What To Do When You Are Confronted
WHAT TO DO WHEN YOU ARE CONFRONTED (A Good Follow-Up on Resolving Conflict) Five Rules to Follow: 1. Don’t Get Defensive We tend to defend ourselves. 2. Thank the Person For Coming Directly To You Yes, thank them! They could have complained to others...
How Goals Will Propel Your 2021
As you begin 2021, approach the New Year with better focus and more discipline.In my Quest of the Keys Personal Development System, there is an entire section on...
Sizing Up Leaders; 5 Questions to Ask
What determines whether a leader is strong or weak? Asking these questions may give you the answer! 1. Does the leader have growth potential? A. Are they the real deal? You can’t reach your potential trying to be someone else. B. Do they play to their...
Three Types of People
THREE TYPES OF PEOPLE GIVERS- TAKERS- MATCHERS 1. MATCHERS Most people are matchers; they are willing to share as long as others do the same. 2. TAKERS These people automatically think of themselves first. They consider their interests ahead of others...
13 Behaviors of Excellent Leaders
IF YOU ARE A LEADER; LEAD WITH EXCELLENCE! 1. Talk Straight. Let people know where they stand. 2. Demonstrate Respect. Treat everyone with respect. 3. Create Transparency. Err on the side of disclosure. 4. Right Wrongs. Make things right when you are...
Five Practices that Nurture Joy
1. Keep Things in Perspective Perspective Stake (news you thought was devastating at the moment) 2. Discover Something to Laugh about Every Day What Does Laughter Do For You? Laughter reduces stress hormones, lowers blood pressure and...
Lessons From Andy Griffith
I have been watching Andy Griffith since I was a child. There are many great lessons to learn from the interaction with Andy and his family, friends, or any of the characters in the show. Here are seven of the best lessons: 1 Andy does not let rules get in the way...
Vulnerability Cures
Do you struggle with being transparent and authentic? Try these vulnerability cures to strengthen your relationships. 1 Admit when you are wrong 2 Ask for forgiveness 3 Don’t be a know it all 4 Ask questions if you need clarity 5 Share your weaknesses 6 Ask for...
THREE MAIN CAUSES OF RELATIONSHIP CRASHES
As a leader with people reporting to you, your day revolves around relationships. I want to share with you what I believe are the three main causes of relationship crashes in the workplace. FAILURE TO HONOR AND RESPECT OTHERS Everyone deserves honor and respect. ...
