By guest blogger Sadako Red [see disclaimer] [November 17, 2019] Just when I was beginning to think I understood people … Last month, I gave a guest lecture on “The motivations of America’s Founding Father Samuel Adams;” not that it matters much, but I’m considered an expert in early-American politics. I gave my speech at Georgetown University here… Read More »
[November 16, 2019] When you’re asked to describe what’s needed to be an effective leader, you tend to cite skills like strong communication, efficiency at delegation, the ability to recognize achievements, and the like. What you normally wouldn’t include on the list is “skilled at social media”. However, social media is an undeniably integral part of our lives.… Read More »
[November 9, 2019] It’s time to debunk the stereotype that introverts aren’t natural leaders. A collaborative study by researchers from Harvard, Stanford, and the University of Chicago has shown that introverted CEOs are even more effective than extroverted ones. Ready for that big chair? Here is how to harness your introversion and help your team reach its fullest… Read More »
[November 9, 2019] In today’s ultra-competitive market of qualified job candidates competing for the same positions, your hiring process is critical. Nobody knows more about the “dos and don’ts” of recognizing and evaluating talent than does an experienced executive recruiter. Here are a few tips from an expert in the field to help you find the best talent… Read More »
[November 9, 2019] Leadership isn’t easy. If it were, everyone would do it. It’s a difficult and often thankless job that requires more than just hard work and perseverance. Beyond fostering traits like charisma, passion, and emotional intelligence, there are a few things you can do to help yourself lead smarter. What makes a leader? That’s a question… Read More »
[October 13, 2019] An entrepreneurial career is exhilarating; you are your own boss, you get to call the shots and you can physically see the results of your hard work. However, it is not an easy sail. Entrepreneurship involves risks, uncertainties, and management of multiple aspects of running a business. This blog lists the benefits of an entrepreneurial… Read More »
[October 12, 2019] The tendency to take control over things and make everything work by a personal set of rules is inherent in each individual. However, there are a number of things that separate the need to satisfy our dictatorial desires and the dynamic practice of managing the control we have successfully and efficiently. Leadership is driven by… Read More »
[October 5, 2019] Admit it- you strive to be respected, to have authority and unquestioned influence on other people. Each of us wants to be a leader, but only few people understand the way to achieve this. How to become a leader in life? It is not easy, but quite possible. We will have a closer look at… Read More »
[September 26, 2019] What are the traits of a good leader? Maybe you have an answer to that question, maybe you don’t. In any case, you might be surprised to hear that there is no right answer. Every business is different and requires different approaches. This means that there isn’t a one-size-fits-all leadership style that would suit everyone.… Read More »
[September 22, 2019] Yes, even if you’re an introvert and afraid of asking for a ride. Only the concept of leadership in our information age has so many meanings and nuances that you simply cannot imagine how to develop it properly. On the one hand, it seems like an opportunity to sit at the top and take over… Read More »