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Monthly Archives: May 2013
How to Maximize Millennial Potential
Millennials need room to grow and thrive, so give them the relevant and personalized training they need. Apple, Facebook, and Google recently were named the top three global innovators (Fast Company), and also report excellent financial performance. What do these … Continue reading
Back to the Basics
What’s missing in the repertoires of 9 out of 10 leaders is consistent practice of the old-fashioned basics of management. “Leadership development” may sound better, but our research shows that what’s missing in the repertoires of 9 out of 10 … Continue reading
Talent Tips: Positive Leadership: Being and Doing
Photo: http://girlsgameon.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/04/WatchMeLead.jpg Learning the strategies for getting extraordinary performance starts from the inside out. As a child I loved going to the library and discovering new books that challenged my thinking. One book that stood out for me was “The … Continue reading
What Is Authentic Leadership?
What is authentic leadership? It continues to surprise me how many leaders attempt to be one way at work, while their “true” personality emerges outside of work. Once a CEO reminded me, “Leadership is acting.” And it surprises me when these … Continue reading
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A CEO’s tips for new grads … and everybody else
Deloitte chief executive Joe Echevarria overcame plenty of obstacles early in his career. He says you can, too. Here’s how. Joe Echevarria, CEO of Deloitte FORTUNE — No doubt about it, the current job market is no walk on the … Continue reading
How to Listen When Someone Is Venting
Disclaimer: It’s probably not a good idea to read this before you eat. I still remember how it felt when, as a medical student, I drained my first abscess in a patient. We called the procedure “I & D” which … Continue reading
Why Employee Development Is Important, Neglected and Can Cost You Talent
It’s hard to think of an important aspect of management more neglected than development planning: helping your employees shape the future direction of their careers. Yet for a variety of reasons, this valuable activity is often ignored… or handled as … Continue reading
The traps of poor management
The news is constantly swamped with stories of businesses failing due to poor leadership. So what are the traps that bad bosses fall into that first-line managers should avoid, and what impact could poor management have on the business? First-line … Continue reading
Posted in Dealing with People, Leadership, Management
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5 Different Types of Leadership Styles
Different types of leadership styles exist in work environments. Advantages and disadvantages exist within each leadership style. The culture and goals of an organization determine which leadership style fits the firm best. Some companies offer several leadership styles within the … Continue reading
Posted in Career Success, Coaching, Leadership, Learning, Management, Organization, Uncategorized
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