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Category: Self-Managed Employee

What Does Your Team Say About Your Leadership?

June 18, 2015 by Next Level Executive Coaching

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Steve Kerr and the Golden State Warriors faced Game 4 of the NBA Finals. Not only is this leader a rookie head coach, but this is actually his first season as a coach at any level.

Golden State has waited forty years for this moment with a championship on the line. His team was down 2 – 1 against the Cleveland Cavaliers.  So, what would you do if…

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The Third Option During Conflict

June 4, 2015 by Steve Laswell

“What’s one of your key takeaways from our time together?” I asked Bill.

“In the past, my mindset was ’just send a memo.’ Now, my goal is to lead by engaging people. Sure, some decisions are directive by nature, but now I see that those situations are limited … especially, when there is high stress or conflict.”

It’s natural

With a stressed relationship, it’s easy…

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Stopping the Bear That’s Chasing You

April 9, 2015 by Steve Laswell

Dr. Lambert walked into the consultation room to meet with Mr. Jones’ family. “I’m sorry, the news isn’t good. Your Dad won’t be back.”

“But can’t we do something else?” Susan begged the doctor, “There MUST be something more…” her voice faded as she fought back the emotion of the moment.

“We’ve done everything we can…”

“But what if he rallies?” Mark interrupted, “it’s possible, right?”

Having…

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The Most Changeable Cause of High Employee Turnover

April 2, 2015 by Steve Laswell

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“Good morning,” Bill said with as big a smile as he could muster.  “Allow me to introduce Tim Smith. Tim is a very successful and talented account manager coming to us from our Florida market. Tim, why don’t you tell us a little bit about yourself?”

Immediately Penny was lost in thought, “I wonder how long this guy will last? He looks sharp. Sounds like he knows his…

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When your body speaks louder than words…

March 19, 2015 by Steve Laswell

Patrick left the meeting with Rebecca a bit confused. “Why does it feel like Rebecca doesn’t mean what she says?” he asked his teammate Gloria.

“I know.  Half the time, I feel like she hasn’t heard a word I’ve said. It’s like her mouth is moving, but her eyes are somewhere else.”

“I can’t put my finger on it … we just … don’t connect.”

You’re speaking two…

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The Absurdity That Keeps You Comfortable

January 8, 2015 by Steve Laswell

Described as a “large, hairy, bipedal humanoid” it’s better known as Bigfoot. The story is folklore, misidentification, and hoax. Scientists consider the creature’s existence absurd; there just isn’t any physical evidence. Woodsmen and campers you can breathe easy.

Still, articles like this appear, “What’s The Most Absurd Big Foot Photo You’ve Ever Seen?” It seems John Rodriguez, a retired electrician, is stuck trying to prop up…

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Why Trying to Control Doesn’t Work

December 18, 2014 by Steve Laswell

“Look, I just want to do my job and want everyone on the team to do what they’re supposed to do. What’s wrong with that?” Robin asked defensively.

“What happens when they don’t do what you want them to do?” I probed.

“Well, I’m frustrated … so frustrated that I either react or just do it myself. That way I know…

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