Germain Empowerment

Author: Kennedy Germain

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Leadership Skills / Managing Others

Leading with Love: A Modern Approach to Effective Leadership

We have been deceived into thinking love is not a word that should be used in reference to leadership because it’s too feminine or immediately thought of in the context of romance.   However,...

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Empowerment / Leadership Skills / Purpose

Leading with Purpose: Values-Driven Leadership

There is a leadership trait that should never be missed among our historical Black leaders: Values-Driven Leadership. Values-driven leadership is the approach where decisions and actions are made based on ethical and personal values....

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Change Management / Empowerment / Leadership Skills

Adaptive Leadership for Uncertain Times; Lead with Confidence

There are many things that no longer exist for leaders, and one of them is “business as usual.” The world has upended the status quo. Life and business as we knew them before no...

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Change Management / Empowerment / Goal Setting / Results

Setting Goals that Drive Results

Making new resolutions or setting goals can seem simple. Just declare a desire – like many do at the new year. You may even write it down. For example, your goal could be to...

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Development / Empowerment / Faith / Leadership Skills / Motivation

Christmas Lessons for Every Leader

Christmas is a time when we are consumed with all the holiday preparations, festive decorations, and gift exchanges. It’s a time when we (mostly) pause to celebrate the most miraculous event. The birth of...

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Communication / Leadership Skills / Motivation

How to Unlock the Power of Affirmations

Imagine this. You did something amazing. Someone tells you what a great job you did. What would your logical reaction be? “No. Please don’t tell me anything nice!” Or “Thank you for your kind...

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Decision Making / Empowerment / Leadership Skills / Managing Others / Productivity

Is Your Personality Getting in the Way?

Our personalities have a significant influence on how we behave, think, and lead others. This shows up clearly in the differences between an outgoing person and an introvert. An outgoing person can command attention...

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Goal Setting / Leadership Skills / Vision

Preparing for the Future: Lead, Don’t Panic

Preparing for the future is like packing a bag for a trip without knowing where you are going, what the weather or terrain will be like at the location, or even how long the...

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Decision Making / Development / Leadership Skills

The Secret to Solid Job Experience: It’s Not About Time.

In today’s competitive work environment, actively tackling job challenges is much more valuable than simply spending time in a comfortable role without engaging fully. The accumulated depth and diversity of experiences distinguish true leaders...

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Communication / Decision Making / Empowerment / Innovation / Managing Others

Guardrails: A Tool for Empowerment

Empowerment requires both autonomy and an understanding of limits, known as guardrails. These define safe boundaries, allowing team members to pursue creative solutions while minimizing risk. While they may seem restrictive, in reality, leadership...