Most people perform better when they are heading toward a goal. But it is important to understand that the goals must motivate. If your goals leave you feeling inadequate, stressed out, or overworked, then you will lack the motivation to complete them. But where do...
People want to follow leaders who know where the hell they’re going. So what are a few tips for leaders? If the leadership team looks like a contentious disorganized mess, people throughout the organization will quickly lose confidence. When you and a small group of...
Some executives think that leadership is only about momentum and results. The best leaders, however, do more than move us forward. They also help us rise above who we are so that we can move closer to the person we can become. The best leaders lift us up. They elevate...
I can’t get enough of the human-interest stories that news programs produce. I think they are fascinating. These stories provide a glimpse into real lives, and they demonstrate the truth that every person has a story worth telling. Thanks to the Today Show, I got to...
Effective, thriving leadership begins with self-leadership. No one wants to follow a leader who can't manage themselves. Self-leadership is the foundation that qualifies you to lead others. You must assess and improve your personal habits, mindset, and behavior. Here...
There’s been a lot written about “strength-based” development approaches in recent years. Research suggests that you’re better off building on your natural strengths and talents than trying to improve your weaknesses. The usefulness of the strength-based approach...
Leadership is often defined as a set of behaviors by which one person influences others toward the achievement of goals. Put more simply, leadership is about momentum and results. While these definitions are true, they somehow fall short. What mechanism should a...
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