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6 Unexpected Sources of Leadership Inspiration
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JULY 5, 2016
The same goes with literature; nearly any well-written book showcases instances of leadership greatness and failure. Have you ever been to a leadership training program and realized the concepts taught would be as much use to you at home as at work? The same is true in reverse: you can draw upon life outside of work to be a better leader at work. The arts. It can be instructive as well.
Leadership Truths to Empower Millennial Leaders
The People Equation
AUGUST 3, 2015
This is one of my favorite quotes from the book. The foundation of the book is based on what Mertz describes as “Leading on Purpose.” He writes that leading on purpose is not only an ideal, but a way of life that drives people of the Millennial generation to a much greater extent than those who came before them. His book is a great place to start if you also share that desire.
Leaders Who Serve Others Drive Superior Results
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MARCH 16, 2015
That’s the key message of Cheryl Batchelder’s new book, Dare to Serve: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others. Robert Greenleaf put forth the idea of “one who leads by putting the ideas of others first” in his book Servant Leadership: A Journey into the Nature of Legitimate Power and Greatness over 30 years ago, and Batchelder gives ample credit to Greenleaf for his ideas.
Tips for Wrapping Up the Year
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DECEMBER 29, 2014
Carrie is a freelance writer and the Book Launch Director with Weaving Influence. Are you working this week? If you have an office job, most likely it’s going to be fairly quiet in the office because many of your colleagues are on vacation. That makes it a perfect time to finish those things you never seem to get around to doing—like filing your expense reports or cleaning off your desktop.
The Surprising Connection Between Millennials, Culture, and Growth
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Bringing in research from his recent books and consulting work, Jamie Notter will make a compelling case for turning Millennial insights into concrete changes in your organization's culture that can actually drive your growth and success. We have been complaining about Millennials for a decade now, and that conversation is not only stale--it's flat-out unhelpful.
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Leadership Greatness Springs from Within
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DECEMBER 7, 2015
That’s what Bob Anderson, Chief Development Officer of The Leadership Circle told me when I interviewed him for his recently published book, Mastering Leadership: An Integrated Framework for Breakthrough Performance and Extraordinary Business Results. Disclosure: I received pre-publication copy of this book for review purposes. Only then will you perform at your best as a leader.
Women and the Politics of Promotion
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MARCH 23, 2015
It’s called The Politics of Promotion: How High-Achieving Women Get Ahead and Stay Ahead and I heartily endorse this book. Another element of the book that I appreciate is the pragmatic focus: Marcus acknowledges the challenges that women face, then moves briskly into how to overcome the barriers with specific actions, checklists and reflection questions for the reader.
Are You Over-Functioning in Your Leadership Role?
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JULY 18, 2016
Row’s book, Think Less, Live More: Lessons from a Recovering Over-Thinker explores the ways in which leaders might “over-function,” meaning they assume more control or responsibility over a situation than is required. Most people want to work for a caring boss. Not only is it more enjoyable, it’s good for your health , according to research by Stanford professor Jeffrey Pfeffer.
Leadership and Being a Role Model – 20 Ideas
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DECEMBER 11, 2014
Read books, pick your role models wisely. At one time or another, we’re all in a position to lead. We’re parents, teachers, coaches, managers and committee leaders. As such, we know that setting a good example is an important part of leadership. But it’s not always easy. wrote a post for Smartblog on Leadership called The Six Saboteurs of Positive Role Models. Joe DiMaggio. Epictetus.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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In his book Work Rules!, 1Why Your Company Will Need to. Rethink Performance Management eGuide Part 1: The Argument. for Change 2 3About this Guide Organizations are increasingly. moving from traditional performance. management systems (organized as. an annual review process) to newer. performance development systems. organized around real-time dynamics). Here, in Part 1, we describe why.
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Being Neighborly Builds Trust – #Sprinkles by @ChipRBell
The People Equation
FEBRUARY 10, 2015
That’s why it’s always refreshing to revisit the idea of “service” when a new book arrives on the scene. It’s beautiful to hold in your hands: equal parts miniature coffee table book, inspirational prose, and practical “how-to” guide book. This book is a quick and easy read. And just like a sublime dining experience, there are many layers to this book.
Blueprints for Nine Essential Business Meetings
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AUGUST 10, 2015
Happily, there’s a new book that addresses many of the barriers to holding great meetings. Lauby begins her book by explaining that one of the fundamental problems with leading meetings is that the purpose in not clearly defined. This book is jam-packed with useful suggestions for leading the best meetings possible. It’s an awesome book, so I’m thrilled to share it.
Beliefs, Deadlines and Productivity Measurements
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FEBRUARY 18, 2016
Smith for his new book The 3 Gaps , I asked my Facebook friends to submit questions for the best-selling author and former CEO of Franklin Covey. Before I interviewed Hyrum W. He graciously extended our interview to field those questions. If you’ve never heard Hyrum Smith speak, here’s what you need to know: he’s energetic, relentlessly upbeat yet no-nonsense, and funny. Probably not.
7 Things to Say When You Catch Someone Doing Something (Nearly) Right
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MARCH 7, 2016
When we talked, I asked Blanchard about the staying power of the concepts in the book. He said of all the concepts taught in the book, he would choose this one above all others: If someone said to me, “Blanchard, if I were to take away everything that you have ever taught in over 40 years except for one thing , what would you hold on to?”. How can I help support you? You’ve got this.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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In his book Work Rules!, 1Why Your Company Will Need to. Rethink Performance Management eGuide Part 1: The Argument. for Change 2 3About this Guide Organizations are increasingly. moving from traditional performance. management systems (organized as. an annual review process) to newer. performance development systems. organized around real-time dynamics). Here, in Part 1, we describe why.
Over-Thinking Things? Here’s How to Get Out of Your Own Way
The People Equation
FEBRUARY 22, 2016
When I interviewed Row for my book review , she told me why it’s OK to have feelings at work—and how those feelings can help you make important decisions. Have you been struggling through a dilemma and spinning your wheels? You know the feeling: you’re trying to come to a decision, but you just can’t shake the niggling sense that something is out of place. And still, no decision.
Why Silence at Work is a Good Thing—For Introverts and Extroverts Alike
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OCTOBER 17, 2016
One of the central themes of Cain’s book is that introverts need quiet to recharge. I am the offspring of two very different personality types: a gregarious extrovert and a studious introvert. My youth was shaped by my mother’s extroverted style. She had a positive, upbeat energy and effortless charm in social situations. From her, I learned how to thrive outside the safety of my home.
The 3-Step Process to Writing Your Personal Social Constitution
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FEBRUARY 29, 2016
Smith for his latest book The 3 Gaps , he described a simple process he uses to help people keep their values first and foremost in their mind. When you’re clear on what you stand for, it’s easier to weather a sea of distractions. Most people are fairly clear about their personal values, but sometimes it’s difficult to stay true to those values, especially at work. Prioritize your values.
The One Minute Manager – A New Leader’s Story
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MAY 7, 2015
She said that this book was easy to read, but contained very important messages about managing people. Marilyn focused mostly on the “praise” section of the book, a wise choice given that we were leading a group of peers. Some accuse this book of being simplistic, but I disagree. Free Book Giveaway. Book Review Leadership Communication Management Personal Effectiveness
Leading Yourself on the Path to Employee Engagement
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MAY 19, 2015
That’s the premise of Kruse’s book: that to achieve maximum employee engagement, both employees and their managers have an equal stake in making engagement a reality. Do employees really want to be engaged? Yet, as Kruse, author of Employee Engagement is for Everyone points out, it’s not only the manager who’s responsible for the feelings of engagement. Wait, what? Jen: How so?
Manners in the Workplace are a Competitive Advantage
The People Equation
OCTOBER 24, 2016
Fast-forward a decade, and Langford has once again stepped into the spotlight with a second edition of her book, The Etiquette Edge: Modern Manners for Business Success. wrote the first book two or three years before the introduction of the iPhone. That’s one reason I wrote the first book and developed the current edition. What prompted you to write a revised edition?
Free Resource – 18 Ways to Think Before You Speak
The People Equation
DECEMBER 4, 2014
And, a bonus – when you download my “THINK” sheet, you’ll also get a link to my e-book “Influence: Your Secret Weapon for Career Success” which is full of specific tips for creating stronger connections both inside and outside your company walls. Why is it so hard to shut up? Go figure. 18 Ways to Think Before You Speak.”
The Promise of Leadership
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DECEMBER 28, 2015
When I interviewed Anderson in advance of the book’s publication, he shared his perspective on a central theme of the book: there are “promises” inherent in every leadership relationship. JM: Your book lays out Four Universal Promises of Leadership. Promise” really means two things in the context of our book. Want to learn more about the book “Mastering Leadership?”
Closing the 3 Gaps – A Blueprint for Inner Peace
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JANUARY 12, 2016
Nearly 30 years after I first experienced the powerful concepts of values-based time management, I interviewed Hyrum for his new book, The 3 Gaps: Are You Making a Difference? The book is less ground-breaking than it is reaffirming; classic concepts stand the test of time because they work. So consider this first book the overview. So we wrote the book of the 3 Gaps.
Mastering Leadership – A Roadmap for Personal Transformation
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DECEMBER 1, 2015
An ambitious new management book aims to help those willing to partake in self-reflection towards personal mastery. Authors Bob Anderson and Bill Adams write that Mastering Leadership is “two books in one.” The first half is written for executives and lays out the business case for the intense personal reflection the authors describe in the second half of the book.
16 Stories to Energize Your Leadership
The People Equation
APRIL 21, 2015
As Chris Edmonds, author of The Culture Engine , writes in the foreword of the recently released book Energize Your Leadership: Discover, Ignite, Break Through , “Energy is a vital quality – at work and outside of work – that is present when people are engaged, enthused, aligned, and valued.”. The book is divided into four parts, with four authors contributing to each part.
52 Messages for Becoming a Disciplined Leader
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JUNE 15, 2015
As a leader, are you committed to “relentless self-control and positive work habits?” In the book The Disciplined Leader, author John Manning makes the case for discipline, writing that effective leaders employ “consistent application of certain mindsets and actions that are vital for [their] success.”. The book is divided into three sections: Lead Yourself. Lead Your Team.
How to be A Great Leader
The People Equation
FEBRUARY 9, 2015
A few months ago, I reviewed Frank Sonnenberg’s latest book, Follow Your Conscience : Make a Difference in Your Life & in the Lives of Others. He has written five books and over 300 articles. It is my great honor to host Frank’s guest post here today. Guest post by Frank Sonnenberg. Great leaders win the support of their constituents by earning their trust and respect.
Why Leaders Need to Understand the Difference between Influence and Manipulation
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SEPTEMBER 6, 2016
Longtime readers of The People Equation know that I’m a huge fan of the book Influencer: The New Science of Leading. recently interviewed two of the book’s co-authors, Joseph Grenny and David Maxfield. As co-authors of the book Influencer I suspect you have a different viewpoint. If you enact a leadership role, you have some measure of influence. Or at home. Maxfield.
People Are Looking to You for Leadership
The People Equation
MARCH 19, 2015
“Every leader has exponential opportunity for influence,” writes Popeyes® Louisiana Kitchen CEO Cheryl Bachelder in her book Dare to Serve: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others. Yet when I first read that passage in Bachelder’s book, I focused on a different part: “People looking to you for leadership”. Isn’t that an interesting turn of phrase? Are you providing it to them?
Leaders See the Potential in Nearly Every Situation
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FEBRUARY 16, 2015
In her book Lead Positive: What Highly Effective Leaders See, Say, and Do , Dr. Cramer calls on leaders to shift their focus from what is lacking to what is working, and where the potential in a situation lies. As part of the Lead Positive blog series , I interviewed Dr. Cramer about her book. That is the subtitle of my book: what highly effective leaders see, say and do.
A New Book for a New Generation: The New One Minute Manager®
The People Equation
MAY 4, 2015
Ken and his co-author Spencer Johnson have updated their classic management book “The One Minute Manager.” ” Here is Ken’s outline of the new book and why it’s as relevant as ever. Today it’s more effective to coach and support people with One Minute Re-Directs. I’m excited about the practical tips we’ve incorporated into this book for a new generation.
5 Ways to be a Leader – and Only One Requires a Title
The People Equation
SEPTEMBER 24, 2015
Now, a book has come along that succinctly summarizes what it means to be a leader—in five distinctly different, yet important ways. This week, the book Co-Active Leadership: Five Ways to Lead launched. But you don’t have to be a personal coach or an executive coach to use this book. The book presents a very simple, easy-to-understand model of leadership. believe it.
Don’t Wait Around for the Company CEO to Explain the Vision
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NOVEMBER 12, 2014
Subscribe to my quarterly newsletter, The People Equation, for tips, book reviews and advice for being a savvy workplace professional. If you’re a manager, did you know that part of your job description includes the ability to translate vague corporate-speak mission and vision statements into actionable tasks for your team? And, it continues with you. Where do you even start?
Are You Listening to Yourself? A #soulsparks Story
The People Equation
MARCH 27, 2015
My colleague Jon Mertz has written a book called Activate Leadership: Aspen Truths to Empower Millennial Leaders and in it, he describes what I experienced that June night as a “Soul Spark” — “those small ignitions of inspiration that fan into big changes, new directions or fresh works.” It happened while I was cleaning up the dinner dishes. Be introspective. Inventory one’s strengths.
100 Thinkers and Speakers about Leadership
The People Equation
DECEMBER 18, 2014
About a year ago, I interviewed Kevin when his book “Employee Engagement is for Everyone” came out. For years, I studied their books, taught classes based on their leadership concepts and along the way, learned a great deal, not only from them, but from the people I taught. Yesterday my friend and fellow HR blogger Robin Schooling tagged me in a Facebook post: . What?!).
Leaders – Use These Tips to Stay Relevant with Younger Workers
The People Equation
NOVEMBER 17, 2014
Sharlyn looks for books, TV shows, and blogs that she normally wouldn’t frequent. How do you stay current with popular culture references and changes in language? If you’re in a leadership position and have accumulated more than four decades of life experience, chances are that your younger team members might from time to time confound you with an unfamiliar phrase. Or, you can always.
Resources for Feedback, Productive Meetings, Leadership and Career
The People Equation
NOVEMBER 10, 2014
covered meetings, giving feedback to a colleague and reviewed a total of nine books on popular HR and Leadership themes such as employee engagement, organizational culture, and establishing a thriving career. So I did a round-up of four books that will help you do just that. Check it out at: 4 Books to Help You Build a Successful Career. People love to hate meetings.
BS That Works – New Video Series
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JANUARY 12, 2015
A few years ago, I read the book Influencer: The New Science of Leading Change. It remains one of my favorite business books of the last decade. If you happen to purchase the book, I may receive a small commission from Amazon, because I’m an Amazon Affiliate. The price of the book is not inflated because of this. the “B.S. Guys”). love this series!
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