Section
Leadership
Leadership ideas and considerations
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Leaders Are Not Managers
Despite decades of research and countless books and articles written on the differences between management and leadership, confusion persists between these two critical roles in organizations. I’ll be blunt. Leaders…
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Strategic Leadership in a Nutshell
Let’s discuss the complex topic of strategic leadership and break it down into simple terms for easy understanding. Many times, the complexity of Strategic Leadership is underappreciated. This is a…
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Five Ideas to Help Develop Your Team Identity
Developing your group or team’s identity can be a challenge. This is especially true when your team is larger and more diverse. However, some things can be done to establish…
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Knowing Roles and Responsibilities
The importance of understanding and distinguishing between the various roles and responsibilities within an organization is crucial for organizational leaders. It is essential to comprehend the distinct roles of management,…
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Resistance to Change and What You Can Do to Help
The Greek philosopher, Heraclitus, is attributed with saying, “The only constant in life is change.” Dr. Ken Blanchard uses the metaphor of “permanent whitewater (Blanchard, 2018, p. 209).” Both are…
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The Danger of Authority Bias and Social Proof Regarding Leadership Advice
Leadership is a crucial aspect of any organization or community. It involves guiding, directing, and motivating others to achieve a common goal. However, not all leadership advice is created equal.…
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The Adversity Nexus: The Danger of Safety
The “Adversity Nexus,” also known as “Robertson’s Cycle,” is a comprehensive model that outlines the interconnected stages governing the rise and decline of individuals, organizations, and nation-states. The model emphasizes…
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Solve DEI Issues With Vision
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives are programs and efforts implemented by organizations to promote and ensure the representation and fair treatment of individuals from diverse backgrounds. These initiatives aim…
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You Need Leadership Development, Not Coaching
When it comes to leadership coaching, studies have demonstrated that regression into pre-coaching views is common. There is a really good reason why this is true. I believe that sharing…
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Pep Rally Leadership
There seem to be two basic approaches to leadership and its development. There is the “pep rally leadership” approach, and then there is the approach that utilizes the actual science…
