Stepping Out of the Blame Game

Are you or is someone around you an It's Not My Faulter? It's Not My Faulting is becoming a serious condition afflicting far too many people at home and in business. Such people lose confidence in themselves and others lose confidence in them, chaos and low moral begin to take over. It's a slipper slope! It's time to Step Out of the Blame Game and take responsibility for your life.

Leadership Character Traits - 21 Core Qualities to Guarantee Success (Part 3 of 4)

Your character is comprised of 21 distinct qualities that distinguish you from other people. Character is a constant standard that enables you to evaluate your daily performance and helps you to determine to what extent you have control, discipline, order, and precision in your life. This report is part three (3 of 4) of a four part series, which explains 21 distinct character traits.

Successful Leadership - Beware The Silver Bullets

We are all tempted to keep looking for that one person, that one application, that one solution, that one customer that will make all the bad things go away and breathe new life into whatever we've been stuck with. The Silver Bullet - the epiphany - the stroke of lightning that cures all ills. Billions of dollars are spent every year on hope - and Silver Bullets - with little if any positive effect.

The Special Sauce of Leadership

What is the trait that separates the ordinary leader from legendary one? What is that thing that turns an ordinary hamburger into a Big Mac? What is that special sauce? It’s empathy.

Solving Mankind's Problems - Sound and Fury Thoughts of the Day

With all the chaos and controversy out there these days one has to wonder why they should bother to get involved in political causes or even humanitarian efforts. Those who have passion often believe that there are causes worthy of fighting for, but are they really? One intelligent gentleman states;

If You Don't Question Your Leadership Ability Somebody Else Will

Have you ever given yourself a leadership check-up? A vital leader seldom waits for failure before appraising his or her leadership skills. It's important to take the time to reflect on your own leadership development. Reflection turns experience into insight. These eight questions will help you evaluate your leadership strengths and weaknesses. You can then fine-tune your personal development program accordingly.

Successful Leaders - 27 Truths Critical To Success

The 27 Truths are a compilation of beliefs, best practices and practical advice we have gained from work with many successful leaders. We offer them as a tool as you go about the business of building your career, and helping others build theirs.

What Are Values and Why Are They Important? - Part 5

This article discusses corporate and personal value alignment and how it is possible to have shared values between organizations and individuals that allow for positive and productive relationships.

The Art of Leadership - Talking the Walk

Superb communication is the cornerstone of great leadership. Whether you are a corporate executive, a team leader, or a front line manager, whether a teacher, a community leader, or a parent, you can get superior results by effectively honing your communication skills.

Virtual Trust in Mobile Organizations - Nu Leadership Series

Examine how organizations can foster trust in virtual organizations. Nu Leadership is a column that explores the changing workforce and social environment as it relates to leadership development.

You Are A Nucleus

An ego centered leader strives to be the center of attention. His goal is to get what he can from the people around him. The focus of the ego is always on getting what it thinks it doesn't have. A leader who is capable of transcending ego needs, realizes that she already is a center, a nucleus from which radiates her power. Influence is her power and it does not come from a mindset of getting. It comes from a mindset of giving.

The Psychology of Leadership - Understanding the Influence of Inspirational Leaders (Part I)

Leadership is NOT about changing the mindset of the individual or group, but in the cultivation of an environment that brings out the best and inspires the individuals in that group...

The Fundamental Purpose of Leadership

Leadership theory is stuck in the past. It needs a radical shake-up. It's purpose has shifted from motivating employees to promoting change. Now, leadership has nothing to do with managing people.

What Most People Are Unwilling To Do, And Fail Because Of It

Almost every person on the face of the planet wants something more than they have right now. Unless they are dead, they long for a life that is full of happy, fulfilling relationships. They long for more money than they know what to do with. There are things that every single person on this planet wants that a very large majority of them will never get. The reason this is true is simple. They are not willing to do what it takes to get those things. They absolutely refuse to become the person it takes to do those things. If you are to live the life of your dreams, you must know what that life is, and then become the kind of person who lives that life.