It may sound like stating the obvious, but your outlook on life, impacts your life. Outlook is powerful in that a positive vs. negative perspective has the capability of shaping…
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8 Tips for Building Assertive Communication Skills as a Woman
Effective communication is always a hot topic in the professional world. Indeed, communication experts agree that the most productive and progressive way to communicate is through honest and transparent dialogue—which…
The Eisenhower Decision Matrix: Important vs. Urgent
The 34th President of the United States is the subject of today’s post—and in reality, an interesting case study in what effective executive leadership, focus, and prioritization looks like when…
Not Just an Annual Review: It’s So Much More
In my business, we consult with many interesting organizations—ranging from well-known, publically-traded companies to professional service firms, non-profits and media giants. There are many lines of inquiry thrown around during…
Understanding Common Causes of Conflict
A business is a melting pot of different personalities and responsibilities. Each person plays a role in the company’s operations. While these differences can lead to more innovative ideas and…
Is your Feedback Constructive or Could it be Improved?
Delivering constructive feedback should be part of your daily routine as a leader. If it’s not, therein lies part of the problem. More than 50 percent of performance problems are…
What Impression are you Making? Tips for Being a Better Role Model
When it comes to being a positive role model, the old adage, “Actions speak louder than words,” rings true. Sometimes it is what you don’t say that has the strongest…
How to Give Constructive Criticism that Leads to Positive Results
Part of being a manager or leader is providing feedback to your team. This may be informal during daily interactions or formal during performance reviews or evaluations. It can be…
Boosting Productivity Through More Effective Delegation
Effective delegation can be a difficult skill to master. Many leaders are hesitant to give up control, concerned that others may not do the task as well, or fear that…
6 Ways to Improve your Leadership Skills
Leaders exist at all levels throughout an organization. While some are in designated positions of authority, others are simply regarded as leaders by their colleagues. It is essential to have…