We all make choices. Some are huge, like these: Whether to finish high school Whether to go to college Where to go to college What job(s) to take Whom to date/marry Where to live Whether or when to have children They change the trajectory of your life, and ultimately play a huge role in the person you become. However, I personally don't think the major … [Read more...]
The 4 Leadership Lessons of Halloween
Halloween is tomorrow, and you may experience your fair share of tricks and treats. Whether you celebrate by dressing up, going to parties, handing out candy or taking the kids house-to-house (or even if you don't celebrate at all), don't let the weekend pass without learning a few leadership lessons along the way. Here are four that definitely come to mind: Identity … [Read more...]
[Infographic]: 5 Ways New Leaders Can Succeed Despite Past Failures
As you embark on your new leadership journey, don't let your past prevent you from having future success. Follow this advice from TaskWorld to ensure that your mistakes and experiences of the past don't hold you back as you move forward. … [Read more...]
10 Skills Every Leader Needs
By Jaimy Ford, business writer and editor. According to a recent global Korn Ferry study, these are the top 10 coaching needs for employees wanting to move into mid-level leadership positions, including senior managers and function heads: Interpersonal relationships listening skills, empathy Influence Communication skills Self-awareness Delegation, … [Read more...]
[Infographic]: How Famous Business Leaders Manage Stress
Left unchecked, stress takes a toll on everything from your mental and physical health to your productivity. Overwhelming stress can cause you to make bad decisions and mistakes that hurt your team and reputation as an effective leader. Don't let stress zap your energy, productivity and happiness. Review this inforgraphic by MakeItCheaper.com to learn how some of today's most … [Read more...]
In This Busy World, Find Time to Really Think
Our calendars are full, and our to-do lists are long. The desire to accomplish more every day keeps us busy to the point of being overwhelmed. We argue that our time is limited and too valuable to spend it thinking. "I just have too much to do," we say, and we carry on in a non-stop flurry of action. It is precisely because of all the tasks, stimulus and diversions that it … [Read more...]
[Infographic]: Gain Confidence from Your Failures
Failure is a big part of life, in general. In business, failure is even more inevitable. Every idea, plan or decision just can't be successful. As a first-time supervisor, you can expect your fair share of failures early on and well into the future because even the most seasoned leaders fail. However, what will set you apart from the pack is how well you respond to those … [Read more...]
2 Lessons From Your July 4th Barbecue
Tomorrow is the Fourth of July, and in the United States, that means fireworks, parades and crowds of people wearing red, white and blue. Additionally, a good percentage of Americans will celebrate the 4th of July tomorrow by hosting or attending a cookout, barbecue or picnic. And most will overindulge in food and fun. As with most things, I can't help but reflect and … [Read more...]
Focusing on the Positives of Moving into Management
By Jaimy Ford Much of the literature written for first time supervisors focuses on the negative aspects of taking over a team. And trust me, it can be difficult. You have tougher, more frequent decisions to make. You are responsible for hitting goals. You have to deal regularly with difficult situations and people. And usually, you have to increase the amount of work for … [Read more...]
The Master Game: A Perspective on Success from Michael Gerber
This is a guest post by Michael E. Gerber There once was a man named DeRopp who wrote a book titled The Master Game. No need to discuss his book or his philosophy here, other than to say it had to do with the shaping of one’s life and options through a lens few of us normal people have ever looked through before. It brings to mind a question many people have asked me over … [Read more...]