Take action to prepare for the future. The bottom line is true leaders never stop finding ways to remain innovative and in charge of their business, team, and life. It’s the difference between where you currently are and where you’d like to be. Are there areas where you could take more initiative? Today, I want to share how to take better initiative. Step One: Begin with the End in Mind Whenever you decide to start something new, a clear vision of the desired result should be in view. If you don’t have a concise idea of what the outcome will be, you’re more likely to never start or … [Read more...]
Take Better Action in Business
Develop action-taking habits. It's important to start taking initiative in order to grow as a leader. Taking initiative in the workplace is certainly not a new concept. To be an effective leader, it's not enough to simply have ideas and speak up. True leadership starts with developing your skills as a decision maker through daily habits that will allow you to take action on those thoughts or ideas effectively. At McLean International, our mission is to help people reach their next level of living professionally and personally through strategic planning and processes. Download our … [Read more...]
4 Powerful Ways to Build Confidence in What You Do
Belief is the foundation of everything we do. It's not just a word or saying, it's what drives us to take on new challenges and overcome obstacles. When you believe in yourself and your skills, others will too. Here are four powerful ways to find the belief within yourself and share that with others: Step One: Start with your why Understanding the "why" behind what you do is a powerful motivator and can help you connect with others on a deeper level. When people see that you're passionate about what you do, they'll be more likely to believe in it too. Step Two: Visualize … [Read more...]
3 Steps to Empower Growth in Your Team
Team growth is an important part of any company's success. The right team members in the right positions can make all the difference when it comes to meeting goals and objectives. One of the smartest things that any business can do is provide a supportive environment for their employees, with identifiable core values and opportunities for growth. When you have a healthy environment for your staff members, they will be more productive and motivated to grow their skillsets. In this article, we provide 3 steps that will help you build an effective culture in your company so that it … [Read more...]
Improve This Skill for Business Growth
Being a good leader starts with you. Are you evaluating what you are doing to be a better leader? Where do you measure up with your attitude? What plans do you have this year to become a better leader? Also, ask yourself, who is it that you want to come alongside you to help you be a better leader. Take some time today to develop your leadership skills. < Click here to watch more videos like this from McLean International. If you would like to receive the monthly McLean Motivational Moment word to your inbox, SIGN UP HERE: … [Read more...]