Month / September 2018
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The One Thing that Changes Everything: Gratitude Attitude
If you could change one thing that would motivate people at work, create closer friendships and partner relationships, bring cooperation, and increase motivation, would you consider it? And if you knew that this one thing takes less than a minute yet can save you countless time and frustration later, would you do it? Of course…
September 25, 2018 -
The Leader’s Edge: Listening
It is said we have two ears and one mouth for a reason. Listening is definitely a skill and not one we are usually taught in school. And, often we have few examples of people who have genuinely listened to us. Let’s look at a few seemingly simple principles guaranteed to help you have more…
September 17, 2018 -
The Leader’s Edge: Respect and Caring
There are three critical requirements for creating a culture of trust in the workplace: Authenticity, respect and caring and deep listening. Leaders must focus on their own authenticity and provide safety and support for their employees to do the same. (See The Leader’s Edge: Finding Authenticity for more on creating authenticity.) They must show respect…
September 10, 2018 -
The Leader’s Edge: Finding Authenticity
Harvard Business School professor, Francis Frei, has said that the most important element in creating trust in your organization is authenticity. Creating a culture of trust is not so much about what you do as who you are, how you show up, how you communicate: being authentically you! And, as a leader, helping your people…
September 4, 2018