In a previous article featuring an interview with executive recruiter John Self, we discussed some of the best ways to be prepared and to develop your resume. However, there are some other skills that will help lead you to success that aren’t technically written out on your resume, and those are your soft skills. Hard …
In a recent Pulse article by Del Gilbert, creator and owner of Accelerating Excellence, he discusses “2 Simple Ways to Help Others Flourish.” What I love most about this article is how simple it is to apply these for greater success. Regardless of where you are on the ladder, affirmation and encouragement leads to a …
In a world driven by connections, it’s not often that we consider that the ability to connect with others isn’t a skill that comes naturally to everyone. I have the privilege of being the type of individual who happens to come by this naturally, but for those who struggle in this area, I recommend a …
I recently read an article published on LinkedIn entitled, “Why Did Tesla Hire Jasmin?” by Michael Carr, a career counselor in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area. This article reinforced many of the topics we have discussed in the previous weeks, and I love having a specific example to share. In his article, Carr discusses the …
In a previous interview with Ben McKibbens, the highly successful former CEO of Valley Baptist Health System in south Texas, we had the opportunity to discuss his 5 Ps: Proper Preparation Prevents Poor Performance. With this in mind, I wanted to further discuss an interview I conducted with executive recruiter and career transition coach John Self. Job …
Throughout the interviews I have conducted for America’s Healthcare Leaders, many of the leaders have discussed the importance of company culture, values, and the alignment of skills for the job. There was an article published on Inc.com recently titled, “4 Key Things to Consider When Hiring and Building Your A-Team.” In this article, Caitlin McGregor, CEO of Plum, shares …
Most of the leaders I have interviewed over the years have shared excellent advice and leadership habits they believe have helped them succeed. It is always encouraging when I hear many of them give the same advice, especially on the habits they feel have contributed most to their success. This consistency of advice from these highly successful leaders is good news for you and me! Here is some …
I love living life. There is not much better than traveling, exploring, and photographing America the Beautiful in the comfort of my motorhome, which I call my “Inspirational Vehicle.” I have seen and done so much over the years, but know there is still much more. I am reminded every day to not take this precious …
There is so much to be learned in this life, and oftentimes I don’t think I will get a chance to learn everything I want to learn. I operate under the premise that knowledge should be shared, and I continually embrace this philosophy through the different platforms and opportunities I am a part of today. …
Throughout my life, I have always had a passion for learning. I believe continually learning is one of the best things one can do to achieve success. With this belief in mind, I have been uniquely fascinated and interested in the position of Chief Learning Officer (CLO) in different organizations. These unique individuals are constantly contributing to …
Modernization and innovation continue to change the way we interact with the world we live in. Last year, I read an article written by my friend and colleague Deb Stargardt, titled “Putting Face-to-Face First.” In this article, Deb brings attention to our dependency on technology, specifically smartphones. While I discussed this article last year, I …
In the grand scheme of life, you need both short-term and long-term vision to be truly successful. If you are only worried about the day-to-day, you lose the bigger picture. Likewise, if you are constantly focused on the bigger picture, the everyday moments are often lost in a sea of busyness, and small setbacks can …
I would be remiss to end the series on communication from a few weeks ago without emphasizing the role listening plays in solid communication. We each have many conversations every day ranging from personal to professional. The topics of these conversations vary just as much as the individuals with whom you have them. There …
This past week, we celebrated Memorial Day. Memorial Day was established in 1866 having in mind that it is necessary for our wonderful country to annually recall and celebrate those brave and resolute soldiers of old that have given all for America. In light of this national holiday, I wanted to take the time …
As discussed last week, effective communication is vital. This week I have compiled a list of some of the best tips for improving your communication skills. Just like anything else, practice makes perfect, so be willing to apply these tips personally and professionally. 8 Tips for Effective Communication Know your audience: One of …
Communication can make or break any organization, yet breakdowns in communication are very rarely acknowledged and corrected. These breakdowns cause frustration, limit progress, and waste time and money. Successful communication is vital, especially within leadership. Learning how to correct the communication breakdowns is the next step—after first being willing to find them. Here are …
Last week, we discussed Michael Hyatt’s Top 10 Productivity Hacks. I hope you have already implemented a few of these strategies, if not all, into your daily routine. If you have, I am sure you have experienced greater productivity and are adding margin to your day. I wanted to re-emphasize one of the main …
I find Michael Hyatt to be one of the most relevant bloggers I read. He is constantly providing new content of great value and relevance to those wishing to maximize productivity and effectiveness. For someone who is continually seeking to learn new things, I find the information Hyatt presents to be highly engaging and beneficial. …
In 1963, a young runner, fresh out of college, borrowed $50 and started a company with one specific purpose. His idea was to import low cost, high quality running shoes from Japan. Fast-forward to 2016, and this small company has turned into an empire with steadily growing revenue. Phil Knight, Nike founder, recently was interviewed by …
Getting a jump on the day can often have a dramatic effect on how your day goes. We’ve all been there. You have 20 things to do before noon and you wake up dreading it all. This feeling often leads to a very stressful and non-productive day. Last week, we got a glimpse of …