Posts Tagged ‘Leadership’
Leadership Skills: How to Provide Corrective Direction
When discussing the “How to’s” of building an engaged culture, we hear lots of talk about “reinforcing the positive” and “catching people doing things right,” but what happens when people are doing things wrong and we need to provide corrective direction? Specific steps need to take place to get the person moving in the proper…
Read MoreLeadership Skills: 5 Ways to Ignite Passion in Your Team
True leaders have the innate ability to motivate staff to achieve better results. Leading with a passion is what separates great leaders from the “wannabees.” Some people come to work every day, do their job and then go home. Their heart isn’t really in it, but they need the money, so they see their job…
Read MoreMake Your Ship Unsinkable
A recent tweet said: “An entire sea of water can’t sink a ship unless it gets inside. Similarly, the negativity of the world can’t put you down, unless you allow it inside your heart and mind.” ~ A. Nonymous This makes a lot of sense. To believe we don’t live in a world filled with negativity would…
Read MoreConflict Must Be Dealt With
The people to fear are not those who disagree with you, but those who disagree with you and are too cowardly to let you know. ~Napoleon Bonaparte While attending a meeting called by a manager I was coaching, I noticed all his staff was sitting back in their seats with their arms crossed. They were…
Read MoreHow to Make Your Sales Team More Productive, Part 1
Increasing competition in the retail market, both offline and online, makes it necessary for small business enterprises to enhance both the productivity and efficiency of their sales team. The following tips can help to make your sales team productive and enhance their performance. Set SMART goals At the beginning of the month, set up goals…
Read MoreLeadership Toolbox: The Power of Parables as a Leadership Tool
Parable: Defined as a short simple story intended to illustrate a moral or religious lesson. These stories have been passed down from generation to generation through story-telling—each story with its own significance and message. What makes these messages so important is that a key message is embedded into the story, which illustrates or demonstrates the message. Modern…
Read MoreBusiness in Action: Leadership Retreats
According to “Fast Company” magazine, there are some key ideas to consider when planning a fun leadership retreat: seek new scenery; know that it takes time to build strong teams; incorporate fun into the regular work experience. Choose an appropriate facilitator. Depending on your organization, this may mean hiring a professional. Know your goals and…
Read MoreTelltale Signs That You Might Need to Move On
You’ve got to know when to hold ’em Know when to fold ’em Know when to walk away Know when to run You never count your money When you’re sittin’ at the table There’ll be time enough for countin’ When the dealin’s done ~Lyrics from Kenny Rogers’ “The Gambler” In the song “The Gambler,” Kenny…
Read MoreBe a Coach, Not a Boss
A good manager is a man who isn’t worried about his own career but rather the careers of those who work for him. My advice: Don’t worry about yourself. Take care of those who work for you and you’ll float to greatness on their achievements. ~H.S.M. Burns Managing people in the future is going to…
Read More3 Ways to Improve Your Leadership Aptitude
Being a leader is not the same as being a manager. Let’s consider how to become a better leader—especially for those who are not lucky enough to be “born leaders”. Being a leader is a way of life, not a job position. Leaders come from all walks of life, in all shapes and sizes and…
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