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The Thoughtful Leaders BlogLeave a ReplyHungry for appreciation
“There is more hunger for love and appreciation in this world than for bread.” Mother Teresa
Whenever we teach feedback skills – to new managers, experienced managers, or even senior leaders – we always reinforce the need for more positive feedback in the world. Not just empty accolades, but real, specific, and actionable positive feedback. Related Posts:Leave a ReplyBoiling water and a key to leadershipIt’s a simple concept: Water is hot at 211 degrees – One degree more and it boils. That extra degree makes a world of difference, changing the water’s composition and generating steam. We see the same in life and leadership. That one extra degree of effort, commitment, stick-to-itiveness, or confidence can make a huge difference in finally reaching a goal, achieving success, or solving the problem. Related Posts:Leave a ReplyThe four leadership lessons of laundryI am the main laundry-doer in my household, and sometimes it simply feels like I’m a scullery maid. Like the laundry simply multiplies when left alone, and as soon as I’ve finished, there’s somehow another load to be washed, dried, folded, and put away. There’s always more, and I seem to endlessly head up and down stairs with clothes in various stages of cleanliness. Related Posts:Leave a ReplyLeave a ReplyWhat Are You Building?I was reminded last week of the following parable: A traveler is passing by a construction site where he sees three workers. He asks the first: “What are you doing?” The worker says, “I’m cutting this stone.” The traveler asks the next man, “What are you doing?” The second worker says, “I’m earning a paycheck.” The traveler asks the next, “What are you doing?” And the third worker says, “I’m building a magnificent cathedral.” Related Posts:Leave a ReplyLeave a ReplyAre you vulnerable to an employee exodus?As signs of economic improvement appear, leaders like you are asking themselves how they can be sure to retain their best employees – many of whom may be sought after by other employers and may be frustrated or dissatisfied with changes that have taken place in your organization over the last couple of years. Last week our blog post on rebuilding trust, The key word is TRUST, addressed this issue and offered ideas for getting ahead of the potential employee turnover and creating a climate where employees can once again be engaged, productive, and successful. Related Posts:Leave a ReplyHow to get out of your own way
“If you think you can, you can. If you think you can’t, you’re right.” Mary Kay Ash
Recently a client was facing a challenge at work, a “growth opportunity” if you will, a chance to lead a team through an intense project – and she knew she couldn’t handle it. Related Posts:2 Responses to “How to get out of your own way”Leave a ReplyThe key word is TRUSTOf all of the many workplace issues we encounter, one of the most impactful and pervasive is lack of trust. Quite often employees’ mistrust surfaces in times of change. As change occurs, employees will have questions – most unasked – about the reason for and impact of the changes. They will want to know how the change will affect them personally. They will be watching, waiting, and talking around the water cooler about what they see and what they believe is happening. If organizational change is not accompanied by visible and accessible leadership, effective communication, and opportunities to provide input and engage in dialogue, trust will be damaged. Related Posts:Leave a Reply |
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Thank you Chatsworth Consulting for this timely Thoughtful Leaders Minute. For the last couple of days I’ve been allowing doubt to creep in and not turning to my faith and support to keep me focused and balanced. This in addition to a scripture I read this morning has reminded me of something I know, but I sometimes forget – I can do it! Keep’em coming….
Thank you for the comment, Tirza. Glad this post came at the right time for you. There’s no better affirmation than “I can do it!”
You might also enjoy this blog post on introspection and positive thinking: A Thoughtful Leadership tip from a monk on Wall Street