______________________ ______________________ 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
Ten Leadership Theories in Five Minutes
“There’s nothing so practical as a good theory.” Here are ten of them, summarized by Professor Michael Zigarelli, for those who want to lead more effectively.
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How Do You Coach a Difficult Employee?
Wouldn’t you like to have an effective, short term process to help your under-performing employees and at the same time eliminate your frustration and reluctance about confronting these people?
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My Job is Killing Me – Managing Your Stress
Stress management is the ability to maintain control when situations, people, and events make excessive demands on you. Learn how to recognise symptoms of stress and stress management techniques in this video.
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Are you the leader or just the boss?
THE TEAM SECRET IS: Everyone must know his or her own skill and know it perfectly. Until they know themselves, they can’t play well, or sing well with others. THE LEADERSHIP SECRET IS: To be able to extract the excellence … Continue reading
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The Social Change Model of Leadership Development
Dr. Susan R. Komives of the University of Maryland discusses The Social Change Model of Leadership Development, one of the most widely used models in higher education.
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Work-Life Balance and Peak Performance
Described by the Examined Life Institute as one of Australia’s most outstanding writers and commentators, Nigel Marsh speaks from direct personal experience, giving his views on communication, change, and work/life balance. Nigel is renowned CEO and performance coach and best-selling … Continue reading
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Learn how to manage people and be a better leader …
Aspire to be a better leader? Then you need to be a team player with the right character traits, interpersonal and communication skills.
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Don’t Mistake Leadership for Management
Entrepreneurs need to remember the difference between leadership and management. Both are important, but for startups, leadership is really crucial.
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Tolerate Weakness in Your Employees
David Roche, president of Hotels.com, on why you need a team with diverse weaknesses as well as diverse strengths.
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Leading Through a Crisis
David Lammy, member of British Parliament, offers four ways to bring a team or organization through a tumultuous time, based on his experience leading through the London Riots.
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What Do People Want from Their Leaders?
Gareth Jones, London Business School fellow, lists the four attributes you need to secure loyal followers. “Effective Leadership: Excite People to Exceptional Performance”
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Why is leadership development important?
What is the most difficult thing that leaders must learn to do? In this video, author and leadership coach, Lee Ellis, describes why leadership development is important and the core challenge that comes with growing into an honorable leader. The … Continue reading
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Culture and Ethics
(Extract) In today’s economically challenging society we are forced to focus on the bottom line. This is the responsibility of every employer to their workforce and families. However, we must always remember that the true capital of any organization is … Continue reading
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Developing Leaders
Antony Bell, CEO, of Leadership Development, Inc. illustrates the importance of developing leaders.
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