Confidence
Jump and the Net Will Appear
Even when leaders become clear about where they want to take their teams, self-doubt can stop them dead in their tracks. All leaders are subject to resisters and critics, both external and internal. But with a little bit of practice, you can learn to overcome these negative voices. In Jump and the Net Will Appear… Continue Reading Jump and the Net Will Appear
Read MoreDO Nothing, SAY Nothing, BE Nothing
Having great aim is important; so is knowing when to pull the trigger. Sometimes, while we are considering when to begin, it becomes too late or the window of opportunity passes. Leaders are known by the actions they take. They don’t wait for permission. They passionately pursue bold new ideas. Think Steve Jobs. Taking initiative… Continue Reading DO Nothing, SAY Nothing, BE Nothing
Read MorePlease and Thank You
Most of us were taught when we were children that it was polite, and often to our benefit, to say please and thank you when interacting with others. Why is it so many of us find it hard to apply this knowledge in the workplace? It can’t be that it’s too hard or that it takes… Continue Reading Please and Thank You
Read MoreDoor #1, Door #2 or Door #3?
There are times when we find ourselves in the midst of an encounter with someone where we are suddenly surprised at the overreaction or defensiveness of the person we are speaking with. Often, we have no idea where this other person’s emotions are coming from. During these moments, we often have three choices. I will call them Door… Continue Reading Door #1, Door #2 or Door #3?
Read MoreWhat's Holding You Back?
On September 21, we launched the 9th cohort of our Institute for Leadership Fitness with 15 new executives. In this first of four quarterly workshops, we introduce a tool called The Confidence Net. Every leader is encouraged to create their own “confidence net” to mitigate the effect, and lower the volume, of their “inner voices” or self-doubts. After presenting the… Continue Reading What's Holding You Back?
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