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Steady Hands in a High-Speed World: Developing Intellectual Horsepower
Has the current speed of change gotten uncomfortable for you? It sure has for me. Since 2020, and with the more recent emergence of AI, the world we navigated for so long, now seems uncomfortably off balance. Calm, thoughtful, leaders who can maintain perspective are…
How can trust be established with your colleagues? Begin with TEAMWORK.
Who said, “The secret of our success is that we never, never give up”? No matter what type of job you do, you usually must work with others to get something accomplished. There are those who think teamwork “just happens” when you put people together in a group….
What is an effective way to start gaining the trust of those you lead? Begin with SUPPORT.
Who said, “The privileges of being an American belong to those brave enough to fight for them”? After flying with a barnstorming pilot in Washington, D.C. as a teenager, this famous four-star general dreamed of becoming an aviator. But instead of taking the direct…
How do you gain more trust with those who work for you? Begin with UNDERSTANDING.
Who said, “I have learned to imagine every person wearing an invisible sign that says, ‘Make me feel important’”? This entrepreneur was truly ahead of her time. With just $5,000, she built a multimillion-dollar empire based on one principle: understanding women’s…
How do you earn the trust and admiration of your teammates? Begin with RESPECT.
Who said, “My brave fellows, you have done all I asked you to do, and more than can be reasonably expected”? A struggle we hear frequently from leaders today is how to gain the loyalty and respect of their employees. The most common answer is often easy and…
How do you build trust in the workplace? Begin with TRANSPARENCY.
Who Said, “The People When Rightly and Fully Trusted Will Return the Trust?” If you’re looking for a good example of how to build trust in the workplace, there is one person you should consider. He wasn’t the owner of a small company or the CEO of a huge organization….
Declutter Your Leadership Approach with These 8 Simple Steps
Being a leader can feel overwhelming at times. The good news is it doesn’t have to be. With a little determination, you can focus your attention. Think “simplify” and “less is more.” How to declutter your leadership strategy: 8 simple steps The ability to focus is…
Tips for Effective Listening
Its been proven that employees that feel heard and understood are more productive and efficient. As the leader of any group it is your responsibility to hear what your team members are telling you. When you do that, you’re in a position to inspire and improve…
The Importance of Self-Evaluation
The season of Self-Evaluations is upon us! Employees and managers are often finding ways to avoid these essential tools for setting goals and growing. If you are, or have, an aspiring leader struggling to understand why self-evaluation is so essential, here are four…