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Become A Better Leader By Consciously Modeling Leadership Behaviors
Leadership is not something that can be turned off like a TV. Leaders need to be always on because they are on stage constantly being observed. As a leader, you should take this awareness in and remember it daily. You are a constant model for other employees who could...
Recommended Books on Values-Based Leadership
In the past, I have written about the importance of values in an organization. Some of the blog posts include: BMW’s Values Driven Leadership Quick Tips to Create an Engaged Workforce Got Employee Engagement? Develop Your Company Values First Here are some books I...
Book Review: QBQ! The Question Behind the Question
QBQ! The Question Behind the Question by John G Miller is a quick read and a great message for today's business and social environment. This book is all about personal accountability and how questions can lead to pitty parties, blame games, and procrastination. Be...
In These Uncertain Times, Transformational Leaders Are Needed
Our future is uncertain and changing rapidly, which requires leaders who are able to transform themselves and others. Transformational leadership is a term James MacGregor Burns coined in 1978, and many experts agree that this leadership style is valuable for our...
Leaders, How Do You Know When to Fire an Employee?
If you want to move your company forward, firing employees is a necessity. But how do know when talent needs to be let go? The more you know about your employees, the better you’ll be able to decide if they’re a fit. This means leaders need to get to know their...
If You’re A Leader, Is Employee Engagement Your Top Priority? It Should Be
Leaders, take a look at your employee engagement. Could it be improved? Have you thought about your influence and role in driving engagement within your organization? The first step in focusing on employee engagement is measuring it. Here is a method for measuring...
Beth Armknecht Miller’s passion for learning and dedication to bringing out the best in others are strands woven throughout her career and are found in her work with Executive Velocity, a top talent and leadership development advisory firm.