
| How to Be Brilliant With the Neuroscience of the Flow Cycle |
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Would you like to be 500% more productive? Sounds crazy, right? Researchers into the neuroscience of peak performance have shown that when we get into peak performance states our creativity and our productivity soars. And we can do that every day, deliberately. This article explains the basics.
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| 09/15/2020 11:41 AM |
| How to Be More Resilient With Slack in the System |
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Are you a Hoarder or a Maverick? Do you need lots of reserves of time, money, energy in order to feel safe? Or do you prefer bootstrapping and winging it? Both have huge pitfalls. Building slack in the system is a smart move: just enough to keep us feeling safe, not too much that we get complacent.
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| 09/14/2020 11:21 AM |
| How To Know If A Leader LIES? |
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The rules/ guidelines of leadership, remain similar, regardless of one's position, and whether he serves and represents, the nation (or any entity of government), a not - for - profit charity, civic group, or any other type of organization! This must be, to provide quality service, and representation, consistently, putting the best interests of his constituency, before, any personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! Unfortunately, too often, someone is elected, who resorts to telling LIES, in order to misrepresent his actions and behaviors, and use these, for some personal advantage, etc.
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| 09/08/2020 08:58 AM |
| How Do You Define Success When You're Not Winning? |
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If you're a football player, and your team is nowhere close to winning, how do you define success? It's easy to get demoralised when all we've got is one end point. We need more than one measure of success. Here's a couple of ways to redefine it in a useful way.
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| 09/04/2020 11:59 AM |
| Leading Must Be Based On Providing Quality SERVICE! |
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If you are considering, becoming a leader, of any type of group/ organization, etc, it's essential to commit, to prioritizing quality SERVICE, while avoiding any tendency/ urge, to prioritize your personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest! After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, every aspect of leadership, and leadership planning, from identifying, qualifying, training, and developing, actual and/ or, potential leaders, to consulting, planning, and advising, I have come to realize, the difference between a true leader, and the rest - of - the - pack, is, precisely, this focus, and commitment, and having the combination of a positive,...
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| 09/02/2020 01:27 PM |
| How to Develop a Motto for Your Culture |
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Is your culture by default or by design? One of the ways you can guide culture to be successful and happy is to have a Culture Charter or Manifesto, complete with catchy mottos. It's a powerful process to build buy-in as well as establish a blueprint for cultural norms.
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| 08/31/2020 06:21 PM |
| This People Skill Is Your Competitive Edge |
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What brand of leadership do you support? Tough and firm? Forceful and strong? Charismatic and inspiring? Silent and sure? There is one brand of leadership that trumps all, and this people skill is the competitive edge.
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| 08/31/2020 09:26 AM |
| A Great Leader SEEKS Answers! |
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Although, the size, type, heritage, purpose, and mission, may vary, every quality leader, regardless of the group, represented, SEEKS answers, in order to proceed, consistently, in the wisest, possible manner! This necessity, applies, whether, the represented entity, is a civil one, political/ public service - type. religious organization, or any other one!
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| 08/21/2020 11:54 AM |
| How to Be Brave for the People |
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Leadership can be a real poke in the eye. We carry responsibility and accountability, sandwiched between expectations and reality. Confronting the brutal facts is not for the faint of heart! We need to learn to be brave - not just for ourselves, but for others. Discover how howling near naked in the rain can harness your inner Warrior!
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| 08/21/2020 09:19 AM |
| How To Decide If Something's SMART? |
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Whether, it relates, to how a public official, makes significant decisions, or any organizational leader, determines this, or in our everyday, life, wouldn't it be beneficial, if there was a way, to determine, if, a policy, idea, process, strategy, action plan, etc, was SMART? Unfortunately, we often, minimize, the emphasis, on quality ideas, and viable solutions, either, because, we opt, for a path, of least resistance, or, in the case of so - called, leaders, because, it favors their personal/ political agenda, and/ or, self - interest, to proceed, in a populist manner, instead! With that in mind, this article will...
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| 08/05/2020 04:25 PM |
| Why Real Leaders Need A Quality PLAN? |
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While, it is possible, for a short - period, for groups, organizations, of public entities, to succeed, despite the direction and quality of their leaders, in the longer - term, the success, relevance, and sustainability, often/ generally, depends on the ability to conceive of, create, and implement, a well - considered, action plan, based on dedication, to professionally designed, strategic planning! In order to be a real leader, one must commit to following a quality PLAN, based on the specific needs, heritage, perceptions, and priorities, of the specific entity. With that in mind, this article will attempt to, briefly, consider, examine,...
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| 08/05/2020 04:24 PM |
| Do You Know The FLIGHT Of A True Leader? |
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After, over four decades of involvement, in nearly, all areas of leading, leadership planning, and training, it is especially, concerning, to me, to witness, the lack of preparation, and, so many individuals, who seem, either, overwhelmed, ill - prepared, unwilling, or unable, to effectively serve and represent, their organization, and constituents! This, apparent, trend, which seems to be, a dearth of genuine leaders, is occurring in nearly, all - sized, groups and organizations, and, in all areas, including, civic, professional, social, and public arenas! As a professional trainer, as well as having, served, as a leader, on several occasions, for...
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| 08/03/2020 02:44 PM |
| Why Leaders Must Understand The Essence Of Effective SELLING? |
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Everything, in - life, and especially, as it pertains, to effective leadership, is about, and demands, SELLING! Every day, each of us, sell something. Either, we sell a product, service, idea/ concept, or, ourself/ personal value!
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| 07/30/2020 02:34 PM |
| Great Leaders SEIZE The Moment! |
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There's no place, in genuine leadership, for, blaming, and complaining, avoiding personal responsibility, or resorting to delaying, and procrastination! Rather, real leaders, regardless of position, held, or level/ type, etc, must, proactively, be ready, willing, and able, to move forward, responsibly/ reliably, and SEIZE the moment! Many observers, point to the present behavior of President Donald Trump, in an attempt to indicate/ demonstrate, some of the potential, inherent dangers and ramifications, of blaming, complaining, avoiding, and procrastinating!
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| 07/30/2020 02:34 PM |
| Determining A Leader's Best PATH! |
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It's never enough, to simply, be elected, or hold, some position of leadership! Rather, a true leader, assumes a high degree of personal responsibility, and perceives things, as they should be, without limiting the possibilities! After, over 4 decades, of personal involvement, in nearly every area of leadership, from identifying and qualifying candidates, training them properly, evaluating the best individuals (best - suited, to lead), consulting to thousands of actual and potential leaders, and serving, as a leader, I have come to believe, strongly, one of the key ingredients and considerations, must be, how someone determines, the best PATH, to pursue, and...
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| 07/30/2020 02:34 PM |
| 5 Steps Leaders Use To Get Things Done! |
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The basic responsibilities, duties, necessary assets and attitude, and significance of professionally designed, true leadership training, exists, and is similar, regardless of the type of organization, etc, being represented. Whether, it's a small, local group, a national or international one, or, a civic, social, professional, or position, of leading, related to public service (a public official), the idea of leading, and, the necessities, remain, quite similar! Every quality/ meaningful leader must be ready, willing, able, and qualified/ trained, to use specific steps, in order to get those things, needed and necessary, done!
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| 07/28/2020 02:45 PM |
| How to Have Genuine Charisma As a Leader |
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We are naturally drawn to leaders with confidence and charm. Many leaders feel they are deficient if they are not the life of the party. This is far from the truth! Simple little things can greatly enhance your charisma, while being completely authentic. Read on for these showstopping tips!
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| 07/24/2020 10:26 AM |
| What Leadership Principles Do You Need in a Crisis? |
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Crisis can create panic. All of us are wired to avoid threat and when we see it, we jump into survival mode. Often this leads to rash decisions. We need to cultivate composure to handle the toughest stuff. 'Stop the moving parts' is one way to do this.
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| 07/21/2020 05:53 PM |
| Beware Of Leaders Without Genuine EMPATHY! |
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Although, the needs, goals, perceptions, and priorities, of every organization, regardless of type, including civic, organizational, for - profit business, not - for - profit, and/ or, political/ public leader, are somewhat different, one thing, all meaningful leaders, need to possess, is genuine EMPATHY! Many of us, have witnessed, the present occupant of the White House, articulate a message, many consider, full - of - hate, and polarizing! Many members of other types of organizations, and groups, also, believe/ feel, their, so - called, leaders, lack this quality, and, therefore, often, believe, those people, instead of focusing, on the needs of...
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| 07/21/2020 05:51 PM |
| True Leaders DECIDE! |
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Why would anyone, be satisfied, with electing, and being represented, by anyone, who was, either, not, ready, willing, and/ or, able, to make well - considered decisions? This is needed, and necessary, whether, it pertains, to the leader, in the smallest organization, and/ or, the President of the United States, and, all entities, in - between! If, we hope, for things, to proceed, better, we need, better - prepared, empathetic, qualified leaders, who, have the combination of a positive, can - do, attitude, with a relevant, well - developed, aptitude, and skill set, so, they assume the personal responsibility, to DECIDE, while...
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| 07/16/2020 09:32 AM |
| 6 Steps To A Quality Action Plan |
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Although, the vast majority of those, who, either, are elected, selected, and/ or, ascend to some position of leadership, begin, with high ambitions, and hopes, aiming/ seeking, to make a real difference, for the better, for their organization. Leading, and making a positive impact, requires dedication, effort, a positive, can - do, attitude, and developing/ using a well - considered, aptitude, and skill - set! However, no matter, how good, one's intentions, unless/ until, someone has undergone a professionally designed/ organized, leadership training program, their results may suffer!
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| 07/08/2020 09:48 AM |
| How to Lead in a Low Trust Environment |
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Trust is a tricky thing. Hard earned, easily lost. As a leader, trust is our primary currency for culture. But if it's gone, what can we do?
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| 07/08/2020 09:46 AM |
| Past Time For Leaders To DISCOVER Alternatives! |
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Whether, considering, someone, who might be the leader of any type of organization, including, not - for - profit, for - profit, or the public sector, it is way - past time, for leaders, to take the time, and make a concerted effort, to DISCOVER, outside - the - box, alternatives, rather than, simply, accepting, the same - old, same - old, ways! Many organizations, today, are under significant stress, and face challenges, to their existence, and sustainability. The reality is, many have, either, disappeared, and/ or, lost much of their previous luster, and relevance.
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| 06/30/2020 06:38 AM |
| 50Th Birthday Wisdom |
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Something about getting older and having a birthday with a zero in it makes you sit up and pay attention. Here's some of my thought bubbles for you. May they inspire and titillate.
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| 06/16/2020 09:10 AM |
| How to See Better to Lead Better |
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Racism, institutionalised injustices, political polarisation. These are not easy issues. It is all too easy to judge and dismiss. Leadership is never easy, particularly with complex and barbed issues. Where do you start? It starts with a point of view.
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| How to Innovate When You and Your Team Don't Want To |
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Now is the time to innovate, to get set up for the new normal, to be on the front foot as we tiptoe through the covid tulips. But let's face it, who has the energy for innovation right now? Change is hard at the best of times, let alone when we are still juggling the uncertainty of a pandemic world. Ugh.Yet innovate we must, or face the oblivion of irrelevance. Here's how to enthuse your team (and yourself) with innovation energy.
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