Productive Leaders

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Leadership Tips for a First-Time Supervisor

Leadership Tips for a First-Time Supervisor

Home Leadership Tips for a First-Time Supervisor You are now boss, and some of your friends now report to you.  This can be awkward for some people. Some first-time supervisors are not sure how they approach this change in their role around the people who were and are...
Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying.

Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying.

Home Make the buying process easy for the people doing the buying. “I do not want personalized attention! I want it now.” This past Saturday I was putting together some fun packages for some of my clients. Sometimes I will send one of my books or workbooks, or a video...
What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?

What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?

Home What Aspects of Leadership Best Motivates Gen Z in Today’s Work Environment?   Jenny was excited to lead her new team until someone pointed out that she was a Gen X-er, and most of her team members were Generation Z. She felt fairly confident about working...
Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You

Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You

Home Delegating Tips, Even If No One Works for You My Dad used to say, “Decide. Delegate. And Disappear.” Delegation is an important component of most leadership roles. But you must understand that delegating the job doesn’t mean delegating the responsibility.  You...
7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day

7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day

Home 7 Energizing Activities to Jump-Start Your Day Mornings can be a tough part of the day. Maybe we did not sleep well. Maybe we are not getting enough sleep on a regular basis. Maybe we woke up during the night, so we are not well rested. You may be like me, and...