One of the most overlooked aspects of leading others is learning from those you lead. And, when managing a team of individuals from different generations with multiple backgrounds and skillsets, it can be difficult building a shared sense of purpose. In is TED talk, Four-Star General Stanley McChrystal explains how learning how to listen, learn, […]
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TED Talk: The Future of Leadership
The art of effective leadership is ever-changing, so staying up to date on its evolution is imperative for future success. In her TED Talk, Eve Simon explains the “emergent of ‘Evolutionary Leaders’ who have the greater good in mind and not just leading with an agile mindset but also with a care’ship for next generations” […]
Practical Tips for New Leaders: Employee Development
Successfully leading a team can be one of the most rewarding aspects of a professional’s career. However, addressing a diverse group effectively can be difficult for new leaders. From open communication and recognition to delegation and empowerment to self-awareness and empathy, there are a plethora of leadership arrows professionals must carry in their quivers to […]
10 Quotes from Cutting-Edge Leaders
Leadership is always evolving and developing, yet there are specific attributes that are immortal. Great leaders empower, encourage, and engage their team allowing for personal growth within organizations. Cutting-edge leaders understand this and have shown this through years of building up others. Check out these 10 quotes from leaders to learn how to be a […]
Developing the Next Generation of Leaders
Organizational success begins with having the right people. And while cultivating a core workforce is essential to maintain production, developing leaders within a company to bring the business to next-level success is imperative in the ever-changing business climate. A company’s workforce could have up to five generations working side-by-side; however, by 2024 41% of the […]
Ted Talk: How to Find the Person Who Can Help You Get Ahead at Work
Finding the right people to advocate for you at the office may seem like a daunting task. And, having a co-sponsor is sometimes essential to pushing through new projects and embracing updated goals. Business leader, author, and keynote speaker Carla Harris explains in your Ted Talk how to find the person who can help you […]
Practical Tips for New Leaders: Communication
This is a 12-part series. Successfully leading a team can be one of the most rewarding aspects of a professional’s career. However, addressing a diverse group effectively can be difficult for new leaders to adjust to. From open communication and recognition to delegation and empowerment to self-awareness and empathy, there are a plethora of leadership […]
TED Talk: Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are
Through her years of research, Dr. Amy Cuddy has unlocked the power of prejudice and stereotyping, nonverbal behavior, the delicate balance of trustworthiness and strength, and the ways in which people can affect their own thoughts, feelings, performance, and psychological and physical well-being. In her TED Talk, “Your Body Language May Shape Who You Are,” […]
TED Talk: Breaking Bad Management Habits
Some leaders, without realizing it, have picked up either poor or ineffective habits that affect how they lead their teams. And as Millennials move into management positions, veteran leaders could be passing on these bad habits to the next generation of leaders. In her TED talk, Elizabeth Lyle explains the need to break bad management […]
The Empathetic Leader: The Lasting Effects of Empathy on Culture and Retention
Leadership styles vary from one person to the next, but one character trait that is steadily becoming essential in the modern workplace is empathy. It’s the age-old saying of putting oneself in others’ shoes to fully understand and experience their feelings. It’s the importance of taking into consideration how your actions or inaction affect those […]