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Category: Leading on Purpose

5 Game-changing Behaviors to Make Your Next Meeting a Homerun

When was the last time you considered it a joy to be in a two-day meeting? For me (Rip), it was within the past two weeks. What made my client’s annual leadership team meeting a pleasure was five healthy behaviors that were on full display throughout the two days. And, I assure you, these behaviors… Continue reading 5 Game-changing Behaviors to Make Your Next Meeting a Homerun

When Positive Change Goes South

Change is not easy. As a leader, you know that for a fact. Even change that is for the better is never “bump-free,” as we discussed in a previous blog. Of course, you expect unwelcome changes to be hard on people and prepare accordingly. But what about a change you assume will be received as… Continue reading When Positive Change Goes South

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The Leadership Ropes Course: Zig-Zag to Success

Leadership is a lot like a ropes course – you are confronted with challenge after challenge, each one testing your skills and giving you an opportunity for personal development and team growth. In this series, we are looking at elements of “The Leadership Ropes Course” that all leaders need to face – and master! Balance… Continue reading The Leadership Ropes Course: Zig-Zag to Success

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The Leadership Ropes Course: Inspiring the Leap

Leadership is a lot like a ropes course – you are confronted with challenge after challenge, each one testing your skills and giving you an opportunity for personal development and team growth. In this series, we are looking at elements of “The Leadership Ropes Course” that all leaders need to face – and master! Jumping… Continue reading The Leadership Ropes Course: Inspiring the Leap

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The Leadership Ropes Course: The Decision Zip Line

Leadership is a lot like a ropes course – you are confronted with challenge after challenge, each one testing your skills and giving you an opportunity for personal development and team growth. In this series, we are looking at elements of “The Leadership Ropes Course” that all leaders need to face – and master! Have… Continue reading The Leadership Ropes Course: The Decision Zip Line

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The Leadership Ropes Course: Getting Over the Wall

Leadership is a lot like a ropes course – you are confronted with challenge after challenge, each one testing your skills and giving you an opportunity for personal development and team growth. In this series, we are looking at elements of “The Leadership Ropes Course” that all leaders need to face – and master! If… Continue reading The Leadership Ropes Course: Getting Over the Wall