Leadership

In one interpretation of [leadership][3], a leader is one who is constituted through others. That is to say, a leader does not exist outside of authority that is conferred through others. A leader is the result of relationships brought about by other people who share passion, inspiration and innovations. An archaic business model includes people, humans, as “resources”, “personnel” to be shifted, procured, retired. In this system, in this organizational model, people are looked at as units of production and are treated in a mechanical fashion.

Effective Leadership

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August 13, 2014

What makes a leader? Is it an innate talent or is it something that can be learned? This is a question that I am curious about because it seems that there is so much material books, ebooks, webinars, courses, presentations, etc. describing what a leader is supposed to have but not exactly describing the process. For example, von der Heydt of Amazon lists 17 qualities of great leaders 1 which include some descriptions such as:

Are You Committed? Or Compliant?

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July 30, 2014

At work, when you are requested to make efforts to fulfill a goal, vision, task, etc., what are the emotions that you experience? Are you able to name that emotion (or emotions)? How do you describe the physical sensations that you experience in those situations? This is just an example situation that I use to illustrate the distinctions that exist between the emotion of “commitment” versus the emotion of “compliance”.

A Definition of Courage

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July 24, 2014

“What is courage? In what ways does it manifest in your life?” Sometimes, in conversations, I find that asking these types of questions help to create a space for discovery. From my understanding, the word courage has its roots in “coeur” which comes from the Latin, “cor,” for heart 1 and is “the ability to do something that frightens one[self].” In spite of the fear that you experience, in what ways do you choose to make decisions and take action?

Making Decisions – Japanese Style!

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July 17, 2014

Earlier in my career, I took a two year sabbatical and went to Japan to learn, study and teach. I went from a city of 1 million to another of 37,000 souls. It was a shock, to be sure, but it was a time of tremendous learning and growth: personal, emotional, mental and spiritual. The journey was the most enriching experience of my life at that time. Making Decisions? Before we get into what constitutes making decisions, it is appropriate to set the context for what a decision is.

How Well You Deal With Difficulty Defines Your Leadership Skills

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October 9, 2013

How well do you deal with difficulties? If you are successful in business or in your career as a manager, there’ll be times where you are up against tough situations and how you cope with these can define you as a leader. The types of difficulty you face can come in a number of forms and they could involve problems with personnel or outside situations that impact your business. A strong leader will persevere when hardship strikes, grow in his or her knowledge, and discover how to get around the same problem later on.

Working With A Business Coach Has Significant Benefits

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August 25, 2013

As there are numerous great benefits to having a business coach, many executives and business owners are looking to hire them. You could hire a coach to help with an individual issue, or you could hire one to help you become more motivated and productive. Let’s focus in on some of the benefits of getting your coach. One reason to have a coach is so that you have somebody to help encourage and motivate you.

Prevent Painful Leadership Mistakes

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August 1, 2013

If you want to be the sort of leader that everyone admires, then you need to be sure to avoid certain mistakes. These errors occur somewhat routinely and can trigger severe damage to a business if not addressed. It is essential to avoid these critical mistakes or your business, no matter how prosperous it is now, will fail miserably. Common Leadership Mistakes A real leader is someone who’s going to be willing to learn and try new and different things.

A Business Coach May Not Be Right For Everybody

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July 14, 2013

Learning is a must in business or in life You and I are a product of what we learnt, whether in business or life. If you want to be successful in your business, you need to have a mindset for success that may not be for you currently. In the event you didn’t learn it during your upbringing, you are going to have to learn it some time. Whether you have got a mentor, a business coach, or just learn it from your parents, you need to get to manage a business somewhere.

Embodying Leadership

Effective Leadership

Are You Committed? Or Compliant?

A Definition of Courage

Making Decisions – Japanese Style!

How Well You Deal With Difficulty Defines Your Leadership Skills

Working With A Business Coach Has Significant Benefits

Prevent Painful Leadership Mistakes

A Business Coach May Not Be Right For Everybody

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