Definition of leadership has many aspects, yet it agrees that a leader is one whose magnetic personality galvanizes people for some cause. Not by words, but by their actions is the way great leaders influence their followers. They do what they preach. Their presence is enough to motivate people, as they act as a catalyst.
While there are different qualities of leadership, the qualities leaders are most known are having vision and working to implement those visions.
Success is no longer a selling game , nor is it up to training, service, operational efficiencies or catchy mass advertising. Not when the lines between these industries are blurring and competition for clients, agents and prospects is ratcheted up. Successful people know the importance of action. If you are failing at this time I […]
Leaders all have different qualities but there are at least 7 qualities that are common to all leaders. If you want to be someone that people look up to and trust you can develop these qualities in yourself to strengthen your team and your business.
The first trait that all leaders share is that they are […]
Inspiration comes at both ends of the leadership equation. Leaders are called to guide and lead from many different directions but there is always an element of emotion and inspiration. The call to act as a motivator, guide, teacher, and mentor is usually the first step in a process whereby an individual begins […]
More and more businesses are seeing the value of establishing mentoring programs for their employees but finding it hard to keep up with demand. Matching each employee with a mentor, with all the demands and responsibilities connected with the commitment, is a daunting task. One solution is to form a circle of mentors […]
Many people, including many colleges and universities, are firm in the belief that leadership is an inborn trait and cannot be taught as a field of study. This belief is rooted in the historical context of charismatic leaders who rose to leadership roles as a response to economic, religious, and political events. Looking […]
It is hard to believe that you company could be blessed with too many leaders and the possibility of that happening is indeed remote. But what do you do when you need a leader to be a follower?
The role of a leader is not fixed and changes with the needs of the […]
I have worked with stacks of businesses over the years. Often I am asked to name the most important indicator of whether or not a business will succeed or fail - my answer is always - Look at the CEO. CEO’s and their personal style can make or break a business.
A […]
This title means what it says…don’t just brand your business, but brand yourself! ‘You are your business’ -especially in the Micro and HBB sector. It is very important for potential clients to trust you as well as your business. So put some energy into branding yourself, as well as your business.
Have a personal plan for […]