Tagged: Leadership Skills
We have entered a period where our attention and time are constantly demanded by our digital companions: smartphones, tablets, and laptops. In many cases, our human connections are overshadowed by these alternatives. Now more...
Everyone must navigate rules, both the written and unwritten. No one is exempt from this challenge. However, not everyone knows how to effectively handle the unwritten rules and succeed in that aspect of workplace...
The best aspect about effective relationships is that they are dependable, reliable, and mutually supportive. However, the downside is that we assume they’ll always be present. Frequently, we take them for granted, especially the...
In the contemporary landscape of organizational dynamics, understanding the difference between a leader and a boss is crucial in determining the success and culture of a workplace. Many individuals interchange the terms. However, guiding...
You walk into a crucial conversation. Your heart pounding a deep reverberating bass. “What if I can’t find the right words?” You think to yourself. “What if this doesn’t work?” As a leader, you...
We all face tragedy. No one is immune. Tragedy can take the form of death, financial loss, or health crisis to name a few. This can test a leader’s character and their effectiveness. I...
We spend much time talking about, building, and teaching technical skills. That is great. However, we spend too little time discussing and nurturing good character. A skilled leader with good character is a gift,...
A leader’s job is to provide vision and direction. However, no matter how clear the vision and direction, nothing happens without the engine: the people who make it all happen. I submit that one...
Disagreements are inevitable. They will happen as long as you are living and breathing. How leaders maintain control and navigate these disagreements is a different story. To be effective, a leader must know how...
The culture of a group is crucial, whether it’s a family, sports team, church, or business. Only leaders who actively manage the culture of their teams will achieve the positive behaviors they desire. These...