As a business owner, it’s essential to have a team that can manage tasks and projects independently. While it’s easy to micromanage your employees, it’s crucial to have a management-run team who can handle the responsibilities of their roles without constant supervision. Creating a strong management-run team can help you achieve success, reduce your workload, […]
This is a recent post by a good friend and fellow coach, Mike Lejeune. Mike is a senior HR professional who has coached and mentored hundreds of key officers across a wide variety of industries. He hosts his own blog called “Simple Leadership“. Here is his post. On most Fridays, Tommie, my wife, and I […]
As a CEO or a business owner, you probably know how difficult it is to identify when changes are needed, and then how to implement them effectively. Maybe your company’s growth has stagnated, or your sales have plateaued. Whatever the case may be, you need to find ways to overcome these obstacles and achieve the […]
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In today’s fast-paced world, success seems to be defined by constant motion and achievement. But have you ever stopped to question whether the actions you’re taking are purposeful or simply keeping you busy? In this article, we delve into the importance of moving with intent and how it can lead to true success in various […]
The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is reshaping the world as we know it. From self-driving cars to chatbots and virtual assistants, AI is transforming the way we live and work. In particular, the impact of AI on leadership styles is set to be significant. With AI changing the business landscape rapidly, CEOs and entrepreneurs […]
Most managers get their start because they were good workers. They get recognized as being the best performer on the team. There is nothing wrong with that, except… Being a good manager requires a level of leadership. Without the right training and development, you might find that being a manager is a struggle. “Management is […]
We all get busy. Some consider it a badge of honor to always be busy. Yet when you really look at the results from a crazy busy person, there is not always the outcome you might expect. The desire to be busy comes from several contributing factors. I am basing this on years of executive […]
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You’ve read the self-help books, you’ve attended the seminars, but you’re still finding yourself paralyzed when it comes to making major decisions. Sound familiar? Well, the solution might be simpler than you think. It may lie in a process called reframing, a technique that revolves around shifting your perspective to unlock your decision-making power. “Change […]
