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How to inspire and motivate your team
(hint: it’s all about listening)... What comes to mind when you think of inspiring people? Motivating them? Do you picture a charismatic leader on stage giving a speech? Maybe getting a standing ovation at the end?...
6 characteristics of an emotionally intelligent leader…
This isn’t a news flash: soft skills are no longer optional. We know this. We recognize it especially when unhealthy team culture hinders productivity or…when an emotionally UNhealthy leader causes systemic issues in...
How to engage all generations in the workplace…
How to support a multi-generational workforce. -Cast a clear vision and create an environment that inspires ownership and accountability. -Hire and lead people who are more knowledgeable and experienced—don’t be the...
10 things no one ever told you about being a leader…
So, you want to be a leader? That’s great! Being a leader is one of the best ways to make a positive impact, to care for people, to multiply your efforts in achieving a goal, and leave a legacy. But, there’s much more...
Are you the bottleneck for your team’s growth and success?
Did you know that most leaders are directive? That means: they have a top-down, command-and-control style. And many are this way without even knowing it. Here’s why—these leaders are responsible. Yes, that’s a good...
How a leader’s awareness saved an employee’s job…
“I think I’m part of the problem,” she said in amazement. She’d tried to help her employee improve his metrics—for months! She wanted him to be successful and thought she'd tried everything. She’d even worked with HR...
Leadership is not just about RESULTS
It’s about RELATIONSHIP. Here’s why… High turnover costs a lot. And not just in terms of budget, but let’s talk budget to start. According to Gallup, employee turnover cost can range from one-half to two times an...
3 reasons GREAT team culture isn’t common in today’s workforce…
Before I started Executive Impact, I was the Senior Corporate HR leader of a company that grew from 250 to 10k employees in less than 5 years. During that time… we built a business dream team culture where employees...
Feedback is HARD to give
But it can be the best thing you do as a leader… There’s a right way and wrong way to give constructive feedback to your employees… The right way means: You don’t have to be the bad guy Your employees leave the convo...