If you could give one tip to help someone build their expert power, what would it be? http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_04.htm #expertpower #MindTools

If you could give one tip to help someone build their expert power, what would it be? http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_04.htm #expertpower #MindTools

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The Conflict Layer Model - Clarifying Needs During Negotiations

Learn how to explore and express your needs during a negotiation.

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Yesterday, we asked you to test your leadership skills. But, have you stopped to think about how motivated you are to lead? http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_01.htm #MindTools #leadershipskills

Yesterday, we asked you to test your leadership skills. But, have you stopped to think about how motivated you are to lead? http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newLDR_01.htm #MindTools #leadershipskills

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Do you wonder how good your leadership skills really are? #MindTools #Leadership

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Test your leadership skills with our quiz. Then find out what you can do to become an even better leader.

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Writing a Blog - Exploring Ideas in Your Industry

Learn how creating an industry-related blog can build skills and open doors in your career.

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One of the most powerful things I have learned is that the more I give of myself, the more I care about others. The more I care, the more grateful I become. ~Michael Rogers, Teamwork and Leadership - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2011/12/how-leaders-can-develop-an-attitude-of-gratitude.html#sthash.MNPccXNY.nm1iwHbw.dpuf

One of the most powerful things I have learned is that the more I give of myself, the more I care about others. The more I care, the more grateful I become. ~Michael Rogers, Teamwork and Leadership - See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2011/12/how-leaders-can-develop-an-attitude-of-gratitude.html#sthash.MNPccXNY.nm1iwHbw.dpuf

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There is great power in the simple words "Thank You." If you agree with this, you will enjoy this post. Feel free to share the gratitude too :)

The Attitude of Gratitude and the Power of Just Saying “Thank You.”



Need a story to help your team cultivate more of the attitude of gratitude with each other? Here are three popular posts from the past of thankfulness.

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Courage is to never let your actions be influenced by your fears. ~Arthur Koestler

Courage is to never let your actions be influenced by your fears. ~Arthur Koestler

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As a leader, having emotional intelligence is essential for success. #emotionalintelligence #MindTools

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Relating to others is vital in the today's workplace. Learn how to build your emotional intelligence with this article.

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Mind Tools Newsletter 312 - Give Great Feedback!

In this week's newsletter, find out how you can give great feedback, and get the results you want.

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It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. ~Andre Gide

It is better to be hated for what you are than to be loved for what you are not. ~Andre Gide

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Very funny video on PowerPoint we can all relate to. Want some tips on how NOT to use PowerPoint?

How Not to Use PowerPoint – Very Funny Video You Can Share



Would you like some solid tips on how not to use PowerPoint? I might have the perfect video for you. I am sure just about all of you have used PowerPoint or have seen a presentation where it was being used.

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Many of the best leaders lead by example... #MindTools

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The best leaders lead by example. Learn why this is important, and find out about the possible consequences if you don't lead by example.

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It's Friday - let's celebrate success! Tell us about a success you had at work recently :-) #MindTools #celebratesuccess

It's Friday - let's celebrate success! Tell us about a success you had at work recently :-) #MindTools #celebratesuccess

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How Good is Your Feedback? - Giving Clear Comments to Improve Performance

Find out good you are at giving feedback, and discover how you can use it to boost your people's performance.

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Ever do something really stupid? Watch this video :)

Ever Do Something Stupid? Brief and Very Funny Video



Ever do something stupid? It probably depends on who is defining what you did as stupid? Watch this video and read these 3 tips if you are a leader.

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I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it. ~Thomas Jefferson

I’m a great believer in luck, and I find the harder I work the more I have of it. ~Thomas Jefferson

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Very entertaining teamwork video! Enjoy!

Entertaining Teamwork Video



I love this teamwork video I just saw on YouTube. It's amazing what a video can do to demonstrate a concept. This is entertaining. Let me know what you think.

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You can create a successful team by encouraging people to take responsibility. http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/taking-responsibility.htm #teammanagement #MindTools

You can create a successful team by encouraging people to take responsibility. http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/taking-responsibility.htm #teammanagement #MindTools

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You can create a successful team by encouraging people take responsibility. http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/taking-responsibility.htm #teammanagement #MindTools

You can create a successful team by encouraging people take responsibility. http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/taking-responsibility.htm #teammanagement #MindTools

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A great way to celebrate success is to reward your team ... #MindTools

Rewarding Your Team - Team Management Training from MindTools.com



Most leaders don't say "thank you" to their team members as often as they should. We'll show you why it's so important, and offer some creative ways to get started.

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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs - Building a Happier, More Satisfied Team

Find out how to understand and meet your team members' fundamental needs.

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Did you know that goal failure and goal success have something in common? Read on...

What do both Goal Failure and Goal Success have in common?



Goal failure and goal success. The other day I was asking my 12-year-old son how basketball practice went (he is playing with a new year-round competitive team), and how he feels he is doing. He said, “Good.” That’s the typical answer I get from him, so I decided to dig a little deeper. I asked, “Wh...

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How do you celebrate success at work? #MindTools

How do you celebrate success at work? #MindTools

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The successful man will profit from his mistakes and try again in a different way. ~Dale Carnegie Very true. It's called experience!

The successful man will profit from his mistakes and try again in a different way. ~Dale Carnegie Very true. It's called experience!

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Mind Tools Newsletter 311 - What's Your Influencing Style?

In this newsletter, find out about positive and negative ways to influence others, and learn how you can influence people, even if you don't have a close relationship with them.

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Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward. ~Victor Kiam

Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward. ~Victor Kiam

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You will want to share this! Warning for all of us. I love this story!

Important Warning! Powerful Story For All Leaders – You Will Share



The story I am about to share and the strong warning that I am giving is a little bit off the beaten path of what I normally share on leadership. However, I feel it should be shared. It’s an important reminder for all of us.

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You just can't beat the person who never gives up. ~Babe Ruth So true isn't it? Don't give up!

You just can't beat the person who never gives up. ~Babe Ruth So true isn't it? Don't give up!

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So how important is your attitude as a leader? 3 Important Tips.

Is the Attitude of a Leader that Important? 3 Important Tips



Maybe you have mastered most of the important characteristics of a good leader, but if you miss having the right attitude of a leader you will negate most of the good you have done or will do.

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True Story - With Ty Montague

In this interview, Ty Montague introduces his concept of "story doing," and explains how it can drive your company strategy.

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Mike I wanted to share with you that I used our Leaders Care video series in a workshop this week. As expected, excellent reception and very thought provoking. If anyone is wondering it they have "snap crackle and pop" you are looking for with a group... "Grand Slam" in my case! Thanks Mike...keep the good stuff coming! The Best is Yet to Come!

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Mike I wanted to share with you that I used our Leaders Care video series in a workshop this week. As expected, excellent reception and very thought provoking. If anyone is wondering it they have "snap crackle and pop" you are looking for with a group... "Grand Slam" in my case! Thanks Mike...keep the good stuff coming! The Best is Yet to Come!

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One of the most touching and inspirational stories I ever heard.

Leaders Care – Inspirational Leadership Story – Video



Leaders Care. Every once in a while you hear a leadership story that touches you to the core. I produced the following leadership story because I found it so powerful in what it taught.

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Yukl and Tracey's Influencers - Choosing How to Influence Others

Learn a range of approaches that you can use to influence and persuade other people – and find out which tactics you should avoid.

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Managing in Italy - Working in a Culturally Rich Country

Learn how to work successfully in diverse and beautiful Italy.

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Goals are kind of like children-- you pay attention to them, they evolve into something powerful. You don't, then they evolve into something pitiful. ~Doug Firebaugh

Goals are kind of like children-- you pay attention to them, they evolve into something powerful. You don't, then they evolve into something pitiful. ~Doug Firebaugh

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Effective communication relies on _________________________ #communicationskills #MindTools

Effective communication relies on _________________________ #communicationskills #MindTools

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Want to be a more kind leader?

Being More Kind as a Leader – 5 Practical and Important Suggestions



Being more kind as a leader is not as difficult as you might think. Practice the 5 suggestions below and watch how easy it is to be kind without even thinking about it.

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Love cures people-- both the ones who give it and the ones who receive it. ~Karl A. Menninger

Love cures people-- both the ones who give it and the ones who receive it. ~Karl A. Menninger

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Want three very funny communication videos to share with your friends, teams and organizations? Then don't look any further then here :)

My 3 Favorite, Funniest & Most Popular Communication Videos This Year!



I thought it would be a good idea from time to time to post some of my best of the best videos ever! These three videos I am sharing today deal with communication issues.

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My focus in writing is about improving leadership skills and getting better. However, I blog on such things because I realize that none of us are picture perfect leaders yet; including myself. But each day most of us are doing our best and learning from our mistakes. And because of that we are great! ~Michael Rogers - Teamwork and Leadership See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/10/ever-wonder-how-others-think-you-are-doing-as-a-leader-includes-video.html#sthash.gG1BQYgH.dpuf

My focus in writing is about improving leadership skills and getting better. However, I blog on such things because I realize that none of us are picture perfect leaders yet; including myself. But each day most of us are doing our best and learning from our mistakes. And because of that we are great! ~Michael Rogers - Teamwork and Leadership See more at: http://www.teamworkandleadership.com/2013/10/ever-wonder-how-others-think-you-are-doing-as-a-leader-includes-video.html#sthash.gG1BQYgH.dpuf

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Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them. ~John C. Maxwell

Leaders must be close enough to relate to others, but far enough ahead to motivate them. ~John C. Maxwell

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Mind Tools Newsletter 310 - Long-Lasting Customer Relationships

In this week's newsletter, we explain how you can build deeper relationships with your customers, and we explore how you can increase loyalty to your brand.

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This may be my favorite funny communication video of 2013!

Really, How Well Do You Listen Leader? Hilarious Communication Video!



I think you will love this new video I came across the other day that clearly demonstrates a common communication and relationship gap. The video is very funny, but…

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Sarcasm is really just criticism purposefully packaged to be less aggressive and “funny,” but to still make a point that ”I don’t approve, your behavior really annoys the heck out of me, or your idea is crazy.” We all see it, and we may even laugh at it from time to time, but its damage is far-reaching and more potent than we often realize. ~Michael Rogers - Teamwork and Leadership

Sarcasm is really just criticism purposefully packaged to be less aggressive and “funny,” but to still make a point that ”I don’t approve, your behavior really annoys the heck out of me, or your idea is crazy.” We all see it, and we may even laugh at it from time to time, but its damage is far-reaching and more potent than we often realize. ~Michael Rogers - Teamwork and Leadership

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Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. ~Abraham Lincoln Love it! How about you?

Give me six hours to chop down a tree, and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe. ~Abraham Lincoln Love it! How about you?

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You must avoid this if you are a leader, or even a parent! Watch it. Feel free to share. Thanks!

Are You a Leader? Don’t Do This! Unless You Don’t Care About Trust



There are many do’s and don’ts of effective leaders. One of the most important skills a leader can learn is how to build and increase trust.

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Wanted to post this if you hadn't seen it yet. It is very funny and very true! Almost 2,000 shares on Facebook too :)

How Not to Use PowerPoint – Very Funny Video You Can Share



Would you like some solid tips on how not to use PowerPoint? I might have the perfect video for you. I am sure just about all of you have used PowerPoint or have seen a presentation where it was being used.

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Photo - Nice teamwork. Though I am sure their parents might not agree :)

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