Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 10, 2012

If you are just tuning in to Let’s Grow Leaders, we are in the midst of a Saturday Series about developing young leaders. On weekdays we return to our regular leadership fare. What Does Your Mommy Do? I have never had one of those jobs they sing about on Sesame Street. As with most of us, [.] The post Leadership for Kids: A Great Way To Teach Your Kids About Leadership appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

The title of this post should really be 5 Steps to Have a Career that Makes the World a Better Place. But the first thing about making the world a better place is that if you really want to do that, you’ll have to make some compromises. Like, I have to write blog post titles that will rank high in Google searches instead of writing the titles I feel most like writing.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

There’s nothing worse than feeling like you’re being smothered, and micro-managers are really good at making you feel that way. They hover over you, constantly check in, offer instruction when none is needed, and expect you to do things their way and on their schedule. Micro-managers don’t allow you to have any freedom and eventually, work can start to feel like a prison sentence.

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NOVEMBER 27, 2012

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 3, 2012

What children’s books are the most helpful in teaching leadership to kids? I posed this question in my online leadership communities, as well as to parents, and a children’s librarian. The suggestions came pouring in. So many of us have fond memories of reading as a child and of reading with our own children. [.] The post Children’s Books on Leadership– Questions to Inspire Young Thinking appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 16, 2012

Thanks for joining in for our continued Saturday series on developing leadership in kids. Today’s post builds on the exploration of Children’s Books on Leadership. On Monday, we return to our normal leadership fare. A guest post from Sandhya Varadharajan, Age 13, Chennai, India I connected with Sandhya through social media from our shared connections [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Apparently today is “Plan Your Epitaph” Day. So, although I don’t usually post on Fridays, I couldn’t resist a short one. We move so fast, working through the urgent. It’s a nice reminder to consider the legacy we are working to leave. In her meditation “Set in Stone”, in Walking Towards Morning Meditations, Victoria Stafford urges [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

This month many folks I know are participating in the Facebook Daily Gratitude Challenge. They are posting ”something for which they are truly grateful” each day. My friend Lisa wrote, “I am grateful for gratitude.” Ah, I thought… now that is something to consider. What is grateful? What does it mean to be truly grateful? How does [.] The post Grateful Gone MIssing?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

Today I offer my grace of thanksgiving for all that I have been given. I also whisper a humble grace for the messy work that is helping me to become. May you too be blessed in your grappling this Thanksgiving. “Cultivate the habit of being grateful for every good thing that comes to you, and [.] The post Thanksgiving Grace and Grappling: Growing Beyond Easy appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 1, 2012

Why would a customer choose you over a competitor? Many companies have trouble articulating that answer, says Steve Van Remortel, author of the new book Stop Selling Vanilla Ice Cream: The Scoop on Differentiating Your Company Through Strategy and Talent. After helping hundreds of companies build successful strategies, Steve asserts: “There is no difficulty any [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 27, 2012

Turnaround situations offer a great opportunity to lead. I had one mentor whose tongue in cheek advice was, when considering taking a new job “always look for the one where the guy before you was an idiot…” I get most excited when the situation is a big mess. In such scenes there seems to be [.] The post Turnaround Tactics: The Dos and Don’ts of Dramatic Improvement appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

A Guest Post by Steve Van Remortel, Author of Stop Selling Vanilla Icecream How to Make 2013 A Great Year: Start Today! As we approach 2013 I challenge you to make it a great year. I want to give you one simple tool to help you become better in all the areas of your life: [.] The post Create a Life Map: How to Make 2013 A Great Year appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Bob (not his real name) pulled me aside after the meeting. “I’ve been reading your blog and all the books you talked about. I went out and got 5 mentors, all of whom are giving me feedback. I’ve been trying out new behaviors and asking for feedback on how I am doing. I’ve been thinking [.] The post Development Deluge: Are You Working Too Hard?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2012

The best leaders I know have one song stuck in their head as they enter performance appraisal season. “I can’t get no satisfaction? Nope “You can’t always get what you want?” I sure hope not. I see them humming, that old Christmas classic, “Do you Hear What I Hear?” Where The Input Begins Great performance [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 13, 2012

I will always brush my teeth before I go to bed. That’s pretty easy. I will always exercise at least 5 times a week. Unless. I get stuck in the airport… my kid gets sick…there’s a hurricane… A bit harder. As leaders we have long lists of intentions. We do our best to keep our [.] The post The Power of Always: Making Commitments You Can Keep appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 8, 2012

Do you run effective meetings? When was the last time someone left one of your meetings and told everyone, “that was a GREAT meeting. You’ve really got to come next time.” Do you have a good sense of what they are saying? Would they come if they had a choice? Many companies use the idea [.] The post Are Your Meetings Effective? Measure Your Meeting “Net Promoter Score” appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 6, 2012

“She’s more focused on her career than the business” “He’s applied for so many promotions. He doesn’t seem to know what he really wants to do next, he just wants the title.” “Every time I talk to that guy he tells me how great his team is doing” “I’m not sure what it is, she’s [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 15, 2012

“A great deal of talent is lost to the world for want of a little courage” -Sydney Smith He trembled a bit as he approached the microphone. His thoughts crystalized into a profound truth. I have a been unemployed for several years. I have many talents. I have much to offer this community. Just a statement. [.] The post Talent Timeout: Sharing Your Hidden Talents appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 5, 2012

You believe in servant leadership. Empowerment is your middle name. Results are strong. The team is happy. And then… Someone makes a really bad decision. The consequences are big. Your boss is not happy. How could YOU let that happen? Why weren’t YOU more involved? And you begin to wonder about the person who made the [.] The post Empowerment Run Amok: How One Bad Decision Leads To Another appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 28, 2012

Climate matters… in crowds, in teams, in organizations. Does one person have the power to shift the climate from fun to frustrating? Can another person change it back? What can you do? It’s Cold? We were bundled up in our coats and boots, but the biting air still stung as we waited in line for [.] The post How to Change the Climate appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2012

Finding a great mentor is hard. A lot goes into making mentoring work, but above all it starts with find a great connection. I spent today launching a new mentoring circle, with a bit of a twist. Instead of a pure skip-level experience, all of my direct reports were involved, along with high-potential managers from [.] The post Speed Mentoring: Jump Starting Deeper Connections appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

The term ”hot mess” typically refers to someone disheveled on the outside with some redeeming qualities on the inside. Urban dictionary defines a “hot mess” as “when one’s thought or appearance are in a state of disarray, but they maintain an undeniable attractiveness or beauty” Leaders can go a long way by getting clothes that fit, [.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 21, 2012

Do you hope for increased productivity? The solution may be closer than you think. A guest post from Karin Rigas, Greve, Denmark Karin Moeller Rigas has worked as a Sales Manager, Executive Coach, and Management Consultant within Retail Banking for more than 25 years. Founder of www.emodigy.com, an e-learning site for managers, she is the author [.

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Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

When someone asks you, in an interview, “What is your weakness?” do not give a b t answer. Saying something like, “I pay too much attention to detail” is actually a terrible answer for someone who is getting hired to do detail work. It means you have a deficit in the exact area you’re tying to get hired for. The best answer to the question is when you tell a truthful answer, because it’s very unlikely will be hired for the thing you are most weak at doing.

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Penelope Trunk

NOVEMBER 10, 2012

I’ve been writing about myself for as long as I can remember. I’ve lectured on writing at places like Boston University, Brown University, and the University of Paris. My first book was a memoir that Publisher’s Weekly said was “quick, punchy prose that keeps the reader riveted.” (A really big rule about selling something is that you don’t offer something cheaper first, but whatever.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 20, 2012

You know that person who always has something to whine about? Super annoying, right? Working with a constant complainer can be a challenge for a variety of reasons. And if you’re not careful, the situation could go from an irritation to a serious career killer. Unfortunately, there’s a lot of bad advice out there regarding this topic. My recommendations are a little different, but I think you’ll understand—and agree—after reading this article.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

They say work and life aren’t supposed to intermingle , but I’ve never believed that to be possible. No matter how hard you try, there will inevitably be a time when stress in your personal life distracts you from matters of work. Whether you’re dealing with a sick child or a dying pet or a personal medical scare, you can’t always just walk away from work while you deal with your emotions.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

In case you missed it, I held my free coaching call for the quarter earlier today. You can listen to the recorded version using the audio player below. During this session we covered so much, including (but not limited to): How to know when it’s time to quit. How to get others to see your real value. How to get your resume noticed. How to handle a chronic complainer.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 14, 2012

Ah, change: That mixture of glorious opportunity and crushing chaos. How do you deal with change? Do you kick and scream or do you roll with the punches? Find out which end of the spectrum you land on when it comes to handling the inevitable changes of life. There are some people in this world who simply don’t handle change very well. They prefer stability and routine.

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Eat Your Career

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

This article was originally published on U.S. News & World Report. On the list of irritating workplace habits , excessive tardiness lands at the top. Being a chronic late-arriver puts you at a serious disadvantage professionally and it could even jeopardize your career. Put simply, when you’re habitually late, you appear: Selfish. Disrespectful.

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