The first thing you must learn about leadership is that your team is your greatest asset. If you look at them as an expense, as a problem, or a “necessary evil,” you’re already off the rails. John Maxwell says, “Leadership is influence. Nothing more, nothing less. Everyone has influence in someone else’s life.” How do you gain influence? You “add…
Month: April 2014
Effective Communication
“All of Business is About Relationships. Relationships are Built on Effective Communication!” How many communication mistakes are small business owners making? “Simply put, the communicator must consider the audience….” What if we really understood people? How much more effectively could we communicate with them? What if we truly understood human behavior? What if we understood the needs, wants, and desires…
No team No dream
Dave Anderson said, “If you have a dream, but no team, you’ve got to give up the dream or build up the team.” Do you have a dream? Is your dream inspiring enough to create the desire you need to build a team? Remember, the one and only reason your business exists is to be a vehicle to help you…
Qualities of a Phenomenal Leader
One who loves others Everyone wants to be loved. Everyone wants to be accepted and understood. When you show people how much you value them as a human being, you will see an amazing return of l loyalty and care from your team. I tell my staff members how much I love them all the time. Why? Because I do!…
Phenomenal Leadership
One of the biggest reasons small business owners remain prisoners of their own making is the lack of leadership skill. The owners of the business are convinced that no one is as capable as they are and are convinced they can’t find “good” people. I know how they feel. I have endured just about every employee nightmare you can imagine.…