Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 23, 2012
“What’s your leadership magic?” That’s my favorite question to ask really successful front line leaders. Clearly something is working for these folks, and I am always thirsty to understand just what. If you are a leader growing leaders, it’s a great question to ask. I guarantee it will immediately bring out sparkles in eyes, [.
Penelope Trunk
AUGUST 9, 2012
A common refrain about Generation Y is that there is a dearth of leadership. It’s something I heard every day when I was a twenty-something at work, when people were saying Generation X were slackers. And, I have a feeling that while the Baby Boomers were high at Woodstock, their elders were saying there was a dearth of leadership in the younger generation.
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Eat Your Career
AUGUST 31, 2012
Let’s face it: Everyone wants to be a team player. And most people think they are. But we know that’s not true. Some people are so consumed with their own work; they forget to support their team—or they flat out don’t care. It isn’t always easy to be a part of a team. In fact, it’s sometimes a real pain! But it’s an absolute necessity in the workplace.
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Lateral Action
AUGUST 14, 2012
Being stuck in the same routine day in day out can narrow your creative vision. You see the same things, hear the same sounds and life feels a little mundane. When you sit down to brainstorm ideas, your paper fills up with doodles of nothing in particular, and your attention is soon drawn to life […]. The post How to Broaden Your Creative Horizons with Travel appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 3, 2012
As we have been working through our “Charisma Project,” I have been on the look out for signs of great charisma in every day life, and realized it’s time for me to talk about Larry. Larry Owensel is a professional dancer and personal trainer, and teaches the interval kickboxing class I have been taking each [.].
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Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 27, 2012
We’ve all been on the receiving end of stupid feedback from time to time. It’s mean. It hurts. And it isn’t useful… or is it? Feedback is stupid when it’s alarming, but not specific… when we leave the conversation not understanding what to learn, or have any inkling about what to change. It’s easy [.] The post Stupid Feedback: When Stupid Smarts and What to Do About It appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 18, 2012
I first really met this spirited warrior, Matt on a (yoga) Mat. Our arms and spirits intertwined as we breathed through warrior poses. That was when I began to understand his powerful and joyful heart and spirit. Oh sure, we had been working together at church on our “Quest” before that, me as advisor and [.] The post Saturday Salutation: Spirited Warrior appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 4, 2012
This is a guest post from my son Ben Evans, 17. Ben is a youth envoy to the Unitarian Universalist United Nations Organization, and recently served as a delegate to the National Youth Assembly at the UN. He holds a variety of leadership roles at school and church, and enjoys music and drama. “Youth are [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 16, 2012
Leaders work hard to build confidence in their teams. They know that building confident teams and people is vital to success. Confident team members are more creative, communicate more effectively, and take more risks. Plus, it’s easier to delegate to a confident person. Sometimes the very actions leaders take to create confidence, can backfire.
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 11, 2012
This week, my husband and I scrambled up the boulders of Mt. of the Holy Cross one of Colorado’s spectacular 14ers. The trek was a beautiful journey of challenge and connection. The most tangible beauty came from the dramatic 360 views on this clear, cool summer day. There was also intense beauty in pushing through when the [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 20, 2012
If you are just tuning in to our Charisma Experiment, a group of my readers and I have been on a journey exploring the concepts and techniques discussed in Olivia Fox Cabane’s book, The Charisma Myth. After reading the original post, Olivia graciously offered to answer questions that emerged. You can learn more about the [.] The post Charisma Questions… Answers From Olivia Fox Cabane appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 13, 2012
Sometimes people find themselves in positions of leadership before their self-confidence has caught up with them. Helping others to see themselves as the leaders they are, can make them more powerful. Here’s a story of why confidence matters… Yesterday I herded cattle. Not by myself, but with an eclectic group of 7 other novice city [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 24, 2012
My phone rang again this week. It was a front-line leader I have known for years having team trouble. “I can’t get them motivated. They just don’t seem to care like I do. I am not sure what to do, I’ve tried everything.” I have received this same call many times over the years, [.] The post Team Trouble? How to Build a Team One Person at a Time appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 30, 2012
As a yogi, I believe in the connection between body, mind and spirit. I also know that my fitness routine is a vital aspect of who I am as a leader. For me, time spent on fitness is time to think, to clear my head… and to become mentally and physically stronger. When I [.] The post Is Fitness a Leadership Competency? appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 22, 2012
“It’s tough not to notice a raging fire” -Phil Cooke What’s next? What are you born to do? What is your calling? A vital topic for me and for those I lead. Phil Cooke contributes well to this conversation with his book, The One Big Thing. He starts with two Big Questions about what’s next: [.] The post What’s Next?
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 8, 2012
In almost any large organization, there are the folks doing the work that touches customers, and there are the supporting players doing vital work to make that easier. Except when they don’t. Or, it’s perceived that way. Today, as we stop the music, I am in a supporting role. Not long ago, I was leading [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 25, 2012
My day began well. I met a fantastic woman at a call center recognition event. She shared this great story… which I humbly share with you. Everyone kept telling me that I needed to be more confident, to be the expert for our customers. But the problem was I just wasn’t feeling confident. And…I didn’t [.] The post Saturday Salutation: How She Began appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Speaker: Frank Taliano
Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 1, 2012
“I wish I could show you a picture of yourself with your potential intact.” -John Maxwell, Beyond Talent Over a year ago I had a debate with a friend that just keeps staying with me. His premise, “by the time we are in our 40s our path is set… you are just not going [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 10, 2012
In the context of the conversation on “influence,” my friend, Lisa Kohn turned me on to The Arbinger Institute’s work on Leadership and Self-Deception. Not a new book (first published in 2000), but quite useful in this context. The main idea…in any leadership role, we must first look deeply at ourselves– and understand how our [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 15, 2012
I am pleased to present a guest post from Greg Marcus. After ten years as a scientist, and ten years as a marketer, Greg Marcus, Ph.D. is a stay-at-home dad and author. If you are interested in more of his writing you can find it by clicking here, or you can find him on linked [.].
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 6, 2012
“Because everything we say and do is the length and shadow of our souls. Our influence is determined by the quality of our being.” -Dale E. Turner How can we best ignite change and inspire growth, when we don’t have control? Later this month, I am bringing about 100 folks together to chat about influence. [.].
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Let's Grow Leaders
AUGUST 2, 2012
One of the most amazing parts of this new journey into writing and blogging is the amazing connections I am making with tremendous leaders. The support of this community is fantastic, and I am growing every day through the people I am meeting. Thank you Dan Rockwell, for your time and energy. Dan talks [.].
Eat Your Career
AUGUST 22, 2012
Communicating professionally is an essential part of workplace etiquette. It can be difficult to keep your emotions in check , especially when things are busy and stressful. But how you communicate with co-workers and superiors can truly make or break your career. Are you communicating professionally? Take this quiz and find out! Download the PDF version here >> Instructions.
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Eat Your Career
AUGUST 1, 2012
I was ready to quit. I had my email message all typed up. Yes, I was going to cancel via email. That’s how unprofessional I was ready to be. I was in full-blown meltdown mode. There was no way I could manage a call at this rate. I had just gotten off the phone with one of my mentors. I had told her about the big training event I had been asked to host.
Eat Your Career
AUGUST 31, 2012
This article was originally published on U.S. News & World Report. If you’re considering a career change—a move from one industry and/or one position to an entirely new industry and/or position—preparation is absolutely essential. Taking some time on the front end to map out your plans will reduce stress and anxiety, plus it will improve your chances for success dramatically.
Eat Your Career
AUGUST 15, 2012
This article was originally published on U.S. News & World Report. With the campaign to see who will be the next president of the United States now well under way, President Barack Obama and former Governor Mitt Romney are currently in the midst of the world’s toughest job interview. The prospective employer (i.e., the American public) is known for putting its candidates through the ringer.
Lateral Action
AUGUST 7, 2012
Clarity of thought, creative breakthroughs and inner peace whilst having a vacation from your overactive mind? Sound good? You need to sharpen your pencils. An all-too-familiar creative roadblock If you’ve ever had a tight deadline for a project or been trying to finish that latest article that seems to never end, you’ll appreciate the desperation […].
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