Let's Grow Leaders
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Wow-what a year this has been. For many leaders, adversity doesn’t begin to describe the challenges you’ve faced. And – we’ve been so inspired by the ways you have responded and risen to the occasion to overcome adversity. If 2020 has left […]. The post 5 Steps to Overcome Adversity and Thrive in the New Year appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Leading Blog
JANUARY 1, 2021
Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January 2021. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases not listed here. Human Hacking : Win Friends, Influence People, and Leave Them Better Off for Having Met You by Christopher Hadnagy and Seth Schulman. A global security expert draws on psychological insights to help you master the art of social engineering—human hacking.
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RapidStart Leadership
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Leading sheep is not too far different from leading people, as this would-be shepherd learned the hard way; here are 9 secrets to doing it well. The post 9 Secrets to Leading Sheep – No Matter How Many Legs They Have appeared first on RapidStart Leadership.
Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 27, 2020
A Reel Leadership Article. In the 1990s, martial arts movies were all the rage. With stars such as Steven Seagal, Jet Li, Jackie Chan, Brandon Lee, and Jean-Claude Van Damme, the theaters were full of martial arts action. Today’s Reel Leadership article brings us back to the beginning of the 90s. Jean-Claude Van Damme starred in the movie Lionheart. […].
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Lead Change Blog
DECEMBER 29, 2020
With 2021 just around the corner, it’s time to consider upgrading your LOS—Leadership Operating System. Your LOS is a collection of the leadership traits, styles, techniques, and strategies you use to lead and manage people, and it’s imperative to make sure your LOS is up to date if you want to maximize your effectiveness. Failing to upgrade your LOS may result in your leadership not only becoming outdated and sluggish, but you also run a higher risk of suffering a fatal system crash.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2020
M ARC EFFRON believes anyone can be a high performer. That is a person “who consistently delivers better results and behaviors, on an absolute and relative basis, than 75 percent of their peers.” In 8 Steps to High Performance , he identifies eight proven performance drivers that we have the ability to implement. Effron theorizes that each of us has factors that are the fixed 50 percent that affect our performance.
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Joseph Lalonde
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Whoa… It’s hard to believe it but we’re on the verge of a brand new year. 2021 is just around the corner. I, for one, am hoping 2021 is different from 2020. There were so many things that challenged us and stretched us, it wore many people out. Including me. With January 2021 beginning in […].
Leading in Context
DECEMBER 30, 2020
By Linda Fisher Thornton Each year I raise questions that help leaders stay current as ethical expectations change. Here are three new questions to ponder as we head into a New Year. They are important questions about our ethical intentions, action and impact that will help guide our choices in the coming year.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 31, 2020
Here are a selection of tweets from December 2020 that you don't want to miss: A Decade of Ideas for New Year Success by @Mark_Sanborn. What Makes a Great Leader? by @ScottEblin. Examining Harvard Business Review Press’ New Drucker Library by @brucerosenstein. Live by Example and Inspire Others to Do the Same by @FrankSonnenberg. Start the Year Right: Grow Your Emotional Intelligence by @SteveGutzler.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 27, 2020
Before the coronavirus, we were facing an epidemic of loneliness and isolation. And we all know what happened after that. During this time, former U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy released Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World. The timing could not have been more fortuitous. You or someone you […]. The post Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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Joseph Lalonde
JANUARY 1, 2021
I had the pleasure of talking to fellow coach Kevin Watson earlier this year. We shared a delightful conversation about life and business. It truly was refreshing. Through all we discussed, one point stuck out more than anything else. We talked about perfection. Something he said really caught my attention. He had heard another speaker […].
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 31, 2020
#1. HOW TO STOP ASKING, “HOW ARE YOU?” AND CREATE REAL CONVERSATION Better questions: What challenges are you facing? Opportunities? What’s working for you? What’s new in your life?
Lead Change Blog
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Given the challenging times that we have all been through this year now more than ever, people need to be able to get out into nature and learn to reconnect with themselves. There is just something about being outside in nature that activates the soul and helps us feel more grounded and present. Maybe it is because we often pause and marvel at the great beauty that exists around us, and in that moment we slow down and become really present and grounded.
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Good things happen when we are thankful. We feel better. We are less stressed. We are healthier. These are just a few benefits but it’s obvious that being thankful for anything or to anyone in our lives is a good thing. In this video, I am specifically suggesting you thank your teammates for four very […]. The post Thank Your Teammates – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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Lead from Within
DECEMBER 29, 2020
One of my favorite books of all time is Man’s Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl. It’s a book I turn to and reread every year on my birthday, and I learn something new every time. I find that it’s especially helpful in times of struggle, difficulty and uncertainty—which makes it perfect for the world today. Here are some of Frankl’s words that can help us all find the confidence to move forward: “When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 30, 2020
6 things I learned (or relearned) in 2020 #1. Contribute: Tom Rath answered my long-nagging concerns about self-indulgent-passion-following by focusing on contributing.
Great Leadership By Dan
DECEMBER 31, 2020
Guest post from Thomas Steding : Slowly, almost inexorably, culture has big become almost top of mind as a key factor in effective leadership. From the Harvard Business Review “Strategy and culture are among the primary levers at top leaders’ disposal in their never-ending quest to maintain organizational viability and effectiveness.” In the high tech industry, the emergence of culture as a critical factor has been greeted with a sense of relief, a respite from the reductionistic venture investo
Kevin Eikenberry
DECEMBER 28, 2020
No one predicted what happened this year. Our vocabulary expanded, our world view was altered, and for many, the way we work and where we work changed. While some would like to forget 2020 and just move on, wise leaders know there are rich lessons to be found in challenging and painful experiences. I’ve done […]. The post Leadership Lessons from an Unprecedented Year appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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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.
Mike Cardus
DECEMBER 29, 2020
What is it you’re looking for to help you move forward or make progress? When you describe what you are looking for, you can use the feelings and expressions of resistance and cooperation to highlight or spotlight progress steps to control and see patterns. There’s going to be time to stop, reflect, and look at the chaos and complexity of this year’s challenges and experiences.
Leadership Freak
JANUARY 1, 2021
You respect yourself less when you break commitments you make to yourself. New Year’s resolutions seduce us into decisions that undermine self-respect. Don’t like doesn’t work: You don’t like your weight.
David A Fields
DECEMBER 29, 2020
You may be familiar with the habit-creating technique called “Don’t Break the Chain.” Most people use it to establish a new, personal habit. You could also deploy the approach on behalf of your consulting firm. The most common, simple and concrete implementation of Don’t Break the Chain utilizes a wall calendar. First, you decide on … Continued.
QAspire
DECEMBER 30, 2020
“Unprecedented” is a term most used to describe year 2020. It was a year that brought a major shift in our perspectives about things we often take for granted including our health, wellness, family, relationships and work. Millions of people worldwide lost their lives, many were thrown into a whirlwind of situations resulting from getting infected, losing loved ones, losing jobs, losing touch with others and having general anxiety about the future.
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Frank Sonnenberg Online
DECEMBER 29, 2020
When was the last time you paused to reflect on your life? You’re too busy for that, right? Wouldn’t you like to know if you should continue full speed ahead or if you’re veering off course? Here are 35 questions to inspire soul searching. They will help you identify your values, discover your driving forces, challenge your behavior, and determine whether you should recalibrate your direction.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Problems call for response. Stress narrows your focus and makes you stupid. Disappointment invites introspection, blame, or both. Threats call you to fight, fly, or freeze.
The Horizons Tracker
DECEMBER 30, 2020
With the Age Discrimination in Employment Act coming into force back in 1967, the notion of age discrimination has a long history. Unfortunately, it’s an issue that we still grapple with today, and whereas it’s easy to assume it’s only a problem for those in and around retirement age, a survey from Senior Living suggests it can kick in as early as our 40s.
QAspire
DECEMBER 30, 2020
Dear Tanmay, May your aspirations for 2012 come true. Your posts and wrap up for 20202 are treasured as being an oasis of practical help and acute observation of the human condition. Indebted to you. Namaste. Derek.
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Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 31, 2020
Television commercials are a great way to attract more customers to s business and sell more products. However, the ad must have effective elements to achieve the company’s goals. A complete review of the 10 elements of an effective commercial helps companies make sound choices. 1. Keep the Information Brief. In all television ads, the advertiser has a small window of time to share their information with viewers, and they must choose verbiage that is effective yet brief.
Leadership Freak
DECEMBER 28, 2020
The future is inhabited by phantoms. Hoping for clarity, stability, or security amplifies anxiety. Nostalgia pulls you toward a glamorized past.
The Horizons Tracker
DECEMBER 29, 2020
Earlier in the year, I wrote about new research from Stanford that explored how narcissistic leaders can destroy their organization during COVID. The research reminds us that narcissistic leaders can be hugely enticing. Their confidence and ability to self-promote can make them hugely attractive, especially to organizations in the midst of turmoil.
The Practical Leader
DECEMBER 30, 2020
I kicked off 2020 with my sixth annual post on how our world keeps getting dramatically and relentlessly better and better and better. As in the five years before that, Lose those News Blues and Leave the Dark Side: The World’s Never Been Better , listed over 30 major improvements and 24 sources for further reading. I introduced that January newsletter with Don’t Start the New Year Losing Touch With Reality.
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