Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 23, 2013
'This was a farewell. The last concert of the year for the high-school orchestra. The seniors wore roses and beamed with personality. The conductor held up his baton, and the music began. Powerful. Brilliant. Exciting. A send-off to the next phase of their lives. Then…he looked at the orchestra and grinned. He stepped off the [.] The post Orchestra Without a Conductor appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Penelope Trunk
MAY 28, 2013
'In case you were wondering what happened to the 20,000 bulbs I planted , here they are. But don’t worry that this is going to be a post full of happy Spring cheer. That sort of post would embarrass me. First of all, these bulbs didn’t come up until after spring. Partly because it was 50 degrees in Wisconsin this spring, and partly because my bulbs probably have some sort of photosynthesis version of schizophrenia since I planted fall bulbs during a blizzard in Janurary.
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Eat Your Career
MAY 22, 2013
'A big part of managing expectations in the workplace involves understanding deadlines and making them work for you. There’s nothing that makes you look more unprofessional than missing an important (or even unimportant!) deadline—and few things break trust as quickly. In order to manage such time targets effectively, you might have to proactively renegotiate them at times.
Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group
Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance training programs aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, captivating, and maybe even enjoyable! Join learning design expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training. We'll explore innovative strategies to bring traditionally dry topics to life, making them resonate with learners and drive tangible change.
Lateral Action
MAY 28, 2013
Since I released my book Resilience: Facing Down Rejection and Criticism on the Road to Success for Kindle and other e-readers last year, lots of people have asked me for a print edition. I’m pleased to say Resilience is now available as a paperback for those of you, like me, who like the look and […]. The post Now in Paperback – <em>Resilience: Facing Down Rejection and Criticism on the Road to Success</em> appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach.
TED
MAY 21, 2013
As an artist, I’m always interested in looking at the defining moments in our lives, understanding how these moments affect us and finding different ways to represent them. Phil Hansen: Embrace the shake. We all face limitations. I had the amazing opportunity to share my story at the TED conference this year. I came to do the art I do today not by a well-defined path, but by a defining moment in my life when I learned to “embrace the shake.”.
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Penelope Trunk
MAY 16, 2013
'One of the biggest changes in the workforce in the new millennium is that we have to be information synthesizers instead of information producers. All information is available online. So we can’t add value by memorizing it. We have to add value by reframing it. I call this synthesizing. IBM conducted a survey of CEOs to find out what they thought were the most important leadership skills of the near future.
Eat Your Career
MAY 10, 2013
'In honor of Mother’s Day, I wanted to share just a taste of the wisdom my mom has imparted on me over the years. Of course, I could fill an entire book (or series of books) on life lessons from mom, but in an effort to stay on topic, I’ve gathered a few of my favorite tidbits for you here and related them to the subject of career development. Enjoy!
Lateral Action
MAY 13, 2013
When I decided to publish my first book, I read a whole stack of books about self-publishing. The one that made the biggest impression was Let’s Get Digital: How to Self-Publish and Why You Should, by novelist David Gaughran. David’s book stood out because he not only delivered plenty of useful advice, he also did […]. The post How to Succeed as a Self-Published Writer – a Conversation with David Gaughran appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach.
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TED
MAY 5, 2013
Sir Ken Robinson is not just an amazing orator — he is the most-viewed speaker on TED.com. His three talks have been viewed an astounding 21.5 million times, making him the sneezing baby panda of the TED ecosystem. Naturally, this made us curious: what talks does Robinson absolutely love? In this new playlist, Robinson selects 10 talks about education that he finds both inspiring and insightful.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 24, 2013
'I’m often asked which colleges are the best for “leadership.” The short answer is “most will do just fine.” As with most of life, it’s what you make of it. College is a great place to grow as a leader. Much of your leadership learning will come from peripheral aspects of the college experience. Being [.] The post 9 Ways to Maximize Your College Leadership Experience appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Penelope Trunk
MAY 2, 2013
'Jason Collins is a professional basketball player who just announced that he’s gay. It’s rare enough for a professional athlete to be openly gay that President Obama called him up to offer support, and former President Clinton tweeted his support , adding that he’s known Jason Collins since he was friends with Chelsea Clinton at Stanford.
Eat Your Career
MAY 15, 2013
'A lot of people think cover letters are relics of the past. But truth be told, they’re still a crucial part of the job search process. Of course, that doesn’t mean you should just throw one together and check the box. You want to use the cover letter as an opportunity to differentiate yourself from the crowd. In my recent segment on Fox 31 Denver’s Good Day Colorado , I address the importance of cover letters and the various things you should include to make yours stand out.
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
MAY 17, 2013
'Welcome to the May Frontline Festival. Thanks to all the amazing thought leaders sharing their perspectives on Trust and Transparency. Building Trust Wally Bock of Three Star Leadership says you “can’t build trust,” in his post How do I trust thee? Trust is important, but it has more than one dimension. I like that he differentiates between being [.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 28, 2013
'Your team needs you, you respond. They have questions, you have answers. The phone rings, you pick it up. Great leadership? A pause can be more powerful. Speakers pause for effect. Great leaders pause for effectiveness. A powerful pause is a wildly under utilized leadership tool. Awkward silence creates opportunity. I’ve never regretted a pause. [.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 10, 2013
'If you ask my mom if she’s a leader, she’ll say “no.” And then, everyone who knows her will just shake their heads and laugh. People follow leaders toward a vision. Leaders serve. Leaders grow leaders. My mom’s a leader. She’s grown a nice crop. Moms Growing Leaders Some moms hold formal leadership roles. Others [.
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Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 6, 2013
'What an amazing line-up contributions for the May Leadership Development Carnival. A heartfelt thanks to all the thought leaders who contributed to this diverse collection. I would like to also personally thank the LD Carnival founder, Dan McCarthy, for an opportunity to host this edition. This is particularly exciting for me since Dan was the first [.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 15, 2013
'You hear devastating news. Job loss. A diagnosis. A new baby with life-changing special needs. Your brain and heart rush through thoughts, prayers, next steps. It’s hard to gain perspective. This was not in the plan. What now? Perspective and the Arch of Time I met with Bill Treasurer to talk about his new [.] The post Powerful Perspective: Opportunities and the Arch of Time appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 21, 2013
'The talent you count on as central to your brand could rub people the wrong way. What you do well, may not do you well. After two decades participating in talent reviews, I’ve noticed a pattern. The talents candidates count on as central to their brand, are often talked about negatively when assessing their readiness [.] The post Talent Reviews: What They’re Saying Behind Closed Doors appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 22, 2013
'“How do I get my team to care?” Employee engagement is the number one requested topic from my readers. If you’re struggling with employee engagement, you’re not alone. Gallup says: “Seventy-one percent of American workers are “not engaged” or “actively disengaged” in their work, meaning they are emotionally disconnected from their workplaces and are less [.
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
MAY 2, 2013
'Fred’s Story Fred (not his real name) has a beautiful habit. Every time we discuss a strategy, policy, or project, he stops and asks about the “human beings.” His words are transformative. Fred doesn’t speak of “resources,” “headcount” “people” “employees” or even “team members.” He talks about humans. Fred Asks… “How will this change [.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 16, 2013
'You really like this guy. You’ve grown close over the years. You care about him. You might even know his family. Perhaps he’s even a strong performer who did something stupid. Now you have to fire him. How do you that? Firing someone is the hardest thing to do as a leader. Layoffs are [.] The post How To Fire Someone… With Compassion appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 14, 2013
'You want to show up authentic, but then again… not every environment is safe. If you tell your secret, will they admire your courage? Will it bring you closer to your boss and others? Or… Will they judge you? Will doors open or close as a result of your authenticity? Bill Treasurer, author of Leaders [.] The post Should You Reveal Your Secret at Work?
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 8, 2013
'Two candidates were interviewing for a District Sales Manager position. Both had great backgrounds and qualifications. Both nailed the Behavior Based Interview, and we moved on to talk about their planned approach. Joe (not his real name) came with his generic 90 day strategy. It was as if he had read Michael Watkin’s Book, The First [.] The post Interviewing?
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
MAY 9, 2013
'What does your bookshelf say about you? What if your leadership books could collaborate to support your growth? Spine Poems provide new perspective on your reading choices. The idea, take a quick look at your shelf, and use the spines to create a poem. The exercise provides perspective your topics of choice and how they hang [.] The post Leadership Spine Poems as Reflective Practice: If Your Books Could Talk… appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 29, 2013
'“Don’t quit.” ”What doesn’t kill us makes us stronger.” ”Only the strong survive.” But what if you’re in the wrong job? If you quit now, did you fail? Or win? A subscriber wrote to me this week: ”Are there days you want to just quit? I am truly at that point and need to get [.] The post Should I Quit My Job?
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 20, 2013
'They think it can’t be done. You do. Now you’ve got to prove it. Game on. Nothing’s more inspirational than having something to prove. My team has spent the last 2 years proving “the impossible.” The more folks told us “it” wouldn’t work, the more fired up we got. We wanted to prove that culture [.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 31, 2013
'Many of the approaches we take to solving problems, do just that. Solve problems. That works, until the next problem comes along. To build long-term results, requires more. Unleashing your team’s potential leads to breakthrough results. I’ve been intrigued by the “Unleashing” approach described in the new white paper, Unleashing the Future of Work (download for [.
Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk
In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?
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