Trust is the foundation on which all successful businesses and relationships stand. As a leader, you are the most important aspect of your business. You set the tone in your company and model the behaviors and business values that others imitate. Whether you realize it or not, one of those values is trustworthiness and how it relates to your business. Leadership requires that you show trust in yourself and your team to achieve the business outcomes you hope for. Let’s dive deeper into four ways displaying trust will positively influence your company. 1. Your Trust Impacts Your … [Read more...]
Leadership Starts With Self-Trust
The circle of trust starts with you. Do you know the best place to begin the circle of trust as a leader? It’s with you. When you make promises to yourself — things you want to accomplish, personal goals you set — following through on those promises develops your own self-trust. As you develop your trust in your own abilities and commitment to follow through, the circle expands to include those in your business. Your clients and team members will know you are a person who does what you say you are going to do. This can only result in positive outcomes like increased … [Read more...]
The Foundation of Business
Are you a consistent leader? You earn the trust of those around you by showing up and showing up consistently. No relationship with true value is built without trust. Ensure that the words you say match the actions you perform. Our FREE ebooks help leaders reach their next level of success. If you'd like to reach your next level, view our library and download the best one for you. … [Read more...]
What Are You Waiting For?
Act on opportunity and inspire your team. As a leader, you’re often presented with opportunities that will bring value to you and your business. But you delay taking initiative and placing a plan in action. This slowed response not only impacts you as the leader, but those that look to you — your team. The habits you create in your business about your business have an impact on your team and become what they absorb and ultimately imitate. When you see your employees or team members taking initiative about the tasks that have been delegated to them, it reflects the example you’ve set. … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Take Better Initiative as a Leader
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...]
Are You Leading Your Team With Confidence?
YOU are capable. Confident leaders are able to trust their gut instincts, and because of this, they make better decisions. They also have a clear vision for their business and know how to communicate it effectively to their team. Lastly, they inspire others with their passion and enthusiasm, which leads to a more productive workplace. A confident leader has a strong inner belief that they are capable of making the best decisions for their business. This confidence creates trust, which makes it easier to delegate tasks without worrying about whether team members will be able to complete … [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...]
What’s Holding You Back From Success?
Believe in yourself. It's sometimes easy to forget that we all have the power of belief inside us. When you believe in yourself and your skills, it will be easier for others to do so as well. So, if there is anything holding you back from achieving a certain goal or dream, start by believing in yourself first! Because when you believe in the work you do and the future of your business, others will too. 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 FREE … [Read more...]
Are You Leading With Influence?
We are the sum of the people we surround ourselves with. This is true for two reasons. First, because other people have a strong influence on our lives and how we think and feel about things. Second, they provide us with inspiration that can lead to creative ideas or new perspectives on old problems. The more diverse our social network is, the more opportunities there will be for creative thinking and innovation in all aspects of life. This can help with our attitudes because, as we spend time around people who are similar to us, it can contribute to our belief that the world is a … [Read more...]
