Sometimes we don’t have time to respond to every request from everybody for which we are responsible. But, availability is crucial. It is important for people to feel that they can have personal access to their leaders.
Sure, face-to-face discussions are not always possible, however with today’s technological advances, it has become easier to connect with […]
Ethics, character, moral intelligence…some people think these concepts seem old-fashioned. Some leaders cut corners, bend the rules, or shade the truth because they are afraid they might miss opportunities.
Leaders need to build their reputation on an ethical foundation. When the economy gets tough and it gets harder and harder to hit the numbers, sometimes ethics […]
Persuading and Influencing Others: Ethos, Logos, Pathos, Oh My!
People say you have great style…and of course, great substance, too. Sometimes you might feel out-of-balance when trying to persuade and influence others. You might feel a bit like Goldilocks – too hot and too cold, too little too much, too much feelings, too little facts, too […]
Persuading and Influencing Others: Why Don’t They Do What I Say?
You are a powerful person in your organization with a lot of experience and knowledge. However, have you noticed that sometimes, when make your proclamations, people don’t follow through and take action? That makes you wonder, “Why don’t they do what I say?” or “Am I getting my point across?”
Persuading & Influencing Others: How Do I Get My Point Across?
Have you sometimes gotten feedback that you ramble when you share your thoughts and ideas? Ideas keep coming to you and your brain is like a super-computer. Yet, it seems hard to get your point across.
The key to getting your point across is to be […]