Tag Archive: leadership development

When Leadership Emotions Take Over Article by Maynard Brusman, October 10, 2019 Employees look to their leader to establish safety and trust. Leaders accomplish this in part with behavior that is rational, calm, logical and wise. They don’t get rattled by letting situations get the best of them. View page

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When Leaders Devalue People Article by Maynard Brusman, October 4, 2019 A surprising number of workers claim that their supervisors don’t value them: that they are treated like subservient slaves. It is a significant reason why people quit their jobs. As a popular saying goes, people don’t leave companies, they leave their bosses. View page

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Leaders Who Dislike People Article by Maynard Brusman, September 25, 2019 It may seem like a contradiction, but some leaders don’t like people. Although they technically need others in order to run a team, they behave in ways that indicate they have no need for them. This proves to be a significant liability and it’s generally not difficult to spot. View page

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Mindful Leaders Develop Their Strengths and Limit Liabilities Article by Maynard Brusman, September 25, 2019 Mindful leaders understand that all their beliefs and behaviors are exposed. They put their character on display every day. Employees rightfully attribute the organization’s success or failure to how the top leader leads. View page

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Emotionally Intelligent Leaders Overturn Liabilities Article by Maynard Brusman, September 3, 2019 Emotionally Intelligent leaders are encouraged to develop their strengths and sharpen their skills to maximize their effectiveness. Many resources are available, including books, seminars, conferences and qualified executive coaches. A coach, of course, can address your specific needs, and customize an approach that perfectly fits your personality, circumstances and goals. View page

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Creating a Purpose-Driven Culture Article by Maynard Brusman, August 27, 2019 Research in social science and organizational behavior points to a critical quality, one that most directs every company’s future: culture. A strong culture consistently leads to robust performance, while a weak culture suffers ongoing failures. View page

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Building a Strong Company Culture Article by Maynard Brusman, August 19, 2019 Some companies prosper and draw the business world’s attention. They continuously grow, innovate and impress. In contrast, others struggle, never breaking through to reach their desired success. The latter must deal with downsizing, financial shortfalls, market-share losses and tarnished reputations. View page

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Visionary Leaders and Vulnerabilities Article by Maynard Brusman, July 25, 2019 We live in an age of remarkable products and services from inventive thinkers with lofty ideas. These visionary leaders, who don’t think or work like anyone else, have started businesses based on novel concepts, and those whose achievements greatly impact society are afforded special status. View page

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Visionary Leaders Article by Maynard Brusman, July 25, 2019 Visionary leaders like to walk among the clouds, devoting themselves to the future, the impossible and the things that could be. Unfortunately, businesses must be run with both a widescreen view and in-the-trenches focus, so pure visionaries with only big-picture mindsets are vulnerable to losing track of their enterprises. View page

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Values-Based Authentic Leadership Article by Maynard Brusman, June 23, 2019 Companies can no longer be impersonal buildings where employees show up each day, carry out their duties and shut off their brains before going home each night. The most successful leaders know that employees want a rewarding work life—an environment that cares for them, values their contributions and gives them a chance to learn and grow. View page

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