______________________ ______________________ 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
Weiser Security Services 5 R’s of Employee Engagement
The 5R’s is not just a feel good program. Employees matter.
Mentoring your employees…how?
… 2 ways to coach your employees and multiply their effect in your business. Those 2 ways are: 1. Manager/Owner Lead Coaching 2. Peer Coaching How do you coach? Please give us your ideas and feedback.
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Manage the People Managing You
Ed Muzio, CEO of Group Harmonics, says in order to manage your “Role Set”–the people who set expectations with you and those who take up most of your time–you need to build trust. He explains that by using the ICE … Continue reading
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The Importance of Mentoring in the Workplace
Oracle HCM luminaries Row Henson and Aaron Green tell the story of their mentor/mentee relationship. Learn how their careers developed through the experience and pick up tips for structuring meaningful mentor programs in your organization.
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The Strangest Paradox of Leadership
Being a leader is about what you give versus what you get. In this episode I’ll invite you to play with 5 POWERFUL insights on shifting from scarcity to leadership. – Robin Sharma
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How to be a Mentoring Leader
In this short clip, Omagbitse (“Gbitse”) Barrow, a leading Nigerian writer on values-based leadership and personal development speaks about four mentoring skills you can practice to be a better leader and manager. NOTE: I would argue that, for the manager, … Continue reading
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Failure and the Importance of Mentors
Patrick has worked as a consultant, executive coach and educator since 2004 in organisations ranging from Gonzaga College to Trinity College Dublin, Deloitte to Diageo. He has served on senior leadership teams in the not-for-profit sector and worked in human … Continue reading
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Stop Searching for your Passion
What are you passionate about? You’re told these five words hold the key to a successful career and life purpose. What if it’s the wrong question altogether? This talk turns the ubiquitous “find your passion” message on its ear.
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The Importance Of Empathy In Leadership
Empathy is a must-have skill for leadership in the workplace. Devin Singh, assistant professor at Dartmouth College and previous lecturer at Yale University, explains why being an empathetic leader is necessary for managing others at work.
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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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