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...]
3 Steps To Help Your Team Thrive
Empowering your team is an important step in business growth and success. It's not enough to just have a strong and empowered staff, you also need to be able to empower them as well. But what does that actually look like? And how can you go about empowering your team to help your business growth? Here are 3 steps you can take. First, provide your team with the necessary tools and training they need to be successful. Second, create an environment that encourages creativity and risk-taking. And finally, set clear expectations and hold your team members accountable. By following … [Read more...]
Get Powerful Feedback With These Questions
Getting feedback from your team is crucial to your success as a leader. Should you ask for feedback from your team members to use to become a better leader? Absolutely. Make it clear that you're open to their comments and suggestions, as well as how they can provide feedback. Don't be afraid of negative feedback – no one is perfect, so hearing constructive criticism will help you become a better leader instead of a bitter one. Once you have their feedback, ask yourself these questions: How can I use this information to improve? Is there anything else I should be aware of? … [Read more...]
Motivational Moment – Willingness
It's the time of year when CEO's are asking, "How do I grow my business to the next level?". On a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being none and 10 being all in, where is your willingness to do what it takes to achieve your BIG goal? Transform your 2019 business goals into results with our new "Snapshot Business Planning" online course, the EASIEST self-paced program to help you craft the ideal business plan for YOU. … [Read more...]
Motivational Moment – Calmness
Summertime is typically a very busy season for business owners and leaders, we can all benefit from taking a moment to practice calmness. It's easy to get caught up in the chaos of working IN your business, go into work overload, and even burn out during this busy time. Calmness of thinking and behavior is the fuel that will take you to theNext Level. ~ Linda McLean McLean International coaches work with CEOs all over the globe to help them see more results, and more success. From all our experience we have a proven method to simplify this process. Download our free guide, … [Read more...]
