Leadership is an art that can be applied to all aspects of life. As with the development of any new skill, it helps to have a solid knowledge foundation and be a life-long learner. Described below are six of our favorite books. They have stood the test of time and are valuable reading for anyone […]
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“At times, our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.” — Albert Schweitzer Since 1863 when Abraham Lincoln declared Thanksgiving as a national holiday, it has become the busiest travel
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How would you rate your emotional intelligence (EI)? Defined as an awareness of your own and others’ emotions, it is also the ability to manage those emotions in ways that help others productively navigate difficult situations. It is a prerequisite for good leadership in that it helps you to deal with challenges and build relationships.
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“My expectations were reduced to zero when I was 21. Everything since then has been a bonus.” — Stephen W. Hawking, English Physicist “Expectations were like fine pottery. The harder you held them, the more likely they were to crack.” — Brandon Sanderson, Author Expectation Management: Key to Your Success Whether aware or not,
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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the resurgence triggered by the Delta variant has placed an incredible amount of pressure and stress on all of us. This stress is even higher for leaders. You have the added responsibility of driving business success and maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, all while navigating strange
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Many first-time managers experience a let-down when they shift from being an individual team member to a formal team leader. They discover that the skills and attributes that made them successful in the past are not nearly as helpful in leading others—and they are not quite sure what to do differently. For those who were
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