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.
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…
I know lots of directors and small business owners will find this as thought provoking as I did. – Sharon
Dear Dan, Can you address the key indicators of a culture of excellence and steps to establishing that culture for a school? Sincerely, Culture Builder Dear Culture Builder, Thanks for asking such a great question. My response applies to profit, not-for-profit, and education. I’ll begin by simplifying culture down to two words, beliefs and behaviors. […]…
I received a one line email from a coaching client at 7:02 p.m. on April 2. It’s been dripping in my mind since it arrived. “Is a servant leader’s most important decision choosing the people he/she will serve?” I’ve seen lives change when people choose who to serve. I often ask aspiring leaders who they […]…
When The Ken Blanchard Companies asked 1,400 people the question “What is the biggest mistake leaders make when working with others?” 41 percent of respondents identified inappropriate communicatio… Source: Infographic: What Is The Biggest Mistake Leaders Make When Working with Others? Ken Blanchard is perhaps the top management guru. His research indicates that these are the…