Communication 201: Best Practices for Personal and Professional Connections
What’s the optimal way to communicate a message? Texting? Email? Phone call? Video call? In-person meeting? For many the answers vary, especially when our lives get hectic. But if you’re concerned about best practices when it comes to connecting with others in your personal and professional life, the team at LEADon® has some clear-cut recommendations […]
Specific Strategies for Applying ‘The Rule of Thirds’
In a previous blog, we outlined LEADon®’s principle called The Rule of Thirds which details the three cohorts all leaders interact with in their personal and professional lives. This means that everyone who leads others will always have individuals who fall into one of these three categories: Fans – people who strongly support you and […]
Improving Your Leadership with ‘The Rule of Thirds’
“Why are you always focused on the negative people in your sphere of influence? You’re wasting time and energy on them. Moving forward, focus on the people who will listen to what you have to say.” These words of advice were shared by a mentor many years ago after a challenging leadership event. That guidance […]
From Ashes to Empathy
The legend of the Phoenix has been recited to countless generations since its earliest origins. Even in this modern era, there’s still something inspiring about that mythological bird that had the ability to rise from ashes to new life and limitless possibilities. Indeed, the promise of ‘rebirth’ should resonate with everyone who has endured the […]
Why Madden Mattered
At the end of 2021, we lost an American icon. John Madden passed away at the age of 85 on December 28th. He’d lived a remarkable life, hailing from a small town in Minnesota yet rising to the world stage via the National Football League, broadcasting, and an extraordinary video game franchise. To some people, […]
Dealing with the “Great Resignation” Dilemma Part II
“I subscribe to the great resignation 100%. I have yet to work for a company with a great culture, (that) appreciates me and values my time. I’ve been worn down to nubs, and I’ve only been in the corporate world for 11 years.” This unsolicited testimony came via email to LEADon® in November 2021 during […]
Dealing with the “Great Resignation” Dilemma Part I
Are you aware that a smaller, yet surprisingly powerful epidemic is sweeping through the ranks of organizations just like yours? For lack of a better description, this current economic dilemma is simply called the “Great Resignation,” and it represents another devastating blow to businesses already struggling from the fallout of COVID-19. If you’re uncertain about whether or not this crisis—which is also being labeled the “big […]
Optimism’s Advantage
A quote attributed to Colin Powell provides insight into his numerous accomplishments: Perpetual optimism is a force multiplier. While there are manifold attributes people would associate with a stellar soldier and public servant like General Powell, optimism might not make the list of character traits in many individuals’ minds. However, Powell’s positive outlook not only […]