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Relationships Matter: Ethical Dilemmas

Have you ever faced an ethical dilemma? How do you determine the best way to handle them? I don’t hear the word ethics that often these days. I am sure most of you are aware of the concept, but it might not be top of mind in your daily practice or when making...

Work Relationships Mater: Energy

  What is emotional energy? Can emotions affect peak performance? Fifteen years ago, I served as the chair of a search committee. A few minutes before introducing a candidate to speak at an open forum, I asked her how she was feeling. She indicated that her...

Work Relationships Mater: Leading from the Middle

What are the primary roles of middle managers? Why are middle managers important? Many of us who serve in leadership roles in organizations are somewhere in the middle. We might serve at any of the following levels: cabinet, executive, operational, or supervisory....

Work Relationships Matter: The Toastmasters Connection

Did you know that Toastmasters can help you become an even better leader? What is the Leadership-Toastmasters connection? I am a recovering workaholic. There might be a 12-step program for my affliction, but I haven’t found it yet. But I told myself that I would not...

Work Relationships Matter: Self-promotion

How do you feel about people who self-promote? When is it beneficial to self-promote?   If you were a hiring officer at a dynamic organization and I told you my skills and accomplishments were modest, would I be at the top of your list? Humility is a virtue, but it...