The Leadership Insights Blog by Liz Weber, CMC, CSP
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Helping Ourselves by Developing Others
This past month has been an amazing time. We have facilitated planning sessions and have provided management training programs to several clients on topics ranging from Strategic Planning to Enhancing Communications.
Why Don’t They…?
Have you ever gone into a store and had a heck of a time trying to find what you wanted? You finally had to have someone lead you to it because the store’s signage was poor. Like me, you probably thought, “Why don't they just put up clear signage?”
Are We All In This Together?
Have you ever had the experience of working with a great group of people who all chip in to get the job done? Each person involved offers ideas on how to complete the project; each volunteers to do an extra task or two to make it happen; each seems excited about the project’s potential benefits.
Go Where Your Customers Are Going To Be
When asked what helped him become the great hockey player he was, Wayne Gretzky infamously replied, “I go where the puck is going to be.” Because of that simple philosophy, he would be at the right place at the right time; he’d get the puck and score.
Service Your Customers – Turn Them Away
I experienced some of the best customer service you can receive yesterday. I was turned away.
I had met with a web site designer to talk about redesigning and upgrading my websites. We discussed the shopping cart and site hosting services I currently use and need.
No Appraisals? OK. But How Will You Keep It Fair?
I've recently had interesting conversations with a few organizations that want my company to work with them in developing their leaders.
Fish In The Right Ponds
I heard Greg Caruso of Successful Exits share a story recently that I found valuable for my clients because of its simplicity and truth. When he was young, Greg loved to fish.
You May Not Like the Way You Have to Lead
When it's your turn to take over and step in to your predecessor's leadership shoes, what is your focus? Is it to lead the way that's easiest for you? Or, is it to lead the way the team or organization needs to be led?