The Monomyth: A Blueprint for Crafting Compelling Business Stories business monomyth storytelling Feb 06, 2023

The monomyth, also known as the hero’s journey, is a classic narrative structure that has been used to tell stories for thousands of years. It has been applied to various forms of storytelling, including books, movies, and even video games, and is now gaining popularity in the business...

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Leadership Matters (A Reminder) culture jodyholland leadership positive culture strong leadership Jan 29, 2023

Leadership sets the tone for a team and determines whether or not they have clear outcomes. A great leader inspires their people to pursue a common goal while living into a set of core values, key habits, and respectful practices. While there are lots of people who are put in charge, many of them...

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2 Keys To Innovation At Work creativity discipline innovation success successful entrepreneurs Jan 27, 2023

I hear companies talk a lot about innovation. They often think those who innovate are mysterious or are magically gifted with a creative spark that simply doesn’t exist for the rest of humanity. In my experience, being an innovator comes down to 2 primary keys, and neither of them is magic....

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3 Things To Find Success in Lifeā€¦ habits leadership success successful entrepreneurs Jan 26, 2023

We often think of success in life as this grand, complicated plan that needs to be created. That isn’t the case, though. The truth about success is that it comes down to some very simple things.

The first thing is direction. I see so many people that are going through life trying this thing...

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The Evolution of Performance Reviews employee feedback leadership performance management performance reviews Jan 13, 2023

Performance reviews have undergone significant evolution in American companies over the past few decades. Initially, performance evaluations were focused primarily on individual job performance, with little emphasis on employee development or goal setting. Even within that evaluative focus, the...

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Your Story Matters engagement leadership storyframe storytelling for business Jan 12, 2023

Over the past couple of decades, I have encouraged leaders to share the stories behind their entrepreneurial journeys. Some have been reluctant, stating it made them sound self-absorbed. Others have been excited, hoping to inspire stronger engagement from their people. Those who have embraced the...

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The 8 Stages of Man 8 stages of man erik erikson personal growth psychology Jan 08, 2023

I have always been fascinated with how we evolve and become the versions of ourselves that we present to the world. One of the great thinkers I have studied for this is Erik Erikson. Erikson was a psychoanalyst and developmental psychologist who is best known for his theory of the eight stages of...

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5 Workplace Trends Leaders Need To Focus On employee engagement employee motivation employee performance leadership Jan 07, 2023

I remember that Monday very clearly. I was sitting in a room filled with Gen Xers who had all started working for the same organization. An older gentleman, likely at the start of the Baby Boomer generation, stood in front of us and said, “You people scare me. You scare me because you are...

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Employee Engagement employee engagement employee motivation employee performance leadership Jan 04, 2023

Employee engagement refers to the extent to which employees feel invested in their work and committed to their organization. Research has shown that engaged employees are more likely to be productive, stay with the company longer, and have positive attitudes toward their work. Some factors that...

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Crafting Your Mission company culture leadership mission statement true north Jan 03, 2023

A mission statement is a statement of the purpose of a company, organization, or individual. It provides a clear, concise, and inspiring direction for an entity and serves as a guide for decision-making and action. A well-crafted mission statement can be a powerful tool for aligning and inspiring...

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How To Become A Great Leader in 2023 employer of choice leadership development leadership skills personal growth Jan 02, 2023

Being a great leader requires a combination of skills, experience, and personal qualities. While some people are naturally more inclined to leadership, anyone can learn how to become a great leader with the right attitude and approach. Here are some tips on how to develop your leadership skills:

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Creating More Leaders employee engagement engagement leadership self improvement self-awareness Dec 29, 2022

We have to start with the premise that the main role of a leader is to create more leaders, not to gather followers. I have wondered what a difference this would make with organizations if they shifted their mindset away from trying to “make” people do what they are supposed to. The...

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