Inspiration
Do you have the kind of power that really matters?
The leaders with the most power to positively influence others are those who are consistent, self-reflective and appreciative of their teams.
Leadership
Leadership
Rethinking the Manager’s Operating System
A manager's operating system, just like a computer's, needs to be fined tuned and updated to run effectively and efficiently, writes Art Petty, who offers 10 upgrades.
Leadership
Want to engage team members? Formalize your servant purpose
Companies need a specific "servant purpose" that provides employees a sense of pride in how they serve customers and clients.
Leadership
How can an executive coach make you a better leader?
Leaders who may be struggling to advance, rekindle a passion for their work or boost productivity may benefit from working with an executive coach.
Leadership
Team leadership lessons from Steven Spielberg
Filmmaker Steven Spielberg's team approach to making films holds many lessons for leaders, writes John Baldoni.
Inspiration
The connection between physical fitness and leadership
There's a direct connection to physical fitness and good leadership, write Kari Gearhart and Ashley Tappan, who outline five of those connections.
Inspiration
3 reasons why your addiction to outrage is ruining your life
Outrage feels ubiquitous these days, but LaRay Quy offers three ways to inoculate yourself against its addictive nature.
Inspiration
The extraordinary ordinary leader
Being a leader means paying attention, seeking learning experiences and beating out your own best days instead of being in competition with others.
Workforce
How a sense of belonging can end “quiet quitting”
Leaders can avoid "quiet quitting" by making diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging a "must-have," not just a "nice-to-have" part of the culture.
Leadership
4 ways to ease the workplace squeeze
Managers can help ease the squeeze they're feeling by focusing on what needs to get done, get clarification on expectations and ask for help.
Workforce
3 steps to quell “quiet quitting” and resignations
Stem the tide of "quiet quitting" and resignations by being curious about employees' needs and offering flexible work arrangements.
Inspiration
7 practical ways to reduce anxiety in difficult times
Leaders can reduce anxiety by challenging negative thoughts, getting organized, creating structure and reconnecting with others, writes Marlene Chism.
Leadership
3 ways to measure your leadership effectiveness
Leadership effectiveness can be measured several ways including a company's performance and feedback from customers and employees, writes Rashan Dixon.
Workforce
The power of invitational leadership
Invitational leadership that encourages others to step into their potential can help companies make positive long-term gains, writes Libby Hoffman.
Leadership
Why it’s sometimes faster to slow down
Companies must act fast in some areas of business, but Steve McKee writes that it's often best to slow down to produce the best results.
Workforce
Become the one everyone wants to work with
Becoming the co-worker everyone wants to work with comes down to whether you're seen as competent, credible and confident, writes John Baldoni.
Inspiration
Want to be a leader? Then act like one
Actor Michael Keaton's approach to winning roles is to act as if he already has the part, a lesson aspiring leaders would do well to learn, writes Larry Robertson.
Leadership
Good leaders know when to delegate — and when to not
C-suite leaders may need to be very hands-on if matters are urgent, but also must know when it's best to delegate tasks to avoid distractions or a temptation to micromanage.
Sponsored
Antronix: Last-mile alternatives solve operator challenges
Antronix CEO Neil Tang discusses how to build out fiber capacity without re-architecting.
Communication
How leadership language can drive employees nuts
Leaders like to use words, such as "drive," in an attempt to motivate employees, but that often demotivates them, writes Susan Fowler, who offers a vocabulary lesson.
Workforce
Use shared values to tame work drama
Shared values of service, respect and patience are something companies can measure, and gives employees a clear roadmap for their behavior.
Workforce
How to lead a new team to success
New leaders can inspire their team to follow their lead by listening to their concerns and ideas, then making necessary changes based on that feedback.
Communication
How to grow a reputation as a thought leader
Becoming a thought leader can increase both a company's success and deepen your team's knowledge, writes Becky Robinson, who offers five tips to get started.
Inspiration
4 authentic ways to develop resilience when life gets hard
Leaders can build resilience by focusing on building confidence, getting out of their comfort zone and focusing on what matters to them.
Communication
A funny thing about public speaking
Public speaking can be challenging enough for professional comedians, which is why business professionals may want to consider these five tips before cracking jokes in their presentation.
Inspiration
How to inspire courage in your people
Leaders should create a culture where employees have the courage to try new things, and learn from their inevitable failures.
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The Gift of Influence, A Powerful Path to Lead: A Q&A with author Tommy Spaulding
This post is sponsored by Penguin Random House Every interaction one has is an opportunity to make a positive impact. If you knew that...
Workforce
How to develop effective internal leadership pipelines
Old strategies for creating leadership pipelines must be reconsidered. Rashan Dixon offers three questions to consider.
Workforce
4 questions leaders should ask about “quiet quitting”
Leaders should ask themselves four questions to reflect on strategies to stem the tide of "quiet quitting."
Workforce
How to master the art of the one-on-one meeting
Regular one-on-one meetings with employees should be goal-oriented and designed to provide a sense of support and connection. Use these 5 steps to make one-on-ones more effective.
Inspiration
Lead with love
Leaders who show love to their employees by getting to know them and acknowledging their importance to the business will build trust and loyalty.
Communication
Resilience is rooted in a culture of connection
Intentionally connecting with colleagues and friends can improve our productivity and health while creating a positive culture of connection.
Workforce
3 ways to create loyal employees
Companies can create loyal employees by showing their loyalty to them first through both professional and personal support.
Workforce
3 ways to drive inclusion in organizations
Companies can improve inclusion and diversity through a top-down approach and provide training for managers to lead a diverse workforce.
Leadership
There is no easy button
Leaders wish they had an "easy button" when mapping out strategy, but the ability to improvise when obstacles arise is where real leadership is found.
Leadership
How emotional intelligence supports employee fulfillment
Leaders who hone their emotional intelligence skills are more likely to build trust and create a sense of fulfillment for employees. Greg Sloan provides a roadmap leaders can use.
Workforce
The antidote to “quiet quitting”
Whether you're an employee or the CEO, clear communication is the key to quelling the "quiet quitting" phenomenon.
Inspiration
3 big moments that can define your leadership career
The moments that define a leadership career are often not the big ones, but all the small, yet meaningful, decisions you make along the way, writes Art Petty.
Workforce
Gamification: Before you play, know what experts say
Gamification can be a powerful learning tool for employees if it creates intrinsic motivation to keep playing instead of seeking a reward.
Government
Soledad O’Brien challenges ICMA members to make a difference
Veteran journalist Soledad O'Brien recently challenged members of the International City/County Management Association to use their leadership to make a difference in the world.
Workforce
How to make your work culture a magnet for top talent
Companies can build a work culture that attracts top talent by showing respect to employees and supporting them, says S. Chris Edmonds.
Communication
Presentation techniques for persuading the C-suite
Believing in your ideas and taking time to identify the "passion archetype" of each C-suite executive in your audience can help you craft a perfect presentation.