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Wednesday, 31 July 2013

This story really touched me, even made me cry a little. It is one of the most touching videos and stories I have ever heard. Let me know what you think about this hero.

Extraordinary and Inspiring Story of Leadership: Very Touching Video

Here is a very touching an inspiring leadership story. Once in a while I have the blessing of coming across something that really touches me deeply.

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Developing Good Customer Relationships - Building Trust and Goodwill With Customers

Learn how to create and maintain positive customer relationships.

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Learn how to test business ideas without taking unnecessary risks.

Running Business Experiments - Decision-Making Skills From MindTools.com

Learn how to test ideas reliably and grow your business without taking unnecessary risks.

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A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves. ~Lao Tzu True isn't it?

A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves. ~Lao Tzu True isn't it?

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My experience has been that the worse time to comment is when we feel like commenting the most. The best thing to do is to seek to understand first. Once you have taken a deep breath and understand, that is the time to react. Otherwise you may end up looking foolish. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/03/ever-jump-to-conclusions-funny-video.html#sthash.xpVbPUfM.dpuf

My experience has been that the worse time to comment is when we feel like commenting the most. The best thing to do is to seek to understand first. Once you have taken a deep breath and understand, that is the time to react. Otherwise you may end up looking foolish. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/03/ever-jump-to-conclusions-funny-video.html#sthash.xpVbPUfM.dpuf

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You don’t lead by pointing and telling people some place to go. You lead by going to that place and making a case. ~Ken Kesey

You don’t lead by pointing and telling people some place to go. You lead by going to that place and making a case. ~Ken Kesey

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Tuesday, 30 July 2013

Have you ever jumped to conclusions? Very funny video!

Big Leadership Implications – Ever Jump to Conclusions? Funny Video

Don’t jump to conclusions is the message in this short and very funny video. There are big leadership implications when you do!

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The following is from Julie Fowler Cumming who is a part of our Teamwork and Leadership Community. The author of this is unknown. A Short Course In Human Relations The six most important words "I admit I made a mistake" The five most important words "You did a good job" The four most important words "What is your opinion?" The three most important words "If you please" The two most important words "Thank you" The one most important word "We" The least important word "I" Great reminder for leaders!

The following is from Julie Fowler Cumming who is a part of our Teamwork and Leadership Community. The author of this is unknown. A Short Course In Human Relations The six most important words "I admit I made a mistake" The five most important words "You did a good job" The four most important words "What is your opinion?" The three most important words "If you please" The two most important words "Thank you" The one most important word "We" The least important word "I" Great reminder for leaders!

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Mind Tools Newsletter 296 - How Credible Are You?

Learn what credibility is, what it means for your career, and how to build it, in this week's Mind Tools newsletter.

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You manage things; you lead people. ~Rear Admiral Grace Murray Hopper Do you agree?

You manage things; you lead people. ~Rear Admiral Grace Murray Hopper Do you agree?

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I have shown this before and everyone loved it! So just in case you missed it. How do you create fun at work?

Fun at Work – This Video Clip is Amazing

Think about Fun at Work. I came across this great video I thought you might like to see. With a little creative thought maybe we could come up with an inventive way…

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Very often a change of self is needed more than a change of scene. ~A.C. Benson

Very often a change of self is needed more than a change of scene. ~A.C. Benson

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Instead of focusing on the negative, try instead to dwell on the positive. Work hard to overcome your fear by seeing positive outcomes, not negative. Certainly, you need to prepare for the worst, but once you have, then it is time to focus on the more likely outcome – the best. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/07/think-youre-under-pressure-watch-this-3-tips.html#sthash.x537m46Y.dpuf

Instead of focusing on the negative, try instead to dwell on the positive. Work hard to overcome your fear by seeing positive outcomes, not negative. Certainly, you need to prepare for the worst, but once you have, then it is time to focus on the more likely outcome – the best. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/07/think-youre-under-pressure-watch-this-3-tips.html#sthash.x537m46Y.dpuf

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Monday, 29 July 2013

How do you deal with pressure? You won't believe this video! Check it out.

Think You’re Under Pressure Leader? Watch This! 3 Tips

Most leaders have those days where they feel great pressure. Maybe you have an employee who is angrily questioning you about their performance…

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Find out how to manage those presentation nerves with this six-step process. #communication

Managing Presentation Nerves - Communication Skills Training from MindTools.com

Find out how to deliver cool, calm presentations that inspire and impress.

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Need something uplifting tonight? Wonderful story!

Red Marbles and a Very Kind Leader: Powerful Personal Leadership Story

I love stories that demonstrate personal leadership and very kind leaders. The influence of good men and women have shaped the character and hearts of millions. Many of these personal leaders have lived humble and relatively unknown lives.

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One day each of us will run out of tomorrows. Let us not put off what is important. ~Thomas S. Monson

One day each of us will run out of tomorrows. Let us not put off what is important. ~Thomas S. Monson

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Saturday, 27 July 2013

Came across the following amongst some papers as I was decluttering, thought you might like it. A Short Course In Human Relations The six most important words "I admit I made a mistake" The five most important words "You did a good job" The four most important words "What is your opinion?" The three most important words "If you please" The two most important words "Thank you" The one most important word "We" The least important word "I" I cannot remember where I got this from but I have always liked it. I used to have a copy of it on my desk at work.

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Came across the following amongst some papers as I was decluttering, thought you might like it. A Short Course In Human Relations The six most important words "I admit I made a mistake" The five most important words "You did a good job" The four most important words "What is your opinion?" The three most important words "If you please" The two most important words "Thank you" The one most important word "We" The least important word "I" I cannot remember where I got this from but I have always liked it. I used to have a copy of it on my desk at work.

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Man needs his difficulties because they are necessary to enjoy success. ~Abdul Kalam

Man needs his difficulties because they are necessary to enjoy success. ~Abdul Kalam

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What leader would you rather have? One who really cares, or one who doesn’t? I would assume the answer to that question is pretty obvious to most. If you ever had a leader who didn’t care you know how difficult it can be to follow. Great leaders know how to care more. They get it! - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/12/5-important-tips-how-to-care-more-as-a-leader.html#sthash.I6K5K3Hd.dpuf

What leader would you rather have? One who really cares, or one who doesn’t? I would assume the answer to that question is pretty obvious to most. If you ever had a leader who didn’t care you know how difficult it can be to follow. Great leaders know how to care more. They get it! - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/12/5-important-tips-how-to-care-more-as-a-leader.html#sthash.I6K5K3Hd.dpuf

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Friday, 26 July 2013

Establishing Credibility - Inspiring Trust in Others

Credibility is essential, in just about any role. Learn how to build it, and find out why it's so important for your success.

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Mind Tools is on LinkedIn too. Come and join us! #careerskills

Mind Tools | LinkedIn

Mind Tools provides online, instantly available management and leadership training. Each year, we help more than 10,000,000 visitors learn the essential skills they need for an...

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As I grow older, I pay less attention to what people say. I just watch what they do. ~Andrew Carnegie

As I grow older, I pay less attention to what people say. I just watch what they do. ~Andrew Carnegie

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How messy is your desk?

Is Yours a Messy Desk, Clean Desk or Organized Desk? – Top 6 Tips

Messy Desk? Clean Desk? Organized Desk? Does your messy desk look like something out of the reality TV show “Hoarders?” Do you tell people your messy desk is an organized desk? Is your clean desk really that organized?

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Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. ~Mark Twain

Kindness is the language which the deaf can hear and the blind can see. ~Mark Twain

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Much of the trouble we get ourselves into is our inability to say no. If what you are being asked to do is not of high value and not worth your time, then say no. Sounds simple right? Then how come most of us have a hard time saying it? Learning to say no will save you the time you need to work on the most important things that bring the greatest value. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/05/stop-procrastinating-5-tips-for-overcoming-procrastination.html#sthash.ge28KAxE.dpuf

Much of the trouble we get ourselves into is our inability to say no. If what you are being asked to do is not of high value and not worth your time, then say no. Sounds simple right? Then how come most of us have a hard time saying it? Learning to say no will save you the time you need to work on the most important things that bring the greatest value. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/05/stop-procrastinating-5-tips-for-overcoming-procrastination.html#sthash.ge28KAxE.dpuf

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Thursday, 25 July 2013

How do you overcome procrastination?

Stop Procrastinating? 5 Tips for Overcoming Procrastination

Overcoming procrastination completely is impossible, hence the question mark in the title “Stop Procrastinating?” The reality is you can’t do everything you have to do, so you have to procrastinate on some things. Here are five things to help you stop procrastinating on what matters.

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If you expect your employees to go the extra mile for your customers, you must prove that you are willing to go the extra mile for them! ~Author Unknown

If you expect your employees to go the extra mile for your customers, you must prove that you are willing to go the extra mile for them! ~Author Unknown

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Great stories to share.

Leadership and Integrity – Two Powerful Leadership Stories to Tell

Two Leadership Stories – Integrity and Leadership. There are many important attributes of great leaders; integrity is at the top of the list. Here are two leadership and integrity stories that you might want to share with your teams. Both stories have something very interesting in common.

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All of us are important. Each of us has value. Many times in our life we are dropped, crumpled and stomped into the dirt. We may feel a lack of self-worth or at the very least a lack of self-confidence. But regardless of how many times you are dropped, crumbled and stomped, you have the same value. We all belong to one Supreme Being who is cheering for us. I hope that as leaders we will cheer for each other as well. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/07/you-have-value-fantastic-and-powerful-story-and-video-to-share.html#sthash.50HjSKTn.dpuf

All of us are important. Each of us has value. Many times in our life we are dropped, crumpled and stomped into the dirt. We may feel a lack of self-worth or at the very least a lack of self-confidence. But regardless of how many times you are dropped, crumbled and stomped, you have the same value. We all belong to one Supreme Being who is cheering for us. I hope that as leaders we will cheer for each other as well. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/07/you-have-value-fantastic-and-powerful-story-and-video-to-share.html#sthash.50HjSKTn.dpuf

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If I take care of my character, my reputation will take care of me. ~Dwight L. Moody

If I take care of my character, my reputation will take care of me. ~Dwight L. Moody

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Wednesday, 24 July 2013

Want more courage as leader? Check out these 3 tips.

Having Courage Doesn’t Mean You Aren’t Afraid – 3 Important Tips

Here are three simple tips for having more courage. They are easier said than done, but each one is critical to greater bravery, guts and valor.

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The Demand-Control Model of Job Stress - Increasing Autonomy to Combat Stress

Learn why autonomy is so important for controlling stress.

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Good habits can lead to big changes. Find out how to form good habits, and to stick to them. #careerskills #personaldevelopment

The Power of Good Habits - Career Development From MindTools.com

Learn how good habits can help you become the person that you've always wanted to be.

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We can shape employee behavior so much quicker by being positive than we can by being negative. It is a special thing to feel appreciated as a dad, as an employee, as a leader! Feeling that someone values us and really thinks we are kind of neat lifts us up – it is inspiring. One simple positive kind comment, one plain sticky note with an encouraging comment or one thoughtful voice-mail can make someones entire day, maybe even week! It is amazing the effect we can have on others lives by just being a little more caring, a little more considerate, and a little more attentive. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/01/want-to-shape-employees-behavior-positive-leadership.html#sthash.OcMcWaCv.5aTjGSnT.dpuf

We can shape employee behavior so much quicker by being positive than we can by being negative. It is a special thing to feel appreciated as a dad, as an employee, as a leader! Feeling that someone values us and really thinks we are kind of neat lifts us up – it is inspiring. One simple positive kind comment, one plain sticky note with an encouraging comment or one thoughtful voice-mail can make someones entire day, maybe even week! It is amazing the effect we can have on others lives by just being a little more caring, a little more considerate, and a little more attentive. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/01/want-to-shape-employees-behavior-positive-leadership.html#sthash.OcMcWaCv.5aTjGSnT.dpuf

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True story.

Want to Shape Employees Behavior? Positive Leadership

Be a Positive Leader and Shape Employees Behavior – Several months ago after returning from a week-long and grueling business trip I came home to the following sticky note from my eight year old son placed carefully square smack in the center of my monitor.

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All mankind is divided into three classes: those that are immovable, those that are movable and those that move. ~Benjamin Franklin

All mankind is divided into three classes: those that are immovable, those that are movable and those that move. ~Benjamin Franklin

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Don’t make the mistake of only seeing the negative. Once we see the potential in others, it becomes easier to be positive. By focusing on the unique gifts and talents of those we lead, it becomes easier to see what someone can become. Every one of us has the potential to be something unique and special. It is our jobs and callings as leaders to help others discover what that is. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/10/do-you-make-this-mistake-with-those-you-lead-leadership-story.html#sthash.kSs8Cwi7.dpuf

Don’t make the mistake of only seeing the negative. Once we see the potential in others, it becomes easier to be positive. By focusing on the unique gifts and talents of those we lead, it becomes easier to see what someone can become. Every one of us has the potential to be something unique and special. It is our jobs and callings as leaders to help others discover what that is. - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2012/10/do-you-make-this-mistake-with-those-you-lead-leadership-story.html#sthash.kSs8Cwi7.dpuf

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Tuesday, 23 July 2013

Wonderful story! Make sure you don't make this mistake.

Do you make this mistake with those you lead? Leadership Story

Do you make this mistake? Powerful leadership story on the power of seeing potential. I remember years ago a story I heard in Sunday School that has had an important impact on me all of my life. It was based on the legend of “Johnny Lingo.” Maybe some of you have heard it?

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Mind Tools Newsletter 295 - Learn Faster. Learn Better.

Learn how to boost your learning power in this week's Mind Tools newsletter.

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You most likely won’t see happiness in a job description for a leader. However, it is a quality that makes a big difference in your ability to lead. Happy leaders are more resilient under pressure, they tend to be more focused and are usually more approachable. Understanding how to be more happy can make you a better leader. See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/06/how-to-be-more-happy-5-things-leaders-can-start-doing-now.html#sthash.EmLTgj6v.dpuf

You most likely won’t see happiness in a job description for a leader. However, it is a quality that makes a big difference in your ability to lead. Happy leaders are more resilient under pressure, they tend to be more focused and are usually more approachable. Understanding how to be more happy can make you a better leader. See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/06/how-to-be-more-happy-5-things-leaders-can-start-doing-now.html#sthash.EmLTgj6v.dpuf

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Being courageous doesn’t mean you aren’t afraid; it just means you cared more about something else than the fear.

Being courageous doesn’t mean you aren’t afraid; it just means you cared more about something else than the fear.

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