I’m addressing a question that keeps popping up time and time again: “How do I deal with negative employees?” Now, let me tell you, I’ve been asked this question countless times, and today, I want to share some insights that will help you tackle this challenge head-on. Understanding Negative BehaviorFirst things first, we need to reframe

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Where would you rather work – a workplace of gloom and doom, or one where people bring a sunny disposition and generally optimistic view, even if things are hard? Even the most hardened cynical curmudgeons would prefer the latter. If we want a more positive working culture and atmosphere, it starts with individuals, especially leaders,

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Ask most leaders about empowerment and they will either say – I wish my people were more empowered, or they will glow as they discuss the level of empowerment amongst their team members. Why are some happy and some, not-so-much? It has much to do with the habits of the leaders themselves. If we want

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There’s a vital aspect of leadership that isn’t often discussed enough: the importance of seeking feedback. As leaders, we often find ourselves isolated, with a heavy responsibility resting on our shoulders. It’s in these moments that seeking feedback becomes pivotal for us to understand how our decisions are impacting those around us. There’s a saying that

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Meetings happen more often than ever and cause as much consternation and complaining as ever, if not more. Yet despite all that hand-wringing and general disdain, we may be missing the biggest problem with them. Have you thought about the connection between meetings and team culture? As I’ve said many times (and we wrote about in

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Charisma has often been misunderstood as something reserved for the lucky few. But here’s the truth: charisma is a learnable skill, and I’m here to guide you on the path to unlocking its power. Charisma is not an innate talent or a result of genetic lottery. It is a skill that can be learned and developed.

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Micromanagement. It’s a common challenge that can hinder productivity, stifle creativity, and demoralize our team members. But fear not, I’m going to share some powerful insights on how you can overcome micromanagement and unlock your true leadership potential. Shifting Your MindsetNow, one of the first things we need to do is adjust our mindset. We must

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I am not talking about the airplane systems that help pilots fly us safely to our destinations or self-driving smart cars. Rather, I am talking about our habits. Those things we do without thinking about them, you know, on autopilot. Don’t get me wrong – habits can be very helpful. But many of the unconscious

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Negative economic news. Makes you feel a little uneasy, doesn’t it? We all know that the news tends to focus on the negative, especially when it comes to the economy. But here’s the thing: we have the power to navigate these challenges and even find opportunities within them. Understanding the ImpactWhen we hear negative economic news,

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