The Seven Laws of the Rut
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 31, 2015
What you do when you’re tires are spinning determines your future. Law #1. Stop spinning your tires. The first law of the rut is the most important.
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Q&A With Best Selling Author And Expert Storyteller, Paul Smith
Eric Jacobsen Blog
AUGUST 4, 2015
Paul Smith Paul Smith's book, Lead with a Story , is one of the top 10 books I recommend every leader should read. In his book, Paul demonstrates how storytelling is a powerful business tool that can mean the difference between mediocre results and phenomenal success. Since the book was published about three years ago, my admiration for Paul's passion for storytelling and helping to teach people how to effectively tell stories has only but grown.
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What I Learned at My Class Reunion
Kevin Eikenberry
AUGUST 3, 2015
Recently I attended my 35th High School Class Reunion. Actually, I did more than attend it; I hosted it at our farm. I graduated with about 115 other kids in 1980, and as Class President, I have been involved in the planning of all of our class reunions (though early on, my role was much […]. The post What I Learned at My Class Reunion appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
A Simple Yet Powerful Way to Handle a Stress Episode
Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 27, 2015
I’m sitting behind a long table, flanked by a marketing manager on my right and an entrepreneur on my left. We are an admission jury at an elite French business school. The candidate seated before us has spent the last two years toiling in a high-pressure preparatory school to get ready for this interview and the entrance exams that preceded it.
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
How Introverts Succeed in an Extrovert World
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 27, 2015
Introverts succeed when they, “Stop trying to be like extroverts and tap into their strengths.” Jennifer Kahnweiler, author of, The Genius of Opposites. Tap strengths: Listen and paraphrase.
The Behavior Leaders Fail at Most
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 19, 2015
The research of Kouzes and Posner indicates that seeking feedback is the behavior leaders fail at the most.* Useful feedback enables you to compare self-perception with the perception of others.
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How to be Authoritative without being a Jerk
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 13, 2015
Fear only works when the big bad leader is present. The sigh of relief when jerk-leaders leave the room signals disengagement. The most effective leaders are authoritative, not authoritarian.
The Leadership Behavior Employees Most Want
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 11, 2015
We often search for the most important thing. Christine Porath, associate professor at Georgetown University, along with other researchers, believe the leadership behavior that employees most want is respect.
Stepping into an Open Field
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 30, 2015
Controlling leaders hold back talent, push down, and under utilize. Wouldn’t you love to work with a leader who led you into an open field? Wouldn’t it be great if you were one?
The Real Work of Leaders
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 4, 2015
Leading begins when the performance of others becomes top priority. The real work of leaders: Create environments where people love coming to work.
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.
How to Hold People Accountable
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 6, 2015
Successful leaders believe in accountability. When I say, “Leaders hold people accountable,” who comes to mind? Employees, right? Authentic leaders think of themselves, as well as others, when they think of accountability. Authority without accountability is abuse. Beginnings: Accountability begins with leaders, not employees. If you want accountability from others, become accountable to others.
Work Backwards to Fulfill Dreams
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 9, 2015
A dream without expression is a liability. If you can’t grasp a bit of your dream today, it’s a nagging inconvenience. Big dreams that diminish the value of imperfect progress are burdens.
5 Painful Leadership Blunders Successful Leaders Avoid
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 3, 2015
The sting of doing your best and falling short is a giant kick in the gut. 5 painful leadership blunders: Believe others perceive you the way you perceive yourself. Blind spots prolong frustration.
I Felt Compassion in His Voice
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 26, 2015
Some leaders are jerks. The good news is, you can have heart and lead.
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.
How to Succeed with People in Authority
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 2, 2015
Don’t expect advancement while resisting or opposing people in authority. Success within organizations is determined by people with authority. They authorize raises, promotions, and determine who participates in high value projects.
4 Things that Drive Employees Crazy
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 10, 2015
We love to think about what drives leaders crazy. But, what about employees? Red tape. The reason red tape drives employees crazy is they want to get things done.
Lessons from Abraham and Joseph
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 16, 2015
I asked Facebook followers for a title for today’s post. “How leaders of today can learn from leaders in the Bible,” received the most thumbs up.
12 Secrets for Successful Coaching Conversations
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 5, 2015
You care about coaching because it’s the path to energy, responsibility, fulfillment, and results at work. You also care because the workforce desires opportunity, purpose, development, mentors, and coaching.
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
A Little Embarrassed
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 17, 2015
Sometimes I put my foot in my mouth. Upon reflection, I’m a little embarrassed by a question I asked Bill George, author of the new and updated version of, Discover Your True North.
Finding Your Greatest Contribution
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 18, 2015
The worst thing in life is recurring frustration that could be avoided. In life, everyone repeats until they learn. Your greatest contributions are the answers you find while navigating tough times – storms.
13 Things That Are Changing My Life and Leadership
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 7, 2015
I’m surprised at how much I want others to change and how much I resist it in myself. Change is exciting when it’s about others. Growth is change. No change; no growth.
Solution Saturday: How to Convince the Older Generation to Change
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 22, 2015
The value of not changing is things stay the same. But, “If change is happening on the outside faster than on the inside, the end is in sight.” Jack Welch The question: I was asked at a recent speaking engagement in Chicago, “How can I convince the previous generation to change?
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.
Succeeding with the Bottom 10%
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 21, 2015
Every organization has a bottom 10% of employees, leaders, and managers who perform poorly. Your goal, if you can’t remove the bottom 10% is to maximize the situation. 7 reasons for poor performance: Negative environments where managers are dictatorial, disconnected, or incompetent. Leadership that tolerates poor performers. No honor for high performers.
Solution Saturday: One of my Colleagues Rubs me the Wrong Way
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 1, 2015
Dear Dan, I work with a person who just rubs me the wrong way. I get along well with most people, but can’t seem to figure this one out.
7 Ways to Make Team Meetings Work Today
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 14, 2015
Team meetings that don’t work drain vitality. We’ve all been there. The leader is in love with their own voice, for example.
How to Establishing Connection with Anyone
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 25, 2015
A rose by any other name would smell as sweet, works for roses, not people. People don’t like “any other name.” They like their own. I’m terrible with names. It might be genetic. I was the oldest of five children. When mom was upset, she went through my brothers’ names before she finally arrived at, “Danny!
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.
Solution Saturday: Dishonest and Boasting
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 15, 2015
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Coaching Insecure Employees
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 12, 2015
Affirm an insecure person and they explain why your affirmation is false. You talk about their talent. They explain their faults. You celebrate a win. It rolls off their back. Insecurity deflects affirmation.
Connecting with Elders and Power Brokers
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 28, 2015
Know-it-alls never ask real questions. Leaders who always know; dominate, dictate, alienate, isolate, and eventually stagnate. Young and old often know too much and ask too little.
Solution Saturday: Did I Damage Relationships
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 29, 2015
This question comes from Megan in New Mexico: After working with employees for years you reach a point where you can often predict their opinion or next move.
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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