______________________ ______________________ 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
Starbucks CEO Talks Business
Brendan Barns, founder of the London Business Forum, interviews Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz. *Some excellent insight concerning the necessary focus of any business or organization!
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Lead Without a Title
“Regardless of what you do within your organization or the current conditions of your life, it is absolutely essential for you to remember that you have the power to show leadership where you are now planted – and shine at … Continue reading
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Managing a Career
Nitin Paranjpe, President, Home Care, Hindustan Unilever Can you think to much about career planning? What will I do differently when I get “there”? What should I prepare myself for?
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The Balance
Management and leadership are two words that are often used interchangeably in our modern day vernacular, especially when referring to someone in a “power position” within an organization. However, although some of the attributes may be complementary or even appear … Continue reading
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How to Stay Motivated During Tough Times
It’s easy to become discouraged during hard times. Increased problems, such as job insecurity, fear of the unknown and everyday stress, can lead to anxiety and depression. When so much is out of your hands, it’s important to remember what … Continue reading
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Resolve to Empower Others in 2015
Saying to self : “I am going to empower more people in 2015 !” Remember: “People are the most motivated when they are growing and contributing”
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Three Keys New Year Success Overlays
This time of year is great for reflecting. As a leader, it’s important that you wind business down for the holidays and preserve some time for yourself to think and to recharge. Maybe you’ll do that thinking while you’re looking … Continue reading
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Neuroscience for Leadership
Dr. Tara Swart discusses how neuroscience can be applied to leadership and be used by managers today. Put this book on your 2015 reading: Book Link
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Cultural Difference in Business
One of the elements of the cultural difference between Europe and China is the importance that is given to relationships. In the West you would assume the importance to be the same, but there is a significant distinction. In China, … Continue reading
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The power of empathy …
Dr. Helen Riess has devoted her career to research on the neuroscience and art of the patient-doctor relationship and teaching psychiatry residents and medical students. Her research team conducts translational research based on the neuroscience of emotions. The effectiveness of … Continue reading
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2 Reasons Why People Resist Change
Does it stress you out when people in your organization resist change? Or maybe you’re frustrated that your company doesn’t BUY-IN to the changes that you’re making? In this video, I explain that it’s not actually CHANGE ITSELF that people … Continue reading
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Top Rule On Leadership …
Show Up! Leadership is truly the most amazing and beneficial skill you can develop in business and in life so it makes sense to start developing your leadership skills now. One of the top rules of leadership is simply just … Continue reading
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Leading Like a Swan
Gill Rider, president of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development, says teams perform best when managers are calm and authentic.
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Followership and Leadership
Ronald Riggio, Ph.D. is Henry R. Kravis Professor of Leadership and Organizational Psychology at Claremont McKenna College. Professor Riggio has been at CMC since 1996. Prior to that he worked in the Cal State and University of California systems for … Continue reading
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… The Best Boss Ever?
Will Your Employees Say You’re the Best Boss Ever? How you can determine whether you demonstrate the proven best practices of great bosses.
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