If you are a Leader, CEO or Business Owner, complete this 10-question Leadership Self Assessment. The point of this assessment isn’t to pick the “right” answer but the one that is most true for you. That you know the right answer is of very little value. After...
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The Out-of-Touch CEO
“They aren’t stepping up. It’s like we’re having the same conversations over and over again. The same problems show up over and over. There’s no sense of accountability or ownership. I swear, some days it feels like I’m herding cats!” This has been the refrain of...
[Note from Nancy] One of my scariest moments in business
When I started my consulting business in 2002, one of the biggest challenges was how to face one of my worst fears. Not running out of money (though that happened), not having to go back and get a job (though that almost happened) but how to work with the High...
Why Other People Are So Annoying
Perhaps today it was on your way to work. Or maybe it was at the getting your kids ready for summer camp. Or even when you went out to grab lunch. If you’re like most people, at some point today, tomorrow or very soon, you will be annoyed by another person. Some are...
What DISC Style Makes The Best Leaders?
Years ago, I was approached by a new client to coach an Engineering Manager they had just hired a few months prior. Although his day-to-day tasks on certain projects were completed sufficiently, they weren’t seeing the “leadership potential” they had hoped to see when...
Manager vs. Leader…What Really Is The Difference?
The business world needs both great leaders and great managers, but most people don't do both well. The tables below summarize the major differences between managers and leaders, taken from a book called “The Leader Within” by Ken Blanchard. As you read...
Managers…Are You Stingy With Praise?
Quick! Think of the best coach, manager or teacher you’ve ever had. Now think of some of the characteristics that made them the best. Chances are they were knowledgeable, good communicators, and great at giving constructive criticism. But I also bet they were good at...
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Mean Girls – in the Workplace?
In the past month, I’ve had two clients contact me with almost the exact same problem. A female employee, newer to the job, was quitting or had quit because of two other women in the office excluding them, not supporting them, and essentially, being mean. I have to...
How To Handle Stinging Criticism
Usually when I publish an article or blog post, I get very positive feedback. Everything from “you go girl” to “that was exactly what I needed to hear.” However, once in awhile someone will react badly to something I’ve written and take the opportunity to let...
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