Category: Leadership Idea

  • Contingency: Leadership Idea #40

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    Harley H
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    We’d all like things to go perfectly smoothly wouldn’t we, but – it seldom does. So what’s the plan when a colleague doesn’t show up, a task isn’t completed on time or correctly? What if our personal plans don’t work out, and we lose our jobs or our investments have a negative payback? Do we…

  • Confidence: Leadership Idea #39

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    Harley H
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    When’s the last time you watched someone trying to learn how to ride a bicycle? Isn’t it true for many that they don’t have a lot of confidence, and it shows as they drive somewhat erratically. Then as they gain confidence they drive faster and straighter, and more relaxed. That’s how it can be for…

  • Circus: Leadership Idea #38

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    Harley H
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    As a leader have you ever compared yourself with people in a circus? There are more similarities than you might think. There’s the ringmaster that keeps people engaged, and keeps the show on track – like a leader. Then there’s the jugglers juggling all types of items, and the acrobats demonstrating agility, balance, and the…