Everyone who works with me learns about how to navigate outside of the comfort zone. It’s a core foundation of developing Emotionally Intelligent Leadership. Quick primer: We live in a world that is familiar, safe, trusted – comfortable. Something calls to us from outside of the circle and we have the choice to go for…
The Declaration of Independence says that we are all created equal. I’m always up for a good debate, even if it’s with our Founding Fathers. None of us are created equal. We are all created individual. We deserve equal treatment under the law. We don’t deserve to be lumped into a category that’s neat and…
If you are struggling with expanding your business or have become frustrated with developing your company’s next generation of leaders, the answer is within your grasp. In fact, the answer lies within YOU! I learned many valuable lessons in the C-Suite and as an entrepreneur. Most important: Digging deep and transforming yourself as a leader…
My first-hand experience as a C-level executive, business transformation specialist and coach, has revealed the power of Emotionally Intelligent (EI) Leadership – what I call “Leaders Inspired.” I’m launching my blog to share what I’ve learned with you! I have helped successful business owners, CEOs, directors, senior managers, and team leaders use EI to develop…
I don’t know if you are like me or not. I suspect we are all somewhat similar. Sometimes I just don’t want to lead. I want to lay down and sleep off the leadership hangover. Sometimes it just seems too hard or I get tired….or I want something just a little too much. I want…
I have always held the thought that if you confront the old habits and beliefs, you can’t help but transform. I don’t think that is the way transformation goes. That’s shortcut thinking. Here’s my update: First step is to understand that something feels off and is not working. Second step is to make a choice…
Help me serve in a way that helps someone be THEIR best, not MY version of what’s best.-Mary Pat Knight, Journal Entry November 7, 2013 Control is the safety net of any business leader. Or, rather, the PERCEIVED safety net. We are taught through example and through experience that it’s better to control the outcome…