Please, just listen! When I ask you to listen to me and you start giving advice, you have not done what I asked. Then, when I ask you to listen to me and you begin to tell me why I shouldn't feel that way, you are trampling on my feelings. Likewise, when I ask you to listen to me and you feel you … [Read more...] about Please, Just Listen!
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The Evolution of a Business Owner
It is quite rare for a business of most any kind to be able to adequately plan succession in the ranks of their mid-management staff. So often, a manager must be replaced in quick order. In that instance, should you look for a replacement within your ranks, or should you go outside to find a … [Read more...] about The Evolution of a Business Owner
Coaching to Reach High Performance
A coach can only be effective if someone wants to be coached. Frankly, that's not entirely true. Some coaches live with the myth that someone always listens when they speak. Well, that's also not quite true. A coach constantly gauges how much input to give versus listening or asking questions to … [Read more...] about Coaching to Reach High Performance
Lead From the Front Line
I often get calls from clients about various leadership-related scenarios they face. Sometimes they already know the answers but want to hear alternative ideas. One thing is for sure; there isn't just one way to handle leadership questions on the front line. Questions from the Front Line Here is … [Read more...] about Lead From the Front Line