______________________ ______________________ Legacy
“Your significance in this world is not measured by what you have attained, or what you have left behind; rather, it is realized by what continues on without you.”Quality Deliverables
"The quality of a team's output is in direct relationship to their leaders' willingness to encourage, empower, and embrace their input." (Graphic)Leader or Manager?
“An analysis of whether your most essential assets are anything other than your employees will be evidence of whether you are a leader or simply a manager.”
The Key …
"Behind every storm cloud, there is a bright tomorrow. The key is in knowing how to find tomorrow, today." (Graphic)Perspective
"Our perception is greatly based upon our point of view. Create a new perspective, by changing your POV." (Graphic)By Example
“Why would we ask our employee’s to perform a task that we ourselves are not willing to do?”
Where is your passion?
“Our passions originate from experiences which have altered our perception …”
Staff Motivation
"Your staff is not motivated by how much you know, but by how much you know, they know. " (Graphic)Control & Power
"If control and power is what you cherish, you will be no good to those under it. " (Graphic)Patience
“Patience often surrenders to time, and dreams go unfulfilled… act as if time is fleeting, as it is.”
Be Yourself
“No matter how hard you try, you can never be something that you’re not.”
Author Archives: David Mills
Want to sound like a leader? Start by saying your name right
How do we sound credible? Dr. Laura Sicola shows how your vocal delivery influences how your message is received, and how to use it to your advantage. Watch Dr. Sicola’s talk to learn how to hone your “vocal executive presence” and make your … Continue reading
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Leadership Wisdom From The Jedi
No mind tricks here; these lessons from a far away galaxy are useful for entrepreneurs, leaders and anyone who is looking to master their trade.
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The Benefits of Being a Lead are Real. But are there Costs?
Notice: Although I do not agree with Simon’s evolutionary views, I do agree with the principles behind earned loyalty. “But leaders we admire, the leaders we follow are the ones that we know would sacrifice their interests to take care … Continue reading
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INTIMACY… is the future of leadership
This is the video version of a blog posted on LinkedIn and GaryXavier.com on April 2, 2015. #humaninteraction 3 Steps to begin leading your people in a more intimate way.
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MINDSHIFT
If you don’t change your mind, the same experience will perpetuate itself – most people go through life never knowing what their talents are – how much time do you have left? – you have got to be relentless! – … Continue reading
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Smart Failure for a Fast-Changing World
The world is changing much more rapidly than most people realize, says business educator Eddie Obeng — and creative output cannot keep up. In this spirited talk, he highlights three important changes we should understand for better productivity, and calls … Continue reading
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How to Manage for Collective Creativity
This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. At the heart of innovation is a paradox: you have to unleash the talents and passions of many people, yet you have to harness them … Continue reading
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