High Performing Leaders

When we first began in our careres perhaps we asked the What's in it for me question constantly in our personal and work environments.  Fair enough, as teenagers and young adults that was common.

As you search for the top most successful leaders you will see that they may have one trait in common...they look for opportunities to help others. These elite leaders care more than they have to about their people.  They get to know them as people -- not just employees.  They take time to build trust, and they prioritize their teams. 

Brian Tracy's quote says is beautifully.  Great character is built on adding value and helping people to reach their potentials.

If we don't make mistakes, that means we are not reaching high enough...we are playing in our comfort/safety zone.

If it is difficult....that is good -- it means we are about to grow and learn.

Difficult things do take time; however, things that seem impossible to you today may take a little bit longer."

Don't give up, your dreams are worth it!

Excellent lessons from top Women Leaders!

I agree that always do the right thing, and always have goals front and center!

Please take a moment to read through the wonderful lessons and tips.  What lessons would you like to share?

Excellent article....now I don't feel guilty when I actually take the time to recharge my batteries over the weekend!

Take a read and tell me what you think?  Is there anything that should be on the list that is not mentioned?

Wow.....such an interesting article --so true!

The top things most successful leaders don't do:

1.  They don't do what everyone else does; They Always go above and beyond to achieve goals

2.  They don't waste time; They work hard on staying on course, and avoiding getting derailed.  They focus their time and energy on what matters most....not what matters least.

3.  They don't focus on what they can't do; They know their strengths, where they want to be, and then they quickly set course.  They put all of their energies on what is within their control -- laser focus.

4.  They don't think they can do it alone; The most confident leaders are humble, and seek out advice, assistance, and expertise.  Its not about them, its about their teams, and accomplishing the goals!

5.  They don't think that they always know best; The most confident leaders are curious to learn.  They listen to the ideas of others.  They listen to understand.

What else do you think should be on the list?

What else

Are you an Invisible Leader?

In my humble opinion I believe Tao Te Ching refers to the invisible leader clearly...

Tao Te Ching stated:  "With the greatest leader above them, people barely know one exists. Next comes one whom they love and praise. Next comes one whom they fear. Next comes one whom they despise and defy.

When a leader trusts no one, no one trusts him.

The great leader speaks little. He never speaks carelessly. He works without self-interest and leaves no trace. A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when all is finished and his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves."

I know that it feels good to feel needed by your team.  I know that it feels super to be told that the team achieved the excellent results because of your leadership.  Personally, it feels good; however, is that the goal of a leader?   It is hard to be invisible (I don't mean not when you need to be available to your team)

It takes a humble and confident leader to always give the credit away, and to empower and involve a team to the level that the team does believe that they took the ball and ran with it.

What are your thoughts?

Have you practiced your elevator speech lately?  If not, you should.

If someone asked you what you do, are you effectively giving them a sense of who you are and why they should care?  Does your elevator introduction keep them interested and wanting to keep in touch with you?

If you answered yes to all of the above...you are on the right track and ensuring that you put your best foot forward.

For everyone else, you are in good company -- we all need to rehearse our elevator speeches on an ongoing basis.

Please read the article and share with us your thoughts.

Another outstanding video from Daniel Pink.

If you are a leader and are interested in new concepts to motivate your teams....Please watch this video.  If you want to watch more videos, please go through the pages and you will find two other videos from Daniel Pink.

John Maxwell, 5 levels of leadership must see video.

I often refer to the five levels of leaders throughout my leadership courses and coaching.  Excellent philosophy that I believe in.

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If you need inspiration, just take your time watching these ten videos.

I make a practice each week to watch a Ted Video.  They are just what the doctor ordered for kick starting your day/week.  Tell us what you think...which one is your favorite?

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