So does this sound familiar? I have an employee who is doing OK, but they're basically coasting - meaning, they aren't doing anything to get them to the next level. How can I coach them to take that next step? Given the number of times we get this question, our guess is that you've asked this question a time or two. And today, we're helping to answer this by asking one … [Read more...]
Don’t Be a Leadership Avoider
You might know someone who could be classified as this: the leadership avoider... And today I'm addressing a few traits to identify these types of people as well as tips to ensure that you aren't one but instead are ready, willing and able to accept leadership and be successful in doing so. https://youtu.be/2Oz8BUcWJcE?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0 Tweet it out: … [Read more...]
Is All Coaching the Same?
“Is all coaching the same?” Absolutely not. There is a difference between skills and knowledge, and there is definitely a difference when it comes to coaching employees to improve in either area. IMHO, it is easier to coach knowledge. You essentially are presenting facts, data and what works or doesn’t work. It takes less time to coach knowledge because it often requires … [Read more...]
Finding Your Voice
Part of taking on any new role is determining our identity in the position or rather, finding our voice. And while there are certainly many paths to finding your voice in a given moment, today I'm giving you four tips to help you find yours when tackling a new role. https://youtu.be/93gxLBkddSc?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0 Tweet it Out: When entering a new role … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Support and Grow Your Top Performers
As a leader, you should be spending 50% of your energy, focus and time coaching and further developing your employees, specifically your top performers. I truly believe that your most important job is helping employees realize their full potential. When employees do their best, you are more capable of hitting your goals, increasing your productivity and innovating. Still, … [Read more...]
33 Ways to Make This Your Best New Year’s Eve Ever
Tonight, people, perhaps you, will be partying all evening ... lifting a glass at midnight ... kissing a person nearby ... watching the ball drop ... and celebrating well into the wee hours. Whatever your night has in store, make the most of your New Year's Eve day by following these suggestions. Admittedly, some are silly, but others are serious. Some will take a minute; … [Read more...]
How Much Should I Communicate?
How much and how often should I communicate? We get asked this question a lot and I'm answering it in the video below. https://youtu.be/eau-DCADLjg?rel=0&controls=0&showinfo=0 Want to create engagement and ownership? Speak less and speak later - giving other people a chance to get in. via @KevinEikenberry … [Read more...]
5 New Habits to Help You Reach Your Goals Faster
It's that time of year when we all set personal and professional goals for ourselves. Have you set your resolutions for next year? I know I have. The problem is, too often we put the time into setting the goals, and then we expect to magically reach them during the year, even if we don’t change our behavior or effort. That's why we spend so much time at the end of the … [Read more...]
Make Memories, Experience Joy, and Rejuvenate This Holiday Season
Today's post is less about teaching you to overcome the challenges of being a first-time leader and more about helping you enrich your personal life. Thinking about things from a personal perspective seems especially relevant at this time of the year, and so I offer you this food for thought: “Memories are a treasure that can’t be taken from us. Create them regularly, … [Read more...]
Cure Employees’ “Holiday-itis” and Finish the Year Strong
If you are feeling a little less than motivated, you aren't alone. This time of year has a way of affecting people’s attitudes, energy, and productivity. Even if you are feeling especially productive, you may notice that your employees aren't. In fact, they could be suffering from a serious case of "holiday-itis." As with any ailment, the first step in treatment is to … [Read more...]