One of the most important qualities of a leader is to be resilient. The true grit of a leader is not how they perform in the good times but rather how they display emotional strength, courage and professionalism during the most trying times. So what kind of resilience can a leader exhibit when there is a corporate takeover? Be reassuring yet realistic.Let the people on your team know that you understand their frustration and fear. Assure them that they have value to the company. … [Read more...]
Leading from the Middle – Leading Down
Relationship building is the foundation of extraordinary leaders. Good leaders are competent and they are intentionally connected to the people they lead. One of the mistakes leaders make is spending too much time in their office and not enough time walking around. Seven tips for effective leading down Walk the halls slowly. If this is a new action for you your team may be leery of your intentions. They may interpret your walking around as trying to catch them doing something wrong. … [Read more...]
Negotiation Skills from Jack Sparrow and Luc Spelt
I've captured the Tips for you here. Begin positively and light heartedly. Establish friendly and willing atmosphere Appeal to reason and flattery. Make suggestions sound appealing and logical. Command and threat. Assert authority and put opposition on back foot. (only in the movies) Scare tactic. Puts pressure on Barbossa to strip him of power. Define your goal. Have a plan to achieve it. Don't be afraid to concede, you don't have to win every small battle. Bluff … [Read more...]
Are You a Visionary Leader?
Daniel Goleman first described Six Leadership Styles in his book, Primal Leadership. Goleman believed that certain leadership styles were more effective under various conditions. In this article I’ll share Goleman’s Six Leadership Styles and the conditions in which to best use them. 1. The Visionary Leader – The visionary leadership style is most effective when an organization needs a new and clear direction to follow. The visionary leader is able to share their view of the future, allowing … [Read more...]
So You Think You Want to Start a Peer Coaching Program Part 2
Part 2 - Purpose What might be the Purposes for the organization to start a Peer Coaching Program? To reward high achievers To develop leadership skills for emerging leaders To demonstrate that the organization is supportive of employees To develop communication skills of employees To maintain employees What might the Purposes for the employees to participate in the Peer Coaching Program? To learn about areas of the organization outside their division To have a safe … [Read more...]
