Did you know 35 percent of managers would rather skydive for the first time than address a problem with their team at work? That’s according to the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution. Effective leaders must know how to conduct difficult conversations with employees. Because of the common perception that conflict at work is bad, it’s […]…
https://www.morningstartv.com/prophetic-perspective-current-events/becoming-high-impact-person Rick Joyner says: Feeling sorry for yourself robs you of life. Never blame down. You are responsible for getting proper work out of subordinates. I conclude: Leadership is based on self-management. Very insightful.
Many of my clients are schools and preschools. It is a busy time there, fresh with planning the new year and meeting new students. Whether or not you are in that environment, you probably feel the freshness of the new school year. It is a great time for planning and a great time to hit…
Mckinsey research* suggests 4 leadership behaviors make the difference between strong and weak leadership. Top 20 Leadership Behaviors: Be supportive. Champion desired change. Clarify objectives, rewards, and consequences. Communicate prolifically and enthusiastically. Develop others. Develop and share a collective mission. Differentiate among followers. Facilitate group collaboration. Foster mutual respect. Give praise. Keep groups organized and […]…
There is often confusion about not only what goes on during coaching sessions but also how to decide what changes to make or goals to work on when being coached. The lack of clarity in these areas can keep some people from making the commitment to work with a coach. So let’s get everything cleared […]…
Memory predicts the future. You are becoming, to some degree, the person you remember. Character and potential are formed, in large part, through rehearsed memories. Successful leaders make the past a platform, not an anchor. 4 ways to make the past a platform: #1. Remind people who they are. They remember what they did. Tell…
Although I do staff training and basic management training for most anyone, I still have a special place in my heart for child development centers, and especially the congregationally affiliated ones. For congregations considering starting a child development center, an after-school program, or a school, I am now offering a FREE boolet. Please email me…
A client asked me this question, and I realized every pastor in America should be asking it. Here is the question as I understand it: Although we have in the past promoted going to public school to be salt and light and also promoted the idea of taking advantage of educational offerings that were not…
Top advice for making good hires is the most overlooked; indeed, it is usually instituted exactly opposite to optimal. Check out Jack Welch’s advice and compare to your own observations. In my quest to bring you the best management advice, I’ve been reporting on great books. I’ve been chewing on Jack Welch’s Winning. What first…
I know lots of directors and small business owners will find this as thought provoking as I did. – Sharon