Deborah Holstein — April 3, 2020 “Teamwork makes the dream work!” We’ve heard this phrase (ad nauseam) so it can be received with a covert, cynical eye roll because we all know just how difficult it is working on teams. One of the most important teams in any organization is the one charged with creating … Continue reading Leaders, Help Your Team Avoid Making Bad Decisions
Lyndell Danzie-Black — April 3, 2020 As a leader, are you wondering about how your team is coping with the crises that are causing social distancing in all of its forms – school, work, reduced hours and curfews? Is it just good enough to wonder or shouldn’t we be asking and engaging our teams? A … Continue reading Demonstrating Leadership in Times of Crisis
Pandit Dasa — April 2, 2020 Anyone who finds themselves in a position of power, with a determined focus on being a transformational leader, will quickly realize the immense challenge they have set for themselves. To be in charge means all eyes are on you, and every step you make, word you use, and action … Continue reading Mindful Leadership: How to Get Started
Thomas Griffin — April 2, 2020 Leadership involves planning and time management. When you’re in a leadership role, there are different levels where your management skills come into play. Being a leader is not just about managing other people such as your customers and employees. It’s also about managing your own activities and time in … Continue reading How a Yearly Planner Will Boost Your Leadership Skills
JoAnn Corley — March 26, 2020 This is not the time to be a reluctant, faint-hearted leader. I say this as I talk with my family – there are 4 business owners among us. Able, willing leadership shouldn’t subside during a crisis…in fact it’s during those times that it’s needed more than ever. Additionally, it’s … Continue reading What Kind of Leadership is Needed Now?
Thomas Griffin — March 26, 2020 Are you a leader in your business or in an organization? Then, you’re aware that one of the key tasks of a leader is to boost morale. You’re not just responsible for boosting your team’s morale at work but also your own. Your team will pick up cues from … Continue reading How Leaders Can Boost Morale Through Self-Acceptance
Jeanne Hardy — March 20, 2020 In the early stages of business, CEOs and founders are involved in almost all aspects of a business, from creating budgets to picking out furniture for the office. As the team grows and day-to-day responsibilities are passed off to new employees, the CEO often stays very involved in most … Continue reading Leadership at Scale: Why Trust is a Key Ingredient in a Winning Scale-Up Team
JoAnn Corley — March 19, 2020 What if I told you, as a business owner or executive/ senior leader there is a high probability you are consistently working against yourself, would you believe me? As someone who has worked in the realm of leadership and management for over 20 years with a specialty in human … Continue reading As a Leader, Are You Working Against Yourself? It’s Highly Possible
Jessica Thiefels — March 17, 2020 Meditation could be just the solution frazzled leaders need. If you’re struggling with stress and chaos at work, you aren’t alone. A recent survey found that nearly one-third of all managers can’t handle high-pressure situations. This directly translates to their team. When faced with a stressed-out boss, 62 percent … Continue reading Why Leaders Should Practice Meditation
Rick Goodman — March 12, 2020 I’ve blogged many times about the effective leadership skills required to lead a business forward. For today’s post, I’d like to take that concept in a different direction: What are some of the effective leadership skills needed for success in a nonprofit organization? There’s certainly some overlap. Whether your … Continue reading 9 Effective Leadership Skills for Nonprofit Organizations
