In our work with leaders around the globe we continually emphasize how crucial it is for leaders to build trust with their followers. Without trust, leaders are unable to build strong relationships, keep followers engaged, or establish a shared vision for the future. In a recent employee survey we conducted for one of our clients,… Continue reading It’s Always Been a Matter of Trust
Makarios Consulting Blog
Category: Leadership Training
Out With the Old, Bring In the New
A new year, by its’ very nature, brings changes, whether we want them or not. A new number to remember when writing checks or dating memos and letters (for those of us who still do such old-fashioned things). New leaders assuming power in local, state and national governments. A new tax year – time to… Continue reading Out With the Old, Bring In the New
Effective Listening — A Business Person’s New Year’s Resolution
There is a wonderful Christmas hymn titled “Do You Hear What I Hear?” that I have loved since I was young. The hymn reminds us that, if we listen closely, we can hear a song in the trees announcing the birth of the Christ child. I thought of that hymn this week as I considered… Continue reading Effective Listening — A Business Person’s New Year’s Resolution
Five Top Gifts Revisited – A True Tale
Last week my blog focused on the top five gifts your staff wants for the holidays. I was recently reminded of the importance of these gifts via a heartfelt conversation with a dear friend who works for a small, family-run manufacturing business. She is not in the upper echelon of the company, nor is she… Continue reading Five Top Gifts Revisited – A True Tale
Top Five Gifts Your Staff Wants For The Holidays
The holiday season is considered to be the time of giving, a time to be selfless and cognizant of the needs of others. As a business coach and consultant I have often been faced with what I call “The Great Divide” between upper management of companies and the balance of the working team. Some may… Continue reading Top Five Gifts Your Staff Wants For The Holidays
Five Steps to Family Business Harmony
A friend of mine with a great track record of success running a family business recently shared with me thoughts on how to make a family business relationship work effectively. I thought you would enjoy reading this perspective from the front lines. Here is what this family business CEO wrote: Do you remember the television… Continue reading Five Steps to Family Business Harmony