Category: Career and Leadership
The best leaders have many good qualities, follow certain rules, and always make connections with those they are leading. It’s hard to imagine that one of the rules leaders must follow is allowing themselves to be led. Okay, so maybe it is not a rule, but it definitely improves the quality of leadership you offer. […]
In every workplace, work habits make the difference between a team that thrives and a team that struggles. The right work habits boost productivity, improve teamwork, and create a good environment where everyone feels motivated and supported. On the flip side, poor work habits can cause frustration, lower morale, and lead to missed deadlines or […]
When you are a leader, everything can feel a little harder, especially learning from your mistakes. Making a mistake or experiencing failure is challenging when all eyes are on you. Which they often are if you are in a management position or leading a team. While the aftermath can be tough, there is intense pressure […]
Perhaps the most defining characteristic of a great man is how they handle adversity. When times get tough, and we’re stretched to our natural limits, the true character of a person reveals itself. As a part-time missionary and full-time traveler, I’ve been blessed to have three lifetimes’ worth of experiences in my short 42 years. […]
You may develop a teeny tiny hatred for leadership the day you have to lead people who don’t like you. Unfortunately, it’s a situation that anyone can fall into. You could be promoted to leading a project or get transferred to another department. You could even get a management role at a new company. Everything […]
If you are a leader and not empowering your team, they are probably frustrated with you. It can be difficult for an employee to work without independence. Your team members appreciate you giving guidance but wish they could have more autonomy to really stretch their wings and fly. But it’s challenging to give all that […]
Career setbacks are those things you never want to experience but know can happen at any time. Sure, you can do your job, make good decisions, and take advantage of opportunities as they come, but you cannot control external factors. Take the COVID pandemic, for example. Nobody saw it coming, and many people were laid […]
Someone once told me that when I finally got in charge, I’d be handling time the way I wanted. This person promised me free time and freedom, essentially getting paid to do nothing. I was excited. Then, I found out that when you are a leader, people expect a lot more from you. With leadership […]
When you are at work, discovering your purpose beyond making money is hard. In fact, many people go to work with money as their only goal. It’s not bad, obviously, but money should not be the end of it. Money is good and can keep you at your job for a long time. So, while […]
Where do leaders come from? Some are born, and others are made through processes like leadership mentoring. More leaders should focus on this process. And what is it? Leadership mentoring is a powerful tool. It helps leaders grow by providing guidance, support, and sharing of expertise. It’s not just about giving advice; it’s about nurturing […]