The Lead Yourself First Blog
Flexing your resiliency muscle
When you search the word “resiliency” on Google, you will see over 5, 500,000 results. What a fascinating statistic for a word that encapsulates an essential character trait that lies at the core of every individual. What makes a person resilient? Can resiliency be taught or are some people better able to rebound from adversity […]
Applying the wisdom of Polonius in uncertain times
I recently attended the National Speakers Association Annual Convention. It is always a highlight of my own professional development quest and yearly “boost”. I see myself as a lifelong learner who can always find someone who is further along in my career and life path to teach me a great deal. For example, I had the […]
Are you being sucked into the vortex of negativity?
The degree to which we allow ourselves to be influenced by others cannot be understated. By “others” we may consider the mass media as well as individuals in our personal and professional circle. We rely on mass media to obtain information in order to stay abreast of local, national and global news, to educate ourselves […]
The transactional age is dead. Long live the relational age of doing business
The relational component in business dynamics has always been essential. However, with the proliferation of social media and competition for business on so many platforms, your ability to connect with a client or prospective client is your point of difference. In addition, we need to do so with a meaningful purpose. Doing business “quid pro […]
Are you a “desk” potato? The benefits of workplace wellness
It is one thing to be a “couch” potato…Are you a “desk” potato? Chances are that if you are both, you are heading for health problems. If your well-being is a value that you live by, then you are probably aware of the negative implications of being sedentary at your desk each work day and […]
Sixty Seconds On-line: The new imperative for every business
Life is just a minute. Only sixty seconds in it. Forced upon me, can’t refuse it, Didn’t seek it, didn’t choose it. But it’s up to me to use it. I must suffer if I lose it. Give account if I abuse it. Just a tiny little minute. But an eternity is in it! -Dr. […]
Where is your head? It matters more than your skill set!
Paul G. Stoltz, Ph.D. has written a fascinating article in Psychology Today, entitled: “Six Ways Mindset Helps You Win at Work.” Thousands of employers in numerous industries and countries were asked if they would prefer to hire a candidate with “perfect skills and qualifications” or one with a mindset that fit the job and company. […]
Lessons in Leadership, Business and Team Spirit: The Vancouver Canucks 2011 Stanley Cup Run
I immigrated to Canada from Australia during the Stanley Cup playoffs in 1994. Although I had already experienced some exposure to Canada’s passion for the game of hockey, nothing compared to the reaction of Vancouverites cheering on their beloved Canucks’ magical run during the post-season. In Vancouver, many of us remember the heartbreak of that […]
Are you maximizing your ROL? (Return on Leadership)
How to the Team of One (That means YOU) to maximize your ROL: The most important lesson learned from the recent recession is that self-leadership is a pre-requisite for business resiliency, client retention and overall personal fulfillment. As a business owner or leader charged with the responsibility of business growth, the key to maintaining and […]
The challenge to rise above and prioritize your life
In the past few weeks I have been on a rollercoaster of emotions; juggling business with the rapid decline of my father’s health. Is it humanly possible to do both? When you have to put yourself to the test, you quickly discover where your priorities are. Unfortunately, I have been in this place before. Almost […]
