Do your career aspirations include continual forward progress with the goal of leading others? SSC Coaching introduces its Leadership Development Toolkit for those professionals aspiring to leadership positions. This toolkit is a practical course on leadership ship that reviews basic principals and the current model for leading in today’s economy that is powered by a […]
Let’s start with the Good. Tributes and memorials to John McCain recently dominated the news for weeks. The word most used to describe him was Maverick. Close behind were many more accolades such Hero, Patriot, Courageous, Honest and Likeable. What a wonderful footprint to leave behind. He was a leader and role model who […]
At every stage of life, learning or “sharpening the saw” is important to first achieving and then maintaining personal happiness, engagement, and well-being. It is the 7th Habit of Highly Effective People, as noted by Stephen Covey in his best selling book on the subject of personal leadership. This seems easy when careers are young, […]
Whether you work for a small company or a large one, whether you are in management or an entry-level position, gaining the respect of your coworkers is a smart career move. Respect and likeability go hand-in-hand. Build a strong foundation for your career path by including respect and integrity in your personal branding. These tips […]
When you have high career aspirations, one thing you need to establish right off the bat is the fact that you can be a leader. Whether you’re new to a particular office environment or you’ve been thinking about a way to get to the position you really want, being a good leader is important. Everybody […]
Podcast listening has become a popular way to be entertained or to learn something on the go. Out for a run? Walking the dog? Long commute? Gardening? Podcast listening can be an absorbing alternative to music. High achievers have also discovered that they are a valuable time management tool. Listed here is a summary of […]
Is leadership a talent or a skill? Do great leaders have a natural aptitude for motivating a group to achieve results? Or is leadership a skill that can be learned through training, experience and practice? Regardless of where you fall on this debate, successful leadership is fueled by a burning desire or deep commitment. You […]
Nothing demonstrates leadership skills better than initiating and navigating difficult conversations. It is normal to want to avoid these conversations. The thought of them brings up mental obstacles that we have acquired through our lifetime such as: fear of rejection, risk of causing offense, anxiety about not being able to handle the conversation well. […]
Text messaging is a popular form of communication, particularly among the millennials where it is the preferred form of communication, easily replacing e-mail. Equally popular is social media in its various forms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, various blogs and apps, etc.). Spend time in any coffee shop or restaurant and you will see the prominence […]
You have people reporting to you – does that make you a leader? Technically, and according to Webster and Google, the answer is yes because you are the person that directs, (commands, guides, etc.) a group or organization. But Webster and Google need updating. A better definition today is this: Leadership is accomplishing change through […]
