Ten Things that don’t Matter Much – One that Does
Leadership Freak
APRIL 27, 2015
Leaders who neglect what matters always fall short. 10 things that don’t matter much: Sitting at your desk. Past success. All the good reasons things can’t be done.
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Six Things Effective Leaders Do To Help Retain Employees
Eric Jacobsen Blog
APRIL 6, 2015
'I had the pleasure of interviewing Leigh Branham over the past few years. He''s the author of the popular book called, The 7 Hidden Reasons Employees Leave , and he''s the owner of the Overland Park, KS-based business called Keeping The People. He told me that in research that he has done about the leaders of companies that have won " Best-Place-To-Work " competitions in 45 U.S. cities, that there are six things these effective leaders do that don''t cost money.
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Unlock Conversation With These Seven Question Keys
Kevin Eikenberry
APRIL 13, 2015
'We have all encountered locked doors in our lives. Most of them are literal slabs of wood or metal, keeping us from moving to someplace we want to go. And to get through doors, keys are required. The keys I am sharing with you today however, unlock more than a literal door. They are key […]. The post Unlock Conversation With These Seven Question Keys appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
How to Look for Emotional Intelligence on Your Team
Harvard Business Review
APRIL 29, 2015
Of all the ways to test for emotional intelligence, the marshmallow test might be my favorite. You put a child in a room, set one marshmallow in front of her and explain that, if she’s able to wait 10 minutes before eating it, she’ll get an extra marshmallow to enjoy. Then you leave her alone. If the child can hold off, it means she has is able to self-regulate — a key component of emotional intelligence.
The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones
Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC
Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult
The Most Important Leadership Idea, Today
Leadership Freak
APRIL 14, 2015
'A young leader asked, “What’s the most important leadership idea?” He wants the down and dirty truth. The one thing. Honestly, my answer changes.
12 Refueling Strategies That Work Today
Leadership Freak
APRIL 17, 2015
'Foolish leaders believe they can take more out of life than they put in. Well, maybe it isn’t foolishness. Maybe it’s arrogance. Only God never runs dry.
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APRIL 13, 2015
'You can try and fail one or two times. But, persistent failure – in the same area – signals incompetence. Everyone who gets ahead establishes a track record of reliability.
Be Respected While Making Unpopular Decisions
Leadership Freak
APRIL 4, 2015
'Indecisive leaders drive people crazy. “My boss won’t make a decision!” But, unpopular decisions have negative backlash. “The boss doesn’t care what I think.
The Leader You Don’t Like Doesn’t Like You Either
Leadership Freak
APRIL 19, 2015
'It’s likely that at least 50% of the people on your team are unhappy with their jobs. 65% would like a new boss.** Leaders don’t like the people they lead, either. Have you heard leaders complaining about colleagues, superiors, or employees? Who hasn’t? People don’t leave organizations, they leave people.
How to Solve People-Problems
Leadership Freak
APRIL 22, 2015
'The problems we have with each other are more dangerous than the problems we have with competitors. People-problems get worse when they’re ignored. Organizational turmoil diminishes, when nagging people problems find resolution.
Future of HR: Navigating Transformation in the Digital Age
Speaker: Jeremy York
Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the rapidly evolving HR landscape as we examine how technological innovation, regulatory changes, talent strategies, and evolving diversity approaches are reshaping the profession. This webinar will provide HR professionals with practical insights on leveraging AI and emerging technologies while maintaining compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.
Only 35% of U.S. Managers are Engaged
Leadership Freak
APRIL 9, 2015
'Disengaged leaders lead disengaged teams. Only 35% of U.S. managers are engaged in their jobs. Is it any wonder that only 30% of the workforce is engaged.
Servant Leaders Aren’t Doormats
Leadership Freak
APRIL 2, 2015
'Book Giveaway! Leave a comment on this post to become eligible for one of twenty free copies of, “Dare to Serve: How to Drive Superior Results by Serving Others,” by Cheryl Bachelder, CEO of Popeyes Serving for the sake of serving is noble. Serving for results is servant leadership.
10 Ways to be Wide for Those Who Feel Superior
Leadership Freak
APRIL 30, 2015
Nothing limits leaders more than believing they can succeed without others. Superiority, masquerading as self-confidence, makes leaders look down on others. Marginalizing people limits their potential and yours.
What to do when Working Harder Doesn’t Work
Leadership Freak
APRIL 29, 2015
Mary feels like a caged animal. Barry, her inexperienced manager, just set a goal of increasing her production by 15%. She already works overtime! Mary asks, “What do you suggest I stop doing?
4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience
Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton
Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.
You Have a Manipulator on the Team If…
Leadership Freak
APRIL 28, 2015
Manipulators make you feel bad when you don’t give them what they want.
There is No Halo of Exceptionality
Leadership Freak
APRIL 15, 2015
'You are as unexceptional as you are exceptional. Everyone sucks at something. There is no halo of exceptionality. Skill or talent in one area doesn’t bleed into others.
Four Ways to Get Ahead in Your Organization
Leadership Freak
APRIL 6, 2015
'Everyone who rises within an organization does things to please people with power. Getting ahead within organizations always includes making someone happy. 4 ways to get ahead within organizations: #1.
10 Ways to Connect and Get Results
Leadership Freak
APRIL 1, 2015
'Leadership’s indifference to input is one reason employees are silent. Curiosity is an inconvenience to anyone who already knows. Leaders who lack curiosity, need it the most. New ways of seeing depend on new questions.
How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide
Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll
Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha
Four Ways to Use the Past to Ignite Passion
Leadership Freak
APRIL 26, 2015
To disrespect the past is to insult those who built the present. It’s difficult to insult people and get them on the team at the same time.
5 Ways to Rise Above Self-Affirming Nonsense
Leadership Freak
APRIL 16, 2015
'It’s pointless to get things done and lose yourself along the way. Who you are, while you get things done, is the most important thing about you.
How Confusion Gives Way to Clarity
Leadership Freak
APRIL 8, 2015
'I often receive emails that include things like, “Do you have any suggestions or advice?” Occasionally, I ask if they’d like to talk.
12 Ways to Deal with Your Incompetent Manager
Leadership Freak
APRIL 11, 2015
'It’s “Solution Saturday.” Erin suggested we discuss leading up.
The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?
Speaker: Jeremy York
2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.
How to Prepare for 7 Dangerous Failures
Leadership Freak
APRIL 20, 2015
'Everyone who focuses on failure becomes negative, unless they do something about it. Successful leaders ask, “What could go wrong?” The most successful leaders fail successfully.
7 Ways to Reach Bull-Headed Teammates
Leadership Freak
APRIL 21, 2015
'You’re banging heads with bull-headed teammates. It’s not the facts. It’s personal disposition. Personal disposition often determines the “right” decision. Personal disposition. Visionary disposition.
In Praise of Incompetent Managers
Leadership Freak
APRIL 10, 2015
'Imagine you weren’t as competent as you believe. How would you treat your team? The problem is, you can do it “better” yourself. Do-it-yourself managers: Get things done. Want the job done right. Have confidence and grit. Don’t need to be told what to do. Make important contributions.
Solution Saturday: Maintaining Motivation
Leadership Freak
APRIL 18, 2015
'It’s “Solution Saturday” and Ken asks how to maintain motivation two or three weeks after a layoff, for example? Patterns make or break you, not one moment.
Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right
Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg
Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.
Enough with the Curiosity
Leadership Freak
APRIL 24, 2015
When you ask too many questions, people wonder what you’re after. The need to preserve image makes curiosity uncomfortable. Sincere curiosity is a gift to all but the insecure, skeptical, or status driven.
5 Principles for Finding Release
Leadership Freak
APRIL 5, 2015
'The dark side of leading is the secret pain you can’t release. 7 reasons leaders can’t release painful experiences: Feel the pain, still. Fear recurrence. Don’t feel heard. Have an ax to grind.
How to Solve People-Problems Pt. 2
Leadership Freak
APRIL 23, 2015
'Behaviors, not theories, solve people-problems. This is part-two of, “How to Solve People Problems.” Scan part-one here. How to solve people-problems: Let’s focus on the people-problem of low morale. #1.
If You Can’t be with the One You Love
Leadership Freak
APRIL 3, 2015
'You’d love to avoid them, but you’re forced to work with them. Why can’t that “pain in the neck” co-worker, boss, or employee just go away?
The Upskilling Advantage: Transforming Your Workforce For Future Growth
Speaker: Brian Richardson
With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too
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