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Do You Suffer Fools Gladly? What Would You Gain if You Did?

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on August 2, 2022 by Tom LemanskiOctober 13, 2022
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“Suffer Fools Gladly” – Saint Paul; 2 Corinthians, Chapter. 11

As with all theological scriptures, those three words can be subject to various interpretations. Rather than analyze St. Paul’s intentions of 2,000 years ago, let’s consider those three words in the context of leading others in today’s world.

Easier Said than Done: All leaders encounter people with thoughts and ideas we’re inclined to label as foolish. It’s hard to imagine being glad about it. Perhaps you have the authority to fire or relegate the fools in your midst. Or, contrary to the urging of St. Paul, you want to do so.

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The High Road Approach to Workplace Politics

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on August 21, 2018 by Tom LemanskiOctober 20, 2022
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We’ve all lived through more than our share of political horror stories when political tactics worked against us. Political tactics can include hidden agendas, deceit, lip service, veiled or not-so-veiled threats, mean spirited gossip, bootlicking, patronism, Who wants to get involved with those games? But Wait! There’s at lease one effective political tactic listed above that doesn’t need to be dirty. 

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Posted in Politics, Influencing Skills, leadership development | Tagged Corporate Politics, Office Politics, Organizational Politics, Workplace Politics | Leave a reply

But I’m Not in Sales

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on August 12, 2016 by Tom LemanskiOctober 17, 2022
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Is it Time to STOP Saying “I’m not in sales”? Have you ever found yourself using this disqualifying phrase? Why did you say it? If you’ve been disqualifying yourself as a “sales person”, let me help you to be more realistic.

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Posted in Influencing Skills, Inspirational Leadership, interpersonal skills, leadership development | Tagged Non Sales Selling, To Sell is Human | 2 Replies

Why Should You Be Asking More and Telling Less?

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on January 10, 2013 by Tom LemanskiMarch 25, 2022
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Effective leaders know the importance of transferring ownership of their ideas from themselves to their followers.

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Posted in communication skills, Inspirational Leadership, interpersonal skills | Leave a reply

Would You Like Lies With That?

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on September 7, 2012 by Tom LemanskiMay 31, 2021
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I’ve recently experienced a new application of The Pinocchio Effect with a small service provider. Their collective nose grew longer with every phone call.

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Posted in Integrity, interpersonal skills, Reputations | Leave a reply

Managing Your Bully Boss

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on August 10, 2012 by Tom LemanskiMay 31, 2021
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Is There a Type-A Terrorist Ruling Your Work World? You can rest assured, albeit not peacefully, that you’re not alone. Insensitive tyrants have a way of working their way to the top and leaving a wake of discontented staff. So, chances are you’ve either had one or someday you will experience a Bully Boss

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When There’s No Why, There’s No Way

Leadership Breakthroughs Blog for Chicago Executive Coaching Posted on July 20, 2011 by Tom LemanskiApril 12, 2022
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Changing long standing habits can be challenging, at best, Let me share a “way” for you make it possible by discovering your “why”.

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Posted in motivation, attitude development, communication skills, executive leadership, interpersonal skills, team leadership | Tagged attitude development, behavior change, communication skills, definition of insanity, leadership development, linkedin, positive attitude, start with why | Leave a reply

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Since 2001, Tom Lemanski has served as an executive coach and Trusted Advisor to successful business leaders who want to be more successful. He guides his coaching clients to breakthrough results as they discover and overcome what's really getting in their way.

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