Leaders at all levels in every organization are in a continual pursuit of growth and improvement. In this pursuit, they have two approaches available to them that are both interconnected and different. Interconnected in that they aim for the same general outcome – improved performance and results. Different in that they are applied in different

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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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As leaders, it’s important that we understand the three essential sources of feedback that we are thinking about in our subconscious and how they have the power to shape our success, productivity, and confidence as leaders. Here’s what I mean…Power and PositionWhen it comes to feedback, the first source that demands our attention is power

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As you continue your journey in leadership, you will face many issues that challenge your ability to remain calm and collected while you make decisions and solve problems. Learning to address these issues draws from your emotional intelligence. Growing your emotional intelligence plays an important role in developing healthy relationships, communicating clearly and effectively, and

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I want to address a question that has been frequently asked: How can one become a more confident leader? Confidence is a vital attribute that not only propels our own growth but also influences those around us. Join me as we explore the significance of confidence in leadership and discover practical strategies to enhance it.Building

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As individuals grow together to become a team, they move from a group of people who happen to be in the same place to a team of people working together towards a common goal. During this process, all teams go through common and predictable stages of development. In From Bud to Boss, we reference the

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As a leader, one of the most challenging situations you can face is being asked a question for which you don’t have the answer. It’s natural to feel pressure to know everything and be the expert in your field. However, the truth is, none of us can know everything, and it’s okay not to have

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I’ve been working with, observing, and coaching leaders for many years. I‘ve thought about it, and if I could only dispense one piece of advice to every leader I encountered from now on, based on my experience and observation, it might be this: You’re talking too much. While this affliction doesn’t include every leader, it includes most,

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As you move into or consider moving into a leadership role, you have likely noticed that it can be both rewarding and difficult. Rewarding in that you get to make a difference for people and get things done. Difficult in that it is a never-ending problem-solving effort. As soon as you resolve one problem, another

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