Gratitude: Not Just For Thanksgiving Time
In my previous post, I described the benefits that cultivating an attitude of gratitude brings to our lives. But let’s explore this further. Gratitude isn’t
In my previous post, I described the benefits that cultivating an attitude of gratitude brings to our lives. But let’s explore this further. Gratitude isn’t
Do you regularly express gratitude? I’ve seen some pretty amazing examples of this simple practice in some of the organizations where I consult and coach.
I’ve been discussing the art of receiving feedback. This is key for leaders because organizations need to respond with agility to changing market needs and
In spite of vocalizing they want to hear it, many leaders block feedback out. Rarely do leaders know how to receive feedback well. Those who
In my opinion, based on what I’ve observed in organizations, receiving feedback may be one of the most difficult thing leaders should learn to do
“We all need people who will give us feedback. That’s how we improve.” ~ Bill Gates Receiving feedback with grace is a valuable leadership skill,
As hard as giving and receiving feedback is, perhaps listening is more difficult. To succeed in any position in any business, we are increasingly required
If you want to successfully lead people, you’ll need to get really good at delivering AND receiving feedback. Because businesses that thrive in today’s environment
From what I observe in organizations, the most difficult conversations for leaders are those where they want to influence a change in someone’s behavior. Although
Engaging in feedback conversations well is a vital part of leading others successfully toward desired results. But leaders rarely do it enough. Recently I wrote
Listening may be the most difficult skill to master when communicating effectively. But master it, we can! The non-verbal part of communicating is the most
How do you test your leadership insights? “Innovation is seeing what everybody has seen and thinking what nobody has thought.” ~ Dr. Albert, Szent-
An organization’s health is only as sound as its leader’s decisions. Some companies prosper from wise leadership directions, while others struggle after flawed choices—choices that
How a leader responds to adversity reveals how effective that leader truly is. Reactions to setbacks or crises not only test leadership character but define