Steve Farber
DECEMBER 29, 2022
From the minute we wake up every morning to when our head hits the pillow each night, we are constantly faced with decisions. They may be as simple as deciding what to eat or which. Read more. The post Decision Making in Leadership: Successful Strategies for Extreme Leaders first appeared on Steve Farber.
Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 29, 2022
While I typed out the title of this post, I had to correct it. I find it hard to believe we’re rolling into 2023. The last year sped by. For this month, I am focusing on the best leadership and personal development books to develop yourself. These book recommendations will help you become a better leader and, more importantly, a better person.
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Leading Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2022
I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Charles Handy on the nature of vision: “A plan or a strategy which is a projection of the present or a replica of what everyone else is doing is not a vision. A vision has to reframe the known scene, to reconceptualize the obvious, connect the previously unconnected dream.”.
Modern Servant Leader
DECEMBER 30, 2022
There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. Often, following transitions in leadership, the principles of the predecessor are abandoned. However, internal successors were found and they retained servant-leadership principles for many years.
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Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Summers passed slow when I was riding my bike with friends. Those days feel like yesterday. One season blurs into the next. Time gains momentum.
Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 25, 2022
A Reel Leadership Article My latest book, Reel Leadership, is now available on Amazon. If you love movies and leadership, you will love this book. Growing up, I watched a lot of fantasy movies. I remember tearing up during The Neverending Story, the adventures of Willow, and many other fantasy movies. The film I never remember watching is Labyrinth.
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Let's Grow Leaders
DECEMBER 26, 2022
Your Favorite Leadership Articles of the Year. Every year, we count down the best leadership articles of the year, according to your reading and sharing. Thanks so much for being a part of our human-centered leadership development community and for all you do to encourage courage! We would love to hear from you in the comments. Which leadership article resonated most with you and why?
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 26, 2022
I like soft fudge. A little softer than Play-Doh is perfect. The original maker of Play-Doh was a soap company, Kutol Products. It was used for 20 years to clean wallpaper.
Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 27, 2022
It seems that there’s a model for everything. A model home, toy models, and more. But why do we have models? It’s simple. A model is an example of something that is or could be. This could be a model of a Vought F4U-1A from World War 2. It could be the luxury home you’ve been drooling over. Or it could be a, drumroll please, model life.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 26, 2022
M EDIA reporting veterans Felix Gillette and John Koblin trace the history of HBO’s humble launch on November 8, 1972, with “some 375 subscribers,” to the challenges it faces today in an industry they essentially created in It’s Not TV: The Spectacular Rise, Revolution, and Future of HBO. It is both a cultural history and an engaging organizational story full of drama, industry politics, and changing social mores.
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Lead from Within
DECEMBER 27, 2022
The world of work is changing rapidly, and leaders need to be aware of the latest trends in order to stay competitive and effective. This is especially true in today’s fast-paced, constantly-changing business environment, where new developments and innovations can quickly disrupt traditional ways of doing things. By staying on top of new trends, leaders can identify opportunities for growth and development.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 27, 2022
The most popular Leadership Freak post of 2022 addressed the challenge of dangling rabbits. When you chase every rabbit that crosses the path, you struggle to finish stuff.
Leading in Context
DECEMBER 28, 2022
By Linda Fisher Thornton The focus of this week’s post is on Ways to Inspire Leaders to Lead With Positive Ethical Values. Here are 3 ways to inspire leaders to reach for positive values – that also help you “do good” in your organization, community and world. .
Frank Sonnenberg Online
DECEMBER 27, 2022
[pinit count=”horizontal”]. Do you accept responsibility for your actions, learn from the experience, and move on? Or do you go into denial, sweep the problem under the rug, and find someone else to blame? The truth is that you bear sole responsibility for your circumstances. You can’t take control of your life until you’re accountable for your behavior and the choices that you make.
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Modern Servant Leader
DECEMBER 30, 2022
There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. Often, following transitions in leadership, the principles of the predecessor are abandoned. However, internal successors were found and they retained servant-leadership principles for many years.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Nothing but nuggets from the top posts of 2022: 3 Powerful steps toward confidence “Nothing can be done without hope and confidence.” Helen Keller #1. Act with imperfect certainty.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
DECEMBER 28, 2022
The key to weaning squeaky wheels is to boost their confidence and make them more independent. Your high-cost producers are in the upper-left corner of the leadership matrix. They deliver great results, but they consume a lot of your time and energy. The squeaky wheel is the epitome of a high-cost producer. They need to be weaned off of taking up all of your time.
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Security is crucial for commercial business premises. Even if the business is located in a low-crime area, it is important to secure the premises out of hours, and if you operate in a sensitive field, 24/7 security might be needed. There are lots of options to consider, depending on how much security you need. Read on for a guide to the main things to look at.
Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership
Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.
Modern Servant Leader
DECEMBER 24, 2022
‘Twas the night before Christmas, when all of the staff. Sat on Zoom hoping a leader would come, on their behalf. Tired of the power model still in the air, They hoped a servant-leader, soon would be there. There had been no focus on long-term success, And Short-term drivers too long caused distress. While some struggled for a solution, others had fled, We needed a change before going in the red.
Eric Jacobson
DECEMBER 26, 2022
“Helping others is a good thing, but even the most well-intentioned attempts can be undermined by a simple truth: We almost always focus on “fixing” people – correcting problems or filling the gaps between where they are and where we think they should be. Unfortunately, this doesn’t inspire sustained learning or positive change. Even when people do respond, they often do so out of obligation rather than motivation,” explain the authors of the book, Helping People Change: Coaching With Compassion
CEO Insider
DECEMBER 24, 2022
With tremendous growth comes an abundance of opportunity, and the nonprofit industry in the U.S. has shown exactly that. Overall, nonprofit giving had a growth rate of 4 percent over 2021, with environmental and human rights-related causes growing the most. Opportunities to do more, help more, and be more are at a peak, and nonprofit […]. The post Tips for Leading Nonprofit Teams appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 27, 2022
The coming year is going to be a lot more exciting. It is going to be a time for new opportunities and a few new digital trends too. Your retail store is not going to be the same again. This blog talks about a few things you never knew about retail software tools and platforms. It gives you a snake peek into what it can accomplish for your brand: 1.
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The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.
HR Digest
DECEMBER 28, 2022
“Wishing Your Professional Contacts a Happy New Year” is a comprehensive guide to conveying your well wishes to your colleagues, clients, and business partners. Discover tips for crafting the perfect new year message, common mistakes to avoid, and ideas for conveying your wishes in a professional manner. Strengthen your professional relationships and set a positive tone for the year ahead with these helpful suggestions.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
DECEMBER 29, 2022
Our reader poll today asks: When you or someone on your team gets sick, how do you approach the situation? Stay home, stop working and only focus on getting well 31.81%. Stay home but stay in touch on major deliverables 29.69%. Stay home and keep current on as much work as you can 30.03%. Power through and go to work for important tasks 3.88%. Power through, take medicine and get back to work 4.59%.
Persuasive Powerhouse
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Preparation for your nonprofit job search can mean the difference between getting a good job and a great one. Good preparation entails the following (1) PLANNING Know What You Want and What's Out There Describe your ideal organization (geography, mission, culture, size) Define your ideal position (function, department, responsibilities, compensation) Familiarize yourself with the field looking at online resources (Idealist, Guidestar, Foundation Center), publications (Stanford Social Innovation.
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 27, 2022
The e-commerce domain is full of opportunities, making it one of the most popular industries for new entrepreneurs. The entry is frictionless as you only need an online store to open your shop and display your products. A robust digital marketing strategy is enough to make your website visible at the top of search rankings and attract social media followers.
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HR Digest
DECEMBER 27, 2022
Turn off the laptop, ditch the suit and tune into nature at a ski resort, beach or lake. The HR Digest has curated a guide that’ll offer tips for planning a corporate retreat and destination ideas. Let the fabulous views of North America work their magic at your next unforgettable company retreat. As the HR leader of your company, you have a responsibility to not only guide your employees towards success, but also to invest in their personal and professional growth.
Women on Business
DECEMBER 29, 2022
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Persuasive Powerhouse
DECEMBER 30, 2022
Some of the most valuable staff roles are filled by a nonprofit's constituents, such as former volunteers, corps members, fellows, alumni and clients. Constituents are often viewed as desirable hires as they demonstrate a commitment to an organization's mission, as well as fit with the organization's culture. Making the Transition Nonprofit hiring managers recommend two pieces of advice to constituents who are seeking to transition into a staff role connect the dots and communicate your value.
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 28, 2022
Undoubtedly, digital marketing techniques are ruling the technological space. Moreover, some of us believe that traditional marketing has lost its charm. But that’s nothing more than a myth. The biggest evidence of it is the latest metrics. As per the recent trends, the marketers clarified that the spending on traditional marketing techniques would increase by 3%.
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