Be careful of how you are speaking to yourself because you are listening. ~Lisa M Hayes We have all experienced our inner voice. It may be positive and supportive or perhaps negative and doubting depending on what opportunity is in front of us. Engaging in self talk may not always be a conscious practice …
Sometimes we must carry those we lead on our shoulders What does having perseverance mean in your organization? So often when we face obstacles and challenges we lose focus of our goals and vision. Looking at the true definition of perseverance – steadfastness in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. Expectations today are …
Perseverance….Does your focus turn into commitment? Read More »
So let’s play with the distinction of BEing Reasonable vs Unreasonable. When we are always “reasonable” then results and outcomes may be somewhat blah, predictable and flat in the end. Think about this distinction in the context that if we don’t ask, then we will most likely not receive. What if we decided to be …
This time of year as we celebrate with family, friends and clients, is also a time that we reflect on our relationships with those around us. The people we lead daily, those we learn from and our direct reports. Often we think of our leadership role happening at work only. The true reality is our …
” A house divided against it self cannot stand.” Abraham Lincoln In the reality of today’s media, politics and leadership with in companies we are facing situations that bring to light division in thought, direction and goals. Are you facing the dilemma of a divided company and your leaders …
So often when connecting with organizations for the first time the communication and their focus is first on what they think they need not what they want. It is almost a “fearful area” to address what we truly want out of situations we are faced with on a daily basis. In asking for what we …
Leading with a servant heart takes an act of courage. Being open to communicate your beliefs, acknowledging you don’t have all the answers, and being authentic are qualities that will help you build relationships as a leader. It all starts with a courageous conversation. Courageous conversations create the most growth. I love this quote from …
Even if these people are not in an official leadership position, surrounding myself with people who generally take on these servant leadership qualities as a way of life are people I want to know.
