When you become a leader, of a small team, community organization or a large company, the responsibility can be daunting. Leadership is a large responsibility and it can be complete bedlam if not handled properly. Being an effective leader is not a trait that's spread abundantly among the human population. It's kind of like the difference between…
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Lipstick Chronicles: 8 Secrets to Sharpening Your Leadership Skills
As of 2013, it is estimated that there are over 8.6 million women-owned businesses in the United States, generating over $1.3 trillion in revenues and employing nearly 7.8 million people. Women-owned firms continue to grow at a rate exceeding the national average, and now accounts for 29% of all enterprises as revealed in the 2013 State…
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10 Tips to Increase Your Leadership Effectiveness
Leadership is influence. It’s simple, effective, and precise. Maxwell says, “True leadership cannot be awarded, appointed, or assigned. It comes only from influence, and that can’t be mandated. It must be earned. The only thing a title can buy is a little time – either to increase your level of influence with others or to…
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Why Most Private Provider Behavioral Health Organizations (PPBHO) Fail #3: Slow to Make Adjustments!
This is the third article in the series, Why Most Private Provider Behavioral Health Organizations (PPBHO) Fail. Although this series is dedicated as a resource for PPBHO to promote success in a changing and challenging industry, many of the principles can be applied to any business, organization or individual. I encourage you to assess your…
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