Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 1, 2012

Managing your first direct reports is one of the most challenging transitions a leader will ever have to navigate. There are lots of things an aspiring leader can do to get ready to be a manager, including on the job experiences, reading, taking courses, and learning from others. SL is a must-have leadership framework for any manager.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 26, 2025

This book will expertly guide you to move from being an active listener to becoming a radical listener. Radical listening is a profound practice that moves beyond simply hearing words to actively co-creating meaning. Most of us recognize the value of great listening. Third , radical listening is not passive.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 20, 2024

Effective management is an art that requires not just knowledge and experience, but also the ability to adapt and apply best practices in various situations. A staggering 82% of managers are said to be lacking in the necessary leadership skills, according to a study by Gallup. Delegate Strategically: Empower your team.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 9, 2018

One of the most important skills for any manager is listening. Listening demonstrates respect, concern, an openness to new ideas, empathy, compassion, curiosity, trust, loyalty, and receptivity to feedback – all considered to be qualities of an effective leader. Listening isn’t rocket science.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Learning how to handle, manage, deal with, and/or resolve conflict is a critical skill for any leader. A lot of leaders make the mistake of using the same conflict management strategy for all kinds of conflict. Conflict is inevitable, both in the workplace and in our personal lives.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

One key strategy to achieve this is through active communication and active listening. Active communication involves expressing ideas and thoughts clearly and actively engaging with the coach to understand their perspectives better. When leaders actively listen, they respect and value the coach’s expertise.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 24, 2018

Combatting the impact of individuals’ cynicism, especially when exacerbated by an apparent lack of buy-in from middle management. A lack of ‘Why’ and ‘Can Do’ modeling, especially by leaders and managers. Uncertainty and confusion on the part of managers tasked with handling “sensitive material.”

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Lead from Within

MARCH 14, 2024

Becoming a new manager is a significant step in your career journey. To succeed as a new manager and lead your team to excellence, you’ll need to hone specific leadership skills. In this blog, we’ll explore seven essential leadership skills that every new manager should know and cultivate.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

According to a recent study, 70 percent of managers struggle to transition into effective leadership roles, often failing to inspire and guide their teams to success. In my experience as a leadership executive coach, the transition from managing to leading is not easy, which is why many managers struggle to make the shift.

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Lead from Within

MAY 23, 2024

One common aspiration that many professionals have is to step into a management role. Successful managers prioritize people over power, recognizing that leadership is about empowering others to succeed, not exerting dominance. Difficulty in Delegating Delegation is a fundamental skill for any manager.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 8, 2024

It’s more than managing budgets or metrics; the key lies in understanding and managing the people side of change. Leaders should actively listen, addressing concerns, and motivate teams to adopt the change. Embrace a team effort with diverse leaders: Change management thrives on collaboration.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 5, 2021

However, we all know that no manager is perfect, and sometimes this communication breaks down. If you’re unsure of the strategic priorities, ask your manager with an approach like this. And, the sad truth is that many managers think they ARE asking because they have an open door. Which is great, but not enough.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 24, 2024

Management is as much about what you shouldn’t do as what you should. A Gallup poll revealed that one in two employees had left a job to get away from a manager and improve their overall life at some point in their career. Actively listen and respond to your team’s input to show that their opinions matter.

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Rich Gee Group

AUGUST 8, 2023

Picture this: Jennifer, a project manager in a mid-sized tech company, was once struggling to meet her quarterly targets. By the end of the year, Jennifer not only met her targets but surpassed them, earning the admiration of the upper management. As you consistently outperform your previous self, upper management will take note.

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Take Action: Practice active listening. It's about understanding your emotions and those of others to manage interactions successfully. This includes verbal communication and non-verbal cues like body language and attire. Work on clarity, brevity, and the compelling ability to articulate your vision.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

And managers spend twenty-six percent of their time addressing and resolving conflicts on their teamthe equivalent of chewing up one full workday each week. "If One of my favorite parts of the book is the section on active listening. Use your active listening to decipher where a person is coming from and why.

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Leading Blog

MAY 3, 2021

Decoding : occurs when the receiver actively listens to a message to ensure accurate transmission and interpretation. Her focus is consulting in strategic planning, organizational development, talent management, and leadership, including change management and culture evolution. Channel : how you deliver your message (i.e.,

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Managing just to the numbers only gets you so far. My way of describing the inclusive reality Kouzes and Posner defined was leading with your heart and managing with your head. They listen. Inclusive leaders keep both logic and emotion in their management toolkits. They’re delivered by people. Isn’t that a sad story?

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 5, 2010

Use active listening, open-ended questions, body language, and eliminate distractions that get in the way of my ability to listen. Remote management. Improve my ability to manage my remote direct reports and organization. Talent management. Time management. Change leadership. Collaboration.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Actively Listen Without Judgment Many leaders ask for feedback but fail to truly listen. Practice active listening—set aside distractions and stay open-minded. When employees know they won’t face retribution, they feel safe to share their genuine thoughts.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 16, 2013

First of all this is what managers do, not leaders. And great way to observe is by MBWA, Management by Walking Around. The goal of listening is to gain understanding, which means that the listener needs to not just hear noise and words coming out of a person’s mouth but understand exactly what the person is trying to communicate.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Encourage leaders to practice active listening and demonstrate that every voice matters. Create channels where employees feel comfortable sharing their ideas, feedback, and concerns. Regularly update your team on company goals, changes, and achievements.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 11, 2019

Leaders are often tasked with many projects that overload their schedules, which can prevent them from effectively leading and managing their team the way they should. Neglecting an employee by providing minimal feedback and support is an issue that lies within the management position, not the employee.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

One key aspect of effective communication is active listening. Active listening involves hearing what others are saying and understanding their perspective, emotions, and underlying motivations. By actively listening to their team members, leaders can create an environment where everyone feels heard and valued.

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Lead from Within

MAY 6, 2024

Failing to Listen Actively: Listening is an integral part of effective communication, yet many leaders struggle with active listening. Research by the International Journal of Listening highlights that active listening enhances rapport, comprehension, and problem-solving.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Jon explains: “ Of all the skills leaders need to be successful, active listening may be the most overlooked and underrated. Active listening has become even more vital during the global pandemic, as many organizations work in a remote environment. These are all phrases we’ve heard from managers (and executives) recently.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 3, 2024

We’ll explore various types of listening that are essential for better communication. Types of Listening You Need to Know: Active Listening: Active listening involves fully focusing on the speaker, not just hearing their words but also understanding their emotions and intentions.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 1, 2024

Effective academic leaders have distinct skills that enable them to efficiently manage and guide their teams, tackle complicated challenges, and promote innovation in the academic sector. Academic leaders must clearly articulate their vision, motivate and inspire others, and manage conflicts with diplomacy.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2023

This executive role focuses on developing and implementing human resources strategies to manage the workforce and create a positive organizational culture. In today’s dynamic business environment, the CPO plays a pivotal role in talent management, recruitment, and retention.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

One aspect of developing effective communication skills with your coach is understanding the importance of active listening. Most leaders tend to focus on speaking and getting their ideas across, often neglecting the power of truly listening to others.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 28, 2024

Leadership transitions are often challenging for both new managers and their teams. In this article, we will analyze the root causes of these challenges and propose a four-point plan to help new managers overcome these obstacles and become effective, inspiring leaders. The four points: 1.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

Think about it…when was the last time you viewed a negative soundbite of a CEO who was engaged in active listening? The next step in the process is learning where to apply your new found listening skills. Listen to your customers, competitors, your peers, your subordinates, and to those that care about you.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 12, 2017

While I don’t think she intended it this way, her factual style of asking and telling was a good life lesson for dealing with bosses who managed by command-and-control and wanted answers straight up. Asking questions that really matter + actively listening to the answer + critically reviewing what’s been shared = a good life practice.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 8, 2017

Below is a list of security initiatives that a security leader would either manage or have parallel impact upon within a business: Data security. Vendor management. Identity & Access Management (IAM). Vulnerability Management (VM). Managing enterprise risk tolerance. Audit management & support.

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Lead from Within

JANUARY 16, 2024

Embrace the different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of your team members, and actively seek their input. Active Listening to Understand: Active listening is a crucial skill for leaders to develop. By valuing diversity, you promote a culture of respect and understanding.

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 4, 2022

A good manager is a great asset to both an organization and its employees. Not only are they able to manage their team well, but they also possess some strong leadership skills that can have a positive effect on those around them. How to Know If Your Manager is Good. Good managers are important to every organization.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 2, 2023

Here are six effective ways leaders can emotionally connect with their team: Show genuine interest: The most effective leaders show genuine interest in their team members by actively listening and engaging with them. This helps to create a strong sense of emotional connection.

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