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Which is more important:
● The WORDS you say?
OR…
● HOW you say them?
My answer: It depends!
As you seek to become more of a leader and less a manager, how will your conversations need to change? You will need to speak less of what needs to be done and how to do it. Instead, speak more about why. In the words of acclaimed author and executive coach Marshall Goldsmith:
“What Got You Here, Won’t Get You There”
Gaining Proficiency: Our days are filled with countless routine tasks and activities that we successfully complete with little thought and low awareness. After lots of repetition, we can become so proficient, we’re able to simply “go because we know.” Your proficiency only happens after repetitive practice.
What are some new skills or behaviors you’d like to develop? Have you considered what’s involved in getting to the point where you’ve truly become proficient? The Law of Proficiency applies to every skill you’ve developed. And every one you’ll need or want to have.
I believe that as you improve the quality of the questions that you ask yourself, you improve the quality of your life. So when I found these quality questions about the new year, I was moved to share them here.
Enhance your attitude of gratitude with this emotionally charged video message. You’ll find it both timeless and timely.
Let’s briefly explore the lingering question:
How do I get more appreciation?
If you think about it, it’s a selfish question. Finding the answer requires an unselfish approach.
If we believe that manager’s role is defined by telling their people what to do, agreement is not required. Compliance is required. How do we develop influencing skills that go beyond demanding blind compliance? Is there a quick fix?
Let’s agree that our ability to effectively convey our personal feelings at the right time and place is important for building relationships and influencing others. Consider your current level of interpersonal skills.
How would you rate your ability to convey or express sympathy, empathy and compassion?
It’s great whenever we give or get one of these. Who doesn’t like getting one of these? But: What does this gesture really mean?
My Best from HBR’s 10 Must Reads on Leadership – The Crucibles of Leadership –
This section, written by Warren Bennis and Robert J. Thomas, recounts mentoring relationships. The story that struck me featured entrepreneur Michael Klein.
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In January of 2014 I published Just Because You Can Doesn’t Mean You Should. Now that I’m four years older and wiser, I’ve discovered the depth of these 8 simple words. I’m compelled to share more insight into this simple phrase. You can apply this to the decisions that you make. And to guide the folks you lead in making theirs.
Based on page view stats for 2018, here are our readers’ favorites for the year. In case you missed them, here’s your chance to join the party!
Think back to your childhood. How many times did you complain to your mother that someone called you an unflattering name? And what was your mother’s response? Sticks and stones will break your bones. But names will never harm me you. According to Wikipedia, that rhyme dates back to 1830. It was a way that our elders delivered a very empowering lesson. We have the ability to choose our attitude. Words can only harm you if you allow them. You get to decide whether or not you’re affected.
It seems that detail orientation is a requirement for nearly EVERY job. And, nearly every job candidate claims or believes that they qualify as a detail orientated person. I believe that both of these assumptions are more often FALSE than they’re true.
With Smart Devices immersed in our routines, we’re presented with pause options for: DVRs YouTube Videos Music Apps Gaming Devices With
Whenever two or more people work together, there is a political system. And, the complexity of these politics increases with
The Self-Awareness Buzz: I’m hearing the term Self Aware more frequently. The more I hear it, the more I wonder if it is gaining buzz word status. If you’re getting ready to start bragging to others about your own self awareness, proceed with caution. You’re likely about to write a check that your actions won’t be able to cash. So proceed with caution and an open mind. Why is self proclamation of self awareness such a slippery slope?
New Standards of Behavior With the #MeToo and #TimesUp movements, we’re living in a new age of intolerance for inappropriate
You’re More Contagious than You Think – Coughing, sniffling and sneezing are obvious signals to both ourselves and others that we’re potentially infecting others. As a leader, your attitudes are just as infectious. What are people catching from you?
“You Need to Gain More Executive Presence” – This is becoming a more common suggestion – especially to high potential leaders. Have you heard it yet? Have you said it yet? In some circles, Executive Presence has become a buzz phrase. All too often buzz words and phrases are tossed it out in a feeble attempt to sound relevant. But when your audience doesn’t really understand your meaning any better than you do, you can look really shallow.
Based on LinkedIn and Facebook stats, here are our readers’ favorites for 2017. In case you missed them, here’s your chance to join the party. Learn and share more.
Accountability conversations are potentially confrontational and unpleasant. So we avoid and procrastinate in favor of more comfortable tasks When such avoidance occurs, critical things don’t get done. And who’s really good at having critical conversations? How skilled are you?
However you choose to describe your form of procrastination, there’s a good chance you’re putting off some important, yet unpleasant tasks. When you remove that unpleasantness from sight, there’s always a day when it rears its ugly head.
Clarity is the 1st of my 3 C’s for success. Why is clarity important? Here’s some Clarity Categories to help clarify & improve your self leadership skills.
I once had a coaching client whose career was suddenly jeopardized by a series of team performance mishaps. Several wheels had fallen off. Top management now noticed the adverse effects and knew just who to blame.
Futuristic Thinking is a sought after, essential, leadership skill. Why? If effective leadership is about creating a better future, it might be a good idea to give the future some serious thought. How do you develop your futuristic thinking?
But just when it seems that you have people pegged, they can surprise you. Why? Our behaviors and styles and the behaviors of others can be situational. To understand how this occurs with others, you first need to understand how it might occur with you.
Enhancing Your Motivation Awareness: We all inherently take actions that move us toward things that fulfill us. Often we don’t realize what’s happening. What if you were more aware of how this happens to you? We all do things our own reasons. While our reasons are unique to us, there are similarities that can be captured and characterized. Armed with that insight, it’s easier look inside and capture your insightful answers to questions like:
What are your passions?
How do you pursue them?
What if you could gain more focused sense of what drives you to perform?
I’ve worked to develop the Chicago Executive Coaching brand since 2006. Kinda.
I say “kinda” because I was really giving Lip Service to the effort. I once successfully led the re-building of a consumer product company in the late 90’s. I regularly collaborated with graphic designers on product packaging and catalogs for the product line. Some of our packaging received design award nominations. It helped us to gain valuable shelf space at major retail chains. Despite that knowledge and expertise, 2017 marked my 11th year without a legit logo. I was aware of the missing piece. I habitually ignored the issue. But then. came the wake-up call.
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