Guest article by Shaara Roman As humans, we live for connection. In a world where it can be easy to feel alone, having friends gives us an uplifting sense of belonging… which is quite literally necessary for our survival and our ability to contribute meaningfully to society. Loneliness is widely considered as one of the biggest health concerns of today. Beyond affecting … [Read more...]
Flexible with People and Rigid with Results
By Guy Harris Planning and implementing projects will, at some point, be part of your job as a front-line leader. There is a powerful and practical lesson I have learned from the best project managers I have had the privilege to observe at work. At different times and in different roles, I have had the opportunity to observe, work on, plan, and implement projects of … [Read more...]
6 Ways to Help Your Team Stay Focused
By Kevin Eikenberry Losing focus is like a low-grade fever – it keeps us from feeling great and getting things done. After a while, we seem to keep going without noticing the harmful effects it causes. So what do we do to cure it? How can we help our teams (and ourselves) stay focused and be less fragmented? How often do you feel tugged in multiple … [Read more...]
7 Things to Do to Keep From Burning Out
Are you feeling burned out? Have you ever been burnt out? Chances are high that the answer is yes. There are ways to prevent burnout. Here are seven ways to keep yourself from burning out: Recognize burnout for what it is: a form of exhaustion. It is caused by excessive and extended physical, emotional, and mental stress. Good news-- this list will help you … [Read more...]
First, Define the Problem
By Guy Harris Many people rise to leadership positions because they can solve problems. That was certainly true for me. One of the reasons I quickly moved from an individual contributor role to a supervisor position in my first civilian job after the Navy was that I knew how to solve the technical problems my team faced. I excelled at individual problem solving and that … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Create Collaborative Culture as a Leader
By Lisa Steingold Every leader knows that collaboration is the key to success in any business. But collaboration doesn’t just mean working together; it means harnessing the power of the sum of the parts. It’s this alchemy that produces increased productivity, more significant innovation, and problem-solving ability. “No one can whistle a symphony; it takes a whole … [Read more...]
How Do I Lead People Older Than I Am?
You've got questions, and we've got answers. Hi, I'm Kevin. I am very answering the questions that new leaders ask us. Actually, it's our goal to help all leaders be more effective, productive, successful, and confident. And to do that, I'm going to answer the questions I get asked, including, how do I lead people older than I am? Are you ready? Let's get started. It's a … [Read more...]
Essential Skills That Will Make You A Great Manager From Being Prepared To Having Fun
Guest article by Frank O'Connell I’ve had a five-decade career leading some of the country’s most respected brands from Reebok to HBO Videos, Gibson Greetings to Indian Motorcycles. Along the way, I’ve learned a lot about what it takes to be a great manager who can motivate employees and maintain their trust. Preparation, authenticity, and having fun are among the most … [Read more...]
Striking the Balance Between Coaching and Supervising
By Guy Harris When you move into a leadership role, you gain two related roles: supervising and coaching. While they are not mutually exclusive skill sets, they are different. Supervising demands performance while coaching gains commitment. Supervising defines goals while coaching helps others set goals. Supervising gives direction while coaching helps people … [Read more...]
The Key to Truly Understanding What People Are and Are Not Saying
Guest article by Chris Heller When you talk to another person, you can never be 100% sure what they mean, what they are saying, and not saying. But there are methods you can use to get a better understanding of what they are trying to communicate. Here are some techniques that may help you. Pay Attention to Body Language and Facial Expressions Body language and facial … [Read more...]