leadership training
My Favorite Reads in 2021
As a regular subscriber to The Fit Leader blog, you know that I am an avid reader, and often make references to books in my posts. As we near the end of 2021, I’m happy to share my favorite reads for the year. The Fearless Organization: Creating Psychological Safety in the Workplace for Learning, Innovation… Continue Reading My Favorite Reads in 2021
Read MoreSkills Are Not Enough
When we think of great leaders and what allows them to achieve optimal performance, frequently we point to the skills they possess. A myriad of training and educational programs equip leaders with the know-how associated with performing specific tasks, including: Communicating clearly. Managing time effectively. Applying technical knowledge. Working collaboratively. While skills tend to be… Continue Reading Skills Are Not Enough
Read MoreWhen Open-Ended Questions Don’t Work
When was the last time you asked an open-ended question and it didn’t work? Many of us have been taught the value of open-ended questions, the type of questions that can’t be answered with a “Yes” or a “No”. Questions like: “What can I do to help?” This is a great question that invites the… Continue Reading When Open-Ended Questions Don’t Work
Read MoreBreaking Bias
The renewed focus on inclusion these days is rooted in increased evidence that organizations that become more diverse, at all levels, increase sales, drive innovation and reduce turnover. My experience has shown me that the more the faces around the table look different from one another, the greater the likelihood we will hear perspectives and… Continue Reading Breaking Bias
Read MoreLet Me Lead
We all report to somebody. To whom do you report? A boss, an owner, your Board of Directors? Most leaders accept the reality that they must take direction from someone else in their organization. What leaders are not comfortable with is working without a clear delineation of responsibilities vis a vis the person to whom… Continue Reading Let Me Lead
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