LESSONS IN LEADERSHIP VLOG
Mistakes Happen
We all struggle with something. Each of us has made a mistake or hurt somebody, whether it's at work or at home. I know I have. What matters in these moments is honest reflection, confessing our failures, and awareness of how to improve moving forward.
Check out this video to hear about my mistake and what I believe we can all learn from it.
We all struggle with something. Each of us has made a mistake or hurt somebody, whether it's at work or at home. I know I have. What matters in these moments is honest reflection, confessing our failures, and awareness of how to improve moving forward.
Check out this video to hear about my mistake and what I believe we can all learn from it.
Leading with Purpose Part 2
Last week, we started a conversation about leading by design rather than by default.
This week, we continue with another step you can take to bring greater purpose to your leadership.
Last week, we started a conversation about leading by design rather than by default. (If you missed part one, watch it before continuing on).
This week, we continue with another step you can take to bring greater purpose to your leadership.
Check out the video above as we dive into the powerful topic of personal mission statements and values.
Leading with Purpose Part 1
In order to have maximum impact, we need to be leaders by design rather than by default.
We need to be intentional about living with purpose and developing ourselves as leaders.
I invite you to discover some amazing steps you can take to transform your leadership. Check out this week's video for step one: identifying your gifts.
In order to have maximum impact, we need to be leaders by design rather than by default.
We need to be intentional about living with purpose and developing ourselves as leaders.
I invite you to discover some amazing steps you can take to transform your leadership. Check out this week's video for step one: identifying your gifts.
It's Time to Get Out of the Office
When is the last time you took a break? Maybe you feel like you don't have enough time to make it happen. We need breaks to be our best in our work and our lives. Let's do it! Let's get out of the office!
When is the last time you took a break? Maybe you feel like you don't have enough time to make it happen.
We need breaks to be our best in our work and our lives. Let's do it! Let's get out of the office! Check out the video above for more.
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Exciting Opportunity for You
Do you want to become a more effective leader? A stronger communicator? I mean, who doesn't, right? The real question is: what are you willing to do to make it happen?
I'm excited to announce this new opportunity for you! If you are looking to learn more about how to advance your skills, this is for YOU!
Every superstar leader is a follower. They have a coach. And I would love to be yours. Watch the video to learn more.
Do you want to become a more effective leader? A stronger communicator? I mean, who doesn't, right? The real question is: what are you willing to do to make it happen?
I'm excited to announce this new opportunity for you! If you are looking to learn more about how to advance your skills, this is for YOU!
Every superstar leader is a follower. They have a coach. And I would love to be yours.
One Word To Change Your Year
The key to making 2020 your best year yet is to STOP making resolutions and START taking action. One way to help you get started is to pick a word for your year. Find one word that encompasses your vision and goals for the year.
In the last video, I said the key to making 2020 your best year yet is to STOP making resolutions and START taking action. One way to help you get started is to pick a word for your year. Find one word that encompasses your vision and goals for the year.
Check out the video above to learn how to find your word and start making progress on your goals for 2020.
Stop Making Resolutions
Many of us like to start the year by making resolutions. We have big ideas of what we would like to change or accomplish in the new year, but sadly, 90% of resolutions are abandoned by the end of January! The key to making 2020 your best year yet is to STOP making resolutions.
Many of us like to start the year by making resolutions. We have big ideas of what we would like to change or accomplish in the new year, but sadly, 90% of resolutions are abandoned by the end of January!
The key to making 2020 your best year yet is to STOP making resolutions. Instead, make a plan to take action...starting today! Check out the video above to learn how to guarantee progress on your personal and professional goals.
Is It Time To Seek Counsel?
Each of us has areas of our lives where we are quick to seek counsel. Maybe it is filing your taxes, buying a home, or handling a medical issue. However, when it comes to our professional lives, we may be slow to ask for advice.
Each of us has areas of our lives where we are quick to seek counsel. Maybe it is filing your taxes, buying a home, or handling a medical issue. However, when it comes to our professional lives, we may be slow to ask for advice.
Successful people don't take on challenges alone. Great leaders know they can grow and learn from others. Check out the video above to learn how seeking the counsel of others can help you to find the best solutions to life's challenges.
What Kind Of Community Are You Building?
Do you ever feel like you don't belong? Have you ever found yourself in a group wondering if you are making a difference? We all have a natural desire to belong and to know that what we do matters. The solution to this longing is community!
Do you ever feel like you don't belong? Have you ever found yourself in a group wondering if you are making a difference? We all have a natural desire to belong and to know that what we do matters. The solution to this longing is community!
Every day, you have the opportunity to find purpose and a sense of belonging through community. Check out the video above to learn how you can create community wherever you go.
Stop Being Nice!
No one benefits when you are "nice". When we are nice, we worry about hurting feelings and avoid telling the truth when it's uncomfortable. Being nice won't get you anywhere and it definitely won't deliver the results you need.
No one benefits when you are "nice". When we are nice, we worry about hurting feelings and avoid telling the truth when it's uncomfortable. Being nice won't get you anywhere and it definitely won't deliver the results you need.
There is a better way! People don't need you to be nice. What they really need is for you to be kind. Check out the video above to learn how to stop being nice and start driving results with kindness!
Teamwork Makes The Dream Work
We have all head the encouraging mantra "teamwork makes the dream work" but what does that really mean? It all starts with putting the team above ourselves and rallying behind a shared goal.
We have all head the encouraging mantra "teamwork makes the dream work" but what does that really mean? It all starts with putting the team above ourselves and rallying behind a shared goal.
Together everyone accomplishes more. Check out the video above to learn the key elements required to help your team become more efficient and effective in reaching your goals and dreams...together!
3 Steps To Embracing Change
CHANGE. That word can evoke different emotions in each of us. Whether you love it or dread it, change is inevitable. Though you can't avoid change, you can embrace it as a necessary part of growth.
CHANGE. That word can evoke different emotions in each of us. Whether you love it or dread it, change is inevitable. Though you can't avoid change, you can embrace it as a necessary part of growth.
There are three keys to embracing change to make a positive difference in your personal and professional life. Check out the video above to learn how you and your team can embrace change and become more efficient and effective in reaching your goals.
Stop Trying To Improve Your Weaknesses
It is natural to feel the need to improve areas of weakness in your life. Though it may sound like a good idea, working on your weaknesses is NOT the best use of your time. It is far better to continue developing your strengths.
It is natural to feel the need to improve areas of weakness in your life. Though it may sound like a good idea, working on your weaknesses is NOT the best use of your time. It is far better to continue developing your strengths.
This does not mean you get to ignore your weaknesses. It is important to be aware of your shortcomings but there is a better way to deal with them. Check out the video above to learn the best way to address your weaknesses so that you can focus on your strengths.
How To Find Fulfillment In Difficult Seasons
As we pursue our goals, we often run into obstacles and trials that can turn into seasons of frustration. In those seasons, it can be difficult to feel like we are still moving forward and it can be a challenge to see the daily successes.If we are not careful, we may start to give up on our goals.
As we pursue our goals, we often run into obstacles and trials that can turn into seasons of frustration. In those seasons, it can be difficult to feel like we are still moving forward and it can be a challenge to see the daily successes.
If we are not careful, we may start to give up on our goals. Our focus can shift to simply surviving and waiting for the season to pass.
Check out the video above to see how you can celebrate small successes and find fulfillment even in the most challenging seasons.
What does it mean to "Make It"?
We often talk about what it takes to "Make it". But what does that really mean? The answer begins with how you define "it". We may define success as a lifetime achievement, a promotion, a financial goal, retirement, etc. The challenge is, we may spend our entire lives working toward those pinnacle moments which may or may not become a reality.
We often talk about what it takes to "Make it". But what does that really mean? The answer begins with how you define "it". We may define success as a lifetime achievement, a promotion, a financial goal, retirement, etc.
The challenge is, we may spend our entire lives working toward those pinnacle moments which may or may not become a reality. There is nothing wrong with pursuing long-term goals and dreams, but what does that mean for your life today?
Check out the video above to learn how adjusting your definition of success can bring personal fulfillment today and every day.
How Is Your Inner Game?
When measuring success and personal development we typically look at tangible and measurable outcomes. However, your greatest asset for achieving your desired results cannot be seen on a status report or spreadsheet. What drives results is your inner game.
When measuring success and personal development we typically look at tangible and measurable outcomes. However, your greatest asset for achieving your desired results cannot be seen on a status report or spreadsheet. What drives results is your inner game.
Your inner game is the place in your mind that determines how you approach each new opportunity, challenge, and failure. Is your first response to look internally to see how you can make a difference and get better or do you look externally to blame others and circumstances?
Check out the video above to learn how your inner game is driving your results.
The Secret To Building A Winning Team
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. In the same way, a team is only as strong as their weakest member. One person cannot build a strong team on their own. A truly great team is the result of each member doing their part and performing at their best.
Are you doing your part? Are you taking responsibility for your role on the team and working with excellence?
A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. In the same way, a team is only as strong as their weakest member. One person cannot build a strong team on their own. A truly great team is the result of each member doing their part and performing at their best.
Are you doing your part? Are you taking responsibility for your role on the team and working with excellence?
Check out the video above to learn how you play a vital role in building a winning team.
The Best Way To Beat Discouragement
We have all experienced the power of a word of encouragement. On good days and bad, someone taking the time to share how they appreciate you can make all the difference. Regardless of our circumstances, we all face life's challenges better when we feel appreciated.
We have all experienced the power of a word of encouragement. On good days and bad, someone taking the time to share how they appreciate you can make all the difference. Regardless of our circumstances, we all face life's challenges better when we feel appreciated.
Who in your life can you encourage today? You never know who is fighting discouragement and needs to be reminded of their value.
Check out the video above to learn how you can help others and yourself fight off discouragement through the power of appreciation.
What Qualities Are Influencing Your Leadership?
A question leaders often get asked is "Who has influenced your life the most?" At a recent speaking engagement, I heard the company president answer this question in a unique way. Instead of listing off people who had influenced his life, he share the qualities of people who shaped his leadership.
A question leaders often get asked is "Who has influenced your life the most?" At a recent speaking engagement, I heard the company president answer this question in a unique way. Instead of listing off people who had influenced his life, he share the qualities of people who shaped his leadership.
His response was a great reminder that rather than following the example of another leader, we should look at the character of those who have positively influenced us and embody those qualities into our own leadership.
Check out the video above to learn the top 3 qualities leaders should be looking for in mentors and modeling in their own leadership.
3 Steps To Better Decision-Making
Every day we make hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions. As a leader, your choices not only impact your business and life, but they also affect the lives of others. People are depending on you to make the best decisions!
Every day we make hundreds, if not thousands, of decisions. As a leader, your choices not only impact your business and life, but they also affect the lives of others. People are depending on you to make the best decisions!
To lead effectively, you need to give serious attention to your decision-making process. Check out the video above to learn the 3 critical steps to increase the effectiveness of your decisions and your leadership.