Leadership Roundup: October 2012

The internet is a busy place. So, we’ve pulled some interesting articles and discussions about great leadership from the past few weeks to help keep you motivated and inspired.

How to Say “NO” to Your Boss When Appropriate–5 strategies
“A key skill in managing your time (and your boss) is learning to say NO when appropriate. But, how do you say NO, especially to your boss, in a way that maintains the relationship and builds trust?”  
Blanchard LeaderChat

Beware the Office Downer: How to Contain the Bad Vibes
“Research suggests that negative attitudes at work stand to contaminate a company’s culture. But there are a few antidotes to this problem.”
CNN Money

10 Barriers to Great Leadership
“Any growth process includes the inevitable stumbling blocks. Leadership growth is no different.”
Inc.

How to Manage the New Mobile Workforce
“Never before in modern times have workers had so much autonomy over their work days. With the proliferation of mobile technology, professionals can now work from home, on the road, or elsewhere.”
Forbes

Jim Collins on Creative Discipline, Paranoia and Other Marks of a Great Leader
“Why do some businesses thrive during times of adversity while others die? According to renowned management thinker Jim Collins, the factors of a company’s success can be distilled down to the three core traits of a great leader.”
Entrepreneur

Have you heard any great nuggets of leadership wisdom over the past couple weeks or read an interesting article? Share them in the comments section below.

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