Extraordinary Performers: Why You Need Them; How To Keep Them
Posted on Forbes.com October 23, 2012 In a society that showers attention on those in power, it is valuable to remember that those in the C suite are not the only ones doing the remarkable everyday work that causes organizations to excel. Much of the excellence comes from the host of people who conscientiously get work … Continue reading
Solving the Bad Boss Problem: Could The Answer Begin With You?
Posted by Jack Zenger on Forbes.com Oct. 16, 2012 A new study reports only 36 percent of Americans are happy at their job and close to 60 percent of Americans say they would do a better job if they got along better with their boss. America obviously has a boss problem. October 16 is National Boss Day, … Continue reading
Develop And Maximize Strengths To Lead Effectively
Posted 10/2/2012 on Investors Business Daily by Michael Mink Leaders evolve. The best keep re-evaluating themselves to improve. Staying stagnate is setting yourself up for obsolescence and ineffectiveness. Tips on keeping your approach and message fresh. • Focus on your gifts. You don’t have to be perfect to be an exceptional leader, says Jack Zenger, … Continue reading
Can You Take Your Strengths Too Far?
For the past decade, leaders have been encouraged to focus on developing their strengths rather than always gravitating to working on a weakness. But is this too much of a good thing? Lately, a number of business thinkers have suggested so. It’s tempting for those of us strongly committed to developing leadership strengths to ignore … Continue reading
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