Category: Leadership
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Lead Them to Their Own Solutions
As leaders we are in a constant struggle to help our directs learn and grow as individuals and professionals. Our success is dependent upon their success. And their success is dependent upon our leadership abilities. So in this cyclical dance, we are masters of our own destinies, but we cannot do it alone. We must…
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Have You Hugged Your Direct Reports Today?
Communication is the key to building relationships and trust. Without it you have nothing. Realize that the first step in getting anyone to do anything is to communicate. Whether that is done vocally, or by written word, or by demonstration, the bottom line is, you must get your message across. The second step in getting…
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Spring has Sprung – Time to Recharge
Welcome the season of removal and renewal. As you’re cleaning out your closets, clearing brush, working in the garden, take time to ramp up your professional skills. There’s no better time (especially if you’ve let your New Year’s resolutions slip away) to remake your commitment to continuous improvement. Start with the easy stuff. Read those books that are collecting…
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Getting Back in Gear
Let’s face it. It’s hard to keep up enthusiasm for anything, let alone work. Some folks have the capacity to approach every day as a new adventure, while others struggle to muster even the smallest amount of enthusiasm. If you’re one of those folks or somewhere in between, read on. Here are some tips for…
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Feedback: How It’s Done
In continuing our theme of providing feedback, let’s take a look at some basic principles of how to do it more effectively. It’s pretty easy to get up the courage to dole out some developmental feedback when someone screws up, and many folks feel good about delivering positive feedback when they catch someone doing something…