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I’ve been on an incredible journey of learning and developing my leadership skills. Since I was a child, I have always been curious about human behavior and leadership. I have watched, listened, interviewed, and studied many diverse leaders. These leaders have poured into my leadership. I want to share 5 important leadership lessons I have learned in my journey to be best leader I can be.
Read MoreResolutions are decisions to do or not to do something. Resolutions can be made any time of the year, but they are usually made at the beginning of the year. It is just something about starting new with a clean slate. Have you ever made a resolution?
Over the last 24 hours, there have been billions of resolutions made for the New Year. Resolutions to save money, lose weight, get in shape, travel more, read more, to quit smoking, etc. I don’t believe there is anything wrong with making New Year’s Resolutions. However, I do believe you should have a workable process along with a sound plan with small action steps to achieve your resolution.
So whatever you do, don’t treat your resolutions like they are blanket statements. Instead use one or more of these tips to successfully navigate your New Year.
Read MoreDeveloping leadership skills and solutions can be a challenge, but effective leaders understand and welcome the challenge. Although leaders embrace these challenges, they can still be a leader’s nightmare. Check out these 4 nightmares that most every leader with have to face.
Read MoreWhat are the first things that come to mind when you hear the word energy?
After a taking a small poll from a few leaders within our online community of leaders, these leaders consistently mentioned two words when discussing leadership and energy - strength and power.
Some people may think that energy is overrated, but leaders that successfully lead understand the importance of energy with their leadership.
Energy is the capacity to exert power. In other words, energy is the ability to lead or influence others.
The idea of leadership energies has been around for a long time. Here are 5 types of energies you need to be aware of to help strengthen your leadership skills.
Read MoreA leader will face many challenges as they evolve and develop. In the process of growing as a leader, there is one common challenge every leader will face.
I have had the privilege of interviewing and coaching some phenomenal leaders with exceptional skill and great vision. However, most of these leaders have all shared how the common worst enemy of any leader is self.
Here are 5 ways to avoid getting in your own way of growing and achieving as a leader.
Read MoreThere are some who believe affirmations are unrealistic “wishful thinking.” However, affirmations are proven strategic methods of self-improvement because of their ability to rewire the brain.
Before you dive into entrepreneurship, you should start with the article Self-Assessment for Entrepreneurship. After you have assessed your heart, then you will need The Blueprint of Entrepreneurship.
Getting started is great, but you will need fuel along the way to help create momentum for your present and future success. This is where affirmations will assist you.
Read MoreReceiving a paycheck doesn’t necessarily equate to happiness. Even if it is a hefty paycheck. There are some people making millions of dollars a day and still are unhappy.
The money makes it a little more tolerable to live an unhappy life. But why live “day in” and “day out” in unhappiness?
When you are choosing a job, what determines if you will choose one job over another. All the research suggest that there are 4 key determining factors to a happy work life.
Read MoreLife is filled with opportunities to grow. However, what are you doing to take advantage of these opportunities?
One of the most important components to success is growth. And no growth can occur without a person stretching.
So let’s look at a two key ways to stretch in order to grow and develop yourself.
Read MoreHow do you really know how well you have accomplished a goal if you do not that time to reflect on your goal from end-to-end? It isn’t good enough just to finish a task. You must take time to assess your what, why, how, and results of your goal and next steps.
Read MoreIt’s easy to look to the past and future, but what about the here and now. Many people are in search for growth and development, but they miss out on enjoying the present. Are you guilty of this?
Read MoreHow serious are you about personal and professional development?
Yesterday was the first day of spring. Spring is a great season because it brings ideas of rebirth, rejuvenation, renewal, and regrowth. Spring happens once a year when it comes to it being one of the four conventional temperate seasons, but we should be springing into our season of success daily by personally and professionally developing ourselves.
Read MoreWe all have had our fair share of bosses. Some good. Some bad. Some have lasted longer than others.
Leadership is so important in every aspect of your life. Leaders that manage people must recognize the effort and good work ethic of those they are leading. These same leaders should encourage and cultivate an environment for a team to grow.
Read MoreHave you ever stopped and asked yourself the question - What kind of leader am I?
People and organizations are constantly seeking out ways of developing their leadership because I believe those who are serious about growth understand that success starts with leadership.
Read MoreThe wisdom of a seasoned presenter can enhance the knowledge of the entire audience. The presenter can share actual life experiences that are effective and provide insight as to how they approached and performed various tasks. Their experiential knowledge of how it worked and the results and outcome are invaluable information to the listeners.
Read MoreThere is a goal that is very common for any organization and that is retaining toptalent! We are always improving ourselves and expanding our knowledge and skills through reading, continuing education, etc. Along with that; everyone wants to make sure that their talents and skills are transferrable.
Read MoreEven when they feel they have something to lose good leaders tell the truth. Telling the truth is the mark of a leader’s character.
Read MoreDo you embrace change?
Some people have the natural ability to change like a chameleon in any given situation. These people learn and master skills to be successful in diverse conditions.
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