Ron Edmondson
JANUARY 18, 2023
What is the biggest battle in leadership? I’m convinced the biggest battle is the emotions of those we lead. The biggest battle in leadership is a battle against emotions. The hardest part of leadership is not making the difficult decision of what to do with a team member that is no longer a fit, for example. That’s usually an easy decision. Most leaders can make that one in their sleep.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 16, 2023
Effective leaders hold meetings that get results and people want to attend. Horrible meetings are a cliché of the business world and with good reason. Too many meetings are a waste of time and don’t accomplish anything. Minutes creep along while the meeting leader fritters away everyone’s time, people have meaningless conversations that don’t solve problems, and everyone is frustrated that they could be doing something more productive with their time.
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Joseph Lalonde
JANUARY 15, 2023
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. I didn’t know what to expect going into A Man Called Otto. I knew it would be an emotional ride, but this… I didn’t know I’d have these feelings leaving the theater. A Man Called Otto was originally a book called A Man Called Ove by Frederik Backman.
Leading Blog
JANUARY 20, 2023
W HEN WE THINK of success and influence, there’s more to it than just IQ and EQ. What pulls it all together and contributes to our ability to show up and achieve our goals is the sum total of our experiences and what we take away from them. What we’re talking about is our Experiential Intelligence or our XQ. In Experiential Intelligence , author Soren Kaplan describes XQ as “the combination of mindsets, abilities, and know-how gained from your unique life experience that empowers you to achieve
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Leading in Context
JANUARY 18, 2023
By Linda Fisher Thornton In my 600th post, I wrote about my top 10 Leadership Lessons Learned. In this 700th post, I want to take a moment to dream and imagine what life could be like if all leaders took the time to learn ethical thinking, decision making and leadership, and applied them every day.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 20, 2023
Obsessed for good surfaced naturally as a truth for how this organization operates and it has remained their mantra since. In this episode, David talks with Amy Pyles, President of Saxum, about what obsessed for good means for their company and the five pillars they use to guide clients as well as themselves. Obsessed for Good 01:17 What is the deeper meaning of the motto, obsessed for Good?
Leadership and Management brings together the best content for leadership and management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Leading Blog
JANUARY 19, 2023
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. Susan Scott on being with someone prepared to be nowhere else: “It’s amazing how this seemingly small thing—simply paying fierce attention to another, really asking, really listening, even during a brief conversation—can evoke such a wholehearted response.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 16, 2023
Prescriptions are dangerous solutions. It’s scary to read their side-effects. Two people out of a million grew hangnails while on this medication. Wouldn’t you hate to die of hangnails?
Lead from Within
JANUARY 20, 2023
All leaders make mistakes. But, when leaders make mistakes it can have a negative impact on their team and the organization. Mistakes can cause confusion, frustration, and resentment among employees, and they can lead to decreased morale, productivity, and success. Listed below are common mistakes, I see my clients make as leaders, if you can avoid them please do: Leaders don’t communicating effectively.
Joseph Lalonde
JANUARY 19, 2023
In today’s fast-paced business world, it’s easy to get bogged down in the day-to-day and lose sight of the big picture. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of 50 inspiring leadership quotes to help you stay motivated and focused on what’s important. No matter what industry you’re in or what position you hold, these quotes will remind you of the power of good leadership and its impact on both individuals and organizations.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Leading Blog
JANUARY 16, 2023
C HALLENGER BRANDS know what it means to fight their way to success. As true underdogs, it’s the only option they have. Challenger brands can’t spend their way to success with big ad campaigns like the category leaders. Instead, they start with a strong business strategy and an acute understanding of who they are as a brand. Then, they identify opportunities to leverage that identity for disruption.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 19, 2023
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Lead from Within
JANUARY 19, 2023
Stress and leadership are closely intertwined, as leaders often face high levels of stress and pressure in their roles. This stress can have negative impacts on leaders, such as impairing their decision-making and communication skills and reducing their performance and productivity. As an executive leadership coach, I use the following successful coping strategies with my clients to help them overcome their stress: Prioritize self-care.
Rich Gee Group
JANUARY 18, 2023
Being dependable and following through on your commitments is essential to building trust and credibility in your personal and professional life. Here are some tips for doing what you say you're going to do: Set clear and realistic goals: Before committing, make sure that you understand what is expected of you and that the goals you set for yourself are straightforward and practical.
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Joseph Lalonde
JANUARY 17, 2023
We’re hearing more and more about leaders having moral failings. None of this is new. Leaders have struggled, like the rest of people, with doing the right thing. However, leaders are often held to a higher standard. The Bible even talks about the price a person will pay to be a teacher. They’re more closely watched. They’re judged.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 20, 2023
Success gives the illusion of competence, but you don’t understand what you haven’t done. New leaders don’t understand leading like new parents don’t understand teenagers.
Lead from Within
JANUARY 18, 2023
Being a good leader is important, but being a great leader is even more so. Here are some ways that leaders can make the transition from being a good leader to a great leader: Develop a clear vision and strategy. When good leaders become great leaders, it’s because they take their time developing a clear vision and strategy for their organization.
Rich Gee Group
JANUARY 16, 2023
Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of others. It is essential for leaders because it helps them connect with and understand their team members’ perspectives. Empathetic leaders are better able to build trust and strong relationships with their team, which can lead to increased motivation, productivity, and job satisfaction. Here are a few ways that leaders can practice empathy: Listen actively: Listen to your team members with an open mind and without interruption.
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.
The Horizons Tracker
JANUARY 15, 2023
It has long been suspected that the presence of more women in boardrooms improves the performance of organizations. Research from the University of Texas at Austin believes that it has proved this fact. The researchers examined nearly 400 Fortune 500 firms over a six year period to understand the role female executives play. They found that firms with female bosses are more likely to focus on customer relationships than firms led by men.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 18, 2023
Life changes after you change the way you think. Questions explode assumptions. You resist statements. But curiosity penetrates defiance. Stupid questions: Stupid questions invite dimwit answers. “Why did you hit your sister?
Lead from Within
JANUARY 17, 2023
Kindness is a crucial trait for leaders, as it enables them to build strong, collaborative, and productive teams with inclusive work environments. Here are four very important reasons why a leader must always be kind: Kindness builds trust and respect. When leaders are kind, they show that they care about others and demonstrate empathy and understanding.
Rich Gee Group
JANUARY 16, 2023
Conflict at work can take many forms - from personality clashes to disagreements about accomplishing a task. However, it is essential to remember that conflict is a normal part of any workplace and can even lead to positive changes and improved relationships. Here are some tips for handling conflict at work: Remain calm and composed: It can be easy to get caught up in the heat of the moment, but it’s essential to remain calm and composed when dealing with conflict.
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HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?
HR Digest
JANUARY 14, 2023
It’s no news that the business world will experience changes in management in 2023. And HR is going to have to keep up. The new year is here, so it’s time for HR professionals to start thinking about how they’ll be ready for the future. HR leaders are always looking for ways to improve their employees’ lives and the company’s bottom line.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 17, 2023
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Lead from Within
JANUARY 16, 2023
The respect of employees is crucial for leaders, as it enables them to build strong, collaborative, and productive teams. Here are seven ways that leaders can earn the respect of their employees: Communicate clearly and effectively. Leaders can earn the respect of their employees by communicating clearly and effectively. To do so, they can convey their ideas, goals, and expectations in a clear and concise manner.
The Horizons Tracker
JANUARY 16, 2023
We might reasonably assume that education is the single biggest route out of poverty and to upward social mobility. Research from the University of York highlights how while that is broadly the case, it still has limitations. It shows that professionals, such as doctors and lawyers, from working-class families are less likely to live in affluent areas than their peers from better-off families.
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Strategy Driven
JANUARY 16, 2023
In today’s world, automotive businesses are facing many challenges. From increasing competition to changing consumer preferences, the automotive industry is rapidly evolving, and staying ahead of the curve is essential for success. Improving automotive business operations is key to staying competitive in this ever-changing market. By understanding industry trends and leveraging technology, automotive businesses can improve their efficiency and profitability while also gaining an edge over
The Practical Leader
JANUARY 18, 2023
Numerous studies show that a major reason many people quit their jobs is that they feel unappreciated. Brains follow hearts to where they’re valued. As I wrote in Do You Focus on the Field of Wheat or Stone on the Hill? , too often managers point out what’s wrong while failing to recognize what’s right. Some managers realize the need for positive reinforcement and try to provide some sort of recognition.
HR Digest
JANUARY 19, 2023
What you realize is that it isn’t always the big, new, shiny initiatives that make the biggest difference. People want to be treated with respect, they want to feel included as part of the team, and they want to have opportunities to learn and succeed. The HR Digest: “At McDonald’s, we believe that serving up a best-in-class customer experience starts first with ensuring an exceptional employee experience.
The Horizons Tracker
JANUARY 15, 2023
While crowdfunding doesn’t attract quite the attention that it used to, it remains an important way for entrepreneurs to raise money. Indeed, the various crowdfunding platforms generated around $65 billion in revenue in 2020. Research from the University of Kansas explores the best way for entrepreneurs to succeed in their fundraising ambitions.
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