Productive Leaders
I believe we need the Christmas season because we need to set aside time that is focused on hope and optimism. Watching the news, there sadness, mistrust, greed, and violence. This is both overwhelming and depressing. We need a time to remind us of the goodness in human nature and the potential for people to make a positive difference in the world.
Why do some people bounce back from difficult life events seemingly easier than other people? How do some people, such as firefighters, law enforcement, and the military (and I would include teachers, all teachers) manage tough situations better than others. Some people seem to press on and be more resilient than others. How? Is this ingrained or is it taught?
Sometimes following up with the client feels like dating when we were teenagers. You don’t want to be pushy, but you also don’t want to drop the ball. We also all worry about rejection.
One of the toughest things to coach is how to think long-term when everyone around us is focused on short-term, immediate gratification.
We have video that disappears in 24 hours, so watch Periscope now. We have texts that self-destruct seconds after we read them. Thanks to live streaming, we are constantly entertained whenever we want.
So how can we develop teams of thought leaders who are thinking and planning decades in the future?
It is a 3 day weekend, and in most areas, it is too cold to BBQ. It reminds me of Man Food Casserole, which I learned from an early boyfriend, and have yet to find a man who doesn’t like it. Warning: Not the healthiest meal on the planet, but pretty tasty, and really easy…
The shut down of the state of Minnesota on the Fourth of July is a communications and a leadership failure. While I agree that disputes over raising taxes is serious and is worthy of critical discussions, shutting down national and local parks, libraries, and…
In August, Geno Smith of the NY Jets got punched in the face in the locker room by a teammate. The blow broke Geno’s jaw, which required surgery, and the injury will take Geno out of playing football for a long time. Teammates ruining the season and potentially, career, of another teammate is…
Your clients believe, like, and trust you. They believe you when you show them a new product or service that improve their lives. They enjoy their interactions with you. You are easy to work with, you make their problems go away, and you are quick to respond to their needs. You are also personable. Your clients genuinely…
Mary Kelly, CEO of Productive Leaders, is not only an economist and national leadership speaker, but she’s also a nonprofit Board member and volunteer. Recently, she shared some solid reminders for nonprofit websites with us:
April Peterson