You need persistence to continue moving forward. Many businesses are facing challenging times. Now, more than ever, it is important for leaders to have action steps in place to deal with any issues that arise. Persistence is key to this, and I believe there are three ways to exhibit persistence: take a practical look at the current problems that exists in your company; determine solutions to combat the issues; and commit to acting on whatever solutions you’ve found to be ideal. If you display the willingness to do whatever is necessary to achieve success, you will show … [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...]
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...]
