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You Have to Know Them!
“Sometimes all a person wants is an empathetic ear; all he or she needs is to talk it out. Just offering a listening ear and an understanding heart for his or her suffering can be a big comfort.” Roy T. Bennett Merriam-Webster defines empathy as “the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to,…
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Psychological Safety: A Leader’s Responsibility!
Leadership should focus on guiding rather than controlling, fostering trust and psychological safety. Effective leaders listen, understand, and create environments where team members feel valued and secure. This encourages honest feedback, reduces anxiety, and promotes growth. Intentional efforts in relationship building, training, and communication are key for maximizing team potential.
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Don’t Be In The Way
“Lead, follow, or get out of the way.” Thomas Paine in “The American Crisis, No. 1” (December 19, 1776.) It’s a quote commonly used in business and leadership, and people tend to correlate the role of the leader as being the person who is out front. You know, the one with the bugles, big title,…
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You Have to Know Them!
“Sometimes all a person wants is an empathetic ear; all he or she needs is to talk it out. Just offering a listening ear and an understanding heart for his or her suffering can be a big comfort.” Roy T. Bennett Merriam-Webster defines empathy as “the action of understanding, being aware of, being sensitive to,…
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Psychological Safety: A Leader’s Responsibility!
Leadership should focus on guiding rather than controlling, fostering trust and psychological safety. Effective leaders listen, understand, and create environments where team members feel valued and secure. This encourages honest feedback, reduces anxiety, and promotes growth. Intentional efforts in relationship building, training, and communication are key for maximizing team potential.
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Don’t Be In The Way
“Lead, follow, or get out of the way.” Thomas Paine in “The American Crisis, No. 1” (December 19, 1776.) It’s a quote commonly used in business and leadership, and people tend to correlate the role of the leader as being the person who is out front. You know, the one with the bugles, big title,…
