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LEADERSHIP INSIGHTS
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses success. Typically, success breeds success. However, there are times that some successful leaders can be lulled into a false sense of security. The difficulty with continued success is that the world is changing around them. As these changes occur, successful leaders will realize that what worked before may not work today and adapt accordingly. Those that do not realize this is occurring, may realize that they are not as […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the importance of focus. We have found that primarily, leaders that focus more in-depth on business while at work have more success and stronger employees than those leaders that do not have a clear focus on their work, goals, and vision. When leaders have balance in their focus, not only are they able to have more impact with their team but also have stronger, more in-depth relationships with those […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the legacies we leave behind. When things get tough in business, what will your legacy be? Part of our legacy is our children seeing us go through the hard times and seeing that it is not all about money. Children and employees seeing us uphold integrity, honor and cheerfulness even through the difficult times is a valuable, powerful legacy. Additionally, leaving behind a clear vision of a better future […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses possibilities. What is actually possible in life? In order to change what is possible, we have to change our view of life and do something different, including taking risks. Success comes from not focusing on the problems, but the value of what is possible. That energy will help push through the problems/obstacles. Creating a powerful vision with your team and organization helps create that energy. We encourage you to […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses and shares his insight and wisdom about focus, or intentionality. It is a huge mistake to base a decision or our actions based on what we think their intentions might be. Rather than intentions, we need to look at the behavior, the actions. We encourage you to ask yourself the following questions: Are you focusing on the behavior and not the intention of a person? When coaching your leaders, […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the value of having and working through good conflict between team members and with the team and the leader. Whether you are a part of a small team or a very large team, one of the most important elements is that of engagement: – Team Members engaging each other – Engaging in good conflict – The Leader engaging the Team Having conflict or different viewpoints or frustration can be […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses and shares his insight and wisdom about playing the “best game”. Every organization is political to some degree. The best policy when it comes to politics, etc. is: “The best game is no game”. The best ideas will ultimately win out if the culture supports trust and sharing of ideas. We encourage you to ask yourself the following questions: Do you let office politics, rumors, etc. goad you into […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the importance of families telling stories. Readers Digest published an article about how family stories play a vital part of children’s development. Not only are these children better able to communicate but they are also better able to understand emotions and have higher self-esteem, which can lead to increased coping skills. Whether it is a family or business, make sure you are telling your people (family or teams) about […]
In this week’s video blog our expert guide, Don Hadley, discusses the importance of engaging. One of the things most missing with building visions and goals with teams, divisions and organization is engagement. Many leaders are great at energizing and focusing their people but not engaging with those around them. We encourage you to ask yourself the following questions: How do you engage your employees and team members? Do your leaders and teams know how to think rationally and take […]