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16 surprising daily habits that help business leaders thrive
Forbes
Leadership isn't for everyone. Given the level of responsibility that leaders must assume and the amounts of mental and physical energy it takes to consistently guide teams toward a larger vision, serving in a leadership capacity can be overwhelming. The best leaders find ways to replenish their reserves so that they can approach each day with a fresh mind, an open heart and the drive to tackle whatever challenges they may face.
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5 steps to develop more discipline
Full Focus
We all know disciplined people: they do what they set out to do. They know obstacles and distractions will get in their way. Yet they move forward anyway. How do some people seem to have superhuman discipline, while others start and stop, unable to get traction and ultimately give up?
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How to lead more effective meetings and get better results
Lolly Daskal
Many of my executive clients complain that they spend all day in meetings, often with little to nothing to show for it. We've all been there, suffering from unproductive meetings that waste our time and energy. You may not be able to control other people's meetings, but you can make sure that the ones you lead are worth attending.
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The ResponseMaster® IFS family for custom fire and rescue vehicles combines refined ride quality and rugged design. Superior maneuverability and handling increases safety for the fire fighter and reduces response time in the most demanding conditions.
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Failing to plan is ...
Kevin Eikenberry
You've heard it said that failing to plan is planning to fail. You have also likely had times when you didn't plan or didn't do it well enough. While we all agree with that wisdom of planning, we don't always implement a planning process that improves our success rate.
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4 things people with great communication skills will do in a conflict
Inc.
Communication is the source of much conflict in the workplace. Words are misinterpreted, feelings get hurt, people choose sides, the gossip machine starts to churn and trust is lost. Poor communication can cost businesses countless hours of lost productivity to employees and bosses scrambling to do "damage control" and fix a problem that may have been avoided with good communication habits.
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Leadership at its purest: Create a culture that allows your members to flourish
Fire Chief
You've undoubtedly heard or been part of the myriad discussions about how to lead — from the front, picking up the rear, from the floor, tip of the spear, etc. The truth is there is no single right way to lead. After all, leadership isn't simply a position, location, rank or title. In its purest sense, leadership is about creating and fostering a culture that allows others to flourish.
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JW Fishers are specialists in the design and manufacture of underwater search systems. Their product line includes hand held and boat towed metal detectors, marine magnetometers, video systems. side scan sonars, sub bottom profilers and scanning sonar.
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Planning now to reach the goals you set
Kevin Eikenberry
Most organizations set goals, and the teams in those organizations either set theirs or are handed them based on those organizational goals. While we could have a conversation about how effectively they are set, the biggest problem isn't in the setting process. It is in having a plan for achieving goals once they are set.
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We created our Connecting Heroes® program for the unique connectivity needs of fire departments, offering free service, network priority access and preemption with WPS enrollment, exceptional customer support, and the nation’s largest 5G network. Click and see how T-Mobile® for Government can keep your department connected.
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Becoming bold: How to strengthen your leadership
Forbes
We live in turbulent times. We have endured a global pandemic, a great resignation and a complete shake-up on the future of work. Who knows what else is around the corner? There are always lessons to be learned when you take the time to reflect. This can set you up to navigate the future. In doing so, you need to look beyond the past and to the future for solutions, new ways of doing business and new mindsets. Enter the importance of bold leadership.
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iPlanTables provides Sit-Stand touchscreen workstations for plan reviewers, city planners, GIS and archivist departments. Starting 13 years ago we proudly are the only USA based stand manufacturer the industry. Join over 50 other jurisdictions who utilize our modern technology. “iPlanTables Helps You See the Big Picture”
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Be a better leader: Have the courage to maintain a growth mindset
Business Observer
Joey Brannon gets right to it: he detests clichés. "Sometimes," Brannon says, "the journey sucks." A business consultant and small business owner, Brannon says that in connection, of course, to the line that it's not the destination that matters — but the journey.
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4 big obstacles that are standing in the way of your team's greatness
Lolly Daskal
As I coach leaders around the world and in all kinds of industries, I always find it fascinating to gather as much data as I can. One question I often ask my clients is "What are the obstacles you encounter in working to create a great team?" Here are the four barriers that are cited most often.
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The effortless way to make better decisions and be more creative, backed by science
Inc.
You probably know that sleep helps you learn faster and improves your memory. For example, imagine you need to remember a pitch or presentation; a 2016 study published in Psychological Science found that people who studied before bed, slept, then did a quick review the next morning not only spent less time studying, but they also increased their long-term retention by 50%.
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When you ask a firefighter to climb 100 feet in the air, waiting at the top better be some peace of mind. Rosenbauer aerials are the highest standard, built on a 30-year track record of zero compromise. Safety and ease of operation. An extension of the firefighter. Performing as one.
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The key to great performance — unlocking the power of 'soft skills'
Insurance Business
Human resources departments — and their championing of the "soft skills" of empathy, problem-solving and resilience — entered into a new era during COVID as business leaders sought new solutions to tackle the upheaval facing their operational structure, strategy and people. Those HR leaders basking in the rather novel glow of such appreciation are not putting this newly recognized importance to waste.
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7 research-backed strategies to stop wasting time making decisions
Fast Company
You're running all out but failing to reach a goal. Your team is grinding through tasks and decisions. If companies want to grow, compete and win, they need to accelerate decisions. It is estimated the average American makes 70 decisions per day, according to Professor Sheena S. Iyengar, at Columbia Business School. Given the frequency, the real need is for a practical approach to lead in a data-driven world.
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When it comes to leadership styles, context is king
Fire Chief
Derrick Phillips writes: Over the years, I have had many conversations with fire service professionals regarding leadership. The conversations are always animated, partly because leadership itself is ill-defined, and there are many competing schools of thought on the subject. To simplify the subject, many leaders lock in on one leadership style. The problem here is twofold. First, leadership does not have a one-size-fits-all solution. Second, leaders are choosing a leadership style that suits them, not the people whom they are trying to lead.
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GT5000 Terra: Accurately identify and quantify unknown gases or call ‘ALL CLEAR’ at incident sites! All in a compact design with simple touch-screen commands.
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Why harnessing emotional awareness is crucial for all leaders
Entrepreneur
Nearly all entrepreneurs are looking for ways to optimize their workflow. However, it's common for business leaders to focus on solving problems externally in their business, instead of looking within themselves. The purpose of your business should not only be to fulfill a desire for success, but also to align with the deeper parts of who you are, what you stand for and what you wish to share with others.
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Leading through layoffs: How to manage workers on their way out — and those who stay
SNBC
High-profile layoffs at Meta and Twitter and planned cuts at Disney have heightened concerns on the part of managers and senior executives at employers nationwide who are struggling with how to lead a team through a round of corporate downsizing. How a company handles a layoff can have a major impact on its future success. Poorly managed, a reduction in the workforce can damage a company's reputation.
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