Call to mind someone you admire who gets along well with people and seems to effortlessly lead groups toward collaborative problem-solving. Those people, whether they have been given official authority or not, operate from a place of personal power.
Read moreHow to Create an Inclusive Company Culture
More than just a checkbox on a form, an inclusive company culture means recognizing the value of everyone’s strengths, varying perspectives and backgrounds as a company works toward a shared business vision.
Read moreThe Intentional Business Leader
The power of intention extends past our personal lives, and it can help executives and leaders solve some of their biggest business challenges. As an intentional business leader, you can begin to develop crystal clear vision and a strong culture of excellence and innovation.
Read moreHow Personal Agility Makes You a More Valuable Business Asset
The rapid changes happening in the world, and in business, can leave you with whiplash. However, people with strong personal agility have the capacity to react, adapt and recover more quickly than those who cling to familiar modes of operation.
Read moreEncouraging Productive Conflict in Business
We refer to businesses as entities, which implies a computer-like state of calculated processes and a steady hum of output. Ah, wouldn’t that be nice? But these entities run on the power of imperfect human beings, and conflict in business is inevitable thanks to our uniquely human reactions and emotions.
Read moreGood Leaders Use Alignment to Motivate Teams
How to motivate teams ranks among the most common leadership challenges my coaching clients face.
Some leaders rely on individuals to draw on their internal motivation. Others try to spark productivity by using threats or incentives that motivate the desired behaviors. Working toward alignment offers a better way.
Read moreEmotional Regulation in Work Teams
In a work team setting, understanding your own emotions – as well as those around you – will help you react more effectively to challenges. Emotional regulation in work teams requires an awareness of your own state of mind and how your reactions affect the people around you.
Read moreCharacter, Substance, and Style in Business Leadership
If you have your sights set on an executive career path, how you develop your executive presence matters. Moving into a business leadership role requires the right combination of character, substance, and style.
Read moreAssertive Communication Skills for Career Growth
When did you last stand up for yourself at work? Whether asking for a well-earned raise or promotion, or sharing an idea in a meeting, assertive communication can help you stand a little taller and own your value in your career.
Read moreSocial and Emotional Intelligence in Team Dynamics
Do you lead a team? Are you part of a team? Even if you run a business of one, you need to interact with others to successfully complete your work. Team dynamics impact every professional on some level, and understanding how emotional intelligence improves team relationships will help you move past everyday challenges.
Read moreHow to Build Leadership Skills at Work
After a difficult year, we could all use a boost of energy and inspiration at work. If you currently manage others, your team’s morale should count among your top priorities this year. As you build leadership skills, you learn how to motivate people through even the most challenging times – and companies need strong leaders now more than ever.
Read moreAccurate Self-Assessment at Work
You don’t know what you don’t know. More importantly, if you never stop to consider what you don’t know, you unnecessarily limit yourself and your career. Moving forward by gaining skills and competencies requires an accurate self-assessment so you can see your blind spots and allow room for growth.
Read moreGain a New Career Perspective with Service Orientation
When we have our heads down as we focus on work, we can lose sight of some of our long-term goals and needs. This month, I encourage you to shift your career perspective and consider how service orientation can help you stay in touch with the big picture.
Read moreThe Role of Stress Management in Emotional Intelligence at Work
Before we dive into the juicy topic of emotional intelligence at work and how your stress management affects it, let’s pause. Take a moment to assess how you feel right now – and how stress could be shaping your outlook in this very moment.
Read moreEmpathy at Work and in Life
Stress tends to ramp up this time of year. You might experience it yourself, and you might see it playing out with coworkers, loved ones and strangers around you. New year work deadlines, ramping up of client projects, cold weather, tax season, traffic – you name it. The good news? Practicing empathy at work and throughout your daily life can help you manage stress and change your perspective a bit.
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