Mom
Aren’t Moms the greatest? I’ve been sending my Mom my blog posts so she can read them. She just called to tell me that she liked them and she is proud of me! Wow, it reminded me how important recognition is. Especially from people who you love!
Recognition is consistent with appreciation. How do you recognize people in the proper way?
Tip 1: Consider who you recognize. Public recognition can send some people into elation and some into hiding. Remember to understand the person you are recognizing – if they are… Continue reading
Everyone is listening!
I was on a plane traveling from Philadelphia, PA to Albany, NY for a presentation (45 minute trip). Prior to taking off, the man behind me was on his cell phone speaking very clearly and loudly. It seemed to me he was relaying information to a reporter. Here are the details that came through:
The Department of Energy was not funding two off shore wind energy turbine projects because both were projects of foreign governments.
The Department of Energy was giving his company $800,000 over an extended period of time to analyze the data generated from these projects. To… Continue reading
Invest in Yourself!
New Circles start November 3
Space is limited – sign up now
What’s a circle?
A circle is a group of people facing the same challenges as you. You have direct input from an executive coach in addition to getting ideas from others who also want to strengthen their skills.
A circle is only for those who want to learn and will participate – is that you?
Do you need one?
Only if you have some challenges that you'd like some help with. New circles will start each month – reserve your spot today, there is limited space! Click… Continue reading
Leaders Wanted!
Succession planning, a topic of much discussion over the last several years. Important and some would say vital to the continuation of the organization. Not only critical for the CEO, but also for all leadership positions in the organization.
Here are some advice and tips for you.
1. No one can do it like you! You’ve been on the job a long time. You’ve learned so much. You have a style of your own. You make decisions and run the organization your way. You’ll never find someone who is as great as you – the faster you can accept… Continue reading
Walking on egg shells?
Have you ever worked with someone who is really defensive?
Supervised someone who gets angry when you give them feedback?
Challenged you every time you say something about being late? “You don’t understand! You’re picking on me!”
Or one of my personal favorites – the blame-shift reaction: “The problem is that we are understaffed!”
There is a great approach when people have reactions to whatever is said to them. You can use this approach for all kinds of reactions.
You begin to discuss the issue at hand. Concentrate on the behavior or results,… Continue reading
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