Over the past few weeks, we’ve looked at four different types of leaders. Specifically, the focus has been on how leaders communicate. Each leadership style uses language to a particular end. Visionaries communicate in order to share a vision and inspire the team to reach high. Captains communicate to define goals, clarify job-roles, and provide … Continue reading How Leaders Communicate, Part 5
How Leaders Communicate, Part 4
There is a leader within you. It’s not something you have to go to school for, or a degree you earn from any University. No, you were born with leadership skills. You may choose to undergo training in order to develop your leadership ability, but make no mistake – the aptitude is there. All you … Continue reading How Leaders Communicate, Part 4
How Leaders Communicate, Part 3
There is a leader within you. Some people believe that unless you have an official title, you can’t be a leader. But authority does not equal leadership. Titles have nothing to do with it. In fact, some of the greatest leaders I have ever known never supervised anyone. They simply chose to tap into their … Continue reading How Leaders Communicate, Part 3
How Leaders Communicate, Part 2
There is a leader within you. Some people believe that leadership is a rare gift; that only a few are born with the raw material necessary to lead others. I don’t. I believe there’s a leader inside each and every one of us. We just have to choose to activate the potential we already have. … Continue reading How Leaders Communicate, Part 2
How Leaders Communicate, Part 1
There is a leader within you. In fact, I believe the traits of four distinct leaders are hard-wired into your DNA. Whether you believe it or not, you were born with the capacity to lead others. Some people choose to ignore this ability, while others do what they can to develop and harness it. It’s … Continue reading How Leaders Communicate, Part 1
To Prepare for Your Next Meeting, Just Ask Questions
I’m constantly amazed at how ill-prepared people are for meetings. It doesn’t matter what the meeting is about, who’s in attendance, or what their particular role is – someone always shows up having not done their homework. In my opinion, a lack of preparation indicates a level of disrespect for the organization, the task at … Continue reading To Prepare for Your Next Meeting, Just Ask Questions
Four Conversations You Should Have With Your Boss
It goes without saying that regular communication between you and your manager is one sign of a healthy relationship. Ongoing, meaningful conversations are necessary to maintain your connection and ability to “read” each other. When you and your boss are in sync, work is smoother, more efficient, and more productive. If contact is infrequent or … Continue reading Four Conversations You Should Have With Your Boss
The Most Important Relationship of Your Career
There’s no shortage of advice for managers out there. Scores of books have been written about managing employees, leading great service, and working with outside entities. It’s easy to find articles, videos, and even live training events focused on these topics. But when it comes to working with your boss, what’s called “managing up,” there’s … Continue reading The Most Important Relationship of Your Career
When Good Leaders Do Bad Things
Addressing conflict is one of the key responsibilities of a leader. It’s not a fun job; in fact it’s often quite messy. Nevertheless, it has to be done in order for a team or organization to operate effectively. Conflict rarely resolves itself. While things may eventually seem to smooth out on the surface, there are … Continue reading When Good Leaders Do Bad Things
Question What You Know
In the course of history, a lot of very smart, successful people have made statements that, in hindsight, seem rather silly. Given their position, expertise, and experience, they felt comfortable making predictions that proved untrue. Consider these examples: "The abdomen, the chest, and the brain will forever be shut from the intrusion of the wise … Continue reading Question What You Know
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