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How to Become a More Effective Leader - Dr Michelle K Johnston
The world does not stand still, and neither should you. If there is one thing history teaches us it’s that those who adapt often survive — it’s literally in our DNA as positive genetic mutations that have helped our ancestors overcome challenges presented by their environments and situations. On the other hand, those who remain...
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How Successful Leaders Build Connection That Drives Results - Dr Michelle K Johnston
Break the chains of command. Being a leader in today’s world can be exceptionally difficult. In fact, it can be argued it is more difficult now to be a leader than at any point in the past. Why is that? Modern leaders are finding that what worked for centuries now puts them at a disadvantage...
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How To Become The Perfect Boss - Dr Michelle K Johnston
Perfection equals disconnection. Are you a perfectionist? Do you struggle to connect with your team? Despite any grandiose or deprecating thoughts we may hold of ourselves, the perfect boss does not exist. Never has, never will. Someone who appears to be perfect creates that aura by acutely observing, tuning in to, and showing keen interest...
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Human Connections Drives Results - Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, What's Next! with Tiffani Bova
One-to-one is how leadership is won. Connection drives results. But what if you don’t know where to start or what to do? Being a leader comes with many responsibilities and challenges, many of which can be difficult navigating if you don’t yet have a team backing you. There is a consensus among leaders that connection...
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To be a successful leader, you have to hear what people are really saying. Historically, leaders communicated with their employees in a transactional and hierarchical manner. However, these tactics no longer work in today’s environment. The traditional, command-and-control leadership style is no longer as effective. What leadership techniques do effective leaders employ in the modern...
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Wisdom comes not from age but from education and learning. – Anton Chekhov (1860-1904), Russian writer There’s no doubt that age makes you wiser. As time passes, you learn from your mistakes. If you’re wise, you conclude that you’ll never stop learning. But what comes along with that wisdom is the corresponding realization that you’ll...
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The Opposite of Small Talk hosted by Danielle McCombs and Kristy Olinger - Dr Michelle K Johnston - Leadership Connection
The first person you lead must be yourself. Author Joseph Lalonde says it’s hard to lead others when you’re not leading yourself. We have no actual control over others. We do have control of ourselves. In a large world that seemingly becomes smaller by the day thanks to technology, those in charge must find ways...
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Good Boss or Bad Boss? Which One are You? - Dr Steve Vargo & Dr Michelle K Johnston - Leadership
Every boss started as a worker — never forget where you come from. Imagine all of the bosses you’ve had throughout your life. Which ones stand out to you the most, and why? While all of their styles and personalities may vary widely, there is only one ultimate characteristic that truly matters — were they...
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Create a Culture for Innovation and Disruption - Dr. Michelle K. Johnston, management professor, executive coach, and leadership expert
How do you create a culture that supports innovation and disruption? I think it takes a leader who is compassionate (empathetic + action-oriented) and who creates an environment of trust. The New York Times had a great article, Visionaries With the Courage to Change the World, that focused on courageous leadership. I wholeheartedly agree with its...
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