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Value- Added Leadership

Few things increase the credibility of leaders more than adding value to the people around them. – John Maxwell American artist James Whistler, who was never known to be bashful about his talent, was once advised that a shipment of … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Raise Your Expectations

Act like you expect to get into the end zone. – Christopher Morley One of the greatest battles you will face in leadership is the one that is waged between your ears. Mental toughness and endurance is a necessity for … Continue reading

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Taking ‘No’ Out of Your Playbook and Why it Matters

Nothing will ever be attempted if all possible objections must first be overcome – Samuel Johnson Leaders understand that obstacles are a part of the landscape on the road to success. But how many leaders are self-aware enough to realize … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Praise For The Front Line Staff

Never underestimate the wisdom and resources of your frontline staff – Lee Cockerell Staff on the front lines have the initial point of contact with your clientele, are the face of your organization, and create the first impressions that make … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Make The Connection

If you’re talking with your head, you’re going to speak to their heads. If you’re talking with your heart, you’re going to reach their hearts. If you talk with your life, you’re going to reach their lives. – Italo Magni … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Keep Your Composure

The more tranquil a man becomes, the greater is his success, his influence, his power for good. – James Allen As a leader, how you respond when things do not happen as you’d like is your moment to either build … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Team Unity

A house divided against itself cannot stand. – Abraham Lincoln In leadership circles we hear a lot about teamwork and team building, but not as much about team unity. Unity of your team does not mean checking your individuality at … Continue reading

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Three Boundary-Busters Every Leader Must Face

You’re the same today as you will be in five years except for two things: the people you meet and the books you read. – Charlie “Tremendous” Jones About 350 years ago, as the story is told, a shipload of … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: Prepare Your Victory Speech

I never expect to lose. Even when I’m the underdog, I still prepare a victory speech. – H. Jackson Brown, Jr. Your expectations as a leader are very important. They are reflective of your attitude which is a strong indicator … Continue reading

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Leadership Minute: At Ease

Try to be like the turtle- at ease in your own shell. – Bill Copeland If not careful leaders can find the demands and expectations of leading to be a daunting challenge.  The constant barrage of requests for time, critical … Continue reading

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