I've just discovered that my favourite blogger, Seth Godin, is also a columnist with the Harvard Business Review. However, even in this mainstream venue, he retains his quirky preoccupation with what's wrong in the world. He prises open our minds and this is certainly true when he redefines failure, so we recognise various forms of "getting by" as actually various ways of failing. Below are his eight examples with his introductory...more
At each moment of the day we work to balance the inherent feminine and masculine internally and externally. Both states are present within our natures – the dynamic and the receptive. In our work, we speak to the feminine in all – men and women. Yet, in the conditioning of the western world, many have come to see the feminine as women in the physical form – so lets explore there.Women of vision have taken us to new heights...more
Leadership is an interactive conversation that invites people to explore personal responsibility, passion, accountability and commitment. Here are 6 principles to guide these capacity-building conversations:1. In an authentic conversation change happens. Effective collaboration, discovery and coaching can happen on the dance floor of conversation.2. Begin a conversation with questions that set the tone for a respectful exchange. Just ask to-the-point information-seeking questions, like: 'What is our intention? What are you here for? How do you want to spend our time together?' Be clear of your intention prior to the conversation.3. Conversations are not meant to be structured. Be open to conversations that you are unprepared for and focused on the interests of the other person (not your purpose). You know all about yourself already – get curious about the other.4. Collaborate with potential rather than colluding with issues. Rather than getting pulled into solving problems that may not matter to the other person, allow time for the person to get to what's really important. Provide spaces where they can express their doubts and fears by being a thoughtful...more
Looking at the positive impact that a good CEO leadership program can bring to the table in your niche of the market today, it can be exciting to say the least. Some of the finest business institutions have called upon services like these and have shown that the programs they participated in have made a genuine impact on their business in general....more
Whether you're a teacher, a manager, or a parent, you should probably already know that powerful leadership does not revolve around the boss or the leader, but also on the team, whether it is in school, at the workplace or in your house.Leadership has made some about face in this busy and driven times, top down leadership is no longer the buzzword...more
An organization no matter how small or big it is calls for a leader. The leader on the other hand cannot just be someone. He has to be an effective leader, so to speak. Anyone can become a leader but only a few can exhibit effective leadership.Now there is a big gap of difference between these two terms. An organization cannot be suited to survive if no effective leadership is exuded by the head. In order for things to work out smoothly and effectively, there must be someone who can lead the group and the members towards the betterment of things.As is the practice, leaders are usually elected or chosen by the organization members. He cannot be chosen to handle a complicated task if the members have no faith in him. It is therefore the responsibility of the chosen leader to prove to everyone how effective he can be in leading everyone to success.As the very famous words of the Chinese philosopher, Confucius, states it, "a leader is the one whose followers are impelled to follow him because of what he is and what he does". It then follows that the leader must be able to influence the members. However, the influence must be rooted from good things.Groups have specific goals and...more
In a busy workplace, a manager usually reacts out of habit. He doesn't think, "What's the best way to handle this?" He just handles the situation the way he usually does, because it's familiar. Hopefully, that way of doing things is effective.Suppose...more
Good news! The people skills that are the core of effective leadership skills are powerful beyond the world of work. They promote strong relationships with friends and family. You can - and you should - use them with your kids. Think...more
So, you're thinking of becoming an entrepreneur! That's great! Tired of working long hours for someone else that doesn't value you or your hard work? Looking for more time with the family? Want to make your own hours? Are you sick of...more
Being able to build and develop your leadership skills over a career is a fantastic achievement. Not only has the pursuit in professional and personal development shown you that you possess terrific and rare control over your behaviour, attitude and...more
Becoming a leader, for many, can actually be a very stressful time for them. I appreciate that to be a leader is often a 'dream' or big ambition for many, but that doesn't mean this period of transition is one completely devoid of stress. This will...more
I've just discovered that my favourite blogger, Seth Godin, is also a columnist with the Harvard Business Review. However, even in this mainstream venue, he retains his quirky preoccupation with what's wrong in the world. He prises open our minds and...more