Complete Leader Articles
Why Less is More When It Comes to Goals
3 Steps to Goal Setting and Achieving
By Jalene Case
Envisioning a magical scenario in which you’re doing everything you want to is exhilarating, in the beginning. However, adding a dose of realism can give you the best chance of accomplishing what matters most to you.
I see this in myself, my clients, and my friends. We want to do it... read more
From Remembering Learning to Imagining a Beautiful Future
By Ron Price
Here comes another “learning from 2020, leaning into 2021” article. You may be tired of seeing these by now, so why would I submit yet another one? Because this ability to reflect or self-evaluate and then to create specific intentions for the future is what sets human beings apart from everything else in life. I know you love... read more
Why Your Employees Are the Key to Recovery
Dr. Evans Baiya, InnovationManagement.com, December 2020
In this article, we will look at how to identify and understand employee contributions, and learn how to work with idea generators, evaluators, and activators.
The key to recovering from a business crisis is creating new value—whether it be new products or services, improving processes... read more
Create a Goal System that Works for You
13 Ideas to Get Started
By Jalene Case
Simply setting a goal and expecting to reach it is a recipe for ongoing angst. A goal you truly desire to achieve needs a solid foundation, stepping stones, and tenacious support.
Conversations with my clients lately almost always include the mention of goal-setting. While that may sound logical,... read more
5 Ways to Improve Engagement Using Gratitude
By Jessica Lizza,
It goes without saying that 2020 has been a weird year, and this might cause burn out in your team. How can you help your employees feel connected and engaged this holiday season?
We brainstormed a few ways we could inspire our team to stay engaged; gratitude activities was the first thing that came to everyone’s mind.... read more
How Can Challenges Inspire You To Think Differently
Dr. Francis, HR.com, November 2020
When I was in graduate school for my doctoral degree, I submitted a paper to a well-respected professor. Afterward, he asked to meet and inquired whether English was my second language. It wasn’t. At the time, I was working full time, had a young family and commuted 1.5 hours each way to the school several... read more
7 Powerful Results of Nuturing Innovation
Dr. Evans Baiya, HR.com, November 2020
In my work, I hear a lot of reasons why people don't engage in innovation: "That's not part of my job description." "I'm not and idea person." "Innovation doesn't really apply to my industry." "We don't need innovation right now. Our company is doing just fine." "Our workforce is already well trained." "... read more
5 Tips to Habits that Fit Your Life Now
By Jalene Case
Positive habits result in a sweet sense of satisfaction. Are your habits doing that for you? If not, it might be time to strengthen the routines you want to keep and toss the ones that no longer serve you.
This is personal for me. My habits have changed dramatically to fit a 35-year corporate career, two years of traveling by... read more
ZOOMED! How to Make Your Next Call Memorable
By Whit Mitchell
What are you looking at during your Zoom calls?
How do I look….is my hair working today…what are others wearing…what books are on their bookshelf….why are they not showing their face…..I love their artwork….who keeps walking by in the background….I hear people speaking…turn on your mute.
Albert Mehrabian developed a... read more
Growing Our Circle of Control
By Ron Price
“We can choose our thoughts, attitudes and actions, but we cannot choose the consequences of our thoughts, attitudes and actions, because whatever we sow will be multiplied back to us.” Price Family Proverb
In a time of turmoil and uncertainty, it makes a big difference what we focus on. We can fill our days and minds with fear... read more