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THESE ARE THE BEST OF TIMES!
Times are tough! The economy is crashing. People are losing homes, jobs, retirement savings. It may get worse before it gets better. But if you want to become a stronger leader, these are the BEST of times. Read why…
FIVE MISTAKES TO AVOID IF YOU’RE THE NEW LEADER TAKING CHARGE
When a new leader takes over a team or department, the first few weeks can make a huge difference. As everyone sorts out the transition, the leader can, without realizing it, make things more difficult for himself or herself – as well as the team. Or – the new leader can seize this window of opportunity to take the baton with grace, creating alignment and commitment while building trust and momentum. Read about five mistakes you can avoid when you take charge.
THE TRANSPARENT ORGANIZATION
I’ve come to believe that leaders can create transformative experiences when they focus on creating transparent organizations (or teams). This article describes the fifteen most important characteristics of a transparent organization.