The Focus of Leadership Training
The goal of leadership training is to teach people how a leader motivates a group of diverse and talented people toward a common goal. So can leadership be taught? Good question. Scholars have debated this issue for many years, in many different studies. The results? Mixed. Some say you can... More...
Get Out Of The Communication Stone Age: Give Leadership Talks
160 years ago, the newly invented electric telegraph carried the first news message. The message zipped 40 miles in a flash over wires from Baltimore to Washington, D.C. The public was dazzled -- except Henry David Thoreau. He wrote: "We are in great haste to construct a... More...
5 Tips for Making a Great Impression!
I have coached executives for more than 20 years. In working with successful leaders and professionals, I have found that making lasting impressions on the people you work with is pivotal to your advancement. Here are some tips to make sure you’re putting your best foot forward. • Look... More...
Sales And Leadership: The Differences That Matter
You've heard something like this before: "He's not a leader, he's a salesman." Or: "She was trying to motivate me but gave me a sales pitch instead!" Being a sales person can provide a poor foundation for leadership. Because leading and selling,... More...
Boost Your Leadership Skills Simply By Answering The Question, "What Does Our Organization Really Reward?"
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Team Building in Leeds
Team building events are designed to promote togetherness in the workplace. Along with that, they are designed to be fun, and they help employees to get to know one another. The experience of team building brings some togetherness within a corporation. However, some exercises on team... More...
Steps To Organize Your Home Office
Follow the lead of a well-organized home office. Using the checklist below, incorporate many of the organizing tips found on the list. You will have both a professional and efficient home office. ORGANIZE YOUR BOOKKEEPING • Prepare and send invoices to clients • Enter monthly... More...
Help for Orphans: Sarah Ehrlich Educates African Children
Sarah Ehrlich applauds the efforts of celebrities who are trying to raise public awareness about the problems facing Africa today. Whether it's George Clooney publicizing the violence in Darfur, Bono campaigning for debt relief, Angelina Jolie visiting as a United Nations Goodwill Ambassador, or... More...
Sun Tzu’s Art of War & Chinese Astrology- Two ancient systems, one timeless goal: Part 2
A person’s destiny is further governed by the following factors:- •Time (to be born at the right time) •Space (to stay at the right place) •Action (to do the right things) Time refers to the time of birth when a person is infused with the energy of the universe or heaven’s... More...
Sun Tzu’s Art of War & Chinese Astrology- Two ancient systems, one timeless goal: Part 1
How can the teaching of a military strategist and the Chinese Art of astrology intertwine? When it comes to fundamentals and applications, both systems share similarities. Both are more than 2,500 years old but remain ageless in their relevancy to modern times. A military strategist like... More...
Wealth: 7 Ways to revitalise your Business and Create future wealth
Whether your business is a startup or has been around for many years, there are things we all need to do to ensure its success. I have for years seen and heard of things that have helped businesses grow and prosper. These 7 ideas, when acted upon, are all things that successful business owners... More...
Think Positive to Improve Your Confidence and Your Entire Life
Self confidence is one’s ability to believe in one’s self. Those with a high self confidence are optimistic, assertive, and eager individuals ready to take on the world and conquer the goals. On the other hand, people with a low self confidence find themselves often distant and despondent,... More...
Why Conducting a customer survey could double your profits!
Customer Surveys are the most inexpensive way of generating profits, which any business could dream of. Companies like IBM used to pay their sales people, a bonus, based on the customer survey rating. But how could they really boost your profits? This article uncovers some of the secrets.... More...
Fostering a Superior Customer Service Culture
In order to be hugely successful at business, you must provide a truly excellent level of service to your customers. You must continually exceed their expectations and delight them. Knowing how to amaze your customers is something that you must instill within the company culture. Here are some... More...
Banking Relationships - Is Information the Key?
As more and more financial institutions embrace the concept of CRM, are they really improving their relationships with their customers, and is that improvement equating to dollars on the bottom line? At the same time, while preparing for T+0, many financial institutions are attempting to... More...