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(9681, 17950, 'testing ip address', 'osvaldolipinski@web.de', 'https://whatmyip.wordpress.com/', '107.175.39.98', '2016-12-10 21:08:40', '2016-12-11 02:08:40', 'Hi it\'s me, I am also visiting this web site\non a regular basis, this web site is really nice and the users are\ngenuinely sharing pleasant thoughts.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
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(9683, 17951, '5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/1868205450/5-reasons-why-emotional-intelligence-is-critical-for-leaders', '89.30.105.121', '2012-05-30 08:23:55', '2012-05-30 13:23:55', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 8:25 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9684, 17951, '5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders | Under Construction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/under-construction/p/1868234127/5-reasons-why-emotional-intelligence-is-critical-for-leaders', '89.30.105.121', '2012-05-30 08:25:15', '2012-05-30 13:25:15', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 8:26 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9685, 17951, '5 for Leadership | Gary Runn', '', 'http://garyrunn.com/2012/05/31/5-for-leadership-24/', '72.232.7.47', '2012-05-31 21:20:34', '2012-06-01 02:20:34', '[...] 5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders  Sara Fletcher writes this post for the Lead Change Group blog.  There has been much talk about emotional intelligence towards leadership.  Sara hones down the thinking to five aspects that will allow the emotionally intelligent leader to stand apart. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9686, 17951, '5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/1880395200/5-reasons-why-emotional-intelligence-is-critical-for-leaders', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-01 12:03:39', '2012-06-01 17:03:39', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 12:05 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9687, 17951, 'Charles Plant', 'cplant@materialminds.com', 'http://materialminds.com', '64.231.213.99', '2012-06-02 14:45:37', '2012-06-02 19:45:37', 'You are absolutely right. It is funny just how important emotional intelligence is and I\'m sad it took me so long to figure it out. I\'m surprised as well that we don\'t do a very good job of teaching this given its importance.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9688, 17951, 'Denise', 'denise@relationshipsmatternow.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/denisewbarreto/', '108.68.188.178', '2012-06-02 22:00:29', '2012-06-03 03:00:29', 'Great thoughts, Sara and I am building a business on these facts. Thanks for being an advocate for this. Emotional intelligence - relational wellness- practically the same subject - all the same components and they all equal success in life both professionally and personally. Will be spreading this great read this week to my tribe.\n\nBe well.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9689, 17951, 'Sara Fletcher', 'sarafletcher88@gmail.com', '', '75.80.179.32', '2012-06-03 17:16:03', '2012-06-03 22:16:03', 'People definitely underestimate the importance of emotional intelligence, yet its so prevalent in our lives. Thanks for reading, I\'m glad you enjoyed it!', 0, '1', '', '', 9687, 0),
(9690, 17951, '5 Reasons Why Emotional Intelligence is Critical for Leaders | Implementation and Change Management | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/implementation-and-change-management/p/1868075603/5-reasons-why-emotional-intelligence-is-critical-for-leaders', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-11 13:45:14', '2012-06-11 18:45:14', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 1:46 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9691, 17951, 'Thomson Mukahlera', 'tmukahlera@yahoo.com', '', '197.221.240.227', '2015-09-15 15:16:39', '2015-09-15 19:16:39', 'Some studies have shown that the skill of emotional intelligence is what separates great leaders from merely good ones. How do we asses this statement.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9692, 17951, 'Malka Rothner', 'malka.rothner@gmail.com', '', '71.64.111.118', '2016-03-20 11:17:35', '2016-03-20 15:17:35', 'I heard Daniel Goleman speak on emotional intelligence and his great insights of why emotional intelligence is so important.  Did you use alot of your own insights based on what he said.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9693, 17951, 'Nnenda Tom-George', 'nicennenda@gmail.com', '', '197.234.33.158', '2016-05-11 10:35:53', '2016-05-11 14:35:53', 'Thanks a lot Sara. This write-up is so invaluable to me. I will apply this to the use of my work/research in the library right away. Bless you.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9694, 17951, 'Five Skills That Make You a Great Leader | ezClocker', '', 'https://blog.ezclocker.com/five-skills-that-make-you-a-great-leader/', '198.71.238.45', '2016-10-13 03:34:53', '2016-10-13 07:34:53', '[&#8230;] stress, communicate effectively, empathize with others, overcome challenges and defuse conflict. EQ is critical to leadership success first because as a leader you need to be aware of your emotions and know how to manage them. Having [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9695, 17951, 'Amy Sargent', 'amy@the-isei.com', 'http://www.the-isei.com', '71.33.179.47', '2017-01-06 13:51:10', '2017-01-06 18:51:10', 'Hello, This is an excellent article!  Thanks for sharing!  If you\'re interested, we offer Coach Certification Courses to train coaches, leaders, and HR professionals how to coach others to increase their emotional intelligence.  Online classes start teach month.  Contact me if you\'re interested at amy@the-isei.com or visit our website at www.the-isei.com and click on the Classes tab.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9696, 17951, 'Anuradha', 'anuradhaghosh30@gmail.com', '', '47.29.134.59', '2017-04-10 04:08:43', '2017-04-10 08:08:43', 'I liked the article but working as a Soft Skills trainer, I have realized that it is quite challenging to establish the importance of EI with people. Either they are not aware or they consider it unimportant. So the question is how do you bring about the awareness from the beginning itself.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9697, 17951, 'Hakem Ojibashasta', 'noah.bubssss@gmail.com', '', '162.222.253.170', '2017-09-15 14:42:42', '2017-09-15 18:42:42', 'emotional leadership is very important. I AGREE! its is so important in my tribe to maintain a good leadership role', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9698, 17951, 'Mfanasibili Charles Mazibuko', 'mfanasibilic@gmail.com', '', '69.63.76.161', '2017-09-19 03:59:15', '2017-09-19 07:59:15', 'Most of  leaders lack this important this important quality, emotional intelligence is a must have in order to be a great leader, most leaders especially in Africa, my country Swaziland inclusive would do much better if they were to be trained and grasp the concept of emotional intelligence.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9699, 6628, 'Leadership &amp; Community &#8211; Weekly Wrap-Up for June 8th | Affiniscape Blog', '', 'http://affiniscapeblog.com/2012/06/leadership-community-weekly-wrap-up-for-june-8th/', '184.173.246.10', '2012-06-08 10:48:48', '2012-06-08 15:48:48', '[...] Ambition of Great Leaders by Mike [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9700, 6646, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-04 08:43:26', '2012-06-04 13:43:26', 'Many great points, Josh, but the element of community in leadership is extremely relevant. Until we make the connection with a community, we are just silos standing in a field. We can take things in; we can dispense with things. What we cannot do is connect to others and create a positive movement.\n\nChoosing to connect with a community is a leadership imperative.\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9701, 6646, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-06-04 11:48:23', '2012-06-04 16:48:23', 'Josh, thanks for the great reminders in this post. Many of us want to make all the difference we can and through a community, like this one or others, we can help each other expand our impact. Communities sharpen us, help us be part of something bigger than ourselves.  They can lift us up or pull us down, which is why we should be careful which communities and which ideas get our best energy.\n\nThanks for the great post!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9702, 6646, 'DeWayne Reeves', 'reevesd77@yahoo.com', 'http://www.dewaynereeves.com', '173.186.185.148', '2012-06-04 11:57:05', '2012-06-04 16:57:05', 'I think this is a great article and one that has expanded my thoughts on leadership. I am a huge fan of John Maxwell but always felt there was something missing within his teachings. This is that missing piece because so many of us think of ourselves and improving ourselves that we forget the community, or tribe, in the process. Thanks for the great article.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9703, 6646, 'Aaron Nelson', 'Nelson.aaronr@gmail.com', '', '68.24.131.133', '2012-06-04 15:41:38', '2012-06-04 20:41:38', 'Thank you for the great article, Josh.\nI agree with your philosophy on interdependence and that in order to make the largest impact we mustn\'t stop at personal growth. Personal growth is perpetually required but often times it\'s easy to forget that our goal is to positively influence others. It\'s important to \"take a break\" and use our tools for the purpose of which we hone them.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9704, 6646, 'Josh Allan Dykstra', 'josh@strengthsdoctors.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/joshallan/', '76.167.139.234', '2012-06-05 17:08:42', '2012-06-05 22:08:42', 'Thanks, DeWayne. When it comes to work, I think of it like a coin with two sides: a \"me\" side and a \"we\" side.\n\nThe \"me\" side is the individual, singular perspective I bring into my job, and it is crucial. If I\'m not aware of my own strengths, talents, weaknesses, and limitations it can truly limit my leadership ability. (This, of course, is the area Maxwell, and many others, focus on.)\n\nThe \"we\" side is the group/tribe/organization side of work. It\'s all the cultural, sociological things that happen when people start to work together. As mentioned, this is the side of work we\'ve been essentially ignoring.\n\nIn my view, focusing more attention on the \"we\" side is an opportunity for what I call \"collaborative advantage\" -- instead of a competitive advantage, it could be the very notion which allows us to create work that is life-giving and meaningful for everyone.', 0, '1', '', '', 9702, 289),
(9705, 6693, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-06-05 21:06:40', '2012-06-06 02:06:40', 'John, Excellent and challenging post.  I confess to the very pattern of behavior you mention.  It\'s tempting to rationalize a less-than-totally honest interaction with someone because I think a totally-honest interaction will be too much work, or take too much time.\n\nIn relation to myself, I\'m very aware of a thought I first heard from Andy Andrews in his book, the Noticer. We always judge others by their results, but we judge ourselves by our intentions.  That simple disparity makes it very easy to prove the idea that I\'m infitely capable of rationalizing my own behavior.  It\'s something I wrestle with all the time.  Your idea about setting a floor is a great one.\n\nOne final thought too. I often have to remember that when I\'m not being honest in my relationships with others, many times that\'s from an unwillingness to understand their perspective and appreciate the differences between us.  Often my temptation to be less than honest with them stems from my own tendency to be less than honest with myself.\n\nGreat post! Thanks!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9706, 6693, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-06 13:27:08', '2012-06-06 18:27:08', 'Great and honest insights, Mike! We all face these challenges, and the good news may be that if we are self-aware of our own tendencies, then we have a better chance of addressing them. I know that this hit me the past few weeks. In some ways, it is not as hard we think in addressing others and the outcome is more positive for all involved. There are exceptions to this, of course.\n\nI do believe you are right with our own self-assessment. If we can get the honesty right with ourselves, it may flow more effectively with the other two.\n\nThanks again for your insights.\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9707, 6698, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-06-15 11:23:01', '2012-06-15 16:23:01', 'Christina,\n\nYour post did an excellent job of describing the challenges of new managers (who are also leaders!) The 9 assumptions are simple and brilliant!  Rules to strive to live by in all of our conversations - personal and professional.\n\nTo Your Sustainable Leadership!\nChristina\nPowerful connections ... Sustainable Leaders ... Extraordinary Peace of Mind.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9708, 6698, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-15 13:11:47', '2012-06-15 18:11:47', 'Insightful article, Christina. Really enjoyed reading it!\n\nWhen I think back to my first management role, I also think about the importance of having some self-confidence without being overly confident. I guess it came down to having a backbone when working with team members who were older than I was.\n\nMy point is each of the 9 attitudes are vital, and they need to be approached with a principle-based approach (meaning, not wilting at the first moment of test).\n\nThanks for your insights!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9709, 6698, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.128.142', '2012-06-15 17:38:41', '2012-06-15 22:38:41', 'Hi Christina, thanks for your encouraging comments.  I agree they are rules to strive for. Some days I get there and some days I don\'t but at least its a direction.  I learned and observed them from some great people who demonstrated the principles, so am ever grateful to them.  Hope you have a great weekend.\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9707, 303),
(9710, 6698, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.128.142', '2012-06-15 17:42:25', '2012-06-15 22:42:25', 'Hi Jon, thanks for your comments.  You make an important point, the principles aren\'t always easy and you do need to develop resilience.  I think like you, I had to practice these and other positive behaviours through the experience of managing early.  Thanks again and have a great weekend.\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9708, 303),
(9711, 6698, 'David Sena', 'dave@davidsena.com', 'http://davidsena.com', '24.111.64.50', '2012-06-15 19:15:21', '2012-06-16 00:15:21', 'Great Article.  I will be using it for some of my new leaders in our organization.  I encourage my team to speak with their eyes.  Make sure you watch the person (or people) to see their reaction to my words.  They might be saying the right things but their body and facial language may tell a different story.  This has been one of the best things I have learned.\n\nI also want my team to move conversations forward by asking open-ended questions.  Good questions tell people you are listening and not wanting to tell them your agenda.  Creating good dialogue is important.  There are some exceptions.  Command situations have a different protocol (where real-time dialogue is limited to commands).  However, protocols and planning can be developed prior to the real-time situation to ease miscommunication and maximize results.\n\nRandom Thoughts...\n\nCheers,\nDave Sena', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9712, 6698, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '78.25.229.190', '2012-06-17 13:08:53', '2012-06-17 18:08:53', 'Hi David\n\nThank you for commenting.  I am heartened that you are approaching leadership from a behavioural/communication angle.  I think it\'s the one of the factors which contribute to great results. Thanks for the positive feedback about the attitudes, and hope that they are of use to you.  I think we all intrinsically know these things:  It\'s our true universal language,  but its much harder to put them into practice!  Hope you\'re having a great weekend and good luck with your new leaders!\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9711, 0),
(9713, 6698, 'Nine Attitudes of Emotionally Intelligent Leaders and Managers | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/1992386815/nine-attitudes-of-emotionally-intelligent-leaders-and-managers', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-19 12:42:33', '2012-06-19 17:42:33', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9714, 6698, 'Jorge Pirela M.', 'jpirelamartinez@gmail.com', '', '201.210.245.1', '2012-06-21 15:16:37', '2012-06-21 20:16:37', 'Thank you Christina for your excelent article. I´ll learn to have a better attitudes not just for me, but for someone else. I´m from Caracas, Venezuela, and  I´m  a Gestalt Psychoterapist and specialist in drug addictions rehab. It was a pleasure to be in touch with you. Thanks again.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9715, 6698, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.23.132.127', '2012-06-22 02:21:30', '2012-06-22 07:21:30', 'Thank you Jorge\nI\'m glad you liked the article.  In some respects the attitudes are ideals to remember to practice as often as we can. Good luck in practicing and be kind to yourself on your journey.\n\nThanks again for your welcome feedback.\n\nChrisrina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 303),
(9716, 6698, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.23.132.127', '2012-06-22 02:22:14', '2012-06-22 07:22:14', 'Thank you Jorge\nI\'m glad you liked the article.  In some respects the attitudes are ideals to remember to practice as often as we can. Good luck in practicing and be kind to yourself on your journey.\n\nThanks again for your welcome feedback.\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 303),
(9717, 6698, 'The best part of my day&#8230; | Inter.Connect.Ed', '', 'http://benpaddlejones.edublogs.org/2012/06/25/the-best-part-of-my-day/', '66.135.42.93', '2012-06-25 03:11:57', '2012-06-25 08:11:57', '[...] guided by my emotional intelligence, it knows far more about the premium solution than my intellectual intelligence ever would. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9718, 6698, 'How To Get More Luck At Work: The 4 Factors You Need - Project Management Hacks', '', 'http://projectmanagementhacks.com/how-to-get-more-luck-at-work-the-4-factors-you-need/', '97.74.144.107', '2016-03-18 11:40:55', '2016-03-18 15:40:55', '[&#8230;] Nine Attitudes Of Emotionally Intelligent Leaders And Managers [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9719, 6706, '3 leadership rules for being authentically real without being rude | Organization Design and Transition | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/organization-design-and-transition/p/1940923127/3-leadership-rules-for-being-authentically-real-without-being-rude', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-11 10:37:45', '2012-06-11 15:37:45', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 10:39 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9720, 6706, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-06-11 12:29:30', '2012-06-11 17:29:30', 'Jane, great post and wonderful reminders.  We often forget that humility is a great lubricant when it comes to removing friction between people.  Beginning with the possibility that I might be wrong, is one way I try to avoid being rude.  And another is that I try to stick with facts.  Any fact about my own interpretation of an action or a result is simply an opinion.  I can talk about how something made me feel, but once again, then I must realize my feelings aren\'t the only ones in the conversation.\n\nThanks! Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9721, 6706, '3 leadership rules for being authentically real without being rude | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/1942849617/3-leadership-rules-for-being-authentically-real-without-being-rude', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-11 15:36:31', '2012-06-11 20:36:31', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  - Today, 3:38 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9722, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-11 16:54:50', '2012-06-11 21:54:50', 'Mike - thanks much for your kind words and spot-on comments about the value of humility and self-awareness. Too bad more leaders don\'t follow your example of focusing first on the other!', 0, '1', '', '', 9720, 0),
(9723, 6706, 'David Phillips', 'dmp@umd.edu', '', '74.96.103.108', '2012-06-11 19:55:50', '2012-06-12 00:55:50', 'Good stuff, Jane!  True leaders recognize that they must earn and retain the trust of their teams, and degrading people does nothing to further those aims.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9724, 6706, 'Renato', 'r_toi@yahoo.com', '', '200.206.176.165', '2012-06-12 06:45:09', '2012-06-12 11:45:09', 'Jane,\nGreat post. I believe that basic human values should always come first.\nHave you read \"The Four-fold way\" by Angles Arrien ?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9725, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-12 07:27:13', '2012-06-12 12:27:13', 'Dave - you are so right: trust is the glue that holds it all together. Thanks much for your kind words!', 0, '1', '', '', 9723, 0),
(9726, 6706, 'Be authentically real but not rude - LeadBIG | LeadBIG', '', 'http://getyourbigon.com/leadbigblog/leaders-are-authentically-real-but/', '184.168.193.21', '2012-06-12 15:51:57', '2012-06-12 20:51:57', '[...] The word authenticity has its roots&#8230;continue reading [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9727, 6706, 'Lyn Boyer', 'boyerlyn@gmail.com', 'http://www.LynBoyer.net', '71.180.72.21', '2012-06-12 17:40:22', '2012-06-12 22:40:22', 'Jane, Well written. Thanks for a great reminder. It is very easy to convince ourselves that poor behavior is a virtue.  I also appreciated the suggestions about how to deal with it on a personal level. The next step is  what an employee or a colleague does when they see this happening. Another topic for another day.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9728, 6706, 'babatunde', 'babsacademy@gmail.com', '', '82.145.210.14', '2012-06-12 23:37:08', '2012-06-13 04:37:08', 'Insightful I must Say. Thank you. Humility, tackle the event not their personalities. I\'ll walk  with this.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9729, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-13 07:17:39', '2012-06-13 12:17:39', 'Renato - so appreciate your kind words. Yep, I\'ve read \"The Four-fold Way\" along with nearly everything else Angeles has written!  Perhaps of where I am in my life journey, my fav is \"The Second Half of Life.\" Thanks for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 9724, 0),
(9730, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-13 07:24:35', '2012-06-13 12:24:35', 'Lyn - love your great suggestion for a follow-on article! Bad workplace behavior gets overlooked way too much in the name of results, authenticity and a whole host of other reasons. Thank you for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 9727, 0),
(9731, 6706, '3 leadership rules for being authentically real without being rude | Education Fascination | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/common-sense-core-leadership/p/1954862176/3-leadership-rules-for-being-authentically-real-without-being-rude', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-13 08:53:04', '2012-06-13 13:53:04', '[...] background-position: 50% 0px ; background-color:#222222; background-repeat : no-repeat; }           leadchangegroup.com  (via @jgombita)  - Today, 8:54 [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9732, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-13 16:25:21', '2012-06-13 21:25:21', 'Thanks kindly for your comments and feedback...humility is a powerful tool!', 0, '1', '', '', 9728, 0),
(9733, 6706, 'Dave Bratcher', 'Dave.bratcher@yahoo.com', 'http://www.davebratcher.com', '207.223.31.163', '2012-06-14 06:44:45', '2012-06-14 11:44:45', 'Great reminders Jane. Leadership can be displayed without being rude. I appreciate you and your insights. Keep up the good work.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9734, 6706, 'Alex Dail', 'alexdail@leadershipsuccessnow.com', 'http://www.leadershipsuccessnow.com', '164.116.47.178', '2012-06-14 18:23:37', '2012-06-14 23:23:37', 'It sounds like it is possible to confuse arrogance with authenticity. I also think it is easy to do then must of us think. Along with being flat out rude, it can be done with a look or other body language. We may even say the right things, but with a condescending tone. Thanks for an informative and very readable article.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9735, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-18 07:30:46', '2012-06-18 12:30:46', 'Dave - thanks much for your kind words!', 0, '1', '', '', 9733, 0),
(9736, 6706, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-06-18 07:33:42', '2012-06-18 12:33:42', 'Alex - great reminder that rudeness can be conveyed in multiple ways besides the spoken word.  Who hasn\'t experienced someone \"saying\" the right thing yet communicating a totally different message by tone of voice and demeanor...reminds me of a boss I used to have! Thanks for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 9734, 0),
(9737, 6706, 'click tai day', 'federico.mudie@freenet.de', 'http://www.thietkewebsitehcm.com', '202.43.110.57', '2017-02-09 15:27:22', '2017-02-09 20:27:22', 'I loved as much as you\'ll receive carried out right here.\n\nThe sketch is tasteful, your authored subject matter stylish.\nnonetheless, you command get got an impatience over\nthat you wish be delivering the following. unwell unquestionably come further formerly again since exactly the same\nnearly very often inside case you shield this increase.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9738, 6713, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '99.182.201.76', '2012-06-07 20:45:26', '2012-06-08 01:45:26', 'Chery,\n\nGreat story! Here is a collaborative effort that another Lead Change member and I are doing.  Erin Schreyer and I are launching a group in the Dallas, TX area in which we will discuss and work on leadership topics. We are beginning by reading John Maxwell\'s book, The 5 Levels of Leadership.  We have 8 people signed up for our first meeting on 6/21. A community coming together to work together in how we can become better leaders....\n\nWe just need to start something and good will happen!\n\nThanks!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9739, 6713, 'Sonya Pryor Jones', 'spj@sonyapryorjones.com', 'http://www.sonyapryorjones.com', '208.54.80.217', '2012-06-08 05:51:31', '2012-06-08 10:51:31', 'This story offers several great lessons.  As an educator and owner of my own consultancy, Synchronicity Consulting, I\'ve used it often to lead into conversations about teaming and the power of shared accountability for an organization\'s mission.  In fact I use a vidoe clip of the story read out loud which is a great way to include multimedia.  If you want to hit on the topic of diversity or global perspective, there is an updated version with Asian travelers and an Asian village. In Cleveland, OH there are several large scale collaborations in motion to improve education; a compact for college culture and attainment, a Promise Neighborhood for quality K-12 in the poorest neighborhood in the city, and a K-16 council in another low income community lead by a local bank that was actually birthed in that community.  Thanks for sharing a classic story as a tool for reflection on modern challenges!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9740, 6713, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-06-08 06:08:10', '2012-06-08 11:08:10', 'Thanks Jon!  I am so glad you two are starting a group there!  What an amazing gift for Dallas!  ...I can\'t wait to hear how it grows!', 0, '1', '', '', 9738, 270),
(9741, 6713, 'Cynthia', 'cynthia@evermoreservices.com', 'http://www.evermoreservices.com', '99.101.244.118', '2012-06-08 06:36:26', '2012-06-08 11:36:26', 'Chery,\nGreat Post! This is a wonderful timeless story and remains relevant and universal.  Collaboration is on the move - people are getting it.  Putting together our resources to build community and support each other’s needs is clearly where we need to be.\n\nThanks for the reminder of this timeless tale to remind us.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 305),
(9742, 6713, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-06-08 12:06:29', '2012-06-08 17:06:29', 'Sonya,\n\nThank you for your comments.  I love the idea of including a video clip with the story being read.  Thanks for the examples of collaborations in Cleveland and for LEADING CHANGE!', 0, '1', '', '', 9739, 270),
(9743, 6713, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-06-08 12:10:04', '2012-06-08 17:10:04', 'Thanks for your comments Cynthia!  ...Getting chills thinking about the difference we can make as more and more people get it and pay it forward!', 0, '1', '', '', 9741, 270),
(9744, 6713, 'Stone Soup: Answers For Our World Today, From A Children&#8217;s Fable &laquo; Leadership.BlogNotions - Thoughts from Industry Experts', '', 'http://leadership.blognotions.com/2012/06/08/stone-soup-answers-for-our-world-today-from-a-childrens-fable/', '209.133.56.3', '2012-06-08 15:35:41', '2012-06-08 20:35:41', '[...] of the village.  Then he builds a big fire under the pot, and as curious villagers peek out their windows to see what he is doing, he tosses a stone into the center of the pot.   …One by one, the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9745, 6733, 'Leaders: Do you lead, manage, or are you just in charge? | Leading Schools | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-schools/p/1979702360/leaders-do-you-lead-manage-or-are-you-just-in-charge', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-17 15:41:16', '2012-06-17 20:41:16', '[...] You know them: the managers who ignore the fact that human beings don&rsquo;t (actually can&rsquo;t) &ldquo;leave their feelings at the door&rdquo; when they come to work.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9746, 6744, 'How to Say No and Mean It | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/1999764165/how-to-say-no-and-mean-it', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-20 13:30:19', '2012-06-20 18:30:19', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9747, 6744, 'Spencer', 'spencer@growingtogether.me', '', '69.89.190.154', '2012-06-27 09:26:41', '2012-06-27 14:26:41', 'I tried to read \'How to say no and mean it\' by clicking on its link but the next page did no thave the entire article. Since I\'m new to your site, is there another way?\n\nThanks', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9748, 6755, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-20 11:22:01', '2012-06-20 16:22:01', 'It is interesting how mindfulness and emotional intelligence play well together. Part of it may be due to the alignment and importance of awareness in both. As you point out, our approach and awareness needs to shift to the environment we are in or the relationships we are encountering. The points you make are important for leaders to grasp, Sara. Thanks! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9749, 6755, 'Sara Fletcher', 'sarafletcher88@gmail.com', '', '68.111.246.98', '2012-06-20 13:15:26', '2012-06-20 18:15:26', 'I feel like leaders definitely need to make the shift, it would benefit them greatly! Thanks for validating my points Jon, I\'m glad you enjoyed the article!', 0, '1', '', '', 9748, 0),
(9750, 6759, 'Leadership From a 3,000 ft. Perspective: Envisioning a bridge from where you are to where you want to go | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/1990268706/leadership-from-a-3-000-ft-perspective-envisioning-a-bridge-from-where-you-are-to-where-you-want-to-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-19 06:33:36', '2012-06-19 11:33:36', '[...] I read a lot of books. On average, I read about one book every week. Since the beginning of this year, I&rsquo;ve made it a practice to read the books of experts whom I interview for the&nbsp;5 Minutes to Process Improvement Successinterview series. &nbsp; Recently I completed reading &ldquo;The Hitchhiker&rsquo;s Guide to Lean: Lessons from the Road&rdquo; to prepare for an upcoming interview with one of the authors, Jamie Flinchbaugh. &nbsp; This is an exceptionally good book not only for its coverage of lean concepts, but also for highlighting the critical role of leadership in successfully transforming an organization from its current state to an ideal, future state. &nbsp; One notion about leadership in the book that particularly resonated with me was &ndash; &nbsp; &ldquo;The single biggest failure of leadership is a failure to reflect.&rdquo;&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9751, 6759, 'Leadership From a 3,000 ft. Perspective: Envisioning a bridge from where you are to where you want to go | 21st Century Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-leadership/p/1990492680/leadership-from-a-3-000-ft-perspective-envisioning-a-bridge-from-where-you-are-to-where-you-want-to-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-19 07:17:05', '2012-06-19 12:17:05', '[...] I read a lot of books. On average, I read about one book every week. Since the beginning of this year, I&rsquo;ve made it a practice to read the books of experts whom I interview for the&nbsp;5 Minutes to Process Improvement Successinterview series. &nbsp; Recently I completed reading &ldquo;The Hitchhiker&rsquo;s Guide to Lean: Lessons from the Road&rdquo; to prepare for an upcoming interview with one of the authors, Jamie Flinchbaugh. &nbsp; This is an exceptionally good book not only for its coverage of lean concepts, but also for highlighting the critical role of leadership in successfully transforming an organization from its current state to an ideal, future state. &nbsp; One notion about leadership in the book that particularly resonated with me was &ndash; &nbsp; &ldquo;The single biggest failure of leadership is a failure to reflect.&rdquo;&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9752, 6759, 'Leadership From a 3,000 ft. Perspective: Envisioning a bridge from where you are to where you want to go | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/1999362895/leadership-from-a-3-000-ft-perspective-envisioning-a-bridge-from-where-you-are-to-where-you-want-to-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-20 12:38:16', '2012-06-20 17:38:16', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9753, 6759, 'Musings on Leadership &#8211; Relfelction | Leadership Made Simple', '', 'http://leadershipmadesimple.com/musings-on-leadership-relfelction/', '174.120.7.162', '2012-06-20 19:00:31', '2012-06-21 00:00:31', '[...] Leadership From a 3,000 ft. Perspective: Envisioning a bridge from where you are to where you want t... [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9754, 17942, 'Alex Dail', 'alexdail@leadershpsuccessnow.com', 'http://www.leadershipsuccessnow.com', '164.116.47.178', '2012-06-01 18:23:35', '2012-06-01 23:23:35', 'How do you get to be a talented and enabled worker, manager, and even leader (in the latter case providing the board of directors does not support you)? in other words, what kind of personal power can an individual use who finds him/herself in this situation?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9755, 17942, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-06-03 11:43:38', '2012-06-03 16:43:38', 'Jason, another thought on these lines is that the talented worker will get stronger.  They\'ll figure out how to be better or go to da different place, especially if they\'re truly talented.  The lazy worker and the less-than-competent manager and their company institutionalizes this mediocrity.  Everyone who chooses not to be mediocre, leaves.  It really does all start with one manager.\n\nAs managers, we have to choose which behaviors we will reward.  We\'ll get whatever we allow to exist.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9756, 17952, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-06-18 14:39:55', '2012-06-18 19:39:55', 'Excellent post - Prioritize Prioritizing and Eat the Ugly Frog First!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9757, 17952, 'Piera Palazzolo', 'megan.hasbrouck@riseinteractive.com', '', '38.122.188.138', '2012-06-20 09:42:17', '2012-06-20 14:42:17', 'Thank you Christina! And you\'re exactly right, get the ugly stuff out of the way, so you can enjoy the rest of your day!', 0, '1', '', '', 9756, 288),
(9758, 17952, 'Management Mentor', 'martand009@gmail.com', 'http://managementoronline.blogspot.com', '122.161.250.168', '2012-07-03 05:16:00', '2012-07-03 10:16:00', 'Thanks for this nice and informative post, i really enjoyed reading it.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9759, 17952, 'Sarah Lee', 'contact.frontlines@gmail.com', 'http://www.frontlinesleadershiptraining.com', '192.228.204.181', '2016-06-08 11:47:03', '2016-06-08 15:47:03', 'These steps are so true. Time is something that we can\'t get back when we\'ve lost it. So yes, say no to procrastination, start prioritizing, and have time off. Thanks for the great post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9760, 17953, '@dan_steer', 'mail@dansteer.com', 'http://www.dansteer.wordpress.com', '178.144.53.103', '2012-06-06 01:31:32', '2012-06-06 06:31:32', 'We need to kill sacred cows in order to move forward...\n\nhttp://dansteer.wordpress.com/2012/03/25/kill-your-sacred-cows\n\nSee also \"Diversity Rap\" on same blog, which talks about what Harold Jarche suggested was key for creativity and learning\n\nThx\nD', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9761, 6766, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-21 09:57:41', '2012-06-21 14:57:41', 'Great character-based story, Mike! The ability to cut through it all and make a point with a simple statement or question is a gift.\n\nI was fortunate to work for a U.S. Senator from my home state of South Dakota. Sen. Jim really took the servant leadership approach to the way he worked with people. Although that term wasn\'t popular then, he lived it. He really showed what a true leader should be in that he was the same person when he was in office and when he wasn\'t. His character was the most consistent of anyone I have met in government and business. I great attribute to embrace.\n\nThanks for sharing your story!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9762, 6766, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.23.132.127', '2012-06-21 15:06:07', '2012-06-21 20:06:07', 'Mike, the way you relate your real life story is a clear demonstration of the legacy of your Dad.  If all fathers realised the impact they had, then more would take an active role I\'m sure.\n\nIt reminded me of my dad, who managed his people fairly and with great integrity.  As a teenager, I worked for him for a while.  He treat me exactly the same as his other employees, if I did well, he would tell everyone, and if I made mistakes or slacked, he would make sure he put me right and told me in no uncertain terms what he expected.  His honesty and values were well known and its great to be able to have him as a role model in that respect.  He didn\'t achieve great results in a commercial sense, but his legacy is still remembered today.\n\nThanks for posting, I guess we learn from a number of role models, but our Dad is usually the first.  Its a real head start when its a positive one.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9763, 6766, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-06-21 19:40:03', '2012-06-22 00:40:03', 'Thanks for the comment and sharing about your experience.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 9761, 243),
(9764, 6766, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-06-21 19:43:14', '2012-06-22 00:43:14', 'Thanks for the comment Christina. I wasn\'t all that appreciative growing up, or even as an adult for quite a while.  But when I started thinking about what I appreciated about my dad, I realized those were all the same qualities we talk about when describing character-based leadership.\n\nThanks for sharing the story about your dad too.  We need to promote those leaders who leave a positive legacy and make the world a better place.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 9762, 243),
(9765, 6766, 'Collaboration Goes A Long Way &#8211; Weekly Wrap-Up for June 22nd | Affiniscape Blog', '', 'http://affiniscapeblog.com/2012/06/collaboration-goes-a-long-way-weekly-wrap-up-for-june-22nd/', '184.173.246.10', '2012-06-22 10:21:56', '2012-06-22 15:21:56', '[...] Character-Based Leadership in Real Life by Mike [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9766, 6766, 'Thelma', 'thelmahorton2007@yahoo.com', 'http://www.thelmahorton.com', '65.190.29.164', '2012-06-22 16:44:13', '2012-06-22 21:44:13', 'Great story Mike.  What a great way to honor your father and continue the legacy.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9767, 6766, 'Character-based Leadership in Real Life | Digital Delights - Digital Learning | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digital-delights-digital-learning/p/2020372883/character-based-leadership-in-real-life', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-23 00:56:15', '2012-06-23 05:56:15', '[...] A great manager helps people get more than a paycheck from their job. A great manager helps people build a life. They must not allow the company or the job to take more from employees than it gives them back. However they also counter the tendency to let slacker employees detract from the value and quality of the product created by the team. Great managers manage the balance between profit and employee benefit, sometimes holding the employee responsible and often also finding ways the company can compensate with more than just money.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9768, 6766, 'Dale Kurow', 'dkurow@nyc.rr.com', 'http://executivecoachinnewyork.com/', '69.203.75.122', '2012-06-26 15:14:43', '2012-06-26 20:14:43', 'Hello,\n\nYour post reminded me of my uncle, who worked until he was 97 years old and loved what he did (he was a entrepreneur/merchant).    He never failed to make you feel at ease and valued.  Many of the qualities you admired in your father — persistence, dependability, reliability — my uncle Murray  possessed.  In addition, he was droll and genuine and always himself.\n\nThank you for reminding me of the wonderful man my uncle was and for your excellent post.\n\nDale', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9769, 6775, 'Scott Danielson', 'sdanielson@voiceproinc.com', 'http://www.voiceproinc.com', '75.187.219.237', '2012-06-26 06:18:49', '2012-06-26 11:18:49', 'Since my company focuses on improving communication skills, this article really hit home.\n\nIn particular, I think making your expectations clear is exceptionally important.  Vague critiques like you need to get this done faster or this needs to be better don\'t explain how to improve or the desired output.\n\nExcellent article!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9770, 6775, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-06-26 09:04:13', '2012-06-26 14:04:13', 'Georgia,\n\nThe conversations are essential, as you point out. But, then the time comes. There is a split in the road, and the person needs to take a different path. It is \"easier\" to let them stay and muddle through. It is more challenging to \"push\" them in a different direction.\n\nI had this happen recently. The person was not a fit for B2B businesses. The passion was more for B2C. Having the tough conversation led to a departure. As tough as it was, this person is now working for a consumer-based company and is likely much happier in the work.\n\nIf we are to be character-based leaders, then we need to stand up with honesty, grace, and firmness to resolve any team member challenges.\n\nGreat steps to consider. Thank you!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9771, 6775, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.thelpercentedgecoach.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-06-26 09:46:19', '2012-06-26 14:46:19', 'Georgia - great overview - and this works well if both parties are emotionally mature or as we say in our industry has a decent \"EQ\". That\'s why I\'d like to add one other - have a written tracking system to document your coaching / performance management experience that both you and your team members can refer to.  It\'s very helpful to have the experience (coaching goals, plans) recorded i in the handwriting or directly sourced by each team member.  In all the management training seminars I\'ve done across the country this is the one thing missing because so many companies don\'t have meaningful performance management plans in place.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9772, 6775, 'Leadership Perspective: Five Action Steps to Consider Before You Let Someone Go | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2042612328/leadership-perspective-five-action-steps-to-consider-before-you-let-someone-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-26 13:12:48', '2012-06-26 18:12:48', '[...] Posted in Career DevelopmentLeadership DevelopmentNone of us like to terminate another&rsquo;s employment. When an employee is causing harm to the organization or is just not doing the job they were hired to do, ultimately you may have to let them go.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9773, 6775, 'Leadership Perspective: Five Action Steps to Consider Before You Let Someone Go | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/2048077065/leadership-perspective-five-action-steps-to-consider-before-you-let-someone-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-27 01:13:24', '2012-06-27 06:13:24', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9774, 6775, 'Kelly', 'kcroy@me.com', 'http://www.kellycroy.com', '76.189.28.14', '2012-07-01 09:19:20', '2012-07-01 14:19:20', 'This was an excellent post.  Without these steps a person would be blindsided.\n\nUnfortunately some people in leadership positions are selfish rather than selfless and a blindside best fits their desires.\n\nAgain, I think this is an excellent post to be read by all.\n\nWell done.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9775, 6775, 'Five Action Steps to Consider Before You Let Someone Go | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2135722918/five-action-steps-to-consider-before-you-let-someone-go', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-09 03:05:02', '2012-07-09 08:05:02', '[...] Common Purpose. When working within a department or a team environment, not only must the employer and employee pay attention to whether or not their values are in alignment, it is also immensely important to describe how the purpose of the department supports the vision and mission of the organization.Conversations must be held regularly with staff to get their thoughts and ideas around working closely together in moving the department toward accomplishment of the purpose by setting robust and intentional goals. If all are focused on the common purpose, creativity and excitement will be their daily environment, and success will be achieved.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9776, 6775, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:15:50', '2012-07-09 16:15:50', 'Thank you for your comment, Scott.', 0, '1', '', '', 9769, 266);
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(9777, 6775, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:18:40', '2012-07-09 16:18:40', 'As you point out, Jon, the joy of being a character-based leader is knowing that you have worked well with the person you are supporting - your team mate - and when the time comes, you are able to have this tough conversation.  I have not had to let that many people go over my working life, and it still brings tears to my eyes when I think about how they thanked me at the end of the conversation.  Communication is a powerful thing!\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 9770, 266),
(9778, 6775, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:19:43', '2012-07-09 16:19:43', 'Thank you, Kelly.', 0, '1', '', '', 9774, 266),
(9779, 6775, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:25:11', '2012-07-09 16:25:11', 'JoAnn, I particularly like what you said about \"have the coaching goals/plans recorded or directly sourced by each team member.\"  Unless the goals and plans are developed by the person being coached, it is unlikely that they will own them and take action on them.  And, until that occurs, it is difficult to hold them accountable to the plans!\n\nFor me, that is why current performance management tactics rarely work - employees are tired of the 95% negative - this is what you need to do to improve - and the 5% positive - this is what you did well.  It needs to be flipped - working to set goals that the employee recognizes as being in alignment with the corporation, and their own values and priorities.  That is a win-win situation.\n\nThank you for your comment!\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 9771, 266),
(9780, 6775, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:26:41', '2012-07-09 16:26:41', 'Thank you all for your patience, as you wait to find out if I responded to your comments.  I have been without internet for a while, and it has been difficult to get everything done from Starbucks!  LOL\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 266),
(9781, 6775, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.thelpercentedgecoach.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-07-09 11:30:17', '2012-07-09 16:30:17', 'Georgia - great point - effective performance management is not 95% negative; effective per. mgt. has very constructive coaching &amp; feedback elements (both formal &amp; informal), where the employee feels supported and encouraged as if it\'s a collaborative, respectful partnership. That\'s the style and method I teach the managers I train.', 0, '1', '', '', 9779, 0),
(9782, 6778, 'Dana', 'd.tanigawa1@gmail.com', '', '198.228.216.25', '2012-06-26 15:22:58', '2012-06-26 20:22:58', 'Awesome post! Make u really stop and think! Thnx', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9783, 6778, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'tara@alewebsocial.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/alewebsocial/', '24.151.76.104', '2012-06-26 15:42:31', '2012-06-26 20:42:31', 'You\'re welcome, Dana! I\'m glad you enjoyed it.', 0, '1', '', '', 9782, 259),
(9784, 6778, 'A Leader&rsquo;s Legacy | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2135560325/a-leader-s-legacy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-09 03:07:51', '2012-07-09 08:07:51', '[...] To become a leader with a legacy you can be proud of, here are a few action steps to point you in the right direction.Imagine listening in at your own funeral. What do you want to hear people remember most about you? And what did you inspire people to aspire to? That&rsquo;s going to become your goal.Assess where you stand in relation to that goal now. If you need help with this, ask a trusted friend or mentor.Identify what skills, characteristics and habits you need to start establishing now to more clearly achieve that goal.Begin a program of self-improvement to better incorporate those behaviors into your life.Periodically reassess both the goal and where you stand in relation to it.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9785, 6785, 'Cass Cahill', 'info@vacommercial.co.uk', 'http://www.vacommercial.co.uk', '86.164.244.42', '2012-06-22 14:34:08', '2012-06-22 19:34:08', 'Hi,\n\nI completely agree with what you\'re saying. It seems like one of those \"have your cake and eat it too\" moments. I personally don\'t think there\'s any reason why showing kindness would make you any less of a leader but I think the problem comes from when your boss is too friendly. Again nothing wrong with that in principle but there comes a time when you can\'t be everyone\'s friend and that\'s where problems arise.\n\nCass', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9786, 6785, 'Let&rsquo;s end the paradox of kindness | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2018462019/let-s-end-the-paradox-of-kindness', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-22 16:45:16', '2012-06-22 21:45:16', '[...] Posted in Leadership Developmenthttp://smartblogs.com/leadership/2012/06/21/lets-end-paradox-kindness/This month&rsquo;s contribution to SmartBlog on Leadership is by Jane Perdue. In her post, Jane discusses the often perplexing paradox of kindness.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9787, 6787, 'Christine', 'christinekominiak@gmail.com', 'http://bigumarketing.com', '174.50.78.249', '2012-06-27 18:24:09', '2012-06-27 23:24:09', 'Just a heads up! -- Looks like your hyperlink to \"read on\" is missing or broken. When I tried to read the full post, the \"read on\" was unclickable.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9788, 6787, 'MargaretS', 'margy@weavinginfluence.com', '', '99.14.104.242', '2012-06-28 07:21:15', '2012-06-28 12:21:15', 'Thanks for bringing this to our attention. We\'ve fixed the problem!', 0, '1', '', '', 9787, 0),
(9789, 6794, 'The Leader&rsquo;s Five-Question Heart Check | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2070659759/the-leader-s-five-question-heart-check', '89.30.105.121', '2012-06-30 02:56:35', '2012-06-30 07:56:35', '[...] Posted in Leadership CoachingLeadership Developmenthttp://www.massingenuity.com/2012/06/18/the-leader%E2%80%99s-five-question-heart-check/Leaders &ndash; and managers for that matter &mdash; need to have a heart.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9790, 6794, 'The Leader&rsquo;s Five-Question Heart Check | People Discovery Weekly | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/people-discovery-weekly/p/2111854880/the-leader-s-five-question-heart-check', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-05 14:43:29', '2012-07-05 19:43:29', '[...] Leaders and Managers should have a heart!&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9791, 6797, 'Joy Guthrie', 'joy@vizwerx.com', '', '76.97.31.152', '2012-06-27 07:28:11', '2012-06-27 12:28:11', 'I had a very similar experience as a young manager in a phone company. The team member was a much loved member of the team by many, yet there was a large number of personal  international long distance calls charged to the company. When placed on warning, one of the employee\'s tactics was to attempt to appeal to the the rest of the team - because, after all, we were a phone company. The final discussion was not pleasant and still haunts me today, even though I had strong counseling from HR about the action that must be taken to resolve the situation.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9792, 6797, 'Joan Koerber-Walker', 'jkoerberwalker@gmail.com', 'http://www.corepurpose.com', '68.2.80.73', '2012-06-27 08:17:06', '2012-06-27 13:17:06', 'Excellent post and life lesson Jennifer.  Thank you for sharing it.\n\nJoan', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9793, 6797, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/', '76.235.193.83', '2012-06-27 08:29:12', '2012-06-27 13:29:12', 'Joan,\n\nHow nice to reconnect with you on the Lead Change blog. Thanks for the kind words.', 0, '1', '', '', 9792, 245),
(9794, 6797, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jennifervmiller/', '76.235.193.83', '2012-06-27 08:33:49', '2012-06-27 13:33:49', 'Joy,\n\nThanks for sharing your leadership story. One of the sub-themes for both of our stories is that of personal choice. Both of the employees who eventually lost their jobs did so because they chose to continue behavior that the company did not sanction. And they were warned of the consequences. It was difficult for me to see someone lose a job over something so trivial. . .but over the years I\'ve learned that I can\'t take any form of responsibility for someone else\'s behavior, painful as their choices might be.', 0, '1', '', '', 9791, 245),
(9795, 6797, 'Happy Leadership Interdependence!', '', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/happy-leadership-interdependence/', '173.193.186.234', '2012-07-05 06:13:25', '2012-07-05 11:13:25', '[...] without integrity is an independent, soulless one. Integrity without leaders is just a concept.For integrity to come alive, leaders need to embrace it. For leaders to lead effectively, integrity needs to be [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9796, 6797, 'Mark Silet', 'silet01@gmail.com', 'http://www.mylife.com/marksilet', '24.14.73.232', '2012-07-08 14:17:09', '2012-07-08 19:17:09', 'The post reminds me of the saying \"If you dont know what you stand for, you will fall for anything\". Leaders need to know their values and be willing to take a stand on them and,  to take a page from The Leadership Challenge, then model they way for others to folllow.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9797, 6797, 'Leadership and the Moral Compass | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2135731204/leadership-and-the-moral-compass', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-09 03:06:01', '2012-07-09 08:06:01', '[...] When you are faced with helping a colleague examine beliefs that underpin their integrity, do so with positive intention and kind regard, but by all means do so. To do any less would be to fall short in your role as a leader. Not only does their integrity depend on you taking action, but your integrity depends upon it as well.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9798, 6797, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '76.235.193.83', '2012-07-09 12:27:31', '2012-07-09 17:27:31', 'Mark,\n\nI\'ve always appreciated the \"If you don\'t know what you stand for\" quote. Thanks for putting it into the context of this post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9799, 6797, 'Leaders, Kick Up Your Trust-Building a Notch with these Tips — The People Equation - by Jennifer V. Miller', '', 'http://people-equation.com/4-filters-your-team-uses-to-gauge-trust/', '69.163.239.244', '2012-07-19 06:35:49', '2012-07-19 11:35:49', '[...] one, they’re checking out what direction your moral compass points. They’re watching to see if [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9800, 6797, 'Tamera', 'eduardolavarack@gmail.com', 'http://Hester.blog.es', '67.197.29.200', '2016-10-06 00:18:52', '2016-10-06 04:18:52', 'If you are interested in topic: earn money online and free recharge - you should read about Bucksflooder first', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9801, 6811, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '76.235.193.83', '2012-07-05 10:02:33', '2012-07-05 15:02:33', 'Jon,\n\nAmericans prize their independence - that\'s why I believe the archetype of the strong, independent leader continues to inform our work psyche. Thanks for showing how interdependence is vital to a leader\'s success.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9802, 6811, 'Happy Leadership Interdependence! | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2110550022/happy-leadership-interdependence', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-05 10:38:40', '2012-07-05 15:38:40', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentSelf LeadershipIt may seem odd to discuss interdependence when many are celebrating independence this week. In leadership, however, independence may be inadvisable.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9803, 6811, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-07-05 15:29:26', '2012-07-05 20:29:26', 'Jennifer, We do! Nonetheless, a sign of a stronger leader may be the ones who fully embrace interdependence. Thanks so much for you comment! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 9801, 290),
(9804, 6811, 'Happy Leadership Interdependence! | Leading Choices | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-choices/p/2145620526/happy-leadership-interdependence', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 13:14:18', '2012-07-10 18:14:18', '[...] A leader without integrity is an independent, soulless one. Integrity without leaders is just a concept. For&nbsp;integrity&nbsp;to come alive, leaders need to embrace it. For leaders to lead effectively, integrity needs to be upheld. More than the relationship between leader and integrity is the need for both to be demonstrated actively in our teams, organizations, communities, and families.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9805, 6814, 'Family Friendly Workplaces &ndash; People Discovery Blog | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2097620365/family-friendly-workplaces-people-discovery-blog', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-03 23:25:52', '2012-07-04 04:25:52', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentWorkplace Issueshttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/06/28/making-family-friendly-work-for-you-5-mistakes-and-how-to-avoid-them/In the post Making Family Friendly Work for You: 5 Mistakes and How to Avoid Them,...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9806, 6818, 'The Opposite of Leader | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2086877455/the-opposite-of-leader', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-02 15:39:41', '2012-07-02 20:39:41', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipSometimes, a description of what something is not helps to also describe what it is. This past week, we had another Lead Change Tulsa breakfast dialogue and the topic was Effectively Leading Diverse Organizations.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9807, 6818, 'The Opposite of Leader | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2135724298/the-opposite-of-leader', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-09 03:07:09', '2012-07-09 08:07:09', '[...] Victim is my new word to describe the opposite of leader. No one likes being a victim, but I catch myself blaming others for my circumstances and my position and at that moment I become a victim. When I remember I can always chose my attitude and my reaction, I become a leader, at least of my self.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9808, 6818, 'How Is Your Vision? Why Victims Can&#8217;t Be Leader | Glen Gaugh', '', 'http://glengaugh.com/2012/07/19/how-is-your-vision-why-victims-cant-be-leader/', '76.74.248.143', '2012-07-19 15:25:50', '2012-07-19 20:25:50', '[...] How Is Your Vision? Why Victims Can&#8217;t Be&nbsp;Leader  Posted on July 19, 2012 by Glen Gaugh  &#8226;   Posted in Living Victoriously   &#8226;   Tagged leading others to victory, overcoming adversity, Victim mentality, victory   &#8226;  Leave a comment    Victim is my new word to describe the opposite of leader. No one likes being a victim, but I catch myself blaming others for my circumstances and my position and at that moment I become a victim. When I remember I can always chose my attitude and my reaction, I become a leader, at least of my self. From Mike Henry, The Opposite of Leader. Read the article here. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9809, 6825, 'On Creating Joy at Work | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2112215176/on-creating-joy-at-work', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-06 01:34:47', '2012-07-06 06:34:47', '[...] Posted in SmartBlog for LeadershipWorkplace Issueshttp://smartblogs.com/leadership/2012/07/05/on-creating-joy-at-work/When was the last time you were overjoyed by an inspired act or outcome at work?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9810, 6828, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-07-06 07:09:26', '2012-07-06 12:09:26', 'Our sympathy is with you and your family.  It is important to appreciate the time we have and the people in our sphere of influence.  Hang in there.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9811, 6828, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '98.85.97.224', '2012-07-06 09:56:35', '2012-07-06 14:56:35', 'Chery,\n\nThank you for sharing this heartfelt post.  As we reflect on loss in our lives, we realize that it is when we are able to better understand our grief that healing begins.  Our grief is a window into the value in another\'s life.  We grieve because there is something in the person we will miss.  This is their legacy. You are already there, pondering the lessons learned and exploring your grief.  Your grief reminds us all of important lessons and gives hope that in our season of loss, we may still find strength.\n\nMy sympathies to you and your family.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(9812, 6828, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-07-06 20:33:56', '2012-07-07 01:33:56', 'Thank you Mike.', 0, '1', '', '', 9810, 270),
(9813, 6828, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-07-06 20:38:26', '2012-07-07 01:38:26', 'Thank you Deb.', 0, '1', '', '', 9811, 270),
(9814, 6828, 'A Time To Break Down &amp; A Time To Build Up | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2118646542/a-time-to-break-down-a-time-to-build-up', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-07 00:01:39', '2012-07-07 05:01:39', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipOn June 29th,&nbsp;my parents, sisters and their families were in route from North Dakota and Montana to Oklahoma for a long weekend together.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9815, 6828, 'April', 'Ladybugjung@gmail.com', 'http://www.ladybugjung.blogspot.com', '166.147.123.19', '2012-07-07 14:12:40', '2012-07-07 19:12:40', 'So sorry for this loss for your family. Praying for your aunt! I too have lost a daughter and a parent should never have to bury a child. The pain is unbearable...only through Christ can one survive without that seed of bitterness. It changes you forever; He changes you forever...if you allow it. He is close to the broken-hearted.  I believe that when we share that pain, we can be a hope for others. We can use it to grow, to learn, to inspire hope, and to point others to the one true source of hope! Our sweet little ladybug was only 3 months old, but she is still impacting the lives of others through her legacy. http://ladybugjung.blogspot.com/2009/06/whats-in-name.html?m=1', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9816, 6828, 'A Time To Break Down &amp; A Time To Build Up | Leadership Collection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-collection/p/2126623423/a-time-to-break-down-a-time-to-build-up', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-07 14:15:22', '2012-07-07 19:15:22', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipOn June 29th,&nbsp;my parents, sisters and their families were in route from North Dakota and Montana to Oklahoma for a long weekend together.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9817, 6828, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '99.182.201.76', '2012-07-08 13:28:30', '2012-07-08 18:28:30', 'Chery, My sympathy to you and your family on your loss. In working through losses like this, our lives gain some clarity on how to live a little better or a little differently. It hits us hard, no doubt. Your strength in sharing with us gives us pause as well. May your strength continue to shine as you work through this with your family. Godspeed, Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9818, 6828, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-07-08 19:18:28', '2012-07-09 00:18:28', 'April,\n\nThank you for sharing your story.  I can not even imagine what your struggle has been like.  I am so glad you are tapped into the source of strength and grace and thankful that you have found purpose and hope in the midst of the pain.\n\nConsider Yourself Hugged,\n\nChery', 0, '1', '', '', 9815, 270),
(9819, 6828, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-07-08 19:24:38', '2012-07-09 00:24:38', 'Thank you Jon.', 0, '1', '', '', 9817, 270),
(9820, 6834, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '72.208.185.67', '2012-07-09 11:39:55', '2012-07-09 16:39:55', 'Deborah - Thank you for your article.  Being the mom of a young man who is traveling a difficult path, I appreciate your thoughts about the need for standing up and \"caring\".  It\'s important to me that everyone care immensely.  My son is dealing with Retinitis Pigmentosa, an eye disease that has left him legally blind at the age of 28 (and ultimately fully blind in just a few years). He is also bipolar, and with medication is working successfully at a very responsible job. And, finally, he is gay. He has been out for 17 years - since he was 13.\n\nIt\'s important to recognize that all three of those things he deals with on a daily basis were gifts from the Universe - whatever name you choose to give to God. I cannot be apathetic about the need for acceptance as I interact with him, and watch how people react, and listen to our political and cultural rhetoric of defense and hate.\n\nMy favorite greeting for everyone I meet is Namaste - which for me means \"I see the God light within you\".\n\nNamaste,\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 266),
(9821, 6834, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-07-09 14:03:25', '2012-07-09 19:03:25', 'Very insightful, Deborah. Thank you for leading this change in our communities. Your point is vital: \"It is by caring for each other deeply and compassionately that we will move toward peace and equality, toward better communities.\" Let\'s make our communities better! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9822, 6834, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '168.18.176.2', '2012-07-09 14:09:26', '2012-07-09 19:09:26', 'Thank you Georgia for your comments here.  You son is indeed traveling a difficult path.  I have no doubt that he has experienced every form of human interaction along the way and has built around him a community of friends and family that not only tolerate him, but actively support him in his endeavors and as the person he is ever becoming.  I cannot imagine what difficulties he has faced thus far in his life, but I imagine that those of the human variety were far more frustrating and completely unnecessary.\n\nI will continue this fight for as long as it takes and appreciate the fact that I do not stand alone.\n\nNamaste to you friend.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 9820, 258),
(9823, 6834, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '168.18.176.2', '2012-07-09 14:14:04', '2012-07-09 19:14:04', 'Thank you Jon for your support.  I am thrilled to be a part of LeadChange, a community that actively encourages the development of positive, character-based leaders.  The compassion of such leaders is vital in our diverse and complex world.  I love that we can discuss issues of leadership across a spectrum of interests in a civil and respectful way.  This group\'s commitment brings me back again and again.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 9821, 258),
(9824, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | Success Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/success-leadership/p/2143634356/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 04:57:59', '2012-07-10 09:57:59', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9825, 6834, 'Robbie', 'boerthr@trinityprep.org', '', '24.110.69.84', '2012-07-10 05:13:10', '2012-07-10 10:13:10', 'Great post, Deb (the title alone is giving me much food for thought!). Many times, our lack of  compassion and empathy comes from the rush and pressure of our busy lives--we so often have our minds fixed on the 101 things that we have to get done, whereas reaching out \"to connect, to show empathy, and to demonstrate compassion\" takes time and energy, so that we miss out on so many opportunities . . . often without even realizing that those opportunities have slipped us by. It is when I am making the effort to slow the day down--consciously working to live in the moment--that I have the best success at recognizing and lifting up those around me.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9826, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2144168140/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 07:09:03', '2012-07-10 12:09:03', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us. &nbsp; Imagine for a minute you are meeting someone new. You get together for coffee and start to talk, to learn about each other, to share personal information. You reveal something important about yourself, thinking it will help your new friend understand you better. &nbsp; You say, I am a Christian, a republican, a veteran, a doctor, a father, or an American. Your new friend responds, &ldquo;I don&rsquo;t care. Whatever.&rdquo; This statement probably means that your revelation changes nothing about how your new friend feels about you, but it still stings a little, and you find yourself wondering if it changes how you feel about her.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9827, 6834, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-07-10 09:24:39', '2012-07-10 14:24:39', 'Deb - great message of tolerance, flexibility and compassion...three much needed attributes. While others may not think or believe the same as we do, that makes no one right or wrong. Marginalizing their position benefits no one and simply creates more polarization, gridlock, stereotypes, and bias. Love how you are addressing the elephants in the room!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 251),
(9828, 6834, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '168.18.176.2', '2012-07-10 10:49:06', '2012-07-10 15:49:06', 'This is so true Robbie.  The speed of life is truly breathtaking at times.  Many days I have looked up from my desk at 5:00 and said, where did this day go?  In a job such as ours, I think our ability to show empathy and compassion is vitally important.  Our contact is primarily with youth and they are forming their own ideas about how the world works and how they want to interact in it and with each other.  But whether interactions are with teens or adults, our ability to demonstrate the exact thought processes and behaviors we hope for is a key to creating lasting change in our communities.\n\nThank you for sharing your thoughts.', 0, '1', '', '', 9825, 258),
(9829, 6834, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '168.18.176.2', '2012-07-10 10:55:04', '2012-07-10 15:55:04', 'Thank you Jane,\n\nThe thing about elephants is they\'re so big that there\'s not much room for anything else.\n\nThank you for your continued support.  I often wonder if people have the ability to disagree without anger, to not just tolerate those that think or act differently, but to actually embrace them BECAUSE they think or act differently.  Is there value in surrounding ourselves with those that are different or are we only happy in a room of like-minded folks??\n\nHope you are well Jane.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 9827, 258),
(9830, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | The Connected Leader | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/the-connected-leader/p/2145302831/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 12:04:59', '2012-07-10 17:04:59', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9831, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | Learning Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/learning-leaders/p/2145760114/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 13:46:01', '2012-07-10 18:46:01', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9832, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | Alive and Learning | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/alive-and-learning/p/2151713830/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 06:14:29', '2012-07-11 11:14:29', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9833, 6834, 'Discriminating Leadership | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2163894457/discriminating-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-13 01:17:05', '2012-07-13 06:17:05', '[...] As leaders in our communities, we have a responsibility to break down discrimination and dispel hatred. We also have this incredible opportunity to understand and empower those around us. I think we can do all of these things at the same time. People really just want to be seen. When our friends and colleagues feel that we truly see them, deeply know them, they grow and contribute more to their communities. They gain strength and confidence and become leaders themselves. Our abilities to connect, to show empathy, and to demonstrate compassion are vital to effective leadership. Every time we dismiss something that is significant in others, when we choose not to see people fully, we erase a piece of them. This devaluation weakens our teams and communities.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9834, 6834, 'Leadership Perspectives: The Continuum of Tolerance', '', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/leadership-perspectives-the-continuum-of-tolerance/', '173.193.186.234', '2012-07-20 14:05:46', '2012-07-20 19:05:46', '[...] I read a wonderful blog on the Lead Change Group’s website, written by Deborah Costello, entitledDiscriminating Leadership.  In her blog she states: “The cure for discrimination is not apathy. “I don’t care. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9835, 6838, 'The Most Important Question to Ask to Get Great Results | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2120714069/the-most-important-question-to-ask-to-get-great-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-06 23:52:18', '2012-07-07 04:52:18', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipValue Creation http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/07/05/the-single-most-important-question-to-ask-to-get-great-results/On becoming a manager I encountered a problem which my frustrated teachers would have relished.&nbsp; &nbsp;I...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9836, 6838, 'The Most Important Question to Ask to Get Great Results | Leadership Collection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-collection/p/2126693364/the-most-important-question-to-ask-to-get-great-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-07 14:20:10', '2012-07-07 19:20:10', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipValue Creation http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/07/05/the-single-most-important-question-to-ask-to-get-great-results/On becoming a manager I encountered a problem which my frustrated teachers would have relished.&nbsp; &nbsp;I...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9837, 6838, 'Forward Focus Through Accountability | Leadership Made Simple', '', 'http://leadershipmadesimple.com/forward-focus-through-accountability/', '174.120.7.162', '2012-07-10 18:58:27', '2012-07-10 23:58:27', '[...] &#8230;More at The Most Important Question to Ask to Get Great Results [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9838, 17956, 'Small Choices Big Impact | Leadership Collection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-collection/p/2140115935/small-choices-big-impact', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-09 16:15:41', '2012-07-09 21:15:41', '[...] Posted in Leadership CoachingLeadership Developmenthttp://randomactsofleadership.com/2012/07/06/small-choices-big-impact/?utm_source=dlvr.it&amp;amp;utm_medium=twitterThe following is a guest post by author Wendy Appel on Susan Mazza&rsquo;s blog, Random Acts of...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9839, 17956, 'Kent Julian', 'read@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com/', '203.87.162.50', '2012-07-11 00:48:38', '2012-07-11 05:48:38', 'Experiencing real success in the most important roles of our lives indeed can happen every day by taking little steps that move us towards the big things we want in life. Great post, Susan!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9840, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2144152377/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-10 07:02:49', '2012-07-10 12:02:49', '[...] It&rsquo;s heart-warming to read the results of IBM&rsquo;s&nbsp;2012 Global CEO study&nbsp;in which &ldquo;CEOs regard interpersonal skills of collaboration (75 percent), communication (67 percent), creativity (61 percent) and flexibility (61 percent) as key drivers of employee success to operate in a more complex, interconnected environment.&rdquo; Leadership isn&rsquo;t a specialty area for one-way directives, tasks and numbers. (I&rsquo;ll send out the memo to Wall Street and big business later this afternoon.) Leadership is a labor of love that encompasses both task completion and relationship fostering. It&rsquo;s not an either/or proposition.  Are you a leader like my client who&rsquo;s most comfortable focusing on results and aren&rsquo;t sure how to bring more flexibility into your leadership interactions? If so, research and science provide guidance in learning to integrate the &ldquo;paradoxes, tensions, and trade-offs inherent in the managerial job.&rdquo;[1]&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9841, 6845, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '168.18.176.2', '2012-07-10 10:42:02', '2012-07-10 15:42:02', 'Hi Jane,\n\nWhen I read this post, I was struck by the perspective of \"it\'s not my job.\"  It is true that sometimes keeping your nose out of other people\'s jobs is vital for your own and company success, but in today\'s climate, I rather think everything overlaps, and it\'s everyone\'s job to ensure success in whatever way is possible.  But I think that a climate like that has to be carefully nurtured.  Employees need to be sure that creative solutions to problems are welcome, that ideas for improvement are valued.  You talk about the skillset that leaders need in this scenario, but I think everyone in this scenario needs a different skillset, one that the leader can support and encourage.\n\nHope you are well.  Thank you for a thought-provoking post.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(9842, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2149429813/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 01:25:48', '2012-07-11 06:25:48', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Reframe how you think about your role.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9843, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2147083702/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 02:27:27', '2012-07-11 07:27:27', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentYears ago I handled labor relations in a meat processing facility where every employee had a singular function. Someone ran the slicer, someone else the grinder, etc.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9844, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | The World of Work | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/the-world-of-work/p/2149445759/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 08:00:35', '2012-07-11 13:00:35', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Reframe how you think about your role.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9845, 6845, 'It\'s not your dad\'s management anymore - LeadBIG | LeadBIG', '', 'http://getyourbigon.com/leadbigblog/its-not-your-dads-leadership-anymore/', '184.168.193.20', '2012-07-11 13:02:26', '2012-07-11 18:02:26', '[...] been guest posting over at the Lead Change Group blog (a place where you’ll regularly find lots of good insights, especially into character-based [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9846, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | Organizing yourself and leading your Organization | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/organizing-yourself-and-leading-your-organization/p/2149442649/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 15:20:01', '2012-07-11 20:20:01', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Reframe how you think about your role.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9847, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/2161862357/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-12 16:07:38', '2012-07-12 21:07:38', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9848, 6845, 'It’s not your dad’s management anymore &#8211; 4 ways to bring flexibility into your leadership | News &amp; Notes on LEADERSHIP for LEARNING', '', 'http://billbroc.wordpress.com/2012/07/13/its-not-your-dads-management-anymore-4-ways-to-bring-flexibility-into-your-leadership-2/', '76.74.254.104', '2012-07-12 21:20:23', '2012-07-13 02:20:23', '[...] been guest posting over at the Lead Change Group blog (a place where you’ll regularly find lots of good insights, especially into character-based [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9849, 6845, 'Leadership Isn&rsquo;t a Specialty Area | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/2174972858/leadership-isn-t-a-specialty-area', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-15 03:22:33', '2012-07-15 08:22:33', '[...] research and science provide guidance in learning to integrate the &ldquo;paradoxes, tensions, and trade-offs inherent in the managerial job.&rdquo;[1]1) Reframe how you think about your role. Many leaders tend to over-rely on a strength (say, driving for accomplishments) and under-use its opposite[2] (collaborating and creating cohesion). That&rsquo;s when all sorts of problems arise because the over-used strength has now become a weakness. Here&rsquo;s where you apply the Goldilocks principle of getting it just right &ndash; like skillfully pressing for results while treating people like people instead of machines.2) Be kind and hold people accountable. A good leader expects his people to achieve their objectives; and when they fall short, the performance gap is discussed considerately so their self-esteem and self-worth remain intact. We all fall short from time to time and rarely benefit from being labeled an idiot or worse by an uncaring boss. It&rsquo;s the leader who coaches us to better performance and who does so with compassion that we&rsquo;ll follow off the cliff.3) Understand it&rsquo;s not your dad&rsquo;s management anymore. Command and control may create short-term compliance at the expense of long-term resentment and disengagement. Awareness and agility are needed to deal with a world that&rsquo;s constantly changing, perpetually connected and well-informed. An effective leader wants a broad repertoire of knowledge, skills, abilities and behaviors in her toolkit.4) It&rsquo;s all about context. At some point in coaching programs and development workshops, someone typically points out that I&rsquo;m advocating that they be inconsistent and manipulative. Puh-lease. I&rsquo;ll concede that it does take more time, effort and awareness to be directive and flexible, decisive and sensitive. Recognizing that one-size-leadership doesn&rsquo;t fit all circumstances isn&rsquo;t being capricious, it&rsquo;s being smart.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9850, 6845, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-07-24 17:18:26', '2012-07-24 22:18:26', 'Deb -- you\'re so right that this scenario is ripe with leadership lessons! Those leading others do need to build a team environment where tolerance, inclusion, respect for similarities and differences, as well as sharing and connection are all part of what is valued.', 0, '1', '', '', 9841, 0),
(9851, 6860, 'Claudio Morelli', 'cmo2615@gmail.com', '', '142.22.16.50', '2012-07-13 13:46:03', '2012-07-13 18:46:03', 'Christina, your post resonates with me. When I decided to not worry about what our leadership team thought about a focus on character-based leadership I gave myself permission to be authentic, transparent and model it. As a result it has given team members permission to do the same which has influenced the team and organization in a positive way. Thanks for affirming our efforts.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 308),
(9852, 6860, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '98.85.105.190', '2012-07-13 20:45:47', '2012-07-14 01:45:47', 'Hi Christina,\n\nI love this line, \"One day you are a hero … the next day you are a zero.\" Made me literally LOL...  perfect description.\n\nJust letting you know, as one non-CEO to another, I\'m right there with you.  I call it leading from the cheap seats.  I hope everyone will join us.\n\nLead on!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(9853, 6860, 'Pinkey A. Stewart', 'successzon@yahoo.com', 'http://www.successzone.webs.com', '99.40.74.77', '2012-07-13 21:15:28', '2012-07-14 02:15:28', 'Hi, Christina\n\nYour message is \"on point.\"  I am one of those leaders who breaks the rules, doesn\'t do the tightrope, and is not afraid to use the F and V words..  One thing that I know for sure is that leadership begins and ends with people.  We have to take a genuine interest in our people as individuals, not just employees.  I definitely believe in modeling authentic behavior with my staff and when no one is looking!  Thanks.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9854, 6860, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-07-14 00:19:39', '2012-07-14 05:19:39', 'Claudio,\n\nThank you for having the courage to not only say it out loud AND take action, yet best of all SEE the positive ripple effects of the change you started!\n\nKeep us posted - What you say your team has noticed that has been better or different since you implemented the change?\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9851, 0),
(9855, 6860, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-07-14 11:54:05', '2012-07-14 16:54:05', 'Hi Deb,\n\nI\'m not sure where I heard that saying, yet it rings true for far too many CEO\'s ... and Presidents, too!  I wouldn\'t want to be in their shoes ...\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9852, 0),
(9856, 6860, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-07-14 12:05:24', '2012-07-14 17:05:24', 'Hi Pinkey,\n\nYour post will be applauded by many - thank you for being true to what you believe and setting the bar.\n\nIn your post, you referred to a quote that means so much to me personally ... I met a man who was an successful businessman, community leader and later in his life (after a few health-related wake up calls) he made some significant life changes and with that came changes in the quality of his life and his family\'s life, and in the lives of his customers.  His name was Jerry Throgmartin and he also owned Vista Verde Guest Ranch in Steamboat Springs, CO.  A breathtaking 5-Star Dude/Guest Ranch, it was probably more of a hobby at first, yet his presence and wisdom touched his staff, his family, his guests and brief acquaintances like me at such a powerful, unforgettable level it will be with me forever.\n\nHe died suddenly and unexpectedly after a brief illness last year.  At his memorial service, his staff were quoting their favorite Jerry-isms, and one of my favorites is:  \"Do the right thing, all the time, every day ... even when no one is looking.\"    The world needs more leaders and people like Jerry Throgmartin. Ride on, Cowboy and thank you, Jerry.', 0, '1', '', '', 9853, 0),
(9857, 6860, 'karin hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-07-14 12:11:37', '2012-07-14 17:11:37', 'Taking the right risks, with energy and rewarding that in our teams is vital.  At the end of the day, it is absolutely vital that we stay true to our values, and lead with full integrity.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9858, 6860, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.23.120.54', '2012-07-14 17:08:58', '2012-07-14 22:08:58', 'Christina\n\nGreat and courageous post, one which I wholeheartedly agree with.  In my own experience, its been tough to stand up for values and feelings.  The thing is though, those brave leaders just have to tough it out.  Demonstrate that an inspired way of working actually works and gets results.  It can be done and it will have to be.\n\nThanks again for sharing, very inspired!\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 303),
(9859, 6860, 'Bob Miglarese', 'robert.miglarese@carolinashealthcare.org', '', '66.194.118.10', '2012-07-16 08:32:31', '2012-07-16 13:32:31', 'Christina,\nGood article, and comments as well. It was gratifying to hear someone write about things I have been advocating for years.\n\nThere are many closely related concepts, but I think that character-based leadership really has to have a strong element of servant leadership within it. I\'ve done a lot of coaching, mentoring and development work with young leaders and managers over the years and one core message I try to land on them is that if you are in leadership for what you can get out of it, you are in the wrong role. Leadership is responsibility, not advantage. As leaders, we are accountable for more than just getting results - we are responsible for how we get them, and for the people we are leading.\n\nI have not found a great deal of self examination and self-awareness in leadership. Too many leaders still make the mistake of thinking that as long as people follow them, they must be good leaders. Few stop to consider whether the people are following because they want to, or because they have to.\n\nSome of this is due to personality type and level of EI but a lot of it I think is because at the end of the day, real leadership - authentic, transparent, servant leadership - will cost you something, personally and professionally. Most organizations still do not get it and so leaders like that tend to pay a price in terms of how they are perceived by peers and upper management, whether they advance or not (despite their business successes), and in some cases whether they are allowed to remain with the organization.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9860, 6860, 'Do you have the guts to walk the leadership tightrope? | Leadership development, speaking &amp; coaching for Sustainable Leaders', '', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com/walk-leadership-tightrope/', '184.168.193.118', '2012-07-28 11:15:54', '2012-07-28 16:15:54', '[...] they secretly and silently cheer us on.  One day you are a hero … the next day you are a zero.  Read more here on Walking the Tightrope of Leadership &#8230;on the LeadChange Group Blog to see if you have the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9861, 6860, 'The P word: Politics for Leaders. | Reflections for Personal and Business Development', '', 'http://www.e-quidam.com/theblog/?p=884', '70.40.220.104', '2012-07-31 11:04:35', '2012-07-31 16:04:35', '[...] Walking the Leadership Tightrope [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0);
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(9862, 6867, 'Lead Me &#8211; Don&#8217;t Manage Me! &laquo; hippotential', '', 'http://hippotential.com/2012/07/25/lead-me-dont-manage-me/', '72.232.7.37', '2012-07-25 21:01:52', '2012-07-26 02:01:52', '[...] Stewart, writing for the Lead Change Group&#8217;s website last week, made some keen observations about the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9863, 6867, 'Leadership, Visible From the Inside Out: #TChat Recap - TalentCulture', '', 'http://www.talentculture.com/tchat-recap-leadership-visible-from-the-inside-out/', '184.154.34.130', '2016-02-23 14:06:00', '2016-02-23 19:06:00', '[&#8230;]  &#8220;People don&#8217;t want to be managed. They do want to be led.&#8221; via Cynthia Stewart, Lead Change Group [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9864, 6876, 'America Needs Batman &ndash; by Meghan M. Biro | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2147081563/america-needs-batman-by-meghan-m-biro', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-11 02:17:50', '2012-07-11 07:17:50', '[...] Posted in Leadership Developmenthttp://www.forbes.com/sites/meghanbiro/2012/07/09/leaders-america-needs-you-to-be-its-batman/Instigator Meghan M.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9865, 6879, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-07-13 06:17:05', '2012-07-13 11:17:05', 'Thanks for the great post.  When it comes to teamwork, I listen for the word \"should.\"  If your team uses that word frequently, there is a problem regarding personal responsibility and initiative, which relates back to your first bullet.  Teams don\'t use words like \"should\" that can easily be eliminated with action.  Thanks again. Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9866, 6879, 'Piera Palazzolo', 'megan.hasbrouck@riseinteractive.com', '', '38.122.188.138', '2012-07-16 11:34:30', '2012-07-16 16:34:30', 'Thanks for the addition Mike! Going back to the first tip of the article, it\'s all about being proactive and taking the initiative. Let\'s remove the word \"should\" and replace it with \"I will\".', 0, '1', '', '', 9865, 288),
(9867, 6879, 'Fausto', 'fausto@gmail.com', '', '38.65.198.250', '2012-07-16 16:27:00', '2012-07-16 21:27:00', 'Great post! Very insightful and informative!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9868, 6879, 'Become a Great Team Player &#8211; ec-bp.com', '', 'http://semanticgeek.com/index.php/2012/07/18/become-a-great-team-player/', '162.213.121.196', '2017-04-16 17:37:52', '2017-04-16 21:37:52', '[&#8230;] It&#8217;s not as easy as it might sound. Read her blog here.&nbsp; [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9869, 6885, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-07-16 08:32:14', '2012-07-16 13:32:14', 'Bill,\n\nIn my opinion, the \"silver bullet\" mindset relates to fast results. \"Give me the quick turn\" rather than the lasting results.\n\nPart of a leader\'s mission is to move people and organizations from Point A to Point B. Point B has to be compelling and, as you state, purposeful. If people buy into Point B, then a motivation of what \"can be\" begins to take hold. Once this happens, it is then working with teams to determine what processes, systems, structures, etc. need to be in place to achieve Point B. This takes effort, and it may likely take time. The impact, however, is longer lasting and more meaningful.\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9870, 6885, 'Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/2181693789/leadership-means-no-more-silver-bullets', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-16 11:56:58', '2012-07-16 16:56:58', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9871, 6885, 'John Richard Bell', 'john_bell@telus.net', 'http://www.ceoafterlife.com', '173.180.108.157', '2012-07-16 12:26:18', '2012-07-16 17:26:18', 'The cultural scenarios you describe are symbolic of the corporate culture promoted and permeated by the corporation\'s leader. In my experience, the principles of this leadership style is hard to change. Your sage advice will likely find a more responsive mindset in the next generation of leaders.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9872, 6885, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '216.40.68.6', '2012-07-16 22:34:56', '2012-07-17 03:34:56', 'Jon,\n\nThanks for your comment. Agree that the major motivation here is likely \"fast results.\"  Also liked your point, \"working with teams to determine what processes, systems, structures, etc. need to be in place to achieve Point B.\"\n\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 9869, 0),
(9873, 6885, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '216.40.68.6', '2012-07-16 22:37:45', '2012-07-17 03:37:45', 'John,\n\nThanks for your comment. I think I\'ve experienced more than my fair share of this leadership style, which has motivated me to take action to try to impact it. I\'m looking forward to a more responsive next generation.\n\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 9871, 0),
(9874, 6885, 'Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2184474336/leadership-means-no-more-silver-bullets', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-17 00:41:16', '2012-07-17 05:41:16', '[...] &quot;Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets&quot; by @bi11fox http://t.co/GIIlJ6Oy...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9875, 6885, 'Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets | Leadership Building | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-building/p/2184473920/leadership-means-no-more-silver-bullets', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-17 07:58:12', '2012-07-17 12:58:12', '[...] &quot;Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets&quot; by @bi11fox http://t.co/GIIlJ6Oy...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9876, 6885, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-07-17 21:23:53', '2012-07-18 02:23:53', 'Great post,\n\nI\'ve long believed that nearly all the \'easy, single-solution\' problems have been dealt with by the time you\'ve honed your leadership chops.\n\nAfter we have the basics in place, the really significant issues facing our organizations and society generally resist silver-bullets because they are part of larger systems with multiple interacting variables.\n\nBut changing those systems doesn\'t always lend itself to \'visible\' leadership. It requires a real talent to maintain the level of analysis required, to make the complex understandable, but without over-simplifying to the point where people (or the leader) start clamoring for the silver-bullet. That\'s a tall order, but it\'s increasingly the order of the day for our most pressing challenges.\n\nThanks for the post, Bill.\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 307),
(9877, 6885, 'Leadership Means No More Silver Bullets | People Discovery Weekly | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/people-discovery-weekly/p/2192136150/leadership-means-no-more-silver-bullets', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-18 01:27:40', '2012-07-18 06:27:40', '[...] Posted in Change ManagementLeadership DevelopmentValue CreationOver the past 20+ years I have witnessed a repeated and troubling pattern that occurs far too frequently.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9878, 6896, '5 for Leadership | Gary Runn', '', 'http://garyrunn.com/2012/07/21/5-for-leadership-29/', '72.232.7.72', '2012-07-21 08:24:58', '2012-07-21 13:24:58', '[...] What&#8217;s Your &#8216;Leader-Print&#8217;   I found this on the Lead Change Group blog and is by  Julie Winkle Giulioni.  She argues for the idea that every leader has their own unique expression of leadership-hence a &#8220;leader-print.&#8221;  Julie uses her own leadership history as an illustration of what she means by this concept-and argues for active leader learning along the way. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9879, 6907, 'Kent Julian', 'read@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com/', '203.87.162.50', '2012-07-26 00:25:49', '2012-07-26 05:25:49', 'Powerful and practical questions, David...good for both self-evaluation and for leading others.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9880, 6907, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-07-26 01:02:50', '2012-07-26 06:02:50', 'Kent,\n\nThank you for the encouraging words.\n\n-David', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 307),
(9881, 6907, 'rick lamb', 'rlamb53@gmail.com', 'http://shop.arbonnerick.com', '96.246.17.165', '2012-07-28 13:26:10', '2012-07-28 18:26:10', 'This is one of the more compelling essays I\'ve read in a long time. These questions get to the deep, deep core of things, the crux on ones emotional state, daresay, the state of one\'s spirit. It is usually a damnable thing to question others\' motives, but as illustrated here, it is a critical requirement to question one\'s own. Thanks David', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9882, 6907, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '50.78.205.145', '2012-07-28 15:27:17', '2012-07-28 20:27:17', 'Rick,\n\nYou\'re welcome.\n\nAnd thank you for that wonderful quote: \"It is usually a damnable thing to question others\' motives, but it is a critical requirement to question one\'s own.\" - That\'s something I\'ll adding to my lexicon.\n\nGratitude,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 307),
(9883, 6907, 'Paul Scott', 'pscott8910@gmail.com', '', '166.249.133.73', '2012-07-30 14:25:12', '2012-07-30 19:25:12', 'Rick, thanks for the reminder that critical leadership thinking requires as much intellectual and spiritual integrity as we are capable of.', 0, '1', '', '', 9881, 0),
(9884, 6907, 'Mentor Abiola Sojobi', 'engineerhamsho@rocketmail.com', 'http://www.inspiredlivingfoundation.blogspot.com', '82.145.211.78', '2012-08-02 05:26:39', '2012-08-02 10:26:39', 'This article is extremely self evaluating. And am believing in my quest to find answers to this questions, I would be able to lead effectively in any sphere of my leadership. Thank you for this positive insight.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9885, 6907, 'David Dye', 'david@trailblazeinc.com', 'http://www.trailblazeinc.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-08-03 12:27:40', '2012-08-03 17:27:40', 'You\'re more than welcome. A little more self reflection would benefit all of us, I think.\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 9884, 0),
(9886, 6907, 'August #Leadership Development Carnival: Summer Reading Edition', '', 'http://www.hrbartender.com/2012/training/august-leadership-development-carnival-summer-reading-edition/', '209.236.71.62', '2012-08-05 05:29:17', '2012-08-05 10:29:17', '[...] Mike Henry at Lead Change Group shared a post written by David M. Dye on the “7 Practical Questions that will Multiply Your Influence” [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9887, 6907, 'MAPping Company Success', '', 'http://mappingcompanysuccess.com/2012/08/august-leadership-development-carnival-2/', '184.168.21.21', '2012-08-06 03:16:26', '2012-08-06 08:16:26', '[...] Mike Henry at Lead Change Group shared a post written by David M. Dye on the “7 Practical Questions that will Multiply Your Influence” [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9888, 6907, 'Happy New Year - Leadership Speaker David Dye', '', 'http://trailblazeinc.com/2012/12/happy-new-year/', '192.185.4.123', '2016-01-16 11:08:40', '2016-01-16 16:08:40', '[&#8230;] 7 Practical Questions That Will Multiply Your Influence [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9889, 6911, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '216.37.85.1', '2012-07-17 14:14:10', '2012-07-17 19:14:10', 'Well said Erin.  You are 100% correct.  I think people get stuck and forget how good they will feel after exercise and eating well.  I always say, 90% is showing up at the gym.  Once you\'re there great things start happening....', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(9890, 6911, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-07-17 14:28:13', '2012-07-17 19:28:13', 'Essential ingredients to being a truly healthy leader, Erin! For me, it is just one more way we need to set the example. If we lead healthy lifestyles, then maybe - just maybe - some others may follow. It leads to better attitudes, better mindsets, better outlooks, and the list continues. To be a fully engaged and effective leader, our health needs to be included. Thanks for raising the call to action on healthy leading! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9891, 6911, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-07-17 20:57:22', '2012-07-18 01:57:22', 'Agreed, Deb.  It\'s incredibly easy to prioritize everything else, but it\'s a mistake.  I know so many people who feel \"selfish\" for taking time to go to the gym or workout.  They\'re doing everyone that needs them a favor, though.  With even a short, 30-minute workout on a regular basis, you can impact your health and energy!!', 0, '1', '', '', 9889, 256),
(9892, 6911, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-07-17 20:59:10', '2012-07-18 01:59:10', 'Thanks, Jon.  I love your list of what better health leads to.  So true.  I know I\'m better in every way when I\'ve gone for a run and sweat out some stress!!!  I can deal with everything better AND I\'m more creative!!', 0, '1', '', '', 9890, 256),
(9893, 6911, 'John E. Smith', 'strategiclearner@gmail.com', '', '12.52.220.130', '2012-07-21 10:24:58', '2012-07-21 15:24:58', 'Hi, Erin\n\nVery nice post.\n\nI would observe that, for not being a \"health expert\", you have certainly created an expert list of things we ought to be doing to keep ourselves at a healthy level.   You nailed it:)\n\nI remember as a very junior Army officer being told to model healthy habits, because part of my leadership role was to show others how to live in productive and effective ways.  With a few slips along the way (Cheetos, Crunch &amp; Munch, and soda), I have tried to continue living that creed.\n\nAs others have pointed out, good health is not selfish or a time-waster.  Rather, it may be one of the most important investments we make of our time, money, and energy.\n\nThanks for a great reminder - I am now dumping the candy bar I was eating and will switch to carrots ASAP:)\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9894, 6911, 'Kent Julian', 'read@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com/', '203.87.162.50', '2012-07-23 00:26:57', '2012-07-23 05:26:57', 'Three great questions, Jesse. I especially like your thoughts on \"adding value\" and \"end-results.\" Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9895, 6911, 'Kent Julian', 'read@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com/', '203.87.162.50', '2012-07-23 00:28:07', '2012-07-23 05:28:07', 'Good health is essential for leaders. It allows for consistent participation and contribution to the team. Bottom line, a healthy diet, regular exercise, healthy work/life balance, and a positive mental framework are all keys to success for being a \"healthy leader.\" Informative post, Erin. You always share great stuff!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9896, 6911, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-07-23 19:32:48', '2012-07-24 00:32:48', 'John, thanks for your comment!!  I had a green smoothie for breakfast...and I slipped in a piece of fried chicken at dinner!!  LOL!!  Balance!!  Balance is part of good health too, right?!?!', 0, '1', '', '', 9893, 256),
(9897, 6911, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-07-23 19:34:06', '2012-07-24 00:34:06', 'Thanks, Kent...or should I call you COACH?  You know all about the importance of being physically fit.  the endurance is so important!!\n\nThanks for your encouragement!', 0, '1', '', '', 9895, 256),
(9898, 6911, 'John E. Smith', 'strategiclearner@gmail.com', 'http://strategiclearner.wordpress.com', '76.201.91.232', '2012-07-23 22:40:07', '2012-07-24 03:40:07', 'Erin\n\nFried chicken is a food group all to itself.  The big question is whether you left the crispy skin on like God intended or gave in to the health nuts and took it off before chowing down:)\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 9896, 0),
(9899, 6911, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-07-24 09:16:06', '2012-07-24 14:16:06', 'Are you kidding?!  I\'m in Texas now....skin on, baby!!  All the way!', 0, '1', '', '', 9898, 256),
(9900, 6922, 'Overcome Leadership Challenges | Leadership Collection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-collection/p/2238714101/overcome-leadership-challenges', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-25 10:18:03', '2012-07-25 15:18:03', '[...] Overcome Leadership Challenges http://t.co/GL10CHfY...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9901, 6922, 'Happiness At Work ~ route map to edition 4 | performance~marks', '', 'http://performancemarks.com/2012/07/27/happiness-at-work-route-map-to-edition-4/', '72.232.7.72', '2012-07-27 09:34:55', '2012-07-27 14:34:55', '[...] Overcome Leadership Challenges As a leader how and what do you do to maintain resiliency in leadership?  By resiliency, I mean, recover speedily from problems and maintain elasticity, bend, stretch and not break during challenging situations. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9902, 6922, 'Liam Hayes', 'tobiasrix@gmx.net', 'http://blog.Njuweni.com/VernellEfl', '23.81.173.58', '2017-01-29 13:43:36', '2017-01-29 18:43:36', 'This has to be my second favourite commentary\nin the week, i can\'t tell you number one, it might offend you!', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9903, 6930, 'Talk less to get your employees to listen | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2214262155/talk-less-to-get-your-employees-to-listen', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-25 10:14:05', '2012-07-25 15:14:05', '[...] Talk less to get your employees to listen http://t.co/w99Zcz58...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9904, 6934, 'Angie Butcher', 'angie@weavinginfluence.com', 'http://butcherbunkhouse.blogspot.com', '75.26.236.148', '2012-07-20 09:26:03', '2012-07-20 14:26:03', 'It\'s great to hear your perspective.  Not everyone can make the switch so gracefully.  Great thoughts.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9905, 6934, 'Taffy Williams', 'twilli2861@aol.com', 'http://www.colonialtdc.com', '174.110.154.242', '2012-07-20 11:12:10', '2012-07-20 16:12:10', 'I share several of your experiences.  Over the years I have found myself using phrases of former mentors.  Running activities like they might have done.\n\nMore interestingly, I have worked with some \"leaders\" or managers, that I learned how to not manage.  The negative events can help shape your ability on leading as much as the positive.  The responses of the team members to those negative events reinforce the more positive approaches.\n\nI now assist several companies and teams.  I still make mistakes and likely show too much ego, but I hope everone i work with learns.  I write a blog and for an online news paper for the sole purpose of providing educational materials for startups, entrepreneurs, and leadership.  It is most rewarding when someone takes the time to tell me they learned something or like what I wrote.\n\nI like what you wrote and hope it helps others as well.\n\nTaffy Williams\nhttp://www.colonialtdc.com\nLinks to blogs, articles and other materials care found in the weblink above.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9906, 6934, 'Jeff Orr', 'jefforr6@gmail.com', 'http://www.indemandleadership.com', '68.109.146.235', '2012-07-20 12:27:11', '2012-07-20 17:27:11', 'So true Becky! I remember having all those leadership thoughts as a second-in-command - (If I were the leader I would..., etc.). It was an amazing awakening when I was promoted to that top spot. Some of it was what I expected. Some of it was not at all what I expected! But all of the experience was beneficial. I grew more as a leader in the first few months than I had previously in the previous 6 years.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 309),
(9907, 6934, 'Feeling Fortunate | Becky Robinson Weaving Influence', '', 'http://www.weavinginfluence.com/leadership/feeling-fortunate/', '66.147.244.207', '2012-07-21 04:50:01', '2012-07-21 09:50:01', '[...] the Lead Change Group I&#8217;m sharing a few Lessons from the Other Side. Please, stop by and see how my view of leadership has changed now that I&#8217;m in a leadership [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9908, 6934, 'John E. Smith', 'strategiclearner@gmail.com', '', '12.52.220.130', '2012-07-21 10:17:22', '2012-07-21 15:17:22', 'Hi, Becky\n\nAs always, thoughtful and thought-provoking:)\n\nI think that what you are describing is why I feel so strongly about the need for both formal and informal leadership development throughout a person\'s career.   As we move from one level of leadership to another, new perspectives appear and new learning is needed for us to succeed.  Very seldom does \"bigger and more\" work as a leadership strategy, because the dynamics and considerations are not just larger in scale, but different.\n\nAs we grow, our careers do not always continue upward toward increased responsibilities and scope, but sometimes shift sideways and move in directions not previously anticipated.  This is reality for many in the new economy, where the traditional career path simply does not exist anymore.\n\nHowever, the need for new learning at every turn is and will always be part of our personal journey.\n\nThanks for a very useful post:)\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9909, 6934, 'Kent Julian', 'read@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com/', '203.87.162.50', '2012-07-24 03:22:13', '2012-07-24 08:22:13', 'The best lessons on how to be a great leader are usually learned first by being a good follower.\nThis teaches us how to work effectively with others and helps understand inter-dependence. Wonderful post, Becky.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9910, 6943, 'Challenges of Change | Leadership Collection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-collection/p/2238998348/challenges-of-change', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-25 09:53:49', '2012-07-25 14:53:49', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentWorkplace IssuesCHANGE is the number one constant factor in all growing businesses. What worked well yesterday or last month may not work today or next year.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9911, 17957, 'Jason Carrick', 'carrick.jason@gmail.com', 'http://whywelead.blogspot.com', '161.28.137.31', '2012-07-11 10:12:06', '2012-07-11 15:12:06', 'Great Read!  The same things apply and probably even more so if you are tying to lead without a specific leadership position.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9912, 17957, 'Skip Prichard', 'skip@skipprichard.com', 'http://www.skipprichard.com', '76.18.179.198', '2012-07-11 15:04:24', '2012-07-11 20:04:24', 'What a story to learn from. That\'s why the \"on boarding\" process is so important. First impressions are key.  And not to look beyond the current position in public, but instead focus on the goals and the team. Learn what their goals are, and help them achieve them.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9913, 17957, 'David Kanigan', 'davidkanigan@yahoo.com', 'http://www.davidkanigan.com', '24.184.221.242', '2012-07-11 17:51:23', '2012-07-11 22:51:23', 'Good post Christina.  What immediately came to mind was what the new boss hoped to gain by discussing her planned tenor.  (Little in my mind.) The story also reminds me of a post (http://wp.me/p1TJPv-Uw) where the author describes leadership being akin to threading a needle of contradictions.  Need to be honest, ethical, compassionate, transparent - but also tough, fair, decisive and optimistic.  It\'s all a fine balance - which is why many state that they have had few great bosses in their careers.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9914, 17957, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-07-11 17:56:22', '2012-07-11 22:56:22', 'Christina, great reminders about a serious point. Most people gauge your commitment against theirs.  Sharing the 2-year comment meant that the leader clearly didn\'t understand the culture she was entering. She\'ll spend the next 2 years managing the gap between her commitment and her team\'s commitment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(9915, 17957, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.130.9', '2012-07-12 02:34:05', '2012-07-12 07:34:05', 'Hi Jason\n\nThanks, a good point.  Leaders exist at all levels and at different times for different tasks and your\'e right the principles apply in those situations too.\n\nSometimes, but not always, leading without a specific position has fewer expectations from followers who may be grateful and surprised because someone not overtly tasked with a leadership role steps into those shoes without being asked to.  Thanks again - appreciated.\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9911, 303),
(9916, 17957, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.130.9', '2012-07-12 02:39:44', '2012-07-12 07:39:44', 'Thanks Skip, absolutely.  In this situation the leader underestimated the ability or maturity of the followers to hear the information and still trust her to do a great job in the time she was there.  It was a near fatal mistake and one definitely to learn from.\n\nThanks for your comments.  Very much appreciated.\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 9912, 303),
(9917, 17957, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.130.9', '2012-07-12 02:53:31', '2012-07-12 07:53:31', 'Thanks David nice to see you here too!\n\nExcellent point and a great post, which describes so well the contradictions of great vs popular for me.   Looking back over my career, I would say one of the biggest mistakes I have seen by leaders is assuming  the people they lead think like them, and many become frustrated when they are misunderstood. Another mistake is when leaders don\'t realise the impact they have on their followers.  And my final top 3 mistakes is when leaders have low expectations of their followers and people then live up to that expectation. I think brilliant though the new leader was, she instantly fell into all three traps.  A big learning curve!\n\nThanks again David as always your input is  greatly appreciated.', 0, '1', '', '', 9913, 303),
(9918, 17957, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', '', '92.30.130.9', '2012-07-12 02:56:53', '2012-07-12 07:56:53', 'Hi Mike\n\nYou are spot on.  The situation happened a number of years ago and that\'s exactly what happened.  The lost ground was never quite regained and frankly it was a missed opportunity.  It demonstrated to me the importance of getting off on the right foot and the massive impact of not doing so.\n\nThanks for your input, it is very much appreciated.', 0, '1', '', '', 9914, 303),
(9919, 17957, 'Married to the job? &ndash; How Leaders show commitment in a fast changing world. | People Discovery Blog and Reflection | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/people-discovery-blog-and-reflection/p/2165203005/married-to-the-job-how-leaders-show-commitment-in-a-fast-changing-world', '89.30.105.121', '2012-07-13 06:38:22', '2012-07-13 11:38:22', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9920, 17957, 'Committed Millennial. Oxymoron? I think not. &laquo; Interview with the Geek', '', 'http://interviewgeek.wordpress.com/2012/07/16/committed-millennial-oxymoron-i-think-not/', '74.200.247.113', '2012-07-16 16:57:28', '2012-07-16 21:57:28', '[...] reading a blog by the Lead Change Group, Married to the job? &#8211; How Leaders show commitment in a fast changing world, it discusses how leaders convey commitment. A common stereotype of Millennials consists of their [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9921, 6964, 'Monica Diaz', 'monica@e-quidam.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/monedays/', '189.232.73.162', '2012-08-01 08:29:35', '2012-08-01 13:29:35', 'I agree with you wholeheartedly, Deborah. There is no substitute for the touch! And teams being so important to achieving real results, there is no better way to get real buy-in than being fully present with people in a noticeable, concrete way. Thanks for this post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 263),
(9922, 6964, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-01 09:59:43', '2012-08-01 14:59:43', 'Monica, I like your adds on the imagery of being right there! Thanks for your comments.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(9923, 6964, 'kristina', 'kristinalacida@yahoo.com', '', '49.145.68.28', '2012-08-04 07:41:34', '2012-08-04 12:41:34', 'The article is great. I agree that leadership is a personal business that needs skills. I like it. Lead, touch and agree. Thanks for your post.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9924, 6964, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-05 08:19:33', '2012-08-05 13:19:33', 'Kristina,\n\nAppreciate the feedback. Lead on!', 0, '1', '', '', 9923, 310),
(9925, 6964, 'kristina', 'kristinalacida@yahoo.com', '', '49.145.90.98', '2012-08-05 23:47:27', '2012-08-06 04:47:27', 'Thanks Deborah, I would like to ask you if we could do guest posting or can you promote something for us. Thank you so much. I appreciate your reply.', 0, '1', '', '', 9924, 0),
(9926, 6964, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-06 06:32:29', '2012-08-06 11:32:29', 'Hi Kristina,\n\nNot sure what you\'re asking but wanted to respond. Are you a part of LeadChange group? If not, you can contact the site administrator about any postings or promotions.', 0, '1', '', '', 9925, 310),
(9927, 6968, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-07-31 07:48:06', '2012-07-31 12:48:06', 'Great ideas, Monica, for us to use! It is a different world today, and our approach to vacations may have not changed much, other than become crowded as we bring our work along. Shifts need to happen. Vacation was on mind, too, so more to come next week here on Lead Change. Thanks for your thoughts and suggestions! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9928, 6968, 'Monica Diaz', 'monica@e-quidam.com', 'http://www.e-quidam.com/theblog', '189.228.78.52', '2012-07-31 12:41:57', '2012-07-31 17:41:57', 'Well, I am looking forward to your post then, Jon! Glad you liked this one', 0, '1', '', '', 9927, 0),
(9929, 6968, 'Monica Diaz', 'monica@e-quidam.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/monedays/', '189.232.73.162', '2012-08-01 08:15:40', '2012-08-01 13:15:40', 'Neat! There\'s a new post at FASTCOMPANY on this subject! Check it out http://www.fastcompany.com/1844184/traditional-vacation-is-dead-long-live-vacation?partner=homepage_newsletter', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 263),
(9930, 6968, 'From the LeadChange Blog: Vacations, who needs them anyway? | Reflections for Personal and Business Development', '', 'http://www.e-quidam.com/theblog/?p=900', '70.40.220.104', '2012-08-03 12:23:33', '2012-08-03 17:23:33', '[...] From the LeadChange Blog: Vacations, who needs them anyway?  August 3rd, 2012 This is my post from earlier this week on the LeadChange blog. You can head on over there if you like and find plenty of other interesting stuff: &#8220;The answer is we all do, whether we know it or not! But not necessarily in the traditional sense. It’s all about balance&#8230;READ MORE. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9931, 6974, 'Catherine-Core Coaching', 'ccbfocus@hotmail.com', '', '204.235.227.145', '2012-08-02 09:42:59', '2012-08-02 14:42:59', 'healthy discontent....-nodding-.... great point made here. What compounds the frustration is if, as a leader, you don\'t know what the right solution is in order to make the necessary changes. -sigh-', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9932, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '199.104.0.1', '2012-08-02 14:12:52', '2012-08-02 19:12:52', 'Thank you for the comment Catherine. Appreciate the affirmation. Sounds like we need another post on how good decision-making has to follow healthy discontent. Sometimes the solution starts with the simple feeling that something needs to change. That\'s the key to healthy discontent.', 0, '1', '', '', 9931, 311),
(9933, 6974, 'Maze Logic', 'overthemaze@gmail.com', 'http://overthemaze.wordpress.com', '93.186.16.212', '2012-08-03 00:38:41', '2012-08-03 05:38:41', 'This, was a ridiculously incredible post! It definitely hits home when it comes to the need to move from \"here\" to \"there\".. \"Here\" must become the hinderance to our journey to \"there\". Loved it immensely.\n\nOne thing I\'d like to ask, how does one navigate this when they aren\'t at the \'level\' of leadership that would initiate this change? Of course this was written for leaders, but does it work at all levels, especially where there\'s a culture of high heirarchy and \"know your place\" mentallity..?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9934, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '199.104.0.1', '2012-08-03 11:12:53', '2012-08-03 16:12:53', 'Thanks Maze. Glad you enjoyed it and hope you find it useful. I think one way we can exercise a level of \"healthy discontent\" wherever we are at in the organization is by asking a good question. Questions like \"What if...?\" or \"Why?\" help us to peel back the layers of our present reality.\n\nThe other thing we can do is to encourage healthy discontent in our leader. Begin to plant seeds of a vision that the leader can buy into. Find ways to show the benefits of an ideal future over the status quo of the present reality. Tell him or her to read this post :).', 0, '1', '', '', 9933, 311),
(9935, 6974, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-03 11:50:09', '2012-08-03 16:50:09', 'Tim,\n\nEnjoyed the post, very good! As I read the post, I was constantly applying to my personal growth as as well as in family and other leadership situations. It\'s so important to look at the wide range of leadership venues!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(9936, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '198.60.208.2', '2012-08-03 12:01:48', '2012-08-03 17:01:48', 'Appreciate the comment Deborah. That was my feeling too as I was writing it. I kept thinking about how my own desire to be content is often a masked ambition to remain comfortable.\n\nOne of the principles I write about in my book, Leadership Starts With You, is the Law of the Rubber Band. It simply states: A rubber band is only useful when it\'s being stretched. A healthy discontent keeps me stretching.', 0, '1', '', '', 9935, 311),
(9937, 6974, 'Jason Biggers', 'jason@jasonbiggers.com', 'http://www.jasonbiggers.com', '99.108.35.86', '2012-08-04 22:45:50', '2012-08-05 03:45:50', 'What a great topic. Many leaders may not even know how to put their finger on what healthy discontent looks like. \"At the heart of a compelling vision is the message that we can’t stay here.\" If we all could develop that type of discontent it would compel much more positive action to take place daily.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 315),
(9938, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '75.167.177.23', '2012-08-05 11:54:38', '2012-08-05 16:54:38', 'Hey Jason. Thank you for the comment. Another thing to consider is when and if the rest of the organization has a higher level of healthy discontent then the leader. That\'s one of the necessities of a powerful and compelling vision. It keeps everyone moving in the same direction. If people see the need to move forward, but the leader has grown content (comfortable), all kinds of problems arise. In fact, \"the leader\" may not actually be the leader anymore.', 0, '1', '', '', 9937, 311),
(9939, 6974, 'Denise', 'denise@relationshipsmatternow.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/denisewbarreto/', '108.68.188.178', '2012-08-06 08:38:15', '2012-08-06 13:38:15', 'Thanks for a great articulation of something I\'ve lived and thrived with all my life. I am incredibly blessed beyond measure and extremely grateful. Yet, I have always an underlying push... in all areas of my life personally and professionally - nothing crazy but that constant raising of the bar and your post describes why it is necessary as a leader. Thanks for the validation... I\'ll be spreading this to my tribe...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9940, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '198.60.208.2', '2012-08-06 10:37:49', '2012-08-06 15:37:49', 'Hi Denise. I\'m happy to confirm something you know to be true through your own life. That validates my post as well. Appreciate that. Keep pushing for excellence. Thanks for spreading the word!', 0, '1', '', '', 9939, 311),
(9941, 6974, 'Kent Julian', 'kjulian@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com', '97.80.170.53', '2012-08-06 15:57:17', '2012-08-06 20:57:17', 'Great thoughts here, Tim. I really appreciate your point that healthy discontent can be a powerful catalyst for positive change. So important in effective leadership!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9942, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '199.104.0.1', '2012-08-06 16:28:10', '2012-08-06 21:28:10', 'Thanks Kent. I appreciate the feedback since you live as a powerful catalyst for positive change through your Live It Forward site. Blessings your way!', 0, '1', '', '', 9941, 311),
(9943, 6974, 'Kent Julian', 'kjulian@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com', '97.80.170.53', '2012-08-06 16:55:04', '2012-08-06 21:55:04', 'Tim...thanks for the complement. Greatly appreciated!\nOn a different note...how do we get our picture to replace the avatar on your site? Would love to show off my beautiful bald head :)', 0, '1', '', '', 9942, 0),
(9944, 6974, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '198.60.208.2', '2012-08-06 17:02:06', '2012-08-06 22:02:06', 'I don\'t know why your avatar image isn\'t showing up. It shows up in the \"recent comments\" section. It\'s a mystery.', 0, '1', '', '', 9943, 311),
(9945, 6984, 'David Hollingshead', 'dholling@sbcglobal.net', '', '70.195.1.12', '2012-08-03 06:33:00', '2012-08-03 11:33:00', 'JoAnn, great post. It is a good practice to occasionally  pause and take a look at the everyday process we use to lead. It can become very easy to get stuck in our routines, and processes, without looking to see where we can improve. Decision making is a fundemental part of leadership, and thus we assume that once we establish a decision making process we are done with the topic. Great advice about learning the decision making style of team members. Understanding how each one processes information will certainly boost teamwork and synergy!\n\nThanks,\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9946, 6984, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.joanncorley.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-08-03 08:58:55', '2012-08-03 13:58:55', 'Thanks for the comments David. Decision-making I believe is taken for-granted and yet it\'s fundamental to any outcome...so simple and yet so sweeping in impact!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 312),
(9947, 6984, 'Alan Allard', 'alan@alanallard.com', 'http://www.alanallard.com', '74.160.82.247', '2012-08-03 09:22:27', '2012-08-03 14:22:27', 'Great insights and practical information JoAnn. One of the qualities of an effective leader is self-awareness and we certainly need to be aware of our decision making process.\n\nAs for personality types, some process information on the spot very quickly and are able and willing to speak up immediately in a team meeting or one on one. Others need time to think things through before they feel comfortable in stating what they are thinking and which way they are leaning in a decision. Both styles are equally valuable.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9948, 6984, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.joanncorley.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-08-03 09:32:58', '2012-08-03 14:32:58', 'Alan - I appreciate you sharing how this plays out in meetings.  Sometimes those who don\'t speak up right away are judged. All styles are valuable - need &amp; context are the key!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 312),
(9949, 6984, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '199.104.0.1', '2012-08-03 11:18:04', '2012-08-03 16:18:04', 'JoAnn. My favorite line was \"Additionally, learn the natural style of each of your team members.\" That\'s probably why it was bolded.\n\nTime and again, I have seen where people would agree with the decision I made, but they didn\'t feel comfortable with HOW I made the decision. It was a matter of style and I didn\'t understand why they didn\'t understand.\n\nThis is extremely helpful. It would be useful to information for each member of the team to know the tendency of others. We should list our tendency right alongside our top five strengths, our personality profile, and our favorite flavor of ice cream (that\'s just for fun).\n\nThank you for sharing this with us!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 311),
(9950, 6984, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.joanncorley.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-08-03 11:40:12', '2012-08-03 16:40:12', 'Hey Tim - you make an excellent comment - the how does impact buy in .... if you\'re spontaneous and there is a methodical, they are propably thinking, \"Well this is an accident waiting to happen.\"..lol\nThis information is part of a fun personality - team building workshop that I do ...the \"ah ahs\" are amazing.  Thanks for your comments!', 0, '1', '', '', 9949, 312),
(9951, 6984, 'Power Up Your Leadership Effectiveness With Skilled Decision Making | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/2317201862/power-up-your-leadership-effectiveness-with-skilled-decision-making', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-03 20:37:31', '2012-08-04 01:37:31', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9952, 6984, 'tianchongni', 'nevillesinclair193@yahoo.com', '', '112.140.185.253', '2012-08-03 21:07:59', '2012-08-04 02:07:59', 'This information is part of a fun personality – team building workshop that I do …the “ah ahs” are amazing. Thanks for your comments!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9953, 6984, 'Kent Julian', 'kjulian@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com', '97.80.170.53', '2012-08-06 16:08:52', '2012-08-06 21:08:52', 'Strong decision-making skills are foundational for effective leadership. I especially appreciate your encouragement to learn the decision-making styles of our team. So important!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9954, 6987, 'Danne Hotchkiss', 'danneh@ellsworthkaye.com', '', '69.115.151.71', '2012-08-06 06:24:08', '2012-08-06 11:24:08', 'Jon, the fundamental problem with your recommendations is that they are all focused on how to get even more work out of the employee. A one week vacation after 3 years? That\'s a sure recipe for burnout, and starts from the position that the employee was fully rested, recharged and carefree on the day the job started. People\'s lives don\'t start the day they start a new job. Training is great (is the company paying for it, or mandating how the employee spends his paycheck?), it used to be considered professional development, and it was acknowledged to be done for the benefit of both parties. Your new 5 minute break used to be a 15 minute break, until it disappeared all together, and people took 2 of them in an 8-hour shift. If companies really want to get more from employees, they\'ll stop expecting employees to work 12- 14 hours a day to \'get the job done\' and instead, they\'ll hire more people and mandate that time-wasting activities such as meetings and most travel be severely reduced.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9955, 6987, 'David Hollingshead (@drhollingshead)', 'dholling@sbcglobal.net', '', '70.195.64.13', '2012-08-06 07:08:00', '2012-08-06 12:08:00', 'Jon,\nGreat post! It is so easy in todays digital world to become a crutch for your team. I recently had a manager who called or texted me with every little question, whether I was at work or home. This became exhausting and was rooted in her lack of confidence in her abilities. It required a little \"unplugging\" to get her on the track of leading her team effectively, even when I\'m not there.\n\nThanks,\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9956, 6987, 'Burke Allen', 'burke@novologic.com', 'http://www.novologic.com', '69.199.77.34', '2012-08-06 12:12:30', '2012-08-06 17:12:30', 'would be interesting to see how this breaks down between companies of various sizes\n\n&lt; 20 employees\n&lt; 50 employees\n&lt; 100 employees\n&lt; 250 employees\n&lt; 1,000 employees\n&lt; 5,000 employees\n 10,000  employees', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9957, 6987, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '184.49.61.52', '2012-08-06 16:13:47', '2012-08-06 21:13:47', 'Great points, Danne. I understand how things have changed, and our vacation policies need to adapt in some ways. I am not advocating 1 week vacation after 3 years. I am advocating normal yearly vacation times and, after 3 years, take a week off with no connectivity. Unplug completely for 1 week.\n\nI understand work is more intense and expectations higher. We need to adopt ways to meet these new challenges because we do need breaks to refresh and renew.\n\nThanks for your points. I hope the conversation continues, and we find ways to disconnect and re-energize in this new world.\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 9954, 290),
(9958, 6987, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '184.49.61.52', '2012-08-06 16:15:53', '2012-08-06 21:15:53', 'Great real life example, David! Yes, this is where trust comes into play. It can be about self-trust and team trust. I do believe there is some type of trust metric that can devised around how connected people may be during vacations and whether or not they even take vacations!\n\nAppreciate your voice in the conversation. Thanks!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 9955, 290),
(9959, 6987, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '184.49.61.52', '2012-08-06 16:17:43', '2012-08-06 21:17:43', 'Burke, I agree. I thought about the size of company, as this will change some of the dynamics of how to adapt vacation policies. No matter what size the company, though, at some point in time people need to unplug from it all. It will renew perspectives and give organization a need boost when they return.\n\nThanks for your comment!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 9956, 290),
(9960, 6987, 'Leading the New, New Corporate Vacation Policy | Leading Choices | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-choices/p/2363575157/leading-the-new-new-corporate-vacation-policy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-09 08:10:43', '2012-08-09 13:10:43', '[...] &quot;The new reality is we never really, completely, wholeheartedly leave work behind. Work is attached to our hip and safely placed in our carry-on bags.&quot; &nbsp; Read more on 4 suggested new corporate vacation policies and 2 leadership challenges. Join the conversation:&nbsp; How would you change an organization&rsquo;s vacation policy in this new world? How are you leading this shift?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9961, 6999, 'Direct cellars', 'gretchenhouck@gmail.com', 'https://directcellarswine.tumblr.com', '89.203.221.22', '2017-01-31 05:58:08', '2017-01-31 10:58:08', 'Having rеad thgis І believed it waѕ extremely informative.\n\nІ apрreciate yⲟu finding the timе and energy to pᥙt tҺis informative article\ntօgether. Ι once again fіnd myuself spending a significant ɑmount\nοf timе botɦ reading and posting comments.\n\nВut so wɦat, іt was still worthwhile!', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(9962, 7002, 'Tim Milburn', 'timageis@gmail.com', 'http://www.timmilburn.com', '75.167.177.23', '2012-08-05 11:59:05', '2012-08-05 16:59:05', 'Wendy!\nGreat food for thought. I\'ve always said, \"it\'s okay to be the boss...it\'s not okay to be bossy.\"\n\nThe language we use in the workplace needs to change with the needs and dynamics of the workplace. Top-down leadership styles are fading. They\'re not as effective. As organizations flatten, terms like boss and supervisor may need to be replaced with other more meaningful terms (mentor!).\n\nAppreciate the post.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 311),
(9963, 7002, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.232.155', '2012-08-05 12:47:01', '2012-08-05 17:47:01', 'Hi Tim,\nThanks for stopping by to read and comment! I agree--the times, they are a changin\'  With global organizations and globally distributed teams and more folks working at home--the traditional role of supervisor / boss has to change.\n\nThanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 9962, 313),
(9964, 7002, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '184.49.61.52', '2012-08-06 08:27:43', '2012-08-06 13:27:43', 'Great thoughts to embrace, Wendy. The shift to a mentor \"title\" facilitates many other shifts in the relationship. Another shift is on accountability. In a mentor role, accountability takes on a more active role on both sides. The person being mentored now must take on more accountability for their choices and actions while the person doing the mentoring must take on the accountability for providing the guidance, coaching, and learning opportunities.\n\nGreat post, Wendy.  Thanks!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290);
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(9965, 7002, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.23.210.190', '2012-08-06 15:40:03', '2012-08-06 20:40:03', 'Hi Jon,\nGreat add about accountability, Jon. As you pointed out, it puts more of the onus on the person being mentored.  In the boss model, many push boundaries, waiting to see how far they can go before being called out. Perhaps colleagues would take on more accountability for one another as well?\nThanks for stopping by to comment!\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 313),
(9966, 7002, 'Vicki', 'vlb@cfcl.com', '', '64.142.15.200', '2012-08-06 15:59:57', '2012-08-06 20:59:57', 'I loved this sentence:\n\"However, I do believe that if the title and role was mentor, even someone with autocratic tendencies might start to adopt a different set of behaviors–perhaps with some coaching. Just by the change in title, it sets up a whole other set of expectations with associated behaviors.\"\n\nI\'d love a chance to find out.\n\nI have had significantly more \"bossy\" bosses than mentors. Brand new first-time managers especially seem to feel that they have to prove themselves by being controlling, bossy, autocratic, and dictatorial.\n\nIn my world (programming) I\'ve thought for years that the \"boss\" should be replaced with more tech leads and project managers. Let the team be a manage the work of its members (I worked in a team like that for a few months. It really can work.)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9967, 7002, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.23.210.190', '2012-08-06 16:25:18', '2012-08-06 21:25:18', 'Hi Vicki,\nI am so glad you stopped by to comment. I have heard varying reports of self-managed teams in terms of their ability to truly self-manage without a \"Lord of the Flies\" environment unfolding. Seems like you have had a positive and successful experience, even if short-lived. Very hopeful. Perhaps with a rotating position of team lead, it could really work out? All we know is that what we are doing now is not working out so well ...\nThanks again for your comments!\n\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 313),
(9968, 7002, 'Vin D\'Amico', 'vin@damicon.com', 'http://brainslink.com/', '72.166.43.4', '2012-08-07 08:11:33', '2012-08-07 13:11:33', 'Yes, the psychology of managing is a complex topic. In the end, I think a huge problem is the simple lack of training and coaching received by new \"bosses\". It is often assumed that star performers will go on to be managers. The hope being that they will impart their wisdom on others. Okay...but how are they supposed to do that? What training have they had in the art of teaching and mentoring?\n\nBeing able to do something well does not imply being able to train someone else to do it. Very different skills are involved. Changing the psychology will help though new bosses will still need a lot of help.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9969, 7002, 'It&#8217;s Time to Abolish the Bosses |', '', 'http://pro-profits.com/its-time-to-abolish-the-bosses/', '174.120.18.162', '2012-08-07 14:03:41', '2012-08-07 19:03:41', '[...] read an article this week that sincerely impressed me by Wendy Appel, Should we Banish Bosses? for the Lead Change Group. While reading Eric Jackson’s 31 Signs You’re a Horrible Boss, she [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9970, 7002, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.233.103', '2012-08-07 16:28:57', '2012-08-07 21:28:57', 'Hi Vin,\nThanks for your comment. It is discouraging to read your post because this has been going on for such a long time. Back in the day, I was an account executive. The best of us were expected to become managers. We weren\'t considered ambitious enough if we didn\'t aspire to the position. As you rightly point out, these are two distinct roles and they require different skill sets. There was very little support and prep to step into that role. So I am discouraged to see that after so many who have come before and after, this practice has changed very little.\nAbsolutely agree, changing the psychology isn\'t enough.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 313),
(9971, 7002, 'Linda Galindo', 'linda@lindagalindo.com', 'http://www.lindagalindo.com', '174.52.122.59', '2012-08-08 23:48:05', '2012-08-09 04:48:05', 'When it comes to considering something like \"banishing bosses\" I\'d suggest it be considered by\nlooking through a lens of personal accountability. Doing so has assisted me immensely in understanding who I am working with and what they need.\n\nFor example, an employee who lives at a low level of personal accountability, is full of excuses, finger-pointing and blame when expectations are not met. Nothing is ever their fault, they tell the story of what happened and who did what. This employee needs to be managed. If the manager avoids holding them accountable because \"it\'s just easier to take care of it\" they are a poor manager and begin to attract more and more employees who need to managed. That manager may even get a lot out of rescuing, fixing and saving poor performers completely oblivious to the fact that this sets up punishing the best performers who get tired of it and eventually leave. Good managers hold these excuse-filled individuals accountable, clarify expectations and move them along to a point that they need less managing and more coaching. If the employee won\'t move to that point, managers manage them out of the organization.\n\nCoaching, in my opinion is for employees who demonstrate personal accountability, don\'t excuse or blame very often, usually take ownership for their role in what is not working and suggest or seek solutions. Coaching meets their need.\n\nMentoring is for employees who demonstrate total personal accountability, always take ownership for their role in what is not working individually and collectively. These individuals understand that if one of us fails, we all fail. They do not treat personal accountability as a zero sum game. (http://lindagalindo.wordpress.com/2012/07/10/personal-accountability-is-not-a-zero-sum-game/) They also understand that being \"mentored\" by someone who does not see themselves as totally personally accountable for results good or bad is going to be a poor match as a mentor for them.\n\nBanish bosses? Whether that answer is yes or no, I think that no matter what we must grow our skill to mentor, coach and manage, recognize the level of personal accountability we are dealing with, and then match the skill to the need.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9972, 7002, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.238.227', '2012-08-11 08:23:23', '2012-08-11 13:23:23', 'Hi Linda,\nYes, I can see you are reading my post through the \"accountability\" lens. Your concern for how one would be held accountable or for personal accountability is understandable and I share your passion for accountability. A blog was too long to go into how this idea could be implemented. See Jon Mertz\'s comment related to accountability, above.\n\nSuffice it to say that I was floating the notion that by virtue of a title / roll, we start behaving \"as if,\" and how we perceive that roll. The language we use shapes our reality. If we used the title \"mentor\" along with expectation setting and coaching for that role, perhaps people would behave differently. Perhaps we could move away from the parent (authority) / child set-up? Perhaps accountability would be enacted in an entirely different way because of the new title/role and associated perceptions of that role?\n\nThanks so much for your comments.\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 9971, 313),
(9973, 7007, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-09 07:22:48', '2012-08-09 12:22:48', 'Thanks Jane for those wonderful reminders. Particularly how important it is to be tuned in to your own win-lose perspective and th adversary\'s motivators.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(9974, 7007, 'Conflict, character and calm - LeadBIG | LeadBIG', '', 'http://getyourbigon.com/leadbigblog/conflict-character-and-calm/', '184.168.193.22', '2012-08-09 07:45:02', '2012-08-09 12:45:02', '[...] Jane is guest blogging over at Lead Change Group today! [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9975, 7007, 'Louise Altman @The Intentional Workplace', 'louise@intentionalcommunication.com', 'http://www.intentionalworkplace.com', '76.176.213.155', '2012-08-09 10:04:34', '2012-08-09 15:04:34', 'Nice points Jane and always glad to see the topic of conflict explored. Given the state of our workplaces and larger culture, everyone needs to improve their conflict skills.\n\nGreat quotes too. My favorite: “The greatest conflicts are not between two people but between one person and himself.” ~Garth Brooks  Since internal conflict is the #1 driver for most interpersonal conflicts it speaks to where we need to look first to understand the root of our conflicts.\n\nThanks,\nLouise', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9976, 7007, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-08-13 08:15:52', '2012-08-13 13:15:52', 'Deborah - you are so right that self-awareness and tuning in to others are key. Thanks much for your kind words!', 0, '1', '', '', 9973, 251),
(9977, 7007, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-08-13 08:17:13', '2012-08-13 13:17:13', 'Louise -  Couldn\'t agree with you more that starting with ourselves is the first step in becoming a character-based leader. Big thanks for your lovely words!', 0, '1', '', '', 9975, 251),
(9978, 7007, 'Joie Seldon', 'joie@emotioneducation.net', 'http://www.EmotionEducation.net', '108.85.230.58', '2012-08-13 11:47:05', '2012-08-13 16:47:05', 'I appreciate that you listed \"Stay Calm\" first as it is essential to handing any situation. I am someone who has strong reactions to things and staying calm for me does not necessarily mean I don\'t have feelings, like anger or fear. It means that I am in charge of my feelings. We cannot control our emotions, but we can be in dominion of them. Staying present in the midst of a challenging situation helps me make a conscious choice about how I am going to deal with it. A tool I use is to be aware of my personal space boundary. When I sense an energetic boundary around myself and what or who I\'m reacting to outside of it, it helps me become more objective. I can then see the person I\'m reacting to with with less judgment and greater insight. It helps be become curious about why someone is behaving the way they are, rather than wanting them to behave differently.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9979, 7007, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-08-17 14:37:47', '2012-08-17 19:37:47', 'Joie -- so love how you share about your willingness to learn more about others and why they act as they do rather than immediately judging and jumping to conclusions! Staying calm and seeking first to understand are just principles of character-based leadership. Thanks much for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 9978, 251),
(9980, 7017, 'The P Word: Politics and Leadership | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/2363301522/the-p-word-politics-and-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-09 07:22:17', '2012-08-09 12:22:17', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9981, 7025, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-08-08 06:29:06', '2012-08-08 11:29:06', 'Insightful conversation, Mike.\n\nThe challenge can be when leaders think they are servant leaders, but act as practitioners. In their mind, they are enabling others, but their actions fall into the other category. As you state, time is the ultimate test. However, there needs to be time tests that occur earlier rather than later in order to ensure leaders are on the right path. It is a reality test to shake their mindset and wake-up to which path they are really on. After all, it is a matter of organizational survival, which ultimately impacts people.\n\nBeing in a servant leader organization is much more rewarding for all involved.\n\nThanks!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(9982, 7025, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '67.142.171.24', '2012-08-08 07:22:35', '2012-08-08 12:22:35', 'Jon, thanks for the comment.  I agree about the disconnect that can happen when a leader fails to assess things accurately.  Books like The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly and Greater Than Yourself by Steve Farber can help.  Like many other things, simply thinking we have the answer is seldom the answer.  We need to be continuously checking our opinions against objective inputs to make sure our people are growing and reaching their own life goals.\n\nOne way to test this is to simply ask the 12 questions from First Break All The Rules and compare the answers over time.  Work to grow the scores.\n\nDoes anyone else have any other ideas how to guage employee opinions about their prospects for growth?', 0, '1', '', '', 9981, 243),
(9983, 7025, 'Claudio Morelli', 'dclaudio.morelli@gmail.com', '', '142.22.16.50', '2012-08-08 12:22:47', '2012-08-08 17:22:47', 'Mike, I love your description of a Servant Organization and its role in developing and creating leaders that fuels its growth. Although organizations value and support the practitioner leader leadership growth in others is not as intentional as the more successful and thriving organizations, the Servant Organizations, as you put it. These organizations allow room for leaders to develop throughout the organization and is not limited to a few. It starts with being a servant leader yourself and then allowing others to serve and lead no matter what position they hold in the organization. I agree with you and Jon, I would much rather lead in a Servant Organization.\n\nThanks!  Claudio', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 308),
(9984, 7025, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.30.146.119', '2012-08-08 17:51:08', '2012-08-08 22:51:08', 'Hi Mike\nThought provoking article., thank you.  As you say, It\'s unfortunate but sometimes true,  leaders (and all of us at times..I think :) can demonstrate a disconnect between their self image and how others see them. As to measuring an employees views about their own growth; I used a system in the UK whereby succession planning was linked directly to performance review.  Employees were able to describe their promotion/development ambitions and the manager had to confirm (or otherwise) the employee had both potential and opportunity to realise them.  Although  not widely used as could be considered subjective and raising false expectations, I felt the benefits far outweighed those risks, and it certainly demonstrated where managers either wouldn\'t or couldn\'t support their employees to grow.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9985, 7025, 'Bill B. Flint Jr.', 'bflint@flintpartners.com', 'http://www.servantleaders.org', '98.226.132.21', '2012-08-11 08:41:02', '2012-08-11 13:41:02', 'Mike, great thoughts. After a 38 year career in business, including serving as President of two manufacturing companies I recently wrote a book called, The Journey To Competitive Advantage Through Servant Leadership. The main theme of the book is that servant leadership offers the best chance for a business to thrive. It is a philosophy that believes people are truly the most important asset in a business. They are not just words on a web site. Leaders who have moved away from the power model of leadership and believe their role is to help their people discover and reach their potential.\nThat people come to work every day with their unique personalities, dreams, goals, skills, and hunger for achieving something bigger than themselves. What they need is the right style of leadership, communication, training, and guidance to help them discover and reach their potential.\nServant leaders believe people don’t come to work to fail, produce bad products and services, or have a bad day. It is a leader’s responsibility to lead them by teaching, encouraging and motivating them to reach that potential.\nServant leaders paint picture, so to speak, to help their people understand what needs to be accomplished and why. Then brings them together to accomplish the company goals and objectives; It’s about concentrating on the people who do the blocking and tackling each and every day.\nServant leaders bring a vision that believes that the best strategy to achieve organizational goals and create a competitive advantage is by developing and environment of caring, mutual trust, and respect between the leaders and the people by focusing their efforts and energy on developing the full potential of all associates and the business therefore creating a winning partnership.\nIn the end servant leaders have discovered that it is their responsibility to make difference in the lives of the people they have been called to lead.\nHere is a link to YouTube to a speech I gave on servant leadership at Leaderfest in Wisconsin in April if anyone is interested. Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aW5lp_K4INY', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9986, 7025, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-11 09:01:55', '2012-08-11 14:01:55', 'Claudio, thanks for the comment.  I\'d rather do just about anything in a servant organization than just about anything in one that\'s not.  Practictioner models drain.  And now that I\'m aware of the two models, practictioner models drain me faster and more completely than ever before.  It\'s work to generate energy to serve a boss.  It\'s easy to generate energy to serve a noble vision.\n\nThanks again. Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 9983, 243),
(9987, 7025, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-11 09:04:59', '2012-08-11 14:04:59', 'Great points Christina about linking development to succession planning. Even outside of work goals, that works too.  I read a great book on the topic called The Dream Manager by Matthew Kelly that made the point in avery memorable way.  When we help people achieve their dreams through their job, the organization benefits from the alignment of all of their creative energy.  Great thoughts. Thanks.', 0, '1', '', '', 9984, 243),
(9988, 7025, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-11 09:09:28', '2012-08-11 14:09:28', 'Bill, thanks for the great comment.  I\'ve almost said one of your sentences word for word.  No one (or almost no one) starts a job planning to be miserable or frustrated, detached or unproductive.  People want to be part of something bigger than themselves.  If they can\'t do that in their job, they\'ll participate in non-profits.  It\'s only when they\'re out of options do they settle for purely selfish ambitions.\n\nServant Leaders don\'t serve the selfish people very well.  They serve people who share a common goal.  And the greater the goal, the greater the energy.  When those people start to serve themselves, in the interest of the team and the goal, it\'s up to the servant leader to correct or separate.\n\nThanks again for the great comment.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 9985, 243),
(9989, 7033, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-07 07:06:27', '2012-08-07 12:06:27', 'Very nice Chery. To the point and the imagery is powerful.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(9990, 7033, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-08-07 07:33:40', '2012-08-07 12:33:40', 'Thanks Deborah!  Have a great day!', 0, '1', '', '', 9989, 270),
(9991, 7033, 'Vatsala Shukla', 'vatsala@karmicallycoaching.com', 'http://www.karmicallycoaching.com', '115.240.144.248', '2012-08-09 03:00:52', '2012-08-09 08:00:52', 'Simple but effective article. Actually made me think about my own style. Thank you for sharing Chery. Have a great weekend!\n\nRegards\n\nVatsala', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9992, 7033, 'Kaye Chalwell', 'kayechalwell@yahoo.com.au', 'http://www.transformingkidsminstry.wordpress.com', '210.215.83.92', '2012-08-10 16:23:54', '2012-08-10 21:23:54', 'I love this image of a beacon and a candle. It\'s a good reminder to choose carefully how to deal with different situations and needs of the people we are in relationship with. Thanks, Kaye', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9993, 7033, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-08-10 20:51:10', '2012-08-11 01:51:10', 'Thank you Vatsala!  Einstein once said that if you can\'t explain it to a six year old you don\'t understand it yourself.  I take that as permission to unleash my inner child!', 0, '1', '', '', 9991, 270),
(9994, 7033, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-08-10 21:12:40', '2012-08-11 02:12:40', 'Thank you Kaye!  One of my favorite songs is Go Light Your World.  The song lyrics include candles and beacons.  One particular day it hit me that we are not called to be one or the other, we are called to be both.  Prior to that day, I believe I was a beacon more often than not.  Now I pray for the ability to discern  which one is most needed and the courage OR the patience to shine in the most effective way.', 0, '1', '', '', 9992, 270),
(9995, 7033, 'Kent Julian', 'kjulian@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com', '97.80.170.53', '2012-08-13 19:29:01', '2012-08-14 00:29:01', 'We can definitely be both a candle and beacon; it\'s just a matter of how we project our light and use the genuine qualities of that light appropriately and in a way that will best suit the situation. Very unique thoughts, Chery!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(9996, 7033, 'Chery Gegelman', 'Gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://Www.gianaconsulting.com', '68.13.251.23', '2012-08-13 19:49:07', '2012-08-14 00:49:07', 'Thanks Kent!  I appreciate your feedback.  It is nice to hear that the thoughts are unique.  The reality is that my inner 2-year old always wants to know WHY things work like they do.  I was blessed to hear lyrics that helped me connect a few dots so I could understand and ultimately explain what I learned!', 0, '1', '', '', 9995, 0),
(9997, 7033, '2 Ways to Shine Your Leadership Light More Effectively', '', 'http://consultgiana.com/2-ways-to-shine-your-leadership-light-more-effectively/', '192.185.4.58', '2014-11-18 06:31:25', '2014-11-18 11:31:25', '[&#8230;] short post below was originally posted on the Lead Change Group Blog and describes one of those unexpected and energy filled &#8220;Ahh Haa&#8221; moments in my [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(9998, 7033, 'Jesse Silva', 'lvprotector@gmail.com', '', '50.200.93.250', '2015-02-10 13:25:26', '2015-02-10 18:25:26', 'Chery,\nSo simple and yet so powerful; I am not only going to have my Leadership Team read this, but your imagery will likely get referenced by them over and over.\nI wouldn\'t have thought that the light we emit as Leadership could be categorized into different powers. Thank you for this blog piece.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 384),
(9999, 7033, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://consultgiana.com', '173.195.8.67', '2015-03-02 13:17:59', '2015-03-02 18:17:59', 'Jesse - Thank you so much for sharing how you will use this post with your team!  I\'d love to hear how that imagry impacts them and their results!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10000, 6910, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-21 06:43:44', '2012-08-21 11:43:44', 'Erin, thanks for the reminder and the encouraging post.  I think sometimes at least for me, it\'s easy to forget that a shared vision is the beginning of the process.  We don\'t have to share every detail of the vision, but we must find common ground or all the positivity in the world will just seem like an exercise.  It\'s great that you included that at the top.  I agree it starts with a shared vision.\n\nThanks for the great post! Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(10001, 6910, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '98.87.116.200', '2012-08-21 06:53:56', '2012-08-21 11:53:56', 'Great information Erin.   I like the part about people, workplace and the culture.  Great post, keep them coming.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10002, 6910, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-08-21 07:27:20', '2012-08-21 12:27:20', 'Terrific post, Erin.  Some people spend more time at work than they do at home (if you don\'t count sleeping), so why not make it a place we feel happy, connected and purposeful?\n\nSince you asked, I\'d add PLAY!  Play recharges our brain, releases endorphins (good brain chemicals) and allows us to be \"in the moment\" which also opens the door for creativity and innovative thinking ...\n\nSimple things we can do in just a few minutes to recharge with play:\n1. Hopscotch (chalk is cheap and its fun to see the CEO hop around on one foot)\n2. Volleyball (who needs a net? there is another use for baling twine) - indoors over cubicles works, too.\n3. Karaoke (without alcohol is just entertaining)\n4. An impromptu talent show (remember 7th grade?)\n5. Pinball - the good old fashioned noisy pinball machine in the break room (and of course you MUST keep score!)\n\nHow do you play at work?\n\nThanks for the terrific post!\n\nChristina Haxton, MA LMFT\nLeadership Speaker, Author &amp; Consultant\nSustainable Leadership, Inc.\nlog - http://sustainable-leaders.com/news-ideas/', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10003, 6910, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-08-21 07:56:47', '2012-08-21 12:56:47', 'Thanks, Mike!  Shares vision and purpose, I believe, are at the heart of purpose and connectedness  at work!!  It\'s an important first step!!  Thanks for the encouragement.', 0, '1', '', '', 10000, 256),
(10004, 6910, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-08-21 07:57:49', '2012-08-21 12:57:49', 'Christina, I LOVE the idea of play at work!!  Not only is it fun, but it also helps to breed creativity and innovation, not to mention camaraderie!!  Great addition!', 0, '1', '', '', 10002, 256),
(10005, 6910, 'Kenneth Baucum', 'kenneth@kennethbaucum.com', '', '64.207.236.118', '2012-08-21 08:04:08', '2012-08-21 13:04:08', 'Thank you for this article.  It is both encouraging and inspiring.  I enjoyed reading it and look forward to reading more.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10006, 6910, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-08-21 13:27:23', '2012-08-21 18:27:23', 'Thanks so much, Kenneth!  I appreciate your kind words!', 0, '1', '', '', 10005, 256),
(10007, 6910, 'Erin Schreyer', 'eschreyer@sagestone-partners.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/eschreyer/', '99.47.230.228', '2012-08-21 13:27:57', '2012-08-21 18:27:57', 'Thanks, John! I\'m grateful for your encouragement!', 0, '1', '', '', 10001, 256),
(10008, 6910, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-08-22 11:53:35', '2012-08-22 16:53:35', 'Insightful and timely post. Milestones celebrations is on point, particularly it\'s so easy to get busy and let little but significant achievements get lost along the way.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(10009, 6910, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-08-22 21:15:02', '2012-08-23 02:15:02', 'A great reminder on how to rise above the \"noise\" and lead meaningfully and with character! Keeping purpose front-and-center is vital to do as well as serving. Two real ways to keep centered and focused on what really matters in the workplace and in life.\n\nThanks, Erin!\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10010, 7047, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-08-17 08:41:16', '2012-08-17 13:41:16', 'I learned that I really appreciate the athletes that are humble and gracious in victory.  Even when they have shown themselves to be the best, they are able to show us what a gift winning can be.  I loved this about Missy Franklin in particular.  Joy tempered with humility, something to aspire to achieve.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10011, 7047, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '71.224.4.26', '2012-08-17 19:46:31', '2012-08-18 00:46:31', 'Another great example with Missy Franklin.  Beautiful wording too, \"joy tempered with humility.\"  Indeed something to aspire to.  Thanks Deb!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10012, 7051, 'You the Champion: 7 Ways to Maximize Your Olympic Gifits | marysmatters', '', 'http://marysmatters.wordpress.com/2012/08/10/you-the-champion-7-ways-to-maximize-your-olympic-gifits/', '72.233.44.22', '2012-08-10 06:36:20', '2012-08-10 11:36:20', '[...] http://leadchangegroup.com/you-the-champion-7-ways-to-maximize-your-olympic-gifts/ Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:LikeBe the first to like this. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10013, 7057, 'Leadership Play Dough &ndash; Top 10 Ingredients | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2374993441/leadership-play-dough-top-10-ingredients', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-13 03:03:10', '2012-08-13 08:03:10', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipExpectations of our leaders are increasing.&nbsp; &nbsp;Ethical and value-centered leadership seems to be the emerging priority across the globe.&nbsp; The world needs leaders who can pull it from the current state of chaos with clear...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10014, 7057, 'Leadership Play Dough &ndash; Top 10 Ingredients | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2395309349/leadership-play-dough-top-10-ingredients', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-13 07:10:26', '2012-08-13 12:10:26', '[...] Expectations of our leaders are increasing. Ethical and value-centered leadership seems to be the emerging priority across the globe. The world needs leaders who can pull it from the current state of chaos with clear vision, great emotional intelligence, and thinking skills. For me, together with unity-conscious beliefs, therein lies the skills of congruent leadership.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10015, 7057, 'Leadership Play Dough &ndash; Top 10 Ingredients | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2403400806/leadership-play-dough-top-10-ingredients', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-14 03:04:20', '2012-08-14 08:04:20', '[...] Expectations of our leaders are increasing. Ethical and value-centered leadership seems to be the emerging priority across the globe. The world needs leaders who can pull it from the current state of chaos with clear vision, great emotional intelligence, and thinking skills. For me, together with unity-conscious beliefs, therein lies the skills of congruent leadership.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10016, 7066, 'Amy', 'Abalog@connextionpoint.com', 'http://Www.connextionpoint.com', '24.98.100.192', '2012-08-11 20:01:29', '2012-08-12 01:01:29', 'Congratulations! Can\'t wait to read it', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10017, 7066, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '76.235.197.254', '2012-08-12 11:51:54', '2012-08-12 16:51:54', 'Thanks, Amy!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10018, 7066, 'Brad Westenhover', 'bwestenhover@gmail.com', 'http://www.cncminimills.com', '68.11.156.153', '2012-08-12 13:09:06', '2012-08-12 18:09:06', 'Ordered my copy yesterday! Should have it Tuesday, to read for my next trip on the road!\nI anticipate a great job by all 21 !', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10019, 7066, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-12 14:25:11', '2012-08-12 19:25:11', 'Thanks so much Brad.  Can\'t wait to hear what you think!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10018, 243),
(10020, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2395141697/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-13 06:43:34', '2012-08-13 11:43:34', '[...] If there is one difference maker in organizations, it may be the leaders&rsquo; ability to create unity and loyalty.&nbsp;Unity and loyalty often make the difference between mediocrity and greatness. When I see an organization that lacks personal accountability and has a toxic culture of finger pointing and blame, it is usually the result of a lack of unity and loyalty. &nbsp; Great leaders have the ability to create an organizational culture that minimizes politics, confusion and turnover. The great organizations have a cult like following, not only internally but externally. Think Apple, Zappos and Southwest Airlines. &nbsp; Here are 11 things great leaders do to create oneness and richness. Not everyone will be loyal, but it&rsquo;s worth the risk.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10021, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | 21st Century Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-leadership/p/2395502354/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-13 07:28:49', '2012-08-13 12:28:49', '[...] If there is one difference maker in organizations, it may be the leaders&rsquo; ability to create unity and loyalty.&nbsp;Unity and loyalty often make the difference between mediocrity and greatness. When I see an organization that lacks personal accountability and has a toxic culture of finger pointing and blame, it is usually the result of a lack of unity and loyalty. &nbsp; Great leaders have the ability to create an organizational culture that minimizes politics, confusion and turnover. The great organizations have a cult like following, not only internally but externally. Think Apple, Zappos and Southwest Airlines. &nbsp; Here are 11 things great leaders do to create oneness and richness. Not everyone will be loyal, but it&rsquo;s worth the risk.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10022, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | Leadership Think Tank | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-think-tank/p/2396251002/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-13 09:14:16', '2012-08-13 14:14:16', '[...] If there is one difference maker in organizations, it may be the leaders&rsquo; ability to create unity and loyalty.&nbsp;Unity and loyalty often make the difference between mediocrity and greatness. When I see an organization that lacks personal accountability and has a toxic culture of finger pointing and blame, it is usually the result of a lack of unity and loyalty. &nbsp; Great leaders have the ability to create an organizational culture that minimizes politics, confusion and turnover. The great organizations have a cult like following, not only internally but externally. Think Apple, Zappos and Southwest Airlines. &nbsp; Here are 11 things great leaders do to create oneness and richness. Not everyone will be loyal, but it&rsquo;s worth the risk.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10023, 7082, 'Chris Efessiou', 'Chris@ChrisEfessiou.com', 'http://www.ChrisEfessiou.com', '216.156.123.214', '2012-08-13 13:38:55', '2012-08-13 18:38:55', 'This is about as concise a list as I have seen in recent memory. i am particularly fond of #1 \"Instill a strong belief in family and unity.\"  As an Entrepreneur, Marketing Strategist, Negotiations Architect, Speaker, and Author of CDO Chief Daddy Officer®- The Business of Fatherhood (http://amzn.to/CDOall), I understands first hand that the dynamics of success are the same whether you are addressing a group at work, or tucking your child into bed at night. My book takes every one of the 11 Steps you have outlined and applies them to business and personal relationships, and parenting in particular.  I\'d be happy to discuss further if interested.  Kudos for your good work', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10024, 7082, 'John Bossong', 'Bossong.John@gmail.com', '', '174.252.153.109', '2012-08-13 16:41:19', '2012-08-13 21:41:19', 'Mr. Efessiou,\n\nThanks for your comments.  I appreciate your thoughts and insights.  I\'ll have to check out your book, I have 3 daughters and need all the help I can get.  You can contact me via email if you would like to discuss further.\n\nThanks again,\nJohn Bossong', 0, '1', '', '', 10023, 0),
(10025, 7082, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-13 20:38:22', '2012-08-14 01:38:22', 'John, thanks for the great post.  This is a challenging list. I especially liked the last one, The only way to maintain balance as a servant leader is to serve the mission or purpose of the organization.  Develop your people and serve the mission and the organization will grow and the people will flourish.  Thanks for the great reminder.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(10026, 7082, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.John@gmail.com', 'http://www.johnbossong.com/', '98.87.158.214', '2012-08-13 21:16:39', '2012-08-14 02:16:39', 'Thank you Mike for the comments, I appreciate the opportunity to work with the LeadChange group.', 0, '1', '', '', 10025, 314),
(10027, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | New Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/new-leadership/p/2402829368/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-14 01:50:39', '2012-08-14 06:50:39', '[...] If there is one difference maker in organizations, it may be the leaders&rsquo; ability to create unity and loyalty.&nbsp;Unity and loyalty often make the difference between mediocrity and greatness. When I see an organization that lacks personal accountability and has a toxic culture of finger pointing and blame, it is usually the result of a lack of unity and loyalty. &nbsp; Great leaders have the ability to create an organizational culture that minimizes politics, confusion and turnover. The great organizations have a cult like following, not only internally but externally. Think Apple, Zappos and Southwest Airlines. &nbsp; Here are 11 things great leaders do to create oneness and richness. Not everyone will be loyal, but it&rsquo;s worth the risk.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10028, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | Organisation Development | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/organisation-development/p/2403389973/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-14 03:01:06', '2012-08-14 08:01:06', '[...] If there is one difference maker in organizations, it may be the leaders&rsquo; ability to create unity and loyalty.&nbsp;Unity and loyalty often make the difference between mediocrity and greatness. When I see an organization that lacks personal accountability and has a toxic culture of finger pointing and blame, it is usually the result of a lack of unity and loyalty. &nbsp; Great leaders have the ability to create an organizational culture that minimizes politics, confusion and turnover. The great organizations have a cult like following, not only internally but externally. Think Apple, Zappos and Southwest Airlines. &nbsp; Here are 11 things great leaders do to create oneness and richness. Not everyone will be loyal, but it&rsquo;s worth the risk.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10029, 7082, '11 Steps to Create Unity and Loyalty | Organizational Teamwork and Collaboration | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/organizational-teamwork-and-collaboration/p/2406836033/11-steps-to-create-unity-and-loyalty', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-14 10:21:58', '2012-08-14 15:21:58', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10030, 7082, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-08-14 12:51:40', '2012-08-14 17:51:40', 'John,\n\nI appreciate your post.\n\nYou make an important point in noting that (dis?)agreements cannot go unresolved. Nothing drives a wedge in unity and loyalty faster than a culture where nothing of substance can be productively discussed.\n\nThanks!\n\nDavid M. Dye', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 307),
(10031, 7082, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', '', '174.141.125.146', '2012-08-14 14:10:54', '2012-08-14 19:10:54', 'David,\n\nI agree with your comment.   If it goes unresolved it typically results in bitterness and anger.    Both of which are not good.   Address the issues immediately and move on.   Thanks for commenting.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10030, 0),
(10032, 7082, 'TS Bray', 'tbray@kis.or.kr', 'http://tsbray.posterous.com', '59.18.163.46', '2012-08-18 02:21:13', '2012-08-18 07:21:13', 'John,\n\nYou post lists very key elements to building unity and loyalty within organizations. I only wish more leaders followed these guidelines. All too often in the world of education, we see leaders who cause disunity and disloyalty with their actions. This should be required weekly reading for Educational Leadership programs.\nCheers and thanks for sharing,\nTS', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10033, 7082, 'John Bossong', 'Bossong.John@gmail.com', 'http://Johnbossong.com', '174.252.149.143', '2012-08-18 08:40:43', '2012-08-18 13:40:43', 'TS,\nThank you for your comments.  These are all Level 5 qualities / characteristics and universal really.  So, your right, they would help Educational Leadership programs.\n\nBest of luck finishing your MSE up at Arkansas Sate.  Thanks again for the note.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10032, 0),
(10034, 7085, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-08-16 21:17:28', '2012-08-17 02:17:28', 'Great thoughts behind this post, Mike. A few other ways to lift someone up is 1) Share a laugh with someone, lighten things up now and then, 2) Go for a walk with a friend.... understand their life story.\n\nThe simple efforts make big differences - important message to embrace and live.\n\nThanks for the reminder.\n\nJon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10035, 7085, 'John Bossong', 'Bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://Johnbossong.com', '174.237.32.32', '2012-08-16 22:55:21', '2012-08-17 03:55:21', 'Great message Mike.  Very encouraging.  Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10036, 7085, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-08-17 08:33:32', '2012-08-17 13:33:32', 'I love this line, Mike...  Be a thermostat, not a thermometer!  I can\'t wait to use it...  consider it stolen!  With citation of course!   :)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10037, 7085, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-19 08:53:24', '2012-08-19 13:53:24', 'Jon, thanks for the additions. There is no shortage of ideas. We just have to decide to stop being the victim or the thermometer.  What I love about this group is that many of our readers, like yourself, choose to be thermostats.\n\nThanks, Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10034, 243),
(10038, 7085, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-19 08:54:25', '2012-08-19 13:54:25', 'No problem Deb. I don\'t remember where I got the idea.  A quick Google found several references.  Regardless, thanks for being one of the thermostats!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10036, 243),
(10039, 7096, 'Ray Wheeler, DMin', 'ray@leadership-praxis.com', 'http://www.leadership-praxis.com', '64.60.89.98', '2012-08-15 18:09:01', '2012-08-15 23:09:01', 'Thanks for the review Bill, I will get the book - that kind of outcome is exactly what I work toward and encourage.  I look forward to new insights.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10040, 7096, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '208.65.20.149', '2012-08-15 19:57:58', '2012-08-16 00:57:58', 'Ray, thanks for your comment and glad to hear I was able to bring it to your attention. I think you will really enjoy the book given your interest in achieving the same outcomes. Look forward to hearing what you think of the book.\n\nBest,\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 10039, 0),
(10041, 7096, 'A Key Perspective for Improving Performance: Creating Leadership at Every Level | Fox High Perspective', '', 'http://www.foxhighperspective.com/blog/?p=580', '72.32.198.216', '2012-08-16 09:22:50', '2012-08-16 14:22:50', '[...] Level August 15, 2012 By Bill Fox Leave a Comment   This post was originally posted at the the Lead Change Group blog. I&#8217;ve updated it here to focus on the notion of creating leaders at every level.  Los [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10042, 7096, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '216.40.68.6', '2012-08-24 18:30:02', '2012-08-24 23:30:02', 'My interview with David Marquet is now available at 5 Minutes to Process Improvement Success. In the interview, David said his best improvement strategy was, \"We had a very basic rubric, which was to ask the following question when something went wrong, what was the process, and who was the owner?” Check it out here: http://5minutespisuccess.com/?p=750\n\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10043, 7104, 'Lessons in Leadership Straight from the Horse&rsquo;s Mouth | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2414191176/lessons-in-leadership-straight-from-the-horse-s-mouth', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-15 18:53:52', '2012-08-15 23:53:52', '[...] Posted in Leadership Development&ldquo;When we study what followers follow, we will know what makes great leaders great &hellip;&rdquo; ~ Paul Hunting I have been at a horse show all week-long (and still am as I write this post) so my result my &ldquo;leadership brain&rdquo; has...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10044, 7104, 'Lessons in Leadership Straight from the Horse&rsquo;s Mouth | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2422827227/lessons-in-leadership-straight-from-the-horse-s-mouth', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-16 05:46:29', '2012-08-16 10:46:29', '[...] I have been at a horse show all week-long (and still am as I write this post) so my result my &ldquo;leadership brain&rdquo; has not been engaged, so when I realized I had to write a post, I&rsquo;ll have to admit I wasn&rsquo;t sure what I was going to write about. Then it hit me&hellip; the leadership lessons are happening right before my eyes! &nbsp; I have been watching people handle, ride ,and compete with animals who: Weigh in at half a ton or more Don&rsquo;t speak our language Have prey-animal instincts that tell them to run a half a mile before they stop and look at what they think was going to eat them This speaks volumes of lessons in leadership: building trust, peacefully resolving conflict and respectfully choosing your battles.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10045, 7104, 'Lessons in Leadership Straight from the Horse’s Mouth | Career Coaching Catalyst', '', 'http://www.careercoachingcatalyst.com/2012/08/lessons-in-leadership-straight-from-the-horses-mouth/', '50.56.176.6', '2012-08-29 12:15:21', '2012-08-29 17:15:21', '[...] Lessons in Leadership Straight from the Horse’s Mouth [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10046, 7117, 'letsgrowleaders', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-17 06:26:46', '2012-08-17 11:26:46', 'Good points.  Even low levels of toxicity (a leader displaying one or two of these characteristics can be very unhealthy to both the organization and to the leader him/herself.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10047, 7117, 'Kristina Lacida', 'kristinalacida@yahoo.com', '', '49.145.63.66', '2012-08-17 07:47:37', '2012-08-17 12:47:37', 'I agree! Thank you for reading. For more articles, you can visit my site. http://www.youreffectiveleadership.com/', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 317),
(10048, 7117, 'Five Blogs – 19 Augustus 2012 &laquo; 5blogs', '', 'http://5blogs.wordpress.com/2012/08/19/five-blogs-19-augustus-2012/', '216.151.210.16', '2012-08-19 09:17:28', '2012-08-19 14:17:28', '[...] Toxic Leadership Written by: Kristina Lacida [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10049, 7117, 'cog', 'cogitate@pobox.com', '', '97.66.84.74', '2012-09-03 00:37:40', '2012-09-03 05:37:40', 'Enjoyed the article but it\'s a but like the\"bad guy\"in action movies-- he/she\'s  is SO bad you can\'t wait for the good guys to clobber them   rarely in real life is someone quite that Dr. Evil-like.\n\nDave Logan\'s book, Tribal Leadership talks about a Stsge 3 organization ever knowledge hoarding is rampant.   I think that and the early stage 4 is what you\'ve captured here', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0);
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(10050, 7117, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-09-03 08:38:45', '2012-09-03 13:38:45', 'I agree about the toxic leader being from the Stage 3 tribe.  It\'s that mentality that persists in a lot of toxic boss relationships.  Seldom do leaders from Stage 1 or 2 tribes get ahead in organizations that have stage 4 or stage 5 people in them.  Great parallel to Tribal Leadership. Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 10049, 243),
(10051, 7117, 'kristina', 'kristinalacida@yahoo.com', '', '49.145.49.126', '2012-09-03 19:37:04', '2012-09-04 00:37:04', 'I\'m glad that you enjoyed my article. Thank you so much.', 0, '1', '', '', 10049, 0),
(10052, 7117, 'Adam', 'aamayo@yahoo.com', 'http://LEADCHANGEGROUP', '139.161.115.244', '2014-12-18 10:14:31', '2014-12-18 15:14:31', 'Great article, I like it because, the behavior can be addressed at the beginning stages of a Toxic Leader/Person.  The Prevention stages is where, you can be more effective and have drastic changes in a person or persons.  That is the ability to know ones self, and share with the individual or individuals their attitudes, behaviors, and beliefs and how they can impact the mission of the organization. Thanks', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10053, 7117, 'joeking', 'joeking70@gmail.com', '', '115.164.61.190', '2016-03-14 23:07:19', '2016-03-15 03:07:19', 'How to deal with this type of person?', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(10054, 7117, 'The Military Has A Toxic Leadership Problem | DFNS.net Veterans', '', 'https://veterans.dfns.net/2017/08/23/the-military-has-a-toxic-leadership-problem/', '163.172.69.244', '2017-08-23 09:43:04', '2017-08-23 13:43:04', '[&#8230;] ready rooms, and professional journals, it&#8217;s now entered the lexicon of pop psychology and management consultants. The military, to its credit, has devoted much time and energy to the study of leadership, probably [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10055, 7117, 'The U.S. Military&#039;s Most Dangerous Enemy (and It&#039;s Not Russia or China) - Central Mirror - Breaking News, World News &amp; Entertainment', '', 'http://centralmirror.com/the-u-s-militarys-most-dangerous-enemy-and-its-not-russia-or-china/', '119.18.52.253', '2017-08-23 17:14:03', '2017-08-23 21:14:03', '[&#8230;] ready rooms, and professional journals, it’s now entered the lexicon of pop psychology and management consultants. The military, to its credit, has devoted much time and energy to the study of leadership, probably [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10056, 7125, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-22 06:39:42', '2012-08-22 11:39:42', 'Claudio, thanks for the great post. One of my go-to\'s lines up with your #3: involving others. To me, the key to building a great team is to create a group of shared-owners.  I like to help people take ownership in the team\'s outcome.  So called \"leaders\" who can\'t delegate the ownership deflate me and generally also deflate their team.\n\nThanks again for the post!  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(10057, 7125, 'Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2474232325/five-go-to-s-for-discovering-your-inner-leadership-self', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-22 06:45:16', '2012-08-22 11:45:16', '[...] In the forward to Bill George&rsquo;s book&nbsp;True North,&nbsp;David Gergen&nbsp;shares, &ldquo;what ultimately distinguishes the great leaders from the mediocre are the personal, inner qualities &ndash; qualities that are hard to define but are essential for success, qualities that each of us must develop for ourselves.&rdquo; &nbsp; How can leaders develop these inner qualities that are essential to great leadership?&nbsp;There is not a clear-cut recipe, path, or leadership development program that will guarantee results to develop these qualities. However, much of the current leadership research and trends propose that the path begins with an examination of yourself and your inner qualities. Great leaders need to know themselves first before they can effectively lead others. Common character themes and traits stand out among great leaders and words such as&nbsp;authenticity, integrity&nbsp;and&nbsp;trustworthiness&nbsp;describe their character traits. &nbsp; After much reading and reflection I have been inspired to examine myself, and have attempted to discover the inner qualities that help to define my own leadership development and to apply what I have learned.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10058, 7125, 'Claudio Morelli', 'dclaudio.morelli@gmail.com', '', '70.68.154.244', '2012-08-22 09:04:07', '2012-08-22 14:04:07', 'Thank you for the comment Mike. Involving others is such a key to building team. It generates commitment and what I have found is their own leadership grows and develops. You then see this in action when you observe your team members model shared ownership with their own teams they lead.\n\nThanks again for the opportunitiy to contribute! Claudio', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 308),
(10059, 7125, 'Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self | Leading Lite | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-lite/p/2481951977/five-go-to-s-for-discovering-your-inner-leadership-self', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-23 03:49:55', '2012-08-23 08:49:55', '[...] In the forward to Bill George&rsquo;s book&nbsp;True North,&nbsp;David Gergen&nbsp;shares, &ldquo;what ultimately distinguishes the great leaders from the mediocre are the personal, inner qualities &ndash; qualities that are hard to define but are essential for success, qualities that each of us must develop for ourselves.&rdquo; &nbsp; How can leaders develop these inner qualities that are essential to great leadership?&nbsp;There is not a clear-cut recipe, path, or leadership development program that will guarantee results to develop these qualities. However, much of the current leadership research and trends propose that the path begins with an examination of yourself and your inner qualities. Great leaders need to know themselves first before they can effectively lead others. Common character themes and traits stand out among great leaders and words such as&nbsp;authenticity, integrity&nbsp;and&nbsp;trustworthiness&nbsp;describe their character traits. &nbsp; After much reading and reflection I have been inspired to examine myself, and have attempted to discover the inner qualities that help to define my own leadership development and to apply what I have learned.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10060, 7125, 'Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self | Business change | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/business-change/p/2482983113/five-go-to-s-for-discovering-your-inner-leadership-self', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-23 06:34:42', '2012-08-23 11:34:42', '[...] In the forward to Bill George&rsquo;s book&nbsp;True North,&nbsp;David Gergen&nbsp;shares, &ldquo;what ultimately distinguishes the great leaders from the mediocre are the personal, inner qualities &ndash; qualities that are hard to define but are essential for success, qualities that each of us must develop for ourselves.&rdquo; &nbsp; How can leaders develop these inner qualities that are essential to great leadership?&nbsp;There is not a clear-cut recipe, path, or leadership development program that will guarantee results to develop these qualities. However, much of the current leadership research and trends propose that the path begins with an examination of yourself and your inner qualities. Great leaders need to know themselves first before they can effectively lead others. Common character themes and traits stand out among great leaders and words such as&nbsp;authenticity, integrity&nbsp;and&nbsp;trustworthiness&nbsp;describe their character traits. &nbsp; After much reading and reflection I have been inspired to examine myself, and have attempted to discover the inner qualities that help to define my own leadership development and to apply what I have learned.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10061, 7125, 'Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self | 21st Century Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-leadership/p/2483226136/five-go-to-s-for-discovering-your-inner-leadership-self', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-23 07:14:24', '2012-08-23 12:14:24', '[...] In the forward to Bill George&rsquo;s book&nbsp;True North,&nbsp;David Gergen&nbsp;shares, &ldquo;what ultimately distinguishes the great leaders from the mediocre are the personal, inner qualities &ndash; qualities that are hard to define but are essential for success, qualities that each of us must develop for ourselves.&rdquo; &nbsp; How can leaders develop these inner qualities that are essential to great leadership?&nbsp;There is not a clear-cut recipe, path, or leadership development program that will guarantee results to develop these qualities. However, much of the current leadership research and trends propose that the path begins with an examination of yourself and your inner qualities. Great leaders need to know themselves first before they can effectively lead others. Common character themes and traits stand out among great leaders and words such as&nbsp;authenticity, integrity&nbsp;and&nbsp;trustworthiness&nbsp;describe their character traits. &nbsp; After much reading and reflection I have been inspired to examine myself, and have attempted to discover the inner qualities that help to define my own leadership development and to apply what I have learned.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10062, 7125, 'Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self | Leadership in Action | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-in-action/p/2491303274/five-go-to-s-for-discovering-your-inner-leadership-self', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-24 06:48:04', '2012-08-24 11:48:04', '[...] Five Go-To&rsquo;s For Discovering Your Inner Leadership Self http://t.co/DV9hCaHL via @mikehenrysr...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10063, 7125, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-24 06:51:27', '2012-08-24 11:51:27', 'Agreed.  I am big on involving others too.', 0, '1', '', '', 10056, 318),
(10064, 7125, 'Jennifer', 'office@realworld-living.co.uk', 'http://www.realworld-living.co.uk', '2.100.165.125', '2012-08-24 10:27:58', '2012-08-24 15:27:58', 'Hi There\nI\'ve just recently finished a book and a workshop you may find interesting. Have a look - it would be great to have a chat about it.\nwww.realworld-living.co.uk\nThanks\nJen', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10065, 7139, 'Lead Yourself First: The Freedom of Taking Responsibility | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2478093003/lead-yourself-first-the-freedom-of-taking-responsibility', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-22 21:47:59', '2012-08-23 02:47:59', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipValue Creationhttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/08/16/lead-yourself-first-the-freedom-of-taking-responsibility/Responsibility can be a tough bedfellow.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10066, 7139, 'Lead Yourself First: The Freedom of Taking Responsibility | People Discovery Weekly | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/people-discovery-weekly/p/2536910520/lead-yourself-first-the-freedom-of-taking-responsibility', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 09:03:47', '2012-08-29 14:03:47', '[...] Posted in Self LeadershipValue Creationhttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/08/16/lead-yourself-first-the-freedom-of-taking-responsibility/Responsibility can be a tough bedfellow.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10067, 7143, 'John', 'rosswave@cfl.rr.com', 'http://www.JerryDRoss.com', '184.91.200.84', '2012-08-20 07:14:55', '2012-08-20 12:14:55', 'John,\nThanks for your points on delegating. Good tips which can help any organization improve it\'s performance and morale. In particular point 3 caught my attention; Delegate the results, not the activities. By delegating the results, I see it giving more autonomy to those producing the results. It gives them more pride that they can help develop the process and the activities that will produce the results. This is a great motivator when you delegate.\nGreat points.\nJerry D Ross', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10068, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2456133166/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-20 09:34:32', '2012-08-20 14:34:32', '[...] &quot;6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results&quot; <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/johnbossong/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@johnbossong</a> #leadchange #leadership http://t.co/rU1n5GPR...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10069, 7143, 'John Bossong', 'Bossong.John@gmail.com', 'http://Johnbossong.com', '174.252.176.88', '2012-08-20 16:16:45', '2012-08-20 21:16:45', 'Jerry\n\nThanks for your comments.  Delegating the results rather than the activities certainly gives the associate ownership and develops trust.  They are part of the solution and help create and lead.\n\nThanks\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10067, 0),
(10070, 7143, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.30.172.63', '2012-08-20 17:47:30', '2012-08-20 22:47:30', 'Hi John, Great Post.  I\'ve always been an advocate of delegation and even at the risk of some negative views about it, delegated freely and widely as often as I could.  (without overloading anyone I hasten to add).  I always believed delegating involved people.  I have explained the benefits in the past to others but never as eloquently as you describe in your article.  Well said!\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10071, 7143, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '98.87.116.200', '2012-08-20 21:41:20', '2012-08-21 02:41:20', 'Christina,\n\nThanks you for your comments.  Glad to hear you are an advocate of delegating.   Keep up the good work and delegate whenever possible.\n\nThanks\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10070, 0),
(10072, 7143, 'Raquel Masco', 'quelloves3n1@yahoo.com', 'http://www.created4change.webs.com', '107.33.55.37', '2012-08-20 22:01:28', '2012-08-21 03:01:28', 'This article is so right on time for me;very relevant. Our non-profit is growing and I\'ve recently delegated a couple of projects. It was harder than I thought it would be. This advice in this article will definitey help for next time. Thank you!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10073, 7143, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '98.87.116.200', '2012-08-21 06:42:46', '2012-08-21 11:42:46', 'Raquel,\n\nI\'m glad the article was timely for you and relevant.  Good luck with your upcoming projects and best of luck with your non-profit.   I wish you a lot of success.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10072, 0),
(10074, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/2464977348/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-21 07:41:14', '2012-08-21 12:41:14', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10075, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | Success Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/success-leadership/p/2493579303/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-24 10:44:44', '2012-08-24 15:44:44', '[...] Why do people struggle with delegation? Not because they don&rsquo;t want to delegate, but because they are not taught how to delegate effectively.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10076, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | &quot;employee engagement enhancement&quot; | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/employee-engagement-enhancement/p/2520076087/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-27 14:52:27', '2012-08-27 19:52:27', '[...] Why do people struggle with delegation? Not because they don&rsquo;t want to delegate, but because they are not taught how to delegate effectively.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10077, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | The Way We Lead | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/the-way-we-lead/p/2520307500/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-27 15:15:58', '2012-08-27 20:15:58', '[...] by JOHN BOSSONG &nbsp; Delegation is powerful. It&rsquo;s a huge part of growing a business and creating trust. One person can only do so much effectively. To multiply and accomplish more, delegating effectively is vital.Why do people struggle with delegation? Not because they don&rsquo;t want to delegate, but because they are not taught how to delegate effectively. &nbsp; Many leaders delegate activities rather than results and then micromanage the process. This micromanagement creates a lack of trust....&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10078, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | If you lead them, they will follow! | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/if-you-lead-them-they-will-follow/p/2527163415/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 09:20:05', '2012-08-28 14:20:05', '[...] by JOHN BOSSONG &nbsp; Delegation is powerful. It&rsquo;s a huge part of growing a business and creating trust. One person can only do so much effectively. To multiply and accomplish more, delegating effectively is vital.Why do people struggle with delegation? Not because they don&rsquo;t want to delegate, but because they are not taught how to delegate effectively. &nbsp; Many leaders delegate activities rather than results and then micromanage the process. This micromanagement creates a lack of trust....&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10079, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results &laquo; learningservicesblog', '', 'http://learningservicesblog.wordpress.com/2012/08/28/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results/', '66.135.48.192', '2012-08-28 09:20:23', '2012-08-28 14:20:23', '[...] on leadchangegroup.com Rate this:Share this:MoreLike this:LikeBe the first to like [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10080, 7143, '6 Delegation Tips That Build Trust and Results | Daily Leadership 2 | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-development-1/p/2537848268/6-delegation-tips-that-build-trust-and-results', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 11:18:17', '2012-08-29 16:18:17', '[...] by JOHN BOSSONG &nbsp; Delegation is powerful. It&rsquo;s a huge part of growing a business and creating trust. One person can only do so much effectively. To multiply and accomplish more, delegating effectively is vital.Why do people struggle with delegation? Not because they don&rsquo;t want to delegate, but because they are not taught how to delegate effectively. &nbsp; Many leaders delegate activities rather than results and then micromanage the process. This micromanagement creates a lack of trust....&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10081, 6902, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://alewebsocial.com', '24.151.76.104', '2012-09-06 14:38:08', '2012-09-06 19:38:08', 'Alright, Deb. I\'ll step up to the plate, and start the conversation with you. You asked \"Does leadership matter? How? What is it we want from our leaders?\" My answer is: Yes, in a variety of ways, and level-headedness.\n\nTo expound on that... Yes, I believe that leadership matters. We\'re in a crisis in this country on many fronts, precisely because character-based leadership has been lacking, not just at the highest levels, but at many levels. From the \'60s onward, where the \"Me generation\" became more important than the community, family, and country-based perspectives that existed earlier, things have been falling apart.\n\nWhen individuals focus on the good of themselves more than the good of the community, children suffer. They become latch-key kids or spend more time being raised by adults outside the family, playing second-fiddle to professions and pursuits that tell them they are not as important, at a time when they are too young to understand the pressures and strains of adult life.\n\nAs those children grow, they live well the lessons they\'ve been taught. Pursuing what they want, at any and all costs, is fine. I could go on, but you get the idea.\n\nWhat I want from my leaders, whether in my community, business or country, is for there to be a balance in decision-making between my own needs and the needs of others; for thought to be given both to the present as well as the future. Our country has financial needs now, but we need to mitigate those needs based on the needs of the future. Making our grandchildren pay for the debt we incur today is not a wise course of action. As with any household, we need to live without our means as a community, as a business and as a country. Prioritize our spending, borrow prudently, and forego the rest.\n\nThat\'s what I need from my leader. I need to trust that when they make a decision, I\'ve been factored into it along with everyone else. I need level-headed decisions that show a consideration for all sides of the issue before a decision is made, which means ultimately that a decision has been worked toward that accounts for the strongest objections put forward from both sides. This is what consensus-building is all about.\n\nI also need a decision to be about one thing when topics are particularly controversial, not a slew of things where it\'s impossible for outsiders to pinpoint what was objected to without insider knowledge. When multiple things are lumped together, it\'s easy to misinterpret what a person is objecting to. And when topics are particularly controversial, taking smaller steps in consensus-building enables us to clearly articulate our reason for supporting or objecting to a matter. This ultimately makes it almost impossible for people to misinterpret our motives, and creates a more harmonious environment to make *real* progress in.\n\nThere will be times when a leader simply has to make a decision, and there will be those who are thrilled with it and those who object. But, if everyone has had the chance to be fairly heard, and an attempt has been made at coming to a consensus, then no one can really object if the leader has to be the final arbitrator. That\'s where level-headedness comes in again. Build a relationship with me. Show me that you understand my concerns and priorities, even if they\'re not your own. And do the same with others in the group. I may not like your choice, but I\'ll respect you for it.\n\n(Sorry this is so long! It\'s something I\'m passionate about...)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10082, 6902, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-06 15:24:48', '2012-09-06 20:24:48', 'Hi Tara,\n\nI can\'t say I\'m at all surprised at your passion.  In all the hours that we have spent talking about leadership, I don\'t think we ever really addressed this question, so I am happy to hear your thoughts.  I find it interesting that we agree on so many things in our conversations, but I would not have written what you have.\n\nI see a lot of leadership buzz words here that you value, balance, trust, consensus building, and although you didn\'t use this word, transparency.  As I think about leadership in these contexts, I realize you are asking for a lot.  I am a leader on a small scale, and I struggle with these issues.  I cannot imagine how much more difficult it is for the CEO of a large company to do the same.  How do you foster trust with a hundred people, a thousand, millions?  How can I make you believe that I care about your needs, that I factored them in, especially when in the end I decided that your needs were not as important as others?\n\nWhat is so interesting is the words you didn\'t mention.  Perhaps you value vision less or even not at all.  Where does passion fit into this equation, or intellect?  Must a leader be inspiring?\n\nIn the end perhaps what we value in leadership is related to what we see lacking in the leadership in our lives.  Or even more interestingly, what if we want leadership traits that we ourselves either possess or actually lack, depending on how we perceive our own role?\n\nI would love to see what others value in leadership, the important qualities that make for great leadership from other perspectives.  Thank you for your thoughts today.', 0, '1', '', '', 10081, 258),
(10083, 6902, 'Tara R. Alemany', 'alewebsocial@gmail.com', 'http://alewebsocial.com', '24.151.76.104', '2012-09-06 15:33:00', '2012-09-06 20:33:00', 'Lol, Deb! You know me... I never go for the obvious answers. :-) Vision, passion, etc. are definitely all factors. But one can have vision and the passion to pursue it, but only sweep others along in their wake without ever having created passionate followers. There\'s a transference that needs to take place, like when Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke, so that even if the leader is gone, the vision and passion lives on. To me, that comes from community-building; showing that one values others, even if they don\'t agree.\n\nBut, yes, I\'m interested in what others have to say as well.', 0, '1', '', '', 10082, 0),
(10084, 7098, 'letsgrowleaders', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-24 06:26:39', '2012-08-24 11:26:39', 'I love your analogy of the mountain... and the progress being made.  My husband and I just hiked our first 14er and he kept making me do that too... it works!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10085, 7098, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-08-24 09:43:19', '2012-08-24 14:43:19', 'Congrats on your first 14er!\n\nThere are so many leadership metaphors on the top of those peaks...\n\nBe encouraged,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10084, 307),
(10086, 7098, 'Rachel Miller', 'rmiler@impactlearning.com', 'http://www.impactlearning.com/', '72.29.165.83', '2012-08-24 17:18:20', '2012-08-24 22:18:20', 'My favorite sentence from this post:\n\nYou can say it kindly, you can maintain your respect for the other person, and you can reinforce their dignity. All these are desirable.\n\nBeing able to effectively praise and reprimand are two great strengths every leader must master and two skills every employee will appreciate.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10087, 7098, 'Olivia Davis', 'olivia_davis@optusnet.com.au', 'https://twitter.com/Olivia_reflects', '110.32.137.248', '2012-08-25 07:12:00', '2012-08-25 12:12:00', 'Thank you David, I got so much out of this post. I have been shying away from having some tough conversations with my team because I am new and I don\'t want to alienate them. But the penny dropped as I read your piece: when I tell them the truth in a compassionate way, I am caring about their development - which is much more helpful then pretending everything is lovely and fine. I will face next week with renewed resolve.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10088, 7098, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-08-25 13:46:20', '2012-08-25 18:46:20', 'Rachel,\n\nThanks for emphasizing quality praise as well - we all need meaningful encouragement!\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10086, 307),
(10089, 7098, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-08-25 13:48:08', '2012-08-25 18:48:08', 'Olivia,\n\nI\'m glad this was helpful to you.\n\nIt may not be comfortable, but we do no one any favors by shielding them from the natural consequences of poor behavior.\n\nGood luck with your coming week!\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10087, 307),
(10090, 7098, 'Happy New Year - Leadership Speaker David Dye', '', 'http://trailblazeinc.com/2012/12/happy-new-year/', '192.185.4.123', '2016-01-16 11:08:18', '2016-01-16 16:08:18', '[&#8230;] Do These 3 Common Sense Mistakes Limit Your Leadership? [&#8230;]', 0, '0', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10091, 7109, 'Dr. Ada', 'ada@logosnoesis.com', 'http://www.logosnoesis.com', '71.204.217.236', '2012-08-28 10:18:46', '2012-08-28 15:18:46', 'I agree with you that alliances are key for leaders. As I said in my last blog post, which coincidentally was also on relationship building, \"Relationship building is one of the most important leadership activity you can engage on. Your influence goes only as far as the quality of your relationships.\" (http://logosnoesis.com/Carnegie-relationship-building)\n\nIn my work with organizations the weakest link many times is alliances between departments, with peers that many times you need to interact with. For some reason, it seems easier for leaders to think on developing relationships with their direct reports and their boss. Yet, they tend to forget that many times their success at work depends on the cooperation of their peers.\n\nThanks for a great post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10092, 7109, 'Jason Biggers', 'jason@jasonbiggers.com', 'http://www.jasonbiggers.com', '99.108.35.86', '2012-08-28 23:52:14', '2012-08-29 04:52:14', 'Dr. Ada,\n\nYou have a great post as well and thank you for comment. It has always been interesting to me that the people we are most transparent with, our peers, are often the last we build relationships with to create effective teams. You honed in the key attribute of being genuine to create the foundation for building lasting cooperative relationships as a leader.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 315),
(10093, 7109, 'The Importance of Alliances as a Leader | Organizational Development | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/organizational-development/p/2536853707/the-importance-of-alliances-as-a-leader', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 08:49:36', '2012-08-29 13:49:36', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10094, 7109, 'The Importance of Alliances as a Leader | TheNexxussReport | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/thenexxussreport/p/2537990813/the-importance-of-alliances-as-a-leader', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 11:29:05', '2012-08-29 16:29:05', '[...] Alliances are a key part of what a leader does. They are critical whether you are an employee, business owner, consultant, or volunteer. Alliances provide a network of trusted sources. Skilled leaders build diverse teams for success and do not work in a vacuum. In my blog post, Keys to Successful Leadership, I briefly touch on the importance of alliances. I want to expand on my thoughts and define how I build key alliances. Any person can follow this process no matter what their job in a company or group.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10095, 7109, 'The Importance of Alliances as a Leader | Spark The Action | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/sparking-leadership/p/2538218753/the-importance-of-alliances-as-a-leader', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 11:57:53', '2012-08-29 16:57:53', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10096, 7109, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-31 14:30:07', '2012-08-31 19:30:07', 'I agree completely about the idea of growing a strong base, and not over relying on a few.  That will also give you varied and differing perspectives as well as support.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10097, 7109, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '70.123.205.217', '2012-09-02 16:34:50', '2012-09-02 21:34:50', 'Good post. I\'ve also heard an Alliance referred to as a \"Personal Board of Directors\" as it relates to your personal effectiveness.  This is a group of close trusted advisors who are transparent and give it to you straight.  No hidden agendas.  No fear of reprisal.  They help you see your blind spots, offer different perspectives, and listen when you need a sounding board.  Sometimes this is a coach or mentor, or it can be a former colleague, or even a professional contact with whom you\'ve never directly worked.  These personal alliances can prove to be very useful in ensuring you are successful in forming and managing your business alliances.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10098, 7109, 'Jason Biggers', 'jason@jasonbiggers.com', 'http://www.jasonbiggers.com', '99.108.35.86', '2012-09-03 11:37:30', '2012-09-03 16:37:30', 'A strong foundation and diverse perspectives build the strongest teams. If we only look to those we report to as our barometer for success then the leadership we can offer is minimized. A broad base of support allows for much greater success and personal leadership.', 0, '1', '', '', 10096, 315),
(10099, 7109, 'Jason Biggers', 'jason@jasonbiggers.com', 'http://www.jasonbiggers.com', '99.108.35.86', '2012-09-03 12:01:27', '2012-09-03 17:01:27', 'Thanks, Alan. The distinction I make is really about unifying people across diverse teams to create success. A Personal Board of Directors is certainly a powerful tool to have in your arsenal. The difference is that a Personal Board of Directors is meant to be a core group of trusted people who meet on a regular basis for mutual honest feedback and success. Creating alliances that work within organizations is about creating synergy between teams at a broader level. One similar key element is the identification of those stakeholders that may hold the same traits as a member of your Personal Board of Directors.', 0, '1', '', '', 10097, 315),
(10100, 7121, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 16:10:59', '2012-08-27 21:10:59', 'Working on teams that \"get it\" and are moving together toward one unified purpose is fantastic! That\'s what makes me skip to work.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10101, 7121, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '76.84.231.51', '2012-08-27 17:12:17', '2012-08-27 22:12:17', 'Thanks for the comment, Karin. I agree. When I worked on teams that were committed to collaboration, it made all the difference in the world in the organizational culture we operated under.\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 10100, 266),
(10102, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Business Psychology | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/business-psychology/p/2521366774/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 05:03:57', '2012-08-28 10:03:57', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Check out &quot;Building on Common Purpose&quot; by @fiestycoach on #leadchange http://t.co/vyotXJih #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10103, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2525474188/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 05:07:11', '2012-08-28 10:07:11', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Check out &quot;Building on Common Purpose&quot; by @fiestycoach on #leadchange http://t.co/vyotXJih #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10104, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Leadership with a splash of empathy | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-with-a-splash-of-empathy/p/2526128567/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 06:53:49', '2012-08-28 11:53:49', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Check out &quot;Building on Common Purpose&quot; by @fiestycoach on #leadchange http://t.co/vyotXJih #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10105, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2526717758/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 08:27:40', '2012-08-28 13:27:40', '[...] What is common purpose? I think it is fairly simple. It is when the leader takes an active role in the group that they lead. &nbsp; Have you experienced organizations that develop a Vision Statement, a Mission Statement, and a Purpose Statement and spend enormous amounts of money to send the message throughout the organization, but the teams and individuals within that organization never commit to them? &nbsp; On the flip side, have you experienced the joy and excitement of a working within a team that gets it, and moves together as if one? &nbsp; The obvious next question is: On which team would you rather be a member, and how do you get there?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10106, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Dans List | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/dans-list/p/2528356134/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 12:36:32', '2012-08-28 17:36:32', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Check out &quot;Building on Common Purpose&quot; by @fiestycoach on #leadchange http://t.co/vyotXJih #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10107, 7121, 'Building on Common Purpose for More Powerful and Effective Leadership - Women on Business', '', 'http://www.womenonbusiness.com/building-on-common-purpose-for-more-powerful-and-effective-leadership/', '208.86.251.163', '2012-08-28 21:03:33', '2012-08-29 02:03:33', '[...] Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10108, 7121, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh@gmail.com', '174.253.81.0', '2012-08-29 00:45:01', '2012-08-29 05:45:01', 'Great post. Common purpose creates uncommon results among people working together. Inspires is a great aspiration as I prepare for a day withy team tomorrow!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10109, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose |', '', 'http://christinapd.wordpress.com/2012/08/29/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose/', '66.135.48.190', '2012-08-29 04:47:28', '2012-08-29 09:47:28', '[...] on leadchangegroup.com Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedInPinterestRedditStumbleUponTumblrEmailPrintLike this:LikeBe the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10110, 7121, 'Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2535429898/leadership-perspective-building-on-common-purpose', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 05:18:08', '2012-08-29 10:18:08', '[...] RT @leadchangegroup: Check out &quot;Building on Common Purpose&quot; by @fiestycoach on #leadchange http://t.co/vyotXJih #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10111, 7121, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '76.84.231.51', '2012-08-29 07:09:35', '2012-08-29 12:09:35', 'I can\'t wait to hear how you inspired your team toward common purpose.... What results did you see today? Thank you for your comment. I now know I fulfilled my purpose today...\n\nWarmly, Georgia', 0, '1', '', '', 10108, 266),
(10112, 7146, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-08-23 10:06:13', '2012-08-23 15:06:13', 'Are you saying I have bad hair and horrible clothing?  I like that shirt.\n\nThanks for the great post.  I hope you don\'t mind if I forget to share it.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(10113, 7146, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-08-25 10:31:16', '2012-08-25 15:31:16', 'Lyrics to one song that changed me, that\'s a hard one.  Probably When You Are A Soldier by Stephen Curtis Chapman or You Are God Alone by Phillips, Craig and Dean.  Or You Never Even Called Me By My Name written by Steve Goodman and John Prine and performed by David Allan Coe. :-)\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 243),
(10114, 7146, 'Who&rsquo;s Writing Your Song? | PBL Resources and Articles | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/pbl-resources-and-articles/p/2511257862/who-s-writing-your-song', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-26 15:01:56', '2012-08-26 20:01:56', '[...] great idea for a project&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10115, 7153, '3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2539011525/3-steps-that-will-help-you-make-great-decisions', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 15:21:15', '2012-08-29 20:21:15', '[...] Posted in Leadership CoachingLeaders make decisions. It&rsquo;s what they do. It may be the most important thing they do.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10116, 7153, '3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2539804085/3-steps-that-will-help-you-make-great-decisions', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 15:37:59', '2012-08-29 20:37:59', '[...] The great organisations have leaders and teams that decide, execute, decide, execute and they do this over and over again. They make great decisions that turn the flywheel....&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10117, 7153, '3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions | #BetterLeadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/betterleadership-leveraging-strengths/p/2545389870/3-steps-that-will-help-you-make-great-decisions', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-30 05:56:43', '2012-08-30 10:56:43', '[...] Posted in Leadership CoachingLeaders make decisions. It&rsquo;s what they do. It may be the most important thing they do.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10118, 7153, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-31 14:27:49', '2012-08-31 19:27:49', 'love the idea of the cumulative momentum of decisions.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10119, 7153, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', '', '174.141.125.146', '2012-08-31 15:19:52', '2012-08-31 20:19:52', 'Karin,\n\nThanks for the comment.   Momentum is great once that flywheel is started!', 0, '1', '', '', 10118, 0),
(10120, 7153, '3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions | Turn-Around Leaders are Change Agents | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/effective-leadership-to-turn-schools-around/p/2565050545/3-steps-that-will-help-you-make-great-decisions', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-01 07:42:59', '2012-09-01 12:42:59', '[...] 3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions http://t.co/WLgnsuEr - RT via @GenesisLes #fire #leadership...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10121, 7158, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-24 06:49:51', '2012-08-24 11:49:51', 'I do see adults that think \"its too late\"  that makes me crazy. I have also seen so many dream big and do amazing things with focus and effort.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10122, 7158, 'Cynthia J Stewart', 'cynthia@evermoreservices.com', 'http://EverMoreServices.com', '99.101.244.118', '2012-08-27 10:33:10', '2012-08-27 15:33:10', 'Karin, yep, drives me crazy too.  I am working on realizing a dream right now and just had something happen that could have shut it down entirely.  However, I have good partners who are as resilient as I, and we are tacking a new direction.  As they say, when one door closes, another one opens.  We need to be encouragers to others to go for their dreams at any age!', 0, '1', '', '', 10121, 0),
(10123, 7175, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '98.85.131.150', '2012-08-26 14:22:35', '2012-08-26 19:22:35', 'Truly well said, Karin.  I agree that leadership and athletics go hand in hand, and I know I am a better leader for my time as an athlete.  One thing I notice among the triathletes I train with is their satisfaction that comes from facing and overcoming challenge, of doing something others think is not possible.  That kind of vision is also integral to effective leadership. A person\'s ability to do the seemingly impossible themselves not only allows them to see new possibilities in others, but also convinces others that new ideas are not always impossible.\n\nThank you for sharing your insights!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10124, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 05:45:14', '2012-08-27 10:45:14', 'Thanks for commenting!  You train triathletes?  Cool!  At church yesterday, am woman got up for joys and concerns and announced she had completed her first one.  She had also raised over $4K for Leukemia.  She had joy and pride brimming out of her... and I think it was just that... doing something that she at one point wasn\'t sure is possible.  Thanks for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10125, 7175, 'Bruce Van Horn', 'bruce.vanhorn@gmail.com', 'http://www.brucevanhorn.com', '173.53.71.165', '2012-08-27 06:49:56', '2012-08-27 11:49:56', 'Karin,this is a great post.  As a marathon runner, husband, dad, business owner and active church and community leader, how do I possibly fit in the training? Like you said, I\'m up by 5:00 and in my running shoes soon after that. Running alone early in the morning allows me to clear my mind, think about the day/week that just past and plan for the upcoming day/week.  I do much of my best problem solving and creative thinking while running. Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10126, 7175, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh@gmail.com', '174.253.112.159', '2012-08-27 10:06:11', '2012-08-27 15:06:11', 'I actually can\'t end the day without a run! I have to work out the kinks of the day. I am no where near marathon-ready but it is a goal of mine.\n\nPushing through pain and the satisfaction of going farther than I thought I could are 2 great takeaways of my short but burgeoning career as a leader-runner. Thanks for the post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10127, 7175, 'brian hart', 'bhart@us.edu', '', '173.241.233.64', '2012-08-27 11:00:54', '2012-08-27 16:00:54', 'I just completed a 70.3 yesterday in preparation for an ironman race in two weeks, which will be my second 140.6. I totally agree with all that has been said. One more important part of such endeavors is the humbling nature of the experiences. As leaders we often find ourselves in influential positions which, at times, can feel hierarchical; we are \"at the top.\"  When one completes in such events, just getting through the day as a mid-pack athlete (like me) reminds me that I am one of the crowd, no better than anyone else. These events are truly humbling for me and help me keep my feet firmly planted on the ground. To be an effective leader, one should be as egoless as possible. Endurance events help this. I ran a 100 miler two years ago and had to walk much of the last 25 miles. My ego was left somewhere around mile 50! Thanks for listening.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10128, 7175, 'Stacey Mason', 'masononleadership@gmail.com', 'http://www.masononleadership.com', '98.186.78.201', '2012-08-27 11:00:57', '2012-08-27 16:00:57', 'As a long distance (trail) runner myself, I couldn\'t agree more with your perspective.  Trail running works as a sorting-out process for me...it\'s where I go to think and to have whitespace in my life.  In my profession (Leadership Development / Executive Coaching), I work with leaders at both ends of the spectrum:  endurance athletes and non-athletes.  While this is not validated scientific data by any means, I do tend to find that the endurance athletes are more balanced (ie, calm - respond vs react), they think through issues more thoroughly and from multiple viewpoints, and they are sick far less often.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10129, 7175, 'Mark Oakes', 'moakes@concentricsecurity.com', '', '70.88.159.219', '2012-08-27 11:48:28', '2012-08-27 16:48:28', 'Karin,\n\nGreat post!\n\nAs both a CEO and ironman triathlete, a lot of what you shared resonate with me. My athletic journey has certainly lessened a lot of the pressures experienced in work. There are a couple of key benefits that leaders can expect when pursuing a concurrent athletic career. First, the lessons they learn by pushing themselves both physically and mentally tend to normalize a lot of the other pressures they face. After a 20+ hour training week, most minor irritations are just that... pretty minor. The other attraction is that it provides is an outlet that they have direct control over. This benefit can\'t be overstated. In a era of constant change, leaders need areas where \'personal\' progress is quantifiable on a daily basis.\n\nMark', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10130, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 15:33:10', '2012-08-27 20:33:10', 'Thanks so much for sharing.  Sounds like you have so many great things going on.  Exciting to hear about your approach.', 0, '1', '', '', 10125, 318),
(10131, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 15:38:36', '2012-08-27 20:38:36', 'wow!  you are really dedicated.  every day... awesome.  I do think there is something to the pushing through aspect.  I think small wins in one arena can really translate into other arenas as well.  Thanks for sharing.', 0, '1', '', '', 10126, 318);
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(10132, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 15:44:46', '2012-08-27 20:44:46', 'I am totally impressed. My longest tri is a 70.3.  I actually wonder if you are doing the same ironman as my husband in 2 weeks (Wisconsin?).  It\'s his first.\n\n100 miles, double yikes.  Sticking through that means you can stick through anything.  Fantastic.  Thank you so much for sharing your experiences.  They sound really powerful.  I am totally with you in the humility front.  It\'s never knowing just what our body will do... and then, I am always shocked at the ages marked on the legs of some folks as they blow past me ;-)', 0, '1', '', '', 10127, 318),
(10133, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 15:46:46', '2012-08-27 20:46:46', 'Thanks so much Stacey.  Long distance trail running... even better.... love adding nature to the mix.  You bring up some interesting points about the illness and multiple perspectives.  Thanks for adding to the conversation.', 0, '1', '', '', 10128, 318),
(10134, 7175, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-08-27 15:49:30', '2012-08-27 20:49:30', 'Thanks, Mark.  Wow... Ironman CEO.... awesome.  I really like your point about pushing through the irritations.   Fully agree with you on the control thing... vital point.  I do feel that too... it\'s nice to know you are making progress in that arena... even if the rest of the day has been rocky.  Thanks so much for adding all this to the conversation.', 0, '1', '', '', 10129, 318),
(10135, 7175, 'Building on Common Purpose for More Powerful and Effective Leadership - Women on Business', '', 'http://www.womenonbusiness.com/building-on-common-purpose-for-more-powerful-and-effective-leadership/', '208.86.251.163', '2012-08-28 21:03:11', '2012-08-29 02:03:11', '[...] Group says that the path to powerful and effective leadership iscommon purpose. She explains:  &larr; Leader Athletes: Training Long for the Long Run Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10136, 7175, 'Is Fitness a Leadership Competency?', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/08/30/fitness_leadership_competency/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-08-30 05:01:55', '2012-08-30 10:01:55', '[...] Leader Athletes:  Training For the Long Run (this week&#8217;s post on Lead Change Group).  I am grateful to all the wonderful leader athletes who read, retweeted and offered their insights via their comments.  I also amazed by the distances some of these leaders have gone in their athletic and leadership lives.  It&#8217;s worth reading through the comments.  I am also delighted with the support and friendship I am finding through The Lead Change Group.  I am finding many kindred spirits. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10137, 7175, 'Weekly Sales &amp; Leadership Link Roundup | John Bossong', '', 'http://johnbossong.com/2012/09/02/weekly-leadership-sales-link-roundup/', '66.147.244.138', '2012-09-02 15:21:57', '2012-09-02 20:21:57', '[...] Leader Athletes:  Training Long for The Long Run.  This post is from The Lead Change Group.  Great post on why leaders invest their time training [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10138, 7175, 'How Personal Challenges Motivate Success', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/09/07/when-personal-challenges-motivate-success/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-09-07 04:58:19', '2012-09-07 09:58:19', '[...] community supporting HIV/AIDS, Hospice, American Lung Association, and Domestic Violence. She is a Leader Athlete and loves snowboarding, scuba diving and other outdoor [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10139, 7175, 'Who&#039;s Your Leadership Pit Crew? A Saturday Salutation', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/09/15/leadership_pit_crew/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-09-15 04:57:22', '2012-09-15 09:57:22', '[...] Leader Athletes:  Training Long for the Long Run [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10140, 7182, 'Jennifer Hancock', 'jen@jen-hancock.com', 'http://humanisticleadership.com', '70.126.215.145', '2012-08-30 08:48:04', '2012-08-30 13:48:04', 'Thanks for this essay- love the idea of finding balance between consensus and decision making - not easy to do but knowing that is what you need to do at leasts allows you to consider the problem properly.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10141, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment | Dans List | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/dans-list/p/2528615276/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-28 12:53:12', '2012-08-28 17:53:12', '[...] Posted in Self Leadershiphttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/08/24/lead-yourself-first-attachment-detachment/#We all can become attached at some stage in our lives.&nbsp; As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers.&nbsp; In this...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10142, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2535256589/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 04:44:56', '2012-08-29 09:44:56', '[...] Posted in Self Leadershiphttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/08/24/lead-yourself-first-attachment-detachment/#We all can become attached at some stage in our lives.&nbsp; As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers.&nbsp; In this...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10143, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment |', '', 'http://christinapd.wordpress.com/2012/08/29/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment-2/', '74.200.247.246', '2012-08-29 04:45:11', '2012-08-29 09:45:11', '[...] on leadchangegroup.com Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedInPinterestRedditStumbleUponTumblrEmailPrintLike this:LikeBe the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10144, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment | People Discovery Weekly | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/people-discovery-weekly/p/2536942433/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 08:58:11', '2012-08-29 13:58:11', '[...] Posted in Self Leadershiphttp://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk/2012/08/24/lead-yourself-first-attachment-detachment/#We all can become attached at some stage in our lives.&nbsp; As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers.&nbsp; In this...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10145, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2539853144/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 15:42:43', '2012-08-29 20:42:43', '[...] We all can become attached at some stage in our lives. As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers. In this scenario attachment is seen as healthy and affirming. &nbsp; When an attachment prevents us from seeing or acting clearly it has become unhealthy&hellip;.In the workplace, we can become attached to a particular culture, belief or perception about the way things are, or should be.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10146, 7184, 'Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2539804203/lead-yourself-first-the-empowering-magic-of-detachment', '89.30.105.121', '2012-08-29 15:43:40', '2012-08-29 20:43:40', '[...] We all can become attached at some stage in our lives. As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers. In this scenario attachment is seen as healthy and affirming. &nbsp; When an attachment prevents us from seeing or acting clearly it has become unhealthy&hellip;.In the workplace, we can become attached to a particular culture, belief or perception about the way things are, or should be.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10147, 7198, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '70.192.67.28', '2012-08-29 05:07:05', '2012-08-29 10:07:05', 'I have found Becky\'s tips very helpful in getting started with twitter.  It is making a difference and I am making some great friends.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10148, 7201, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-08-31 13:33:10', '2012-08-31 18:33:10', 'A very thoughtful post, Wendy. I like the phrase \"It would be so easy to get swept off course.\" How true! With a slight movement, we end up on an unintended path. Knowing our vision, keeping to it, adjusting consciously... all keep points to keep in mind in living and leading. Thanks! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10149, 7201, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-01 06:48:42', '2012-09-01 11:48:42', 'Very interesting to hear about your authentic journey', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10150, 7201, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '24.26.237.173', '2012-09-01 12:40:04', '2012-09-01 17:40:04', 'Wendy, great post, and how timely.  Your questions are right on; but for me, the first question is \"what is my vision?\" Curious how this was defined for you. Was is accidental, like your book, or something you thought long and hard about?  And how does someone who sees the potential of multiple visions - or directions - narrow things down to the right one?  My fear is, with unclear direction one may end up nowhere.  As Lewis Carroll said, \"If you don\'t know where you are going, any road will get you there.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10151, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.23.216.166', '2012-09-01 16:56:52', '2012-09-01 21:56:52', 'Hi Jon,\nThank you for your thoughtful comment. You captured the essence!\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 10149, 0),
(10152, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.23.216.166', '2012-09-01 17:04:53', '2012-09-01 22:04:53', 'HI Alan,\nIn answer to your question, my vision has changed over the many years. However, my purpose has only clarified with time and my values have solidified. Those are the drivers out of which my vision emerges. So I would keep your purpose front and center and then give yourself time to reflect, explore and tune into your intuition so that your vision can surface. And it will change or come more clearly into focus as you continue on your journey. Enjoy the ride!\nThanks for stopping by to comment, Alan!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10153, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.23.216.166', '2012-09-01 17:06:41', '2012-09-01 22:06:41', 'Thanks, Karin. It is ongoing ...', 0, '1', '', '', 10149, 0),
(10154, 7201, 'Suzanne', 'suzanne@prosperitycoaching.biz', 'http://www.prosperitycoaching.biz/blog', '24.56.26.235', '2012-09-04 14:20:10', '2012-09-04 19:20:10', 'Wendy, I love your desire to simplify things. I think that in the U.S. we have over-complicated our lives with all our stuff. What we can\'t fit in our houses, we rent storage facilities to store our stuff that we are not using at the time. We we refocus our desires and really break it down to what our mean, we can get closer to our vision. Suzanne', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10155, 7201, 'Nouf', 'miss.claddagh@yahoo.com', '', '46.230.93.63', '2012-09-04 15:00:24', '2012-09-04 20:00:24', 'Hello Wendy,\nthank you very much for writing this article. i really enjoyed it. for me my vision in 5 years is so clear. and sometimes i find some opportunities which get my vision becomes slower and far of the way.\nalways remind myself of it!! have a strong base of principles in my life.\nthank you a lot', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10156, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '37.14.103.199', '2012-09-12 09:04:05', '2012-09-12 14:04:05', 'Hi Suzanne,\nThanks for your comment. It boils down to, \"do you own your stuff or does your stuff own you?\" If we weren\'t using our energy for the care and feeding of our \"stuff,\" would we redeploy it to bring us closer to our vision; to a life well lived?\n\nAppreciate you stopping by to comment. Simply live.', 0, '1', '', '', 10154, 0),
(10157, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '37.14.103.199', '2012-09-12 09:06:43', '2012-09-12 14:06:43', 'Hi Nouf,\nIt sounds like you have a great way to stay on track! Sometimes those other paths lead to something unimaginable. As long as you keep your vision and purpose clear, the path can go in many directions. So glad you enjoyed the post, Nouf.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10158, 7201, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '12.91.134.94', '2012-09-19 08:52:43', '2012-09-19 13:52:43', 'Hi Wendy,\n\nThis is a great story and inspiring post!  My love of flying and aerial photography caused me to take more time to step back and reflect on my world from 3,000 ft. Now it\'s changed the whole trajectory of my life and career in ways I never could have imagined.\n\nI\'m ordering your book today and look forward to posting a review here!\n\nBest!\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10159, 7201, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '108.171.118.17', '2012-10-02 09:36:13', '2012-10-02 14:36:13', 'Thank you so much, Bill. I would love to know more about your shift in trajectory. Sounds like you have an inspiring tale to share.\nI am delighted you ordered my book and can\'t wait to read your review!! (and your own story :-))\nMy best,\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 10158, 313),
(10160, 7212, 'Pitching Your Good Ideas | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2594170467/pitching-your-good-ideas', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-04 16:49:29', '2012-09-04 21:49:29', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentAn under-appreciated leadership skill is the ability to persuade others &ndash; quickly and naturally &ndash; to support your ideas.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10161, 7216, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-05 07:33:59', '2012-09-05 12:33:59', 'Hi Paul,\n\nWhat I love about this post and the growing trend at LeadChange is the chorus of new, positive voices.  I know you are not a new writer but you are are new to our community and your enthusiastic, \"radiant\" voice is more than welcome.  And now by writing this post, you have engaged at least one more person, me.  By joining this group, I too discovered many new and wonderful people in my life.\n\nThanks for joining our journey.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10162, 7216, 'Paul von Zielbauer', 'paul@roadmonkey.net', '', '76.167.158.4', '2012-09-05 13:35:38', '2012-09-05 18:35:38', 'Hi Deb,\n\nThanks so much for your kind note and sincere welcome. Here\'s to more, soon.\n\nPaul', 0, '1', '', '', 10161, 0),
(10163, 7216, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.199.204.66', '2012-09-06 00:19:35', '2012-09-06 05:19:35', 'Love that quote-You\'re broadcasting on a frequency they want to hear. I\'m inspired, man. Thanks for the peek into your experience.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10164, 7216, 'Paul von Zielbauer', 'paul@roadmonkey.net', '', '76.167.158.4', '2012-09-06 00:39:05', '2012-09-06 05:39:05', 'Dear Glen,\n\nThanks for reading down that far. I\'m glad it resonated with you and, indeed, inspired you. That\'s a true compliment.\n\nPaul', 0, '1', '', '', 10163, 0),
(10165, 7216, 'Bill Fox', 'bfox@5minutespisuccess.com', 'http://5minutespisuccess.com', '216.40.65.155', '2012-09-18 21:58:32', '2012-09-19 02:58:32', 'Paul,\n\nGreat story and post. I have a similar journey of self-leadership and your insights are helpful to me on my own journey.\n\nHere\'s to helping more people discover this journey of radical self-leadership!\n\nBest,\nBill', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10166, 7223, 'Obstacles to Understanding |', '', 'http://christinapd.wordpress.com/2012/09/02/obstacles-to-understanding/', '66.135.48.191', '2012-09-02 08:07:38', '2012-09-02 13:07:38', '[...] on leadchangegroup.com Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedInPinterestRedditStumbleUponTumblrEmailPrintLike this:LikeBe the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10167, 7223, 'Obstacles to Understanding | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2573366762/obstacles-to-understanding', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-02 11:16:46', '2012-09-02 16:16:46', '[...] Posted in Leadership Developmenthttp://centennialinc.com/three-obstacles-betweem-hearing-and-understanding/I had the opportunity, thanks to Lead Change member Mike Sipple Jr.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10168, 7223, 'Obstacles to Understanding | Leading Lite | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-lite/p/2589420912/obstacles-to-understanding', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-04 06:11:25', '2012-09-04 11:11:25', '[...] Posted in Leadership Developmenthttp://centennialinc.com/three-obstacles-betweem-hearing-and-understanding/I had the opportunity, thanks to Lead Change member Mike Sipple Jr.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10169, 7226, 'EVANS ODONKOR', 'evanskofiodonkor@yahoo.com', '', '41.66.208.248', '2016-01-15 06:07:29', '2016-01-15 11:07:29', 'One basic key that can help build loyalty is to accept your leader as your father.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10170, 7228, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-05 07:43:18', '2012-09-05 12:43:18', 'Hi Mike,\n\nI have often thought it was the small decisions that really demonstrate a person\'s character.  When we give in on a small thing today, does it lead to a bigger thing tomorrow?  It\'s one of the hardest things I try to teach in class.  Because people don\'t think little things matter. Because everyone does it, or no one will know, or it gets me where I are going.\n\nYesterday I had a win with a student that tells me everything about him.  We were playing a game and he \"cheated\" to earn an extra point.  It was a small thing and I wasn\'t 100% sure, but I mentioned that I was doubtful and we moved on.  After class he told me the truth and apologized.  It was a little thing, silly, and in the greater scope of life, unimportant.  But this student has my attention now because he knows the right thing to do.  And that is half the battle.\n\nThanks for reminding us that everything matters, Mike.\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10171, 7228, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-09-05 09:33:07', '2012-09-05 14:33:07', 'Thanks back Deb. This is a great story about how easy it is to rationalize our behavior. I\'m glad your student wasn\'t \"too fast to take that test.\"\n\nMike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10170, 243),
(10172, 7228, 'Cathy', 'chizo@ictsi.com', 'http://www.issuu.com/dawnflower03', '203.167.94.236', '2012-09-28 01:59:20', '2012-09-28 06:59:20', 'I like the question posted by Deborah, When we give in on a small thing today, does it lead to a bigger thing tomorrow?  The building of one\'s character does not happen overnight.  If you cannot be trusted in little amount how can you be trusted with more?\n\nCompromising your standard leads to disappointments.  Getting into the habit of compromises will sink you deeper to a sea of irregularities making it hard to lift yourself out of it.\n\nYour article especially your questions,  \"Do I do something that’s “not me” in order to get you to follow me on Twitter or read this blog?  Do I compromise “me” when selling my services? made me introspective.  Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10173, 7228, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-09-28 08:48:21', '2012-09-28 13:48:21', 'Cathy,\n\nThanks for the comments and the feedback on the post. I appreciate it.  I hope at least I can continue to ask the question.\n\nThanks again. Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10172, 243),
(10174, 7231, 'What Is Your Leadership Overhead Rate? | Leading Choices | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-choices/p/2630659152/what-is-your-leadership-overhead-rate', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-08 09:08:36', '2012-09-08 14:08:36', '[...] In almost every organization, there is a concept of overhead.&nbsp;Inc.com&nbsp;provides a solid overview of overhead, but simply stated it is the &ldquo;costs incurred to make something else possible.&rdquo; This is a great definition, and it should be applied squarely on leadership. Overhead costs on leadership should be low, meaning little burden on others. There are certain required overhead costs to leadership: Mentoring Coaching Training Setting direction Listening Communicating Other enabling activities&hellip;. What kills a culture and team member spirits is a loaded overhead leader. The costs of a heavily burdened overhead leader can be very damaging. The&nbsp;costs to make something else happen, in bad leadership terms, are too high. What are the characteristics of a high overhead leader?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10175, 7231, 'What Is Your Leadership Overhead Rate? | Leading Lite | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-lite/p/2645945784/what-is-your-leadership-overhead-rate', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-10 04:45:27', '2012-09-10 09:45:27', '[...] In almost every organization, there is a concept of overhead.&nbsp;Inc.com&nbsp;provides a solid overview of overhead, but simply stated it is the &ldquo;costs incurred to make something else possible.&rdquo; This is a great definition, and it should be applied squarely on leadership. &nbsp; Overhead costs on leadership should be low, meaning little burden on others. There are certain required overhead costs to leadership: &nbsp; Mentoring Coaching Training Setting direction Listening Communicating Other enabling activities&hellip;. &nbsp; What kills a culture and team member spirits is a loaded overhead leader. The costs of a heavily burdened overhead leader can be very damaging. The&nbsp;costs to make something else happen, in bad leadership terms, are too high. &nbsp; What are the characteristics of a high overhead leader?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10176, 7231, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.214.178.229', '2012-09-10 23:48:03', '2012-09-11 04:48:03', 'Hey Jon- very thought-provoking post.  The illustration of \"leadership overhead\" really puts perspective on the demands a leader makes of others- I want to trim back the fat I\'m loading my team down with already, before I even start evaluating my overhead!  Thanks for the post- I look forward to lots more!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10177, 7231, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-09-11 07:19:47', '2012-09-11 12:19:47', 'Thanks, Glen, for your comment and feedback. It is easy to load up our leadership overhead and lose sight of what we are really doing to our team and organization. This concept continues to run through my mind, so my post next month may continue in this theme. Thanks again! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10178, 7171, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '75.128.244.68', '2012-09-08 08:51:16', '2012-09-08 13:51:16', 'I love the concept of \"picking yourself\".  As leaders it is so important that we are authentic and chose carefully how we show up.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10179, 7171, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '74.240.252.219', '2012-09-08 11:00:58', '2012-09-08 16:00:58', 'Krin - I agree.  We have the ability to choose how we show up.  We don\'t have to wait on someone to give us approval to lead.  It\'s a decision we can make ourselves.', 0, '1', '', '', 10178, 0),
(10180, 7171, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '24.26.237.173', '2012-09-08 16:03:50', '2012-09-08 21:03:50', 'John, great stuff. Just today I was speaking with a college student who is trying to make a job change within her own organization. I asked what steps she\'d taken to make that happen, and she said \"I applied.\" I suggested that was a great start, but not enough. I encouraged her to take it a step further. Call the hiring manager. Get her name known. Tell him she wants the job. As you say, take the initiative. Leading starts with leading ourselves, and if we wait for others to make things happen for us, we will be waiting a long time.  Thanks for the great tips and the book recommendation! - Alan', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10181, 7171, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '74.240.252.219', '2012-09-08 20:26:04', '2012-09-09 01:26:04', 'Alan - thanks for the comments and story.  Great advice you gave to the lady looking to change jobs.  I\'d also suggest that she volunteer to do something for them, show them her skills, what she can do, how she leads.\n\nYou will like the book.  If you like it, read \"Tribes\" by Seth Godin also.  Thanks for the comments, and take care.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10180, 0),
(10182, 7207, 'JoAnn Corley', 'joann.corley@gmail.com', 'http://www.joanncorley.com', '99.57.80.126', '2012-09-11 13:35:21', '2012-09-11 18:35:21', 'Wow...what a wonderful post.  What\'s encouraging is this kind of discussion in the realm of business leadership would not have been in this kind of public forum only a few years ago. It is a real testimony to our societal evolution into this realm to the point considering at least somewhat mainstream.\n\nLeadership is first about influencing the thinking of those we lead (staring with our own thinking) - that is the inception of getting the behaviors and ultimately the outcomes we so much desire with our staff which ultimately impacts our bottom line.\n\nWell done and kudows to the Lead Change Group!\nJoAnn', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10183, 7207, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-11 14:03:02', '2012-09-11 19:03:02', 'Great post! Mindset and focus is so important.\n\nThe significant thing about your use of Paul\'s conversion as an illustration is that there is pain involved with change- a period of \"blindness\" and reorienting to the new around us. And, the need for others who can provide perspective.\n\nThanks again for this post.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10184, 7207, 'Tricia Lustig', 'tricia@lasadev.com', 'http://www.lasadev.com', '84.92.41.211', '2012-09-12 06:34:54', '2012-09-12 11:34:54', 'Thank you!  I really APPRECIATE seeing articles about what is going well, what is working and moving into an Abundance mind set.  That is so important and the only way we can solve today\'s problems.\n\nTricia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10185, 7207, 'Leadership Mindset &ndash; 7 Paradigm Shifts | Influence Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-leadership/p/2670464825/leadership-mindset-7-paradigm-shifts', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-12 11:11:56', '2012-09-12 16:11:56', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10186, 7207, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.23.118.184', '2012-09-14 05:53:21', '2012-09-14 10:53:21', 'JoAnn, thanks for commenting,  Like you, I think it\'s great people are beginning to realise you can\'t separate leadership and business from the realm of who we are at our core.  If you look  back at great leaders then they did understand this context and that understanding was for me the reason for their success; by virtue of their principles and unity consciousness they were able to connect with who our true selves in a way that other leaders just don\'t seem to be able to.  Thanks again for your input, greatly appreciated.  And like you I applaud Lead Change Group for being a great vehicle for thought leadership.', 0, '1', '', '', 10182, 0),
(10187, 7207, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.23.118.184', '2012-09-14 06:00:51', '2012-09-14 11:00:51', 'Thanks Glen for commenting.  You are spot on about pain being involved in changing mindsets, and you\'ve captured the disorientation stage so well.  Of course we can change mindsets without pain and reap the benefits of changing, and some \"towards\" motivated people do so, but it seems it is  less likely. Thanks again, appreciated.', 0, '1', '', '', 10183, 0),
(10188, 7207, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.23.118.184', '2012-09-14 06:03:13', '2012-09-14 11:03:13', 'Tricia,\n\nThank you, I\'m glad you appreciated it :)  I couldn\'t agree more;  it\'s the mindset shift needed to solve today\'s problems! - Thanks', 0, '1', '', '', 10184, 0),
(10189, 7207, 'Leadership Mindset &ndash; 7 Paradigm Shifts | Aspire Limited Weekly Update - 7th October 2010 | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/aspire-limited-weekly-update-7th-october-2010/p/2910631301/leadership-mindset-7-paradigm-shifts', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 03:33:39', '2012-10-08 08:33:39', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10190, 7235, 'Michelle Strutzenberger', 'michelle@axiomnews.ca', 'http://www.axiomnews.ca', '216.168.111.76', '2012-09-07 13:42:26', '2012-09-07 18:42:26', 'Love this! Do we have permission to repost to our site, www.axiomnews.ca?', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10191, 7235, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-09-07 15:01:28', '2012-09-07 20:01:28', 'Michelle,\n\nThank you!  Yes - absolutely you can share with attribution and a link to this article!\n\nLove your tagline:  \"Engaging Strengths, Catalyzing Change.\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 270),
(10192, 7235, 'Christina Haxton', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sustainableleaders/', '75.104.36.16', '2012-09-08 22:23:00', '2012-09-09 03:23:00', 'LOVE THIS!!!!  One of the solutions to recharge your brain is to play :-) ... results are a brain wave state that inspires innovation and creativity (aka imagination) when we are in the present moment ... banging pots and throwing fish included.\n\nI\'m sharing this one all over!\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 281),
(10193, 7235, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-09-09 07:38:58', '2012-09-09 12:38:58', 'Thanks Christina ~ For liking, sharing and providing some of the science that explains why this works!!!!\n\nHope you have a great weekend ~ playing!\n\nChery', 0, '1', '', '', 10192, 270),
(10194, 7235, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '174.253.98.64', '2012-09-09 19:57:15', '2012-09-10 00:57:15', 'I enjoyed envisioning your team throwing fish from cube to cube- made for a great read! But the concept is even better- thanks for sharing how having a lighter side can contribute to serious accomplishment!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10195, 7235, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-09-10 00:05:53', '2012-09-10 05:05:53', 'Thanks Glen!  I agree!', 0, '1', '', '', 10194, 270),
(10196, 7235, 'Ross Clark', 'ross.clark@us.nestle.com', '', '207.117.33.135', '2012-09-12 11:17:40', '2012-09-12 16:17:40', 'I work in a food production environment.  Any Ideas on how to apply this on a production floor.  Remember. \"Safety is the number one priority!\"', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10197, 7235, 'Looking for \"Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious\" ideas! Will you help? | Simply Understanding Blog by Giana Consulting', '', 'http://consultgiana.com/looking-for-supercalifragilisticexpialidocious-ideas-will-you-help/', '184.172.141.200', '2012-09-14 07:35:53', '2012-09-14 12:35:53', '[...] September 14, 2012 &mdash;&nbsp;Leave a comment      I recently wrote a post titled Banging Pans and Throwing Fish in Corporate America to share an fun way to engage people, meet and exceed goals and inspire organizational [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10198, 7235, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-09-14 07:57:28', '2012-09-14 12:57:28', 'Ross - Thank you for the note!  I just sent you an email, and published a post to ask others in the virtual world to brainstorm with us!  http://consultgiana.com/looking-for-supercalifragilisticexpialidocious-ideas-will-you-help/', 0, '1', '', '', 10196, 270),
(10199, 7238, 'Kent Julian', 'kjulian@liveitforward.com', 'http://www.liveitforward.com', '97.80.170.53', '2012-09-13 07:20:51', '2012-09-13 12:20:51', 'Love this, Jane! I especially appreciate your thoughts on \"involving others\" and \"watching your intentions.\" Great ways to gain influence and positively impact others. Thanks much!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10200, 7238, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-09-19 05:40:55', '2012-09-19 10:40:55', 'Kent -- thanks so much for your kind words...much appreciated!', 0, '1', '', '', 10199, 0),
(10201, 7242, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-12 16:09:19', '2012-09-12 21:09:19', 'Great, practical steps/stages of strategic planning here. I feel like one trap leaders fall into is thinking they don\'t have the power to be strategic, middle managers for example, who don\'t set the budget or form the team. But strategic=initiaitve in my view.  We can all be strategic.  Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10202, 7259, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-09-14 06:09:54', '2012-09-14 11:09:54', 'Glen, I believe you mixed in a great recipe for wisdom in leading. Unfortunately, many get distracted and put in ingredients that may things look sweeter but this mix wears off quickly. Remaining focused on the elements you outlined will help us be wise in our choices and actions. Thanks! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10203, 7259, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-14 08:24:44', '2012-09-14 13:24:44', 'Thanks for the comment, Jon. Simplicity is what stands out to me when I see wise leaders; leadership seems effortless, even when that leader verbalizes that something is difficult. I think there is an art to cutting out those \"sweetners\" and being at ease with who you are that goes along with simplicity. That kind of leader is very attractive to followers and produces other leaders.\n\nThanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 10202, 320),
(10204, 7259, 'Christina Lattimer', 'Christina.lattimer@peoplediscovery.co.uk', 'http://Www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.23.118.184', '2012-09-15 03:10:44', '2012-09-15 08:10:44', 'Insightful article Glen - I particularly like how you\'ve described wisdom. I think we\'re coming into the era of wisdom and you\'ve described succinctly the balance between tapping into intuition while also remaining aware of external reality and using both sources of information to make decisions.  A combination I think which can be enlightening - or wise! - thanks again:\n\nChristina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10205, 7259, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-15 07:54:49', '2012-09-15 12:54:49', 'It is so inspiring to be around wise leaders who bring out the wisdom in others.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10206, 7259, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '174.230.5.95', '2012-09-15 22:08:02', '2012-09-16 03:08:02', 'Thanks Christina! I think to sum up wisdom, you have to say integration is the essence of it. Knowledge, experience, head, heart, and how all of it is used to make decisions based on principle. I\'m fascinated by it! Thanks for reading!', 0, '1', '', '', 10204, 320),
(10207, 7259, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '174.230.5.95', '2012-09-15 22:20:47', '2012-09-16 03:20:47', 'I agree! It is really something to watch and learn from. Especially the apparent ease with which those leaders handle tough situations. Thanks Karin!', 0, '1', '', '', 10205, 320),
(10208, 7272, 'Natalie Finstad', 'natalie@bethechangekenya.org', 'https://twitter.com/natfin', '212.49.88.104', '2012-09-18 23:54:42', '2012-09-19 04:54:42', 'I love the second definition of self-confidence, that we are sure we will be able to weather whatever comes are way. For me, this is a confidence in the universe as a whole and my ability to really be a part of the whole.Sometimes I can do this on my own - most of the time I need a lot of help! However,  self-confidence is knowledge that as long as I show up, ask for help when I need it and truly invest in whatever I\'m doing, things will be okay.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10209, 7272, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '71.224.4.26', '2012-09-19 10:49:22', '2012-09-19 15:49:22', 'Thanks for commenting, Natalie.  I love that you expanded your thinking to confidence in the universe as a whole and your part in it.  Thank you for the reminder.  Mary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10210, 7278, 'Mike Manciel', 'mikemanciel@gmail.com', 'http://www.foodforthinkers.com', '68.41.187.51', '2012-09-16 21:49:29', '2012-09-17 02:49:29', 'Great post. The idea of servant leadership is a lost concept in today\'s leadership. I am very mindful of that in my daily life since that idea originated in the Christian ideology of Jesus Christ. Keep up the good work. Looking forward to reading more of your work. Mike M.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10211, 7278, 'Tricia Lustig', 'tricia@lasadev.com', 'http://www.lasadev.com', '84.92.41.211', '2012-09-17 05:21:26', '2012-09-17 10:21:26', 'I love Servant Leadership and do my very best to practise it in my life and in my work.  You might also like to read the book Stewardship by Peter Block, which is related and gives plenty to think about.\n\nThank you for a short, clear, succinct description of Servant Leadership.\n\nHave a great day\n\nTricia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10212, 7278, 'Jonathan Moss', 'Jonathan.david.moss@gmail.com', '', '98.87.168.160', '2012-09-17 19:16:13', '2012-09-18 00:16:13', 'Thanks Mike! I agree it is a lost concept in the majority of businesses and other leadership in general!!\n\nThanks Tricia!! I am glad you enjoyed it! I am with you I try my best to practice every single day to show and teach others, hoping that when they become leaders they will do the same!!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 322),
(10213, 7278, 'Four values of a servant leader &laquo; tyanaowings', '', 'http://tyanaowings.wordpress.com/2012/09/19/four-values-of-a-servant-leader/', '74.200.244.17', '2012-09-19 00:12:35', '2012-09-19 05:12:35', '[...] thanks to Jonathan Moss at Lead Change Group Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedInTumblrEmailPrintLike this:LikeBe the first to like this.   This entry was posted in Uncategorized.Bookmark the permalink. Leave a comment [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10214, 7280, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-15 07:52:53', '2012-09-15 12:52:53', 'I think it\'s vital for leaders to be stress relievers rather than stress inducers.  I sometimes see leaders who don\'t appear to have much stress, but everyone around then does.   That can be very destructive in an organization.  On the other hand, I watch other leaders who work to lift stress and burdens off of others.  That can be extremely powerful.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10215, 7280, 'Christina Haxton', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sustainableleaders/', '75.104.36.16', '2012-09-15 08:55:32', '2012-09-15 13:55:32', 'Excellent post, Karin.  Leaders can take the pressure or stress off by offering information to their team.  When our brain has to rely on guesswork, mind reading and assuming it gets overly taxed and stressed out!  Besides, typically when we are already under stress, we desperately \"need to know\" something and in the absence of information, our brain will make stuff up .... and usually for the worse!  It\'s amazing what a little information offered by the leader to the team will do to relieve stress ...', 0, '1', '', '', 10214, 281),
(10216, 7280, 'Christina Haxton', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sustainableleaders/', '75.104.36.16', '2012-09-15 08:57:25', '2012-09-15 13:57:25', 'As a leader, what is the simplest action YOU can take with your team to relieve stress that has the most \"bang for the buck?\"  Post your responses below and be a resource for other leaders:', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 281),
(10217, 7280, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.214.205.13', '2012-09-15 23:49:52', '2012-09-16 04:49:52', 'Asking, \"What do you think?\" or \"What can you accomplish (relative to the team goal)?\" Feedback and input (as you mentioned) is a great step toward managing a leader\'s stress and his team\'s stress. Thanks for a great post!', 0, '1', '', '', 10216, 320),
(10218, 7280, 'Christina Haxton, MA LMFT', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com', '75.104.36.16', '2012-09-16 21:29:56', '2012-09-17 02:29:56', 'Absolutely! Because \"certainty\" is a basic human need, when we feel in control (or more certain or \"empowered\") about an outcome, our stress goes down automatically.  After all, perception IS reality!  At least, it is sometimes enough to turn the tide of stress and uncertainty ...  Glen, thank you for your thoughtful response to this post!  Any other takers?', 0, '1', '', '', 10217, 0),
(10219, 7280, 'Your Caveman Brain: Running From Predators At Work | Leadership Platform', '', 'http://www.leadershipplatform.com/your-caveman-brain-running-from-predators-at-work/', '154.0.168.122', '2015-10-22 11:43:15', '2015-10-22 15:43:15', '[&#8230;] make decisions; [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10220, 7319, 'Driving Diversity: 3 Ways for Leaders to Effectively Navigate Their Workplace | Dans List | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/dans-list/p/2731188313/driving-diversity-3-ways-for-leaders-to-effectively-navigate-their-workplace', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-19 03:35:38', '2012-09-19 08:35:38', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentDiversity. Much discussion has surrounded this small but powerful word over the past twenty years in our workplaces. So what is it?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10221, 7319, 'Driving Diversity: 3 Ways for Leaders to Effectively Navigate Their Workplace | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2731328754/driving-diversity-3-ways-for-leaders-to-effectively-navigate-their-workplace', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-19 04:09:18', '2012-09-19 09:09:18', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentDiversity. Much discussion has surrounded this small but powerful word over the past twenty years in our workplaces. So what is it?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10222, 7319, 'Tricia Lustig', 'tricia@lasadev.com', 'http://www.lasadev.com', '84.92.41.211', '2012-09-19 06:54:36', '2012-09-19 11:54:36', 'Deborah,\n\nJust an idea that I\'d like to add which I comes from a book I\'ve recently read.  Diversity = difference = creativity.  We can\'t be creative with people who are all the same.  What really kick starts creativity is \'ideas having sex\'.  And I\'d widen that to wild promiscuous sex.  And that means we must have diversity to start with... (book is \'The Optimist\'s Tour of the Future, by Mark Stevenson).\n\nLong live diversity!\n\nall the best\nTricia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10223, 7319, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-19 16:17:45', '2012-09-19 21:17:45', 'Thanks for this post- establishing a platform is my takeaway from this because too often issues related to ineffective (and downright wrong) interactions of diverse people are not dealt with until they happen, and then the policy and procedure manual has to be dug out to know what to do.  A platform can build on and add to what the organization states, and keep important issues up front where they belong.\n\nThanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10224, 7319, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-09-19 17:26:22', '2012-09-19 22:26:22', 'Thanks for your comment Tricia.', 0, '1', '', '', 10222, 310),
(10225, 7319, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-09-19 17:28:24', '2012-09-19 22:28:24', 'I appreciate your taking the take-a-way!  You\'re right about the digging out of the policy when something happens. Or they have to call a consultant! hint, hint', 0, '1', '', '', 10223, 310),
(10226, 7322, 'Heather Kinzie', 'heather@aleadingsolution.com', 'http://blog.aleadingsolution.com', '24.237.111.196', '2012-09-18 12:25:59', '2012-09-18 17:25:59', 'This post could have been written about me!  Similar thing happened to me with a client which caused me to realize I was evolving past the \"it\'s about you\" mentality and into the \"it\'s about my business and my brand.\"  Scary stuff...but empowering and exciting nonetheless!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10227, 7322, 'Dana Theus', 'dtheus@magusconsulting.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/dtheus/', '108.45.46.99', '2012-09-18 17:57:42', '2012-09-18 22:57:42', 'Hi Heather. Yes! As Entrepreneurs we\'re always trying to balance our personal and business brands. I think my big learning in this instance is that they\'re actually more closely aligned than I thought. I was used to thinking of them as very different (having \"grown up\" professionally in larger organizations). The Corp. mentality tends to force us to separate ourselves from the business so as not to get assimilated. But in this instance when I let myself shine through my business brand, the alignment made it really clear who my business needed to serve. And it also helped me see how aligned I am with other partners and clients who serve my business. Great stuff as you say!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 287),
(10228, 7322, 'The Art of the Sales Pitch', '', 'http://www.inpowerwomen.com/character-based-leadership-sales-pitch/', '184.168.152.21', '2012-09-25 02:01:50', '2012-09-25 07:01:50', '[...] post was originally published on Lead Change Group     Recommend on Facebook Share on Google+ Share on Linkedin share via Reddit Tweet about it [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10229, 7323, 'A Beautiful Road Rarely Traveled | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2747529759/a-beautiful-road-rarely-traveled', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-21 08:52:15', '2012-09-21 13:52:15', '[...] Posted in Leadership CoachingLeadership Developmenthttp://www.massingenuity.com/2012/09/09/a-beautiful-road-rarely-traveled/If I told you there was a beautiful road that lead to a beautiful destination which you had never seen, would you take it...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10230, 17959, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-19 16:05:14', '2012-09-19 21:05:14', 'Great post. I appreciate the way te difference sbetween leading and manageing were presented. Because the differences should be recognized, but I don\'t think management should be downplayed.\n\nAnd on that note- leaders always develop people, or that should be the case.  #1 shouldn\'t be taken for granted at all.\n\nThanks again John!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10231, 17959, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '74.240.225.27', '2012-09-19 16:51:12', '2012-09-19 21:51:12', 'Glen - thanks for your comments.   First, I\'ve probably made all these errors multiple times, so I\'m as guilty as any other leader.  I agree with you, management is really important and shouldn\'t be downplayed.  They are different though.  Your comment on developing people is great.  Certainly a key for great leadership.\n\nThanks again for you input and contributions.\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10230, 0),
(10232, 17959, 'Do You Make These 4 Mistakes When Leading? | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/2742822729/do-you-make-these-4-mistakes-when-leading', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-20 07:19:36', '2012-09-20 12:19:36', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10233, 17959, 'Suzanne', 'suzanne@prosperitycoaching.biz', 'http://www.prosperitycoaching.biz/blog', '68.110.76.223', '2012-09-21 18:42:20', '2012-09-21 23:42:20', 'John, You are so right that leadership starts at the top. I was at an event yesterday and had a conversation with a business owner who has a reputation of being a poor example. In our talk he told me several things that made me think that it\'s no wonder his employees keep resigning. Suzanne', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10234, 17959, 'Jonathan Moss', 'Jonathan.david.moss@gmail.com', '', '98.87.130.208', '2012-09-21 20:05:59', '2012-09-22 01:05:59', 'Great Article John!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 322);
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(10235, 17959, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '74.240.225.27', '2012-09-21 21:34:51', '2012-09-22 02:34:51', 'Suzanne, it sounds like he lived up to his reputation.  Thanks for your comments and input.  People typically quit their leaders, not the organizations they work for.\n\nTake care,\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10233, 0),
(10236, 17959, 'John Bossong', 'bossong.john@gmail.com', 'http://johnbossong.com', '74.240.225.27', '2012-09-21 21:36:04', '2012-09-22 02:36:04', 'Thanks Jonathan.  Take care, we\'ll get together soon in Nashville.\n\nJohn', 0, '1', '', '', 10234, 0),
(10237, 17960, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '174.253.96.26', '2012-09-22 22:16:16', '2012-09-23 03:16:16', 'Great points here- shared culture reflects in how space is shared. I like the point as well about non-positional leaders taking responsibility for these spaces. Simple acts that symbolize a lot. Thanks David!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10238, 17960, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-09-22 22:47:50', '2012-09-23 03:47:50', 'Hey Glen,\n\nGlad you found this one useful! It is so often those simple things that make the big differences, isn\'t it?\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10237, 307),
(10239, 17960, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-23 08:23:28', '2012-09-23 13:23:28', 'It is very true.  As a leader with many locations, I find how the team cares for their own break rooms and back areas very telling.  There is almost always a correlation to results.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10240, 17960, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-09-23 10:04:53', '2012-09-23 15:04:53', 'Karin,\n\nAppreciate the real-world observation. With the distributed teams, how do you build a sense of ownership?\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10239, 307),
(10241, 17960, 'Book Review: The Character Based Leader', '', 'http://trailblazeinc.com/2012/09/book-review-the-character-based-leader/', '174.120.62.130', '2012-09-25 11:44:13', '2012-09-25 16:44:13', '[...] is intended less as instruction and more as inspiration. [Full disclosure: I am a member of, and write for, the Lead Change Group, but am not associated with this [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10242, 17960, 'Daniel W Bennett', 'daniel@scc18.com', 'http://seachangeconsulting.com', '75.166.150.11', '2012-10-17 09:19:35', '2012-10-17 14:19:35', 'Bravo Trailblaze for focusing us on one of the \"tells\" consultants notice when examining business health!\n\nYou wrote, \"the only way to resolve the tragedy of...break-room microwave is for someone to take responsibility and influence others to change their behavior. This is no small task!...Someone...has to recognize the problem...\"\n\nYears ago I watched a mid-level employee pause as she entered work to use her scarf to gently and carefully rub down the brass door plate with my company\'s name. After the 3d or 4th time I witnessed that behavior I asked her if she always did that and why.  After one of those comical \"did what?\" \"who me?\" \"I don\'t understand\" exchanges, it turned out that she is one of those rare folks who don\'t need intellectually to identify a problem to behave in a manner that creates a culture of shared responsibility.  I am still sure she behaves that way in all walks of her life.\n\nConsciously then...and unconsciously now, she\'s still influencing my behavior without ever confronting me , lecturing me, or even saying a word.\n\nI remember my own father not for his words, but for how he lived his life, and Arun Gandhi once said his grandfather wanted us to, \"be the change we want to see in the world.\"  I often forget that my daily actions influence others far more than my lofty speeches.\n\nI\'d write more, David, but my microwave needs cleaning.\n\nDaniel W. Bennett\nSea Change Consulting', 0, '1', '', '', 10238, 0),
(10243, 17960, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-10-18 09:15:05', '2012-10-18 14:15:05', 'Daniel,\n\nThank you for the powerful examples of personal responsibility and leading without words!\n\nAnd for the record, I had to go make sure my microwave was clean before I posted this one :)\n\nTake care,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10242, 307),
(10244, 17961, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '208.190.165.188', '2012-09-19 08:32:27', '2012-09-19 13:32:27', 'Hi Karin, I love what you\'ve outlined here.  I also love that you refer to what we do as \"gigs\" because I do that too.  Why should the rockstars and stand-up comedians be the only ones with gigs, right?  I\'m a leader who tries to facilitate his own leadership gigs, and in my organization it is also my job to bring leaders together to share and learn from each other.  A couple of years ago we developed a leadership faculty, which is a handful of leaders who we qualified to teach our flagship leadership development course.  Many of our faculty are senior and executive-level leaders, who have a wealth of knowledge and experience to share.  And they are truly passionate about it.  I enjoy sitting back and watching them teach because they relate so well with the other leaders.  In this course we also do something simple, but impactful, which really opens the dialogue and puts all the leaders on a path of learning from and teaching each other.  We ask the leaders to share with a partner or in small group a piece of leadership advice that impacted them.  Then we sit back and watch.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10245, 17961, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '70.193.128.119', '2012-09-19 09:05:11', '2012-09-19 14:05:11', 'Alan,\nThanks so much.  I love the idea of leveraging leaders as faculty.  Fantastic.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10246, 17961, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '74.255.173.98', '2012-09-19 16:09:50', '2012-09-19 21:09:50', 'Your post is as practical as it is profound- Thanks for the tips and material for facilitating growth in-house!\n\nGlen', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10247, 17961, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '199.106.165.6', '2012-09-19 16:54:21', '2012-09-19 21:54:21', 'Thank you so much, Glen!  I really appreciate you taking the time to read and comment.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10248, 17961, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '71.171.110.7', '2012-09-19 17:30:04', '2012-09-19 22:30:04', 'Good list. So often when budgets are tight, leaders overlook the obvious ways to still hone their skills. Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(10249, 17961, 'A Strategic Story About Strategic Storytelling', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/09/20/strategic-storytelling/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-09-20 04:57:47', '2012-09-20 09:57:47', '[...] In the years that followed, I have used the storytelling workshop concepts in my own leadership and have facilitated sessions with my own team.  Yesterday, I shared a post on Lead Change Group on this and other &#8220;Do It Yourself&#8221; leadership techniques.  I hope you will enjoy. DIY Leadership:  Easy Leadership Programs You Can Run Yourself. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10250, 17961, 'letsgrowleaders', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-20 05:42:40', '2012-09-20 10:42:40', 'Deborah, Thanks for joining in the conversation.  Yes, I believe there is so much that can be done organically when budgets are tight.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10251, 17961, 'DIY Leadership Development: Easy Leadership Programs You Can Run Yourself | Exploring Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/exploring-leadership/p/2757765733/diy-leadership-development-easy-leadership-programs-you-can-run-yourself', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-23 17:15:53', '2012-09-23 22:15:53', '[...] DIY Leadership Development: Easy Leadership Programs You Can Run Yourself http://t.co/e7S0KT2r via @mikehenrysr...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10252, 17961, 'David Marquet', 'david@turntheshiparound.com', 'http://davidmarquet.com', '68.56.195.171', '2012-09-27 15:16:17', '2012-09-27 20:16:17', 'The right way to leadership development is not so much have a separate program as embed the development of leaders within the organization. This article (http://www.executivevelocityblog.com/a-budget-friendly-way-to-handle-leadership-development/) talks about an organization doing that and looks pretty interesting. Complementary to the process described here.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10253, 17961, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-27 16:28:33', '2012-09-27 21:28:33', 'Great article!  thanks for sharing.  Love that approach.', 0, '1', '', '', 10252, 318),
(10254, 17961, 'DIY Leadership Development: Easy Leadership Programs You Can Run Yourself | Art of Hosting | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/art-of-hosting/p/2915960546/diy-leadership-development-easy-leadership-programs-you-can-run-yourself', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-10 07:06:30', '2012-10-10 12:06:30', '[...] RT <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/susanmazza/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@susanmazza</a>: DIY Leadership Development: Easy Leadership Programs You Can Run Yourself http://t.co/Ko9Xjk2g via <a href=\"http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mikehenrysr/\" rel=\"nofollow\">@mikehenrysr</a> ^km...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10255, 4706, 'A Rising Tide in Leadership | Leadership Online | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-online/p/2847869016/a-rising-tide-in-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-01 14:05:31', '2012-10-01 19:05:31', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10256, 4706, 'A Rising Tide in Leadership | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/3055412737/a-rising-tide-in-leadership', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-22 02:17:15', '2012-10-22 07:17:15', '[...] The character-based leader is the new leadership model. Character-based leaders lead from who they are on the inside. Their quality of character, not their position or power, determines their ability to inspire achievement. Individual character-based leaders create energy, passion and value in their community. The new leader inspires, equips and mobilizes leadership behaviors in others. And these new leaders aren&rsquo;t waiting for new celebrities and new programs. They&rsquo;re creating their own.The new leadership model thrives in &ldquo;Community.&rdquo; Community replaces hierarchy as the new infrastructure. Words like &ldquo;organization&rdquo; and &ldquo;hierarchy&rdquo; drop from favor and are replaced by words like &ldquo;tribe,&rdquo; &ldquo;clan,&rdquo; &ldquo;culture,&rdquo; and &ldquo;community.&rdquo; Top-down organizations drain energy from free-agent cultures. A great community brings out the best in the character-based leader. The community elevates and launches these leaders to new achievements, like the book just released by the Lead Change Group. The new community is peer-based; members are equals, leadership is a role, and ideas exist in a free market competing equally for attention and resources. Competition for lasting positive impact elevates each participant.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10257, 7304, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; Page Cole: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/12/page-cole-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-11 23:25:15', '2012-10-12 04:25:15', '[...] Listen to Page&#8217;s interview on the Lead Change Group blog. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10258, 7329, 'Christina Haxton: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2862292795/christina-haxton-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-03 00:54:38', '2012-10-03 05:54:38', '[...] Professional Intimacy &amp; Sustainable Leadership ... WHAT??&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10259, 7329, 'Christina Haxton: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview | Mindful Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/mindful-leadership/p/2863391795/christina-haxton-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-03 01:01:18', '2012-10-03 06:01:18', '[...] Professional Intimacy &amp; Sustainable Leadership ... WHAT??&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10260, 7329, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; Christina Haxton: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/08/christina-haxton-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-07 23:20:12', '2012-10-08 04:20:12', '[...] Listen to the interview [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10261, 7390, 'Called to the Front | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2818777864/called-to-the-front', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-28 06:17:51', '2012-09-28 11:17:51', '[...] A few years ago I was asked to speak on &ldquo;Leadership&rdquo; to a women&rsquo;s professional networking group within the Utility industry.&nbsp; To prepare for the topic, which of course is really quite broad, I randomly selected about a dozen women in the organization to talk with about leadership.&nbsp; I wanted to know whom they thought of when they thought of leaders in their life, if the women saw themselves as leaders, and how the women spent their time inside and outside of work. &nbsp; Most of the women I spoke with were servants and most of them did not see themselves as leaders.&nbsp; They served from where they were in all aspects of life.&nbsp;&nbsp;  Serving is at the very heart of leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;And this was the message that these women needed to hear most.&nbsp; It was by the very nature of their serving others that they were tapping into their leadership abilities.&nbsp; In their very service, they were being &ldquo;called to the front&rdquo; &ndash; essentially to serve as leaders.&nbsp; &nbsp; They did not set out to lead, they set out to serve.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10262, 7390, 'Called to the Front | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2819867838/called-to-the-front', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-28 09:02:42', '2012-09-28 14:02:42', '[...] A few years ago I was asked to speak on &ldquo;Leadership&rdquo; to a women&rsquo;s professional networking group within the Utility industry.&nbsp; To prepare for the topic, which of course is really quite broad, I randomly selected about a dozen women in the organization to talk with about leadership.&nbsp; I wanted to know whom they thought of when they thought of leaders in their life, if the women saw themselves as leaders, and how the women spent their time inside and outside of work. &nbsp; Most of the women I spoke with were servants and most of them did not see themselves as leaders.&nbsp; They served from where they were in all aspects of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Serving is at the very heart of leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;And this was the message that these women needed to hear most.&nbsp; It was by the very nature of their serving others that they were tapping into their leadership abilities.&nbsp; In their very service, they were being &ldquo;called to the front&rdquo; &ndash; essentially to serve as leaders.&nbsp; &nbsp; They did not set out to lead, they set out to serve.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10263, 7390, 'Called to the Front | Educational Tools for Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/empowerment-for-leaders/p/2823269316/called-to-the-front', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-28 14:30:30', '2012-09-28 19:30:30', '[...] A few years ago I was asked to speak on &ldquo;Leadership&rdquo; to a women&rsquo;s professional networking group within the Utility industry.&nbsp; To prepare for the topic, which of course is really quite broad, I randomly selected about a dozen women in the organization to talk with about leadership.&nbsp; I wanted to know whom they thought of when they thought of leaders in their life, if the women saw themselves as leaders, and how the women spent their time inside and outside of work. &nbsp; Most of the women I spoke with were servants and most of them did not see themselves as leaders.&nbsp; They served from where they were in all aspects of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Serving is at the very heart of leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;And this was the message that these women needed to hear most.&nbsp; It was by the very nature of their serving others that they were tapping into their leadership abilities.&nbsp; In their very service, they were being &ldquo;called to the front&rdquo; &ndash; essentially to serve as leaders.&nbsp; &nbsp; They did not set out to lead, they set out to serve.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10264, 7390, 'Called to the Front | Global Leadership Coaching by Equanimity Executive | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/global-leadership-coaching-1/p/2827196324/called-to-the-front', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-29 00:17:52', '2012-09-29 05:17:52', '[...] A few years ago I was asked to speak on &ldquo;Leadership&rdquo; to a women&rsquo;s professional networking group within the Utility industry.&nbsp; To prepare for the topic, which of course is really quite broad, I randomly selected about a dozen women in the organization to talk with about leadership.&nbsp; I wanted to know whom they thought of when they thought of leaders in their life, if the women saw themselves as leaders, and how the women spent their time inside and outside of work. &nbsp; Most of the women I spoke with were servants and most of them did not see themselves as leaders.&nbsp; They served from where they were in all aspects of life.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Serving is at the very heart of leadership.&nbsp;&nbsp;And this was the message that these women needed to hear most.&nbsp; It was by the very nature of their serving others that they were tapping into their leadership abilities.&nbsp; In their very service, they were being &ldquo;called to the front&rdquo; &ndash; essentially to serve as leaders.&nbsp; &nbsp; They did not set out to lead, they set out to serve.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10265, 7390, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-29 05:55:54', '2012-09-29 10:55:54', 'Sounds like a fantastic talk.  Very inspiring. Thanks for sharing.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10266, 7390, 'Kel', 'keletso.maganoniebling@gmail.com', '', '110.175.71.1', '2012-09-29 07:11:33', '2012-09-29 12:11:33', 'Thanks Cathy for sharing the true heart of leadership.\nThis is trully a great insight for aspiring leaders like me.\n\nAgain Thank you,\nKel', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10267, 7390, 'Cynthia J Stewart', 'cynthia@evermoreservices.com', 'http://EverMoreServices.com', '99.101.244.118', '2012-09-30 20:28:46', '2012-10-01 01:28:46', 'Thanks Karin.  It\'s amazing what you find out as a \"speaker\" when you listen to what others have to say :)', 0, '1', '', '', 10265, 0),
(10268, 7390, 'Cynthia J Stewart', 'cynthia@evermoreservices.com', 'http://EverMoreServices.com', '99.101.244.118', '2012-09-30 20:31:24', '2012-10-01 01:31:24', 'Kel,\nI am glad that this blog was helpful for you.  We have been turning things upside down for years regarding leadership!  So many people need to hear that serving others is the first step in beginning our leadership path.\nGood luck on your path.\nBest to you, Cynthia', 0, '1', '', '', 10266, 0),
(10269, 7390, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; S. Max Brown: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/09/s-max-brown-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-08 23:25:11', '2012-10-09 04:25:11', '[...] your copy now at thecharacterbasedleader.com, Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble or [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10270, 7394, 'Konferenzkalender', 'tracey.dalton@gmail.com', 'http://Urlly.co/companyeventsvenues296121', '46.29.251.162', '2016-09-30 22:40:21', '2016-10-01 02:40:21', 'as I website possessor I believe the subject\nmatter here is very  superb, appreciate it for your efforts.', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(10271, 7398, 'Deborah L. Parker', 'dlparker6@verizon.net', '', '108.44.156.144', '2012-09-26 06:30:49', '2012-09-26 11:30:49', 'Important post Georgia. It\'s easy to forget the role that leaders have in setting the tone for a supportive and inspiring environment.  And that others observe how they handle the rough spots of their role.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 310),
(10272, 7398, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-26 07:37:37', '2012-09-26 12:37:37', 'This post is spot on, Georgia.  It reflects many of the ideas that I have learned about why I am inspired by some people and how I can help to inspire others.  Well said.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10273, 7398, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '76.84.231.51', '2012-09-26 07:57:06', '2012-09-26 12:57:06', 'Thank you so much for your kind comment, Deborah. I agree. The organizational culture is key in making it safe for employees to be creative and take risks. So many times we forget that, and then we wonder why it is so difficult to create change!  Warmly, Georgia', 0, '1', '', '', 10271, 266),
(10274, 7398, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '76.84.231.51', '2012-09-26 07:59:05', '2012-09-26 12:59:05', 'Thank you, Deb. It is such a pleasure to be part of this community of like-minded people who are inspiring to me, and are so eager to learn and help others.\n\nWishing you only the best!\n\nGeorgia', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 266),
(10275, 7398, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.222.92.234', '2012-09-26 21:48:34', '2012-09-27 02:48:34', '\"Develop mastery of your chosen path.\" My takeaway from this post. Excellent aspect of inspiring people. Thanks Georgia!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10276, 7398, 'Leadership Perspectives: Inspiring Others | Influence vs manipulation | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/influence-vs-manipulation/p/2811417375/leadership-perspectives-inspiring-others', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-27 11:54:51', '2012-09-27 16:54:51', '[...] &ldquo;I&rsquo;ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.&rdquo; &ndash; Maya Angelou&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10277, 7398, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-09-27 14:52:15', '2012-09-27 19:52:15', 'Georgia -- love your apt reminder about vulnerability! With so many things in society rewarding perfection, we constantly have to remind ourselves that no one can be expected to know everything and to succeed every time. It\'s be giving ourselves permission to fail that we find the right answers internally and externally.  Good post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10278, 7398, 'Georgia Feiste', 'Georgia@Collaborativetransitions.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/gfeiste/', '76.84.231.51', '2012-09-27 18:34:01', '2012-09-27 23:34:01', 'Thanks so much, Jane. I really appreciate the \"Good post\" coming from you.  Hope you are enjoying the launch week - Georgia', 0, '1', '', '', 10277, 266),
(10279, 7398, '5 for Leadership (9/28/12) - Gary Runn', '', 'http://garyrunn.com/2012/09/28/5-for-leadership-92812/', '69.89.31.86', '2012-09-28 06:39:00', '2012-09-28 11:39:00', '[...] Leadership Perspectives: Inspiring Others  This comes from the Lead Change Group blog.  This post will also cause you to think carefully about character based leadership.  Georgia Feiste provides eight great qualities that she admires in others and bring inspiration to others.  You will see things that you are already doing (but could maybe do better) and things that you may not be doing, but would like to master. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10280, 7398, 'Leadership Perspectives: Inspiring Others | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/3054630232/leadership-perspectives-inspiring-others', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-21 23:47:48', '2012-10-22 04:47:48', '[...] Be yourself. You live in a world that is constantly trying to make you into its own image &ndash; just like everyone else. Find the courage, strength and stamina to be who you are &ndash; be the best version of who you are on your own terms. Live your life by choice, removing yourself from any situation you cannot put your heart into. It won&rsquo;t be easy. The challenge is to be comfortable with who you are.Engage in activities you care about. Look to your interests, your principles and your values (making sure they are truly yours, and not someone else&rsquo;s you have agreed to). How can you make a difference? You may take an active role in your city council, or planning commission. You might find safe harbor in spiritual pursuits or social organizations supporting causes you believe in. Making these commitments brings happiness and meaning to your life, and this passion inspires others.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10281, 7401, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-25 10:23:59', '2012-09-25 15:23:59', 'Hi Claudio,\n\nThank you for offering a thought-provoking post on trust.  I am wondering what you think about the following statement:  \"Preparation is within your control, outcomes rarely are.\"    I ask because I believe that organizations that promise results, even in the presence of past success, will have more difficulty in maintaining integrity.  I know that results matter in business and that companies that don\'t produce will not succeed, but I do have concerns about this idea as a focus in determining trust.  Perhaps I am misunderstanding your point here.  Can you tell me more?\n\nDeb', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10282, 7401, 'Claudio Morelli', 'dclaudio.morelli@gmail.com', '', '70.68.154.244', '2012-09-25 15:04:35', '2012-09-25 20:04:35', 'Deb, I agree that organizations that promise results do so at the expense of maintaining integrity due to the bottom line. However, in my view the most successful organizations are those that build a solid and sustainable foundation and culture of trust from their employees and from their clientele. They  do so by establishing a long term and enduring plan and not only make integrity a clear focus throughout the organization but communicate it and model it at all levels of the organization.\nThis  includes recruiting and selecting people that communicate and demonstrate integrity. The senior leadership, including the CEO, plays a key role in this as they set the tone for the organization. Successful and sustainable leadership requires in my view leaders who model integrity. Hope that helps. Thanks for your comments and question.\n\nClaudio', 0, '1', '', '', 10281, 308),
(10283, 7401, 'Building A Trusted Brand For Your Organization? Consider The 4 Cores Of Credibility | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/3054602517/building-a-trusted-brand-for-your-organization-consider-the-4-cores-of-credibility', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-21 23:36:20', '2012-10-22 04:36:20', '[...] 4 Cores of Credibility; Integrity, Intent, Capabilities, and Results.Core #1: IntegrityDoes your organization have integrity?Does your organization have a reputation for honesty?Does your organization have values that people believe in and can trust?Core #2: IntentDoes your organization demonstrate good intent?Is your organization perceived as genuinely caring for its customers or does it sacrifice caring for profit?Core #3: CapabilitiesDo people associate your organization with quality and continuous improvement?Is your organization recognized as having the ability to accomplish its goals in ways that build trust?Core #4: ResultsIs your organization associated with obtaining results?Do people feel that your organization delivers what it promises?Would your customers recommend your organization to others?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10284, 7420, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; Mary Schaefer: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/11/mary-schaefer-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-10 23:41:23', '2012-10-11 04:41:23', '[...] Listen to Mary&#8217;s interview here! [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10285, 7423, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.230.246.73', '2012-09-27 20:42:16', '2012-09-28 01:42:16', 'Thanks Christina- appreciate the nudge to just be ok with the way things are for a while.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10286, 7423, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.30.186.97', '2012-10-01 16:53:24', '2012-10-01 21:53:24', 'Glen, thanks for taking the time to comment, and if gave you a nudge even better :)  I must admit it was a real note to myself as well as hopefully helping others allow themselves some time out, even if just for a short time.  Take care and best wishes  - Christina', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10287, 7428, 'Shawn Murphy (@shawmu)', 'shawn@achievedstrategies.com', 'http://www.switchandshift.com', '99.17.5.230', '2012-09-27 09:30:36', '2012-09-27 14:30:36', 'Mike,\nI\'m so excited to see the book has come out. I know the journey was not at all what you and the other authors expected. That is, however, a key characteristic of insightful journeys.\n\nAs for your post, traffic was good yesterday. It usually picks up on the second day. It has to do with some wacky bug with our theme and RSS. One of many reasons we\'re switching to a different theme.\n\nSo proud of you and the other authors. What an amazing milestone for LCG!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10288, 7428, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; Tara Alemany: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/10/tara-alemany-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-09 22:53:27', '2012-10-10 03:53:27', '[...] your copy now at characterbasedleader.com, Amazon, Barnes &amp; Noble or [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10289, 17965, 'Deborah Costello', 'costellod@trinityprep.org', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/costelloland/', '138.210.92.134', '2012-09-24 08:02:21', '2012-09-24 13:02:21', 'So many people contributed so much to this effort!  Thank you for the shout out Mike.  Your vision started it all and now we have this wonderful book as testament to your vision.  I am humbled to have been given the opportunity to participate and have learned so much.  Did you know that before I joined the Lead-Change group at Leaderpalooza, I had never written anything for a public forum?  Thank you for believing that I had something to say.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 258),
(10290, 17965, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '64.207.236.118', '2012-09-24 08:11:16', '2012-09-24 13:11:16', 'Thanks Deb. I\'m grateful for everyone who has contributed to the effort. Nothing beats being part of a team.', 0, '1', '', '', 10289, 243),
(10291, 17965, 'The Character-Based Leader Book Project: My 10 Leadership Lessons | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2778398300/the-character-based-leader-book-project-my-10-leadership-lessons', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-24 08:49:40', '2012-09-24 13:49:40', '[...] Ideas create possibility and possibility creates hope. The object of hope is a vision. &nbsp; &quot;Let&rsquo;s write a book.&rdquo; &nbsp; Often we don&rsquo;t see significant turning points in our life. Or we don&rsquo;t realize their significance when they happen. Many times radical change comes from a simple decision. Some decisions fire off a chain reaction of additional decisions leading to unexplored territory. You find yourself wondering, &ldquo;How did we ever get here?&rdquo; &nbsp; Have you made any of those commitments? Have you chased an idea and found yourself months and miles from where you ever thought you would be?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10292, 17965, 'Jennifer V. Miller', 'jmiller@people-equation.com', 'http://people-equation.com', '68.248.223.187', '2012-09-24 12:21:59', '2012-09-24 17:21:59', 'Mike,\n\nIt has been an honor to venture on this journey with you and the *many* others who helped make this book a reality. Thanks for this personal reflection. We can ALL lead, if we dig deep and decide that it will be so.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10293, 17965, 'Will Lukang', 'will.lukang@gmail.com', 'http://willlukang@wordpress.com', '162.66.52.230', '2012-09-24 14:33:24', '2012-09-24 19:33:24', 'Mike,\n\nLeaders are good followers especially if the leader-of-leaders inspires them to act and overcome distance and lack of physical meeting to accomplish a goal.   You have  encouraged and inspired us to come together and instigate this leadership revolution that aims to develop one person at a time\n\nOn my bucket list, I have writing a book as one of my goals.  To achieve this dream along side 20 other respected people in the leadership field is truly a \"GIFT\".   I\'m thankful for this opportunity.   May this be the start of a new journey for all of us.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10294, 17965, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-09-25 05:26:52', '2012-09-25 10:26:52', 'Thanks Jennifer. I\'m grateful that we share the idea that \"we can ALL lead...\" I hope people take the opportunity and go make a positive difference in the world.  Mike...', 0, '1', '', '', 10292, 243),
(10295, 17965, 'Mike Henry', 'mike@leadchangegroup.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/mike/', '98.178.138.219', '2012-09-25 05:29:24', '2012-09-25 10:29:24', 'Will, I\'m glad you were part of this project too.  Probably an eleventh lesson lies in the joy of when your teammates take the lead.  You and most of the other authors had some extra cycles to chip in and do some of the work of creating this besides just writing.  There\'s a lot that goes on.  Thanks for being part of the group and the book.', 0, '1', '', '', 10293, 243),
(10296, 17969, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.30.130.151', '2012-09-27 11:20:02', '2012-09-27 16:20:02', 'Alan\n\nI love this concept. I often draw the analogy of life with directing a film and your article brings the concept to life perfectly.  One of my coaching tools is to ask clients to \"imagine they are viewing or directing a film\" It provides a great way to detach and see things clearly.   The exercise of producing live theatre in a day in the way you\'ve described is a brilliant way to demonstrate focussed outcome executed by talented players at all levels, as you\'ve outlined.  Thank you so much for sharing.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10297, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2811325522/leadership-asap', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-27 11:27:27', '2012-09-27 16:27:27', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10298, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP |', '', 'http://christinapd.wordpress.com/2012/09/27/leadership-asap/', '72.233.96.170', '2012-09-27 11:29:25', '2012-09-27 16:29:25', '[...] on leadchangegroup.com Share this:TwitterFacebookLinkedInPinterestRedditStumbleUponTumblrEmailPrintLike this:LikeBe the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10299, 17969, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.230.246.73', '2012-09-27 20:48:37', '2012-09-28 01:48:37', 'Great post, Alan- very motivational. Gives cause for evaluation, but also encouragement to do something great with my team!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10300, 17969, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '24.26.237.173', '2012-09-27 21:25:13', '2012-09-28 02:25:13', 'Christina,\n\nI\'m so glad this resonates with you.  I absolutely like your idea of imagining yourself directing a movie. That seems like a great way to help someone gain perspective. I plan to try that out.\n\nThank you for reading and commenting.\n\nAlan', 0, '1', '', '', 10296, 323),
(10301, 17969, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '24.26.237.173', '2012-09-27 21:29:55', '2012-09-28 02:29:55', 'Glen,\n\nI appreciate your response, and hope you do something great with your team. I\'d love to hear about it if you feel so inclined.\n\nAlan', 0, '1', '', '', 10299, 323),
(10302, 17969, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-09-28 06:02:26', '2012-09-28 11:02:26', 'I often find when there is a really tight deadline work gets done so much more efficiently.  Normal protocols and formalities go out the window and everyone just works on the work.  There is much to be learned from times like that.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10303, 17969, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '24.26.237.173', '2012-09-28 07:26:22', '2012-09-28 12:26:22', 'Karin,\n\nI\'ve noticed that too!  Makes me wonder what else we could accomplish in the slow times.  Some untapped potential there, I think. Thanks for the great comment.\n\nAlan', 0, '1', '', '', 10302, 323),
(10304, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP | breakthrough leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/breakthrough-leadership/p/2836877508/leadership-asap', '89.30.105.121', '2012-09-30 12:52:36', '2012-09-30 17:52:36', '[...] Leadership ASAP http://t.co/RHfMKEgB Leading in a hurry?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10305, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/3055406498/leadership-asap', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-22 02:18:11', '2012-10-22 07:18:11', '[...] A hard deadlineThe schedule is set. The audience will arrive and the curtain will go up. The show must go on, as they say in the theater world. There is no chance of a delay. It is now or never, and not performing is not an option.The best thing about Theater ASAP is when it&rsquo;s over. You&rsquo;re exhausted. Your mind and your entire body hurts. All you want to do is sleep. But, you also feel amazing. Nothing quite compares with that moment you walk off the stage and know that you and the rest of the cast pulled it off. That&rsquo;s what has made me go back more than once.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10306, 17969, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '71.224.4.26', '2012-10-23 08:29:22', '2012-10-23 13:29:22', 'Alan, this is great. Theater ASAP has so many useful parallels with leadership.\n\nMy takeaway is the power of volunteer dedication.  In your example, because people are coming together who may not know each other, it truly does require dedication to the \"mission\" - egos aside - do whatever it takes to accomplish the task.\n\nIt is easy to forget that we are volunteers at work, when a new job might be hard to find.  Wonder what would happen if for a day we embraced our volunteer status?\n\nThank you for sharing your experience and insights.\nMary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10307, 17969, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '208.190.165.188', '2012-10-24 08:11:35', '2012-10-24 13:11:35', 'Mary, I love that you picked up on that element.  You pose an excellent question.  I suppose people might look through a different lens and perhaps they\'d be focused on doing what\'s right for  others and the company, rather than pushing an independent agenda?  Thought provoking, for sure.\n\nThanks for your thoughts.\nAlan', 0, '1', '', '', 10306, 323),
(10308, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP | Professional People-Skills | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/professional-people-skills/p/3091636220/leadership-asap', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-25 10:40:02', '2012-10-25 15:40:02', '[...] Can you lead a team in a hurry? What does it take?&nbsp; Lessons from live theater!&nbsp; Post by Alan Derek Utley on LeadchangeGroup.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10309, 17969, 'Leadership ASAP | Knowledge Hub | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/knowledge-hub/p/3153993150/leadership-asap', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-31 08:26:05', '2012-10-31 13:26:05', '[...] Can you lead a team in a hurry? What does it take?&nbsp; Lessons from live theater!&nbsp; Post by Alan Derek Utley on LeadchangeGroup.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10310, 17970, 'Decisions That Destroy A Leader&rsquo;s Legacy | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2865486064/decisions-that-destroy-a-leader-s-legacy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-03 06:28:58', '2012-10-03 11:28:58', '[...] John Maxwell&nbsp;once commented on the time it typically takes to develop your leadership. The first few years in the organization is spent building relationships and showing your worth by the production you do. From years 5 to 7, you begin to see real traction as people recognize your leadership skill and contributions.  After year seven, you begin to see results from your reputation in the community. This is why, he points out, if you continually move &ndash; from one job to another, from one place to another &ndash; you will have difficulty experiencing the larger returns on your leadership. They just don&rsquo;t come quickly. When you do stick it out, through the good and the bad over the years, you can enjoy some great rewards as a leader.  Amazingly, all those years of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice for your vision, can be wiped out so much quicker than you created it. A legacy of great achievement can be removed from the public memory because of a gross violation of leadership ethics.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10311, 17970, 'Jenny', 'jenny@salesengine.com', 'http://www.salesengine.com', '67.173.5.159', '2012-10-03 09:47:31', '2012-10-03 14:47:31', 'This is all too true, Jeff. In my work, it\'s too often that I see a leader of an organization be inconsistent. I think this inconsistency in character and discipline communicates to his/her team that he/she doesn\'t take the job seriously. Leadership is all about consistency. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10312, 17970, 'Decisions That Destroy A Leader&rsquo;s Legacy | 21st Century Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/21st-century-leadership/p/2867832048/decisions-that-destroy-a-leader-s-legacy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-03 11:27:39', '2012-10-03 16:27:39', '[...] John Maxwell&nbsp;once commented on the time it typically takes to develop your leadership. The first few years in the organization is spent building relationships and showing your worth by the production you do. From years 5 to 7, you begin to see real traction as people recognize your leadership skill and contributions. &nbsp; After year seven, you begin to see results from your reputation in the community. This is why, he points out, if you continually move &ndash; from one job to another, from one place to another &ndash; you will have difficulty experiencing the larger returns on your leadership. They just don&rsquo;t come quickly. When you do stick it out, through the good and the bad over the years, you can enjoy some great rewards as a leader. &nbsp; Amazingly, all those years of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice for your vision, can be wiped out so much quicker than you created it. A legacy of great achievement can be removed from the public memory because of a gross violation of leadership ethics.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10313, 17970, 'Jon Goodwin', 'hbcpastorjon@yahoo.com', 'http://pastor242.wordpress.com', '96.243.43.63', '2012-10-03 15:33:09', '2012-10-03 20:33:09', 'Small integrity compromises does not go unnoticed.  If your team does not believe they can trust you, they will not follow you.  (recently dealt with this)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10314, 17970, 'Decisions That Destroy A Leader&rsquo;s Legacy | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2873669712/decisions-that-destroy-a-leader-s-legacy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-04 01:56:12', '2012-10-04 06:56:12', '[...] John Maxwell&nbsp;once commented on the time it typically takes to develop your leadership. The first few years in the organization is spent building relationships and showing your worth by the production you do. From years 5 to 7, you begin to see real traction as people recognize your leadership skill and contributions. &nbsp; After year seven, you begin to see results from your reputation in the community. This is why, he points out, if you continually move &ndash; from one job to another, from one place to another &ndash; you will have difficulty experiencing the larger returns on your leadership. They just don&rsquo;t come quickly. When you do stick it out, through the good and the bad over the years, you can enjoy some great rewards as a leader. &nbsp; Amazingly, all those years of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice for your vision, can be wiped out so much quicker than you created it. A legacy of great achievement can be removed from the public memory because of a gross violation of leadership ethics.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10315, 17970, 'Jeff Orr', 'jefforr6@gmail.com', 'http://www.indemandleadership.com', '72.201.105.211', '2012-10-04 15:20:56', '2012-10-04 20:20:56', 'Thanks Jenny. I agree, consistency is one of the keys. Whether it is with a team or your kids at home, consistency communicates and establishes a sense of security or boundaries that allow people to flourish.', 0, '1', '', '', 10311, 309),
(10316, 17970, 'Jeff Orr', 'jefforr6@gmail.com', 'http://www.indemandleadership.com', '72.201.105.211', '2012-10-04 15:22:46', '2012-10-04 20:22:46', 'So true! Trust takes time to develop but can be eroded quickly. Deeper relationship is critical for building deep trust.', 0, '1', '', '', 10313, 309),
(10317, 17970, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-10-05 06:11:23', '2012-10-05 11:11:23', 'Sometime it\'s the big bad decisions... but it can also be a series of small bad choices that create patterns.  I have seen both play out and destroy trust.  On the flip side, building a legacy can happen that way as well... through a wonderful series of doing the small things with authenticity and integrity.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10318, 17970, 'Jeff Orr', 'jefforr6@gmail.com', 'http://www.indemandleadership.com', '72.201.105.211', '2012-10-05 10:56:19', '2012-10-05 15:56:19', 'Good point Karin. Leaders don\'t fall in a day. It is the daily, consistent smaller decisions that lead us down one path or another. If you are a leader who values integrity, you\'re not going to wake up one day and decide to have a major breach of integrity. Instead, it will start with a small decision to hide or ignore an issue that is fairly insignificant. Once we do that, it\'s easier to do it again with a bigger issue and so on.', 0, '1', '', '', 10317, 309),
(10319, 17970, 'Decisions That Destroy A Leader&rsquo;s Legacy | Sustainable Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/sustainable-leadership/p/2940025664/decisions-that-destroy-a-leader-s-legacy', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-10 17:30:37', '2012-10-10 22:30:37', '[...] John Maxwell&nbsp;once commented on the time it typically takes to develop your leadership. The first few years in the organization is spent building relationships and showing your worth by the production you do. From years 5 to 7, you begin to see real traction as people recognize your leadership skill and contributions. &nbsp; After year seven, you begin to see results from your reputation in the community. This is why, he points out, if you continually move &ndash; from one job to another, from one place to another &ndash; you will have difficulty experiencing the larger returns on your leadership. They just don&rsquo;t come quickly. When you do stick it out, through the good and the bad over the years, you can enjoy some great rewards as a leader. &nbsp; Amazingly, all those years of hard work, dedication, and sacrifice for your vision, can be wiped out so much quicker than you created it. A legacy of great achievement can be removed from the public memory because of a gross violation of leadership ethics.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0);
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(10320, 17971, 'Feedback &amp; Coaching: Putting the Pieces Together | Aspire Limited Weekly Update 9th September 2012 | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/aspire-limited-weekly-update-9th-september-2012/p/2864576236/feedback-coaching-putting-the-pieces-together', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-03 03:59:05', '2012-10-03 08:59:05', '[...] Feedback is apart of every organization and a very important part of leadership and employee development.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10321, 17971, 'Feedback &amp; Coaching: Putting the Pieces Together | Aspire Limited Weekly Update - 7th October 2010 | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/aspire-limited-weekly-update-7th-october-2010/p/2897893033/feedback-coaching-putting-the-pieces-together', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-06 10:25:30', '2012-10-06 15:25:30', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10322, 17971, 'Rebecca pelke', 'rpelke@impactlearning.com', 'http://www.impactlearning.com/', '72.29.165.83', '2012-10-09 11:12:10', '2012-10-09 16:12:10', 'I really like this blog because it discusses the importance of feedback and coaching for employees. Coaching skills can increase employee productivity, decrease employee turnover time, and optimize center performance. I like the fundamental of coaching that talks about consistency because it is hard to make something happen if it is not habit and if it is not done regularly. For more information on coaching skills check out our blog at http://www.impactlearning.com/skills-for-coaching-employees-from-potential-to-performance/', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10323, 17971, 'Margaret', 'Margaret@margaretfeinberg.com', 'http://www.margaretfeinberg.com', '24.8.21.235', '2012-10-17 14:18:58', '2012-10-17 19:18:58', 'Maybe we need to remember that as we  give feedback to others, they might not interpret the information as feedback. To some, filing out a sheet of paper is feedback and anything less won\'t click, but to others a simple smile or a \"well done\" will do. Every one is different.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10324, 17972, 'Third of 3 | Things Managers Do to Set Staff Up for Success | Learning Leader Blog', '', 'http://learningleader.org/2012/10/third-of-3-things-managers-do-to-set-staff-up-for-success/', '184.154.234.5', '2012-10-04 13:43:56', '2012-10-04 18:43:56', '[...] of 3 | Things Managers Do to Set Staff Up for Success  October 4, 2012   I read this and immediately began to ask myself, &#8220;Is anyone listening?&#8221; 3. Provide a path for the [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10325, 17972, '3 Things Great Leaders Do To Set People Up For Success | mklogica.es | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/mklogica-es/p/2885178615/3-things-great-leaders-do-to-set-people-up-for-success', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-05 04:13:41', '2012-10-05 09:13:41', '[...] How many times have you, as the leader been in this position? You are about to have a serious discussion with an employee about their performance but find out that you were a lousy leader. You were part of the problem and now the solution. &nbsp; Employees typically don&rsquo;t fail. They are failed by their leaders. &nbsp; V&iacute;a @leadchangegroup @isaiassharon&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10326, 17972, '旅游门票', 'wenxiao_ke231@outlook.com', 'http://www.boyouwang.com/ticketing/', '211.23.160.243', '2015-12-02 22:31:55', '2015-12-03 03:31:55', '<a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/Investigate/Survery\" rel=\"nofollow\">问卷调查</a> 机票要特价, <a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/zt/August2014/\" rel=\"nofollow\">澳大利亚机票</a> 问卷调查，看我博游网,澳大利亚机票！给我一个经济舱，我将还您一个高大上！ 以下来自南航官方语言：Best Buy Sale – Be quick! Offer ends Saturday Apr 30, 2015For departures from Today until Nov <a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/line/\" rel=\"nofollow\">旅游路线</a>  15, 2015 (blackout dates applied),旅游路线,Fares (Premium Economy)start from $630, departing from Brisbane / Melbourne / Perth / Sydney to over 20 cities in', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(10327, 17972, '旅游门票', 'xiaoqian520zhao@outlook.com', 'http://www.boyouwang.com/ticketing/', '222.79.82.67', '2016-01-13 22:33:23', '2016-01-14 03:33:23', 'Brisbane Highlights Bus Tour with Lone Pine in Australia,门票预订Tra <a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/ticketing/\" rel=\"nofollow\">门票预订</a> vel past the sandstone buildings of the GPO <a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/zt/August2014/\" rel=\"nofollow\">澳大利亚首都悉尼</a>  and Macarthur House on this small group tour. See the Anzac memorial and Shrine of Remembrance. Visit Lone Pine Koala Sanctuary (entry included) - home  <a href=\"http://www.boyouwang.com/line/\" rel=\"nofollow\">路线</a> to over 120 koalas.Lone Pine is set on 5', 0, '0', '', '', 0, 0),
(10328, 7464, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-10-05 06:06:25', '2012-10-05 11:06:25', 'I believe strongly in all the activities you mentioned.  Great post.  I was surprised to see your recommended % so low.  I spend much more time on these activities, and I see a huge ROI.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10329, 7464, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-10-05 06:27:54', '2012-10-05 11:27:54', 'Thanks, Karin, for your feedback. The percentage I included was just for example. I am interested in hearing what you and others believe is the right level. Thoughts? Is the right \"good\" leadership overhead rate 10%, 20%.... Let me know your thoughts. Thanks so much! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 10328, 290),
(10330, 7464, 'LAMP: Turning on the Right Leadership Overhead | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2886644339/lamp-turning-on-the-right-leadership-overhead', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-05 07:05:28', '2012-10-05 12:05:28', '[...] Leadership overhead is necessary, if properly applied. When it becomes a complete burden on others, theleadership overhead shifts and weighs down&nbsp;on teams and organizations. The balance between enough and going too far is for leaders to recognize and others to hold them accountable against a reasonable standard. What constitutes a leadership overhead standard? Part of the formula can be time. If we say a 5% leadership overhead is a reasonable rate, then what is it applied to? One logical element is time spent. Let&rsquo;s take a 40-hour work week. Now, I know most work more hours than this, but it sets the example. &nbsp; Applying 5% to a 40-hour work week means 2 hours should be spent on leadership overhead. It seems like a solid amount to spend, and maybe it should be time-capped on certain activities in order to get the most positive benefit.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10331, 7464, 'Jeff Orr', 'jefforr6@gmail.com', 'http://www.indemandleadership.com', '72.201.105.211', '2012-10-05 12:10:16', '2012-10-05 17:10:16', 'Even though a leader may dedicate a specific time to LAMP, I would challenge us all to expand our thinking into utilizing these activities all throughout the day. You can apply them to each meeting and interaction in small ways. This perspective shift allows for greater growth across the board.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 309),
(10332, 7464, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-10-05 14:04:45', '2012-10-05 19:04:45', 'Excellent point, Jeff. Increments of time spent on these activities can become big leverage points throughout a day and week. Appreciate the addition! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 10331, 290),
(10333, 7464, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.227.182.7', '2012-10-05 22:34:18', '2012-10-06 03:34:18', 'Glad to see the leadership overhead discussion continue. LAMP is an excellent guide to appropriate overhead. Love the concept; it\'s very tangible, even as a way to provide perspective to employees on how much time is actually spent on development and evaluate how effective it has been in improving performance.\n\nThanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10334, 7464, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '107.193.201.59', '2012-10-06 09:31:12', '2012-10-06 14:31:12', 'Thanks, Glen. I like that perspective of how it can help people on both sides - leader and team members. Appreciate it! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 10333, 290),
(10335, 7464, 'LAMP: Turning on the Right Leadership Overhead | Leading Choices | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-choices/p/2913571205/lamp-turning-on-the-right-leadership-overhead', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 09:53:08', '2012-10-08 14:53:08', '[...] Leadership overhead is necessary, if properly applied. When it becomes a complete burden on others, the leadership overhead shifts and weighs down on teams and organizations. The balance between enough and going too far is for leaders to recognize and others to hold them accountable against a reasonable standard. &nbsp; What constitutes a leadership overhead standard? &nbsp; Check out the LAMP model - Learning, Adapting, Mentoring, Planning.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10336, 7467, '5 things Character-based Leaders do - LeadBIG | LeadBIG', '', 'http://getyourbigon.com/leadbigblog/5-things-character-based-leaders-do/', '184.168.193.21', '2012-10-10 08:54:34', '2012-10-10 13:54:34', '[...] guest posting over at the Lead Change Group blog [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10337, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | BIZCATALYST 360°', '', 'http://bizcatalyst360.com/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing/', '66.84.10.46', '2012-10-10 09:53:54', '2012-10-10 14:53:54', '[...] more:  5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing. Share/Bookmark      On October 10, 2012  &nbsp; / &nbsp; @LEADERSHIP &nbsp; / &nbsp; Leave a [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10338, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Metta Solutions Change &amp; Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/metta-solutions-change-leadership/p/2936044661/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-10 10:04:17', '2012-10-10 15:04:17', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10339, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Coaching in Education for learning and leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-in-education/p/2945790247/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-11 08:21:05', '2012-10-11 13:21:05', '[...] RT @RealMarkSpencer: 5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing http://t.co/SY8icOJJ via @zite...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10340, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Common Core and Teacher Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/common-core-and-teacher-leadership/p/2947058076/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-11 09:15:30', '2012-10-11 14:15:30', '[...] RT @RealMarkSpencer: 5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing http://t.co/SY8icOJJ via @zite...&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10341, 7467, 'Michele Price (@prosperitygal)', 'michele@whoismicheleprice.com', 'http://www.whoismicheleprice.com', '76.31.33.48', '2012-10-11 14:36:01', '2012-10-11 19:36:01', 'Love being able to see these simple steps in one place.  I sat here reading and saying , yup do that, yup do that and it was quite an affirmation that I am on the good path for my intended journey.\n\nThis is the kind of thinking I would like to see brought here to the Houston Start up Community as they are spending time investigating how to strengthen our entrepreneurial legacy.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10342, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Success Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/success-leadership/p/2955102057/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-12 01:54:48', '2012-10-12 06:54:48', '[...] Some individuals have an intense heads-down focus on delivering a finished task. Others prefer to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. A welcome few understand all work gets done by and through people. They practice the art and science of delivering solid results and developing/maintaining relationships by using their heads to manage and their hearts to lead.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10343, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Leadership with a splash of empathy | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadership-with-a-splash-of-empathy/p/2956690978/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-12 06:11:26', '2012-10-12 11:11:26', '[...] Some individuals have an intense heads-down focus on delivering a finished task. Others prefer to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. A welcome few understand all work gets done by and through people. They practice the art and science of delivering solid results and developing/maintaining relationships by using their heads to manage and their hearts to lead.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10344, 7467, 'Jane Perdue', 'jane@braithwaiteinnovationgroup.com', '', '76.26.194.245', '2012-10-12 09:51:31', '2012-10-12 14:51:31', 'Michele -- two big tips of my hat to you!  One for being a role model for leadership being, doing and knowing; the other for suggesting me as a speaker for your Houston organization...honored!', 0, '1', '', '', 10341, 0),
(10345, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2966387618/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-13 02:12:33', '2012-10-13 07:12:33', '[...] Some individuals have an intense heads-down focus on delivering a finished task. Others prefer to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. A welcome few understand all work gets done by and through people. They practice the art and science of delivering solid results and developing/maintaining relationships by using their heads to manage and their hearts to lead.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10346, 7467, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-10-13 06:47:13', '2012-10-13 11:47:13', 'It\'s nice to see this great list of reflections on this fantastic collaboration.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10347, 7467, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-10-13 06:51:57', '2012-10-13 11:51:57', 'Karin -- big thanks for your kind words about this amazing collaboration!', 0, '1', '', '', 10346, 251),
(10348, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Leading Lite | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-lite/p/2983523502/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-15 02:35:54', '2012-10-15 07:35:54', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10349, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Will Lane Marketing | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/will-lane-marketing/p/2989806558/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-15 14:59:28', '2012-10-15 19:59:28', '[...] Some individuals have an intense heads-down focus on delivering a finished task. Others prefer to build camaraderie and esprit de corps. A welcome few understand all work gets done by and through people. They practice the art and science of delivering solid results and developing/maintaining relationships by using their heads to manage and their hearts to lead.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10350, 7467, 'Prakash Ramaswamy', 'mr.prakashramaswamy@gmail.com', 'http://prakashswamy.wordpress.com/', '203.99.197.70', '2012-10-16 04:17:51', '2012-10-16 09:17:51', 'Thanks for an enchanting post. Leadership is typically perceived as a skill. Looking at Leadership through the Character lens is refreshing. Consciously trying to be a Gardener among Managers, I can completely relate to this :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10351, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | Cuppa | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/cuppa/p/2999534806/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-16 11:46:42', '2012-10-16 16:46:42', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10352, 7467, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-10-18 06:40:06', '2012-10-18 11:40:06', 'Prakash -- love how you describe yourself as a gardener of people!  I think leadership is part skill, part personal orientation, and yours is spot-on.  Thanks for sharing!', 0, '1', '', '', 10350, 251),
(10353, 7467, '5 Leadership Approaches for Knowing, Being and Doing | digitalNow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/digitalnow/p/3137259580/5-leadership-approaches-for-knowing-being-and-doing', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-30 00:14:27', '2012-10-30 05:14:27', '[...] 5 tenets Character-based Leaders use to know, be, and do1. Be self-aware. Getting in touch with what we fail to notice about ourselves and others is a crucial first step in becoming a head-and-heart-connected leader. Ask people for feedback, and actively listen to what they share. Look for patterns in the advice you&rsquo;ve received over the years and act on what you discover.2. Embrace ethical norms and behavioral ideals. One can do well, show kindness, be principled and still be as effective as all get-out. Dare to be honorable and kind and encourage those around you to do the same.3. Engage the world and perform beyond self-interest. I&rsquo;m fond of saying that to lead others, to think more of we and less of me, one must start with oneself. Every day, a character-based leader consciously balances the conflicts between selfish and selfless behavior.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10354, 7467, 'Shamikato', 'mensor@mensor.pl', 'http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100003406998251', '190.11.142.141', '2012-11-17 12:08:00', '2012-11-17 18:08:00', 'Jane   I was wondering if they have told you dlirctey that they do not want to be part of an AL process?  Perhaps pre-preparing an agenda and leadership skills prior to a session indicate an eagerness to get on with the business?  Nonetheless, if I found myself in a similar situation I would be asking the team what they want to get out of Action Learning and then I would work with them to attain that.  If it is simply not to participate then perhaps it is not worth flogging a dead horse!  If participation is  mandated  within their organisation, then perhaps in your role as coach you can assist them to make the most of the opportunity   even if it ends up being something different to what the organisation had in mind.', 0, '1', '', '', 10346, 0),
(10355, 7467, 'Jane Perdue', 'janeperdue@comcast.net', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/janeperdue/', '76.26.194.245', '2012-11-18 10:38:25', '2012-11-18 16:38:25', 'Shamikato -- I\'m not sure who the \"they\" is whom you reference. The five tenets here were learnings and observations that surfaced from the individuals who were willing participants in the book authoring process!', 0, '1', '', '', 10354, 251),
(10356, 7494, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.227.131.65', '2012-10-08 22:58:12', '2012-10-09 03:58:12', 'Great thoughts, Chery! Tebow is definitely a bright light in the sports world where stars burn out so quickly under those temptations you mentioned. I didn\'t know about his before-and-after routine, but it is so interesting and not at all surprising. I guess my sandwich is my family- happy to be up with them in the morning, and so glad to see them in the evening. Constant regardless of the ups and downs of the day!\n\nThanks for a great post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10357, 7494, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-10-09 06:08:08', '2012-10-09 11:08:08', 'I really like the idea of sandwiching your leadership with other grounding things in life.  Thanks for sharing your insights.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10358, 7494, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-10-09 07:42:46', '2012-10-09 12:42:46', 'Glen, Thank you for sharing your thoughts!  You are so right that our families can be that sandwich if we are focused and aware of how blessed we are to have them.\n\nIn the speed of life, I sometimes need to be reminded to stop and really see all that I\'ve been given and to really savor each moment I\'ve been given with the people I love.', 0, '1', '', '', 10356, 270),
(10359, 7494, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-10-09 07:43:27', '2012-10-09 12:43:27', 'Thanks Karin!  Have a great day today!', 0, '1', '', '', 10357, 270),
(10360, 7494, '5 Ways to Fire-Proof Your Character', '', 'http://consultgiana.com/5-ways-to-fire-proof-your-character/', '192.185.4.58', '2015-03-03 07:34:28', '2015-03-03 12:34:28', '[&#8230;] This article gives additional options for protecting your leadership from pride, power and possessio&#8230; [&#8230;]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10361, 7524, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '208.190.165.188', '2012-10-16 11:52:05', '2012-10-16 16:52:05', 'Numbers 10, 9, and 6...those are my usual suspects.  Add to the list re-reading an email about three times after I already sent it...  and binging on tv and movies.\n\nI am proud to say, however, that I\'ve settled number 3 once and for all.  Once a month, some nice people come clean my house while I spend the time on activities that progress me personally and professionally.  This was recommended to me a long time ago, and I finally followed the advice.  Now, I highly recommend it.  Plus, the house looks so much nicer.\n\nThanks for getting the confessions started!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10362, 7524, 'Are you a procrastinator? | Leadership development, speaking &amp; coaching for Sustainable Leaders', '', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com/are-you-a-procrastinator/', '184.168.193.116', '2012-10-17 07:19:13', '2012-10-17 12:19:13', '[...] Yet I choose not to … I choose instead to offer my humanness up to you as an opportunity to learn and grow, for myself and for you, too &#8230; (read more here &#8211;  LeadChangeBlog.com) [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10363, 7524, 'Christina Haxton', 'christina@sustainable-leaders.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/sustainableleaders/', '75.104.36.16', '2012-10-17 07:43:14', '2012-10-17 12:43:14', '#3 - Of course!  Re-reading an already sent email (and finding a typo) should be on the list, too!\n\nThank you for your contribution and comment, Alan!\n\nAre there any other Character Based Leaders who are ready to \"walk your talk?\"', 0, '1', '', '', 10361, 281),
(10364, 7524, 'Ann Becker', 'abecker@abecker.com', '', '75.3.128.15', '2012-10-18 10:07:22', '2012-10-18 15:07:22', 'I\'m replying to join the community of confessors!  Thanks for getting the ball rolling.  I confess to just about everything you\'ve listed above except 2, 3 and 10.  And, surely I can\'t be the only one who often checks her email/Facebook/Twitter before she even gets out of bed most mornings...', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10365, 7524, '3 Steps to Confront Procrastination ... (and a confession!) | Leadership development, speaking &amp; coaching for Sustainable Leaders', '', 'http://sustainable-leaders.com/3-steps-to-confront-procrastination-and-a-confession/', '184.168.193.117', '2012-10-24 08:20:10', '2012-10-24 13:20:10', '[...] based leadership book, Time Management | No comments    Tweet        (This is a follow up to “What do you do instead of what you are supposed to be doing?” I introduced 10 things people (like me) do when we should be doing something more important.  It [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10366, 17968, 'The Character-Based Leader: Instigating a Leadership Revolution&#8230;One Person at a Time by Lead Change Group, Inc. &raquo; Blog Archive &raquo; Sonia DiMaulo: The Character-Based Leader Co-Author Interview', '', 'http://www.characterbasedleader.com/wordpress/2012/10/16/sonia-dimaulo-the-character-based-leader-co-author-interview/', '208.109.186.83', '2012-10-16 15:48:17', '2012-10-16 20:48:17', '[...] Check out Sonia&#8217;s interview on Lead Change Group. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10367, 17976, 'Kevin', 'kevinct@eureekaonline.com', 'http://www.eureekaonline.com', '173.162.240.142', '2012-10-16 09:51:24', '2012-10-16 14:51:24', 'I\'ve recently partnered with a software developer who has 5+ yrs of coding at a fortune 100 company.  I am the business \"guy\" and provided clear details on expectations, but after 4 months, he has nothing to show.  I\'m at a crossroads of whether to start looking elsewhere or trying to motivate him.  I felt like I\'ve given him every opportunity to be successful and put his own spin on the software, but he continues to miss deadlines.  We have a final prototype due to our first (non-paying) client in January, and he doesn\'t believe it\'s worthwhile to put in the work for something that he deems useless.  Any advice on how to handle this? Thanks\n\nKevin', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10368, 17976, 'David M. Dye', 'david_dye@comcast.net', 'http://trailblaze.com', '75.71.142.53', '2012-10-18 10:43:11', '2012-10-18 15:43:11', 'Hi Kevin,\n\nI appreciate your question as it\'s one that every leader shares with you at some point in their leadership journey.\n\nWIthout knowing all the details, my advice is to:\n\n1. Review expectations. \"Mr. Developer, we agreed that...\" [Note that the expectations you shared \"in detail\" may not have been as clear to the other party as you believe. It\'s very common.]\n2. Discuss the gap. \"It\'s been 120 days and to my knowledge you have not submitted anything.\"\n3. Highlight consequences. \"Without this code, we have no project. Without a project, we have no paychecks.\"\n4. Share your interpretation of the facts. \"I\'m interpreting the lack of submitted code to mean that this project isn\'t a priority for you and frankly, I\'m frustrated by that.\"\n5. Ask for their perspective. \"That\'s the world as it looks to me. How do you see it?\" [A vital step - you learn so much about your processes, their challenges, and motivations.]\n6. Craft next steps. Depending on what you learn, you\'ll want to move to a new set of expectations (eg concept delivered in 5 days with a full demo ready in 14) or, if their perspective reveals a lack of commitment to the team or project, it may be fully appropriate to thank them for their service and end the contract. Or you may even learn you goofed up somehow and need to apologize and get things back on track.\n7. If you\'re continuing the relationships, conclude by clarifying who is doing what by when and how you will both know it\'s been done.\n\nAnyhow, that is a quick thumbnail sketch of how you might go about it. Please contact me directly if you\'d like to discuss further from a coaching perspective.\n\nGood luck,\n\nDavid', 0, '1', '', '', 10367, 307),
(10369, 17977, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-10-12 08:38:03', '2012-10-12 13:38:03', 'Glen, This is such an important question to answer: \" Can you see the significance of where you are and what you are doing right now?\" At times, we lose sight of where we are in relation to what we are striving toward. At other times, we may determine we have lost our way and need to determine how to make the adjustment. Great sentiment within your post, which we need to stop and think about.... Thanks. Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10370, 17977, 'The Duty, the Dream, and the Difference | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2958892123/the-duty-the-dream-and-the-difference', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-12 12:36:27', '2012-10-12 17:36:27', '[...] Posted in Self Leadership&nbsp; There is a graveyard of dreams out there, where abandoned ambition has breached its hull on bare rocks and run aground, never to be sea-worthy again. But we aren&rsquo;t going there.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10371, 17977, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.224.205.115', '2012-10-12 23:55:11', '2012-10-13 04:55:11', 'Thanks, Jon. It\'s a place I have been in, probably most have been in- where doubt may threaten potential if not compared with reality. Most of us can do more good where we are personally and professionally if we take a hard look at what holds us back. And maximizing our potential where we are can propel each one of us forward. Again, thanks for the comment and the support.', 0, '1', '', '', 10369, 320),
(10372, 17977, 'Christina Lattimer', 'christina.lattimer@yahoo.co.uk', 'http://www.peoplediscovery.co.uk', '92.30.174.97', '2012-10-13 09:31:34', '2012-10-13 14:31:34', 'Glen\n\nI love the picture your writing paints in a way which so aptly describes (for me) those moments when I\'m doubting my path and my choices.  There is a problem with dreaming about the future and reviewing the past (although I do this a lot :))  in that the past is no longer relevant and in the future you never know truly what life is going to bring. For me the reconciliation is how you feel in the moment. If its not a good place to be then you need to ask \"what will make me feel love, joy and gratitude\" and aim for that. And being aware though its never external stuff which gets you there, its your inner dialogue and you can be doing the least fulfilling job ever and still feel all right with the world, but it takes some practice.  Thanks again Glen.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10373, 17977, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '24.176.96.99', '2012-10-13 20:03:53', '2012-10-14 01:03:53', 'Thanks for your transparency and your insight! This post was an attempt on my part to express a little bit of where I\'ve been recently in a unique way, so it was a little tough, being vulnerable like that. But I think it is a condition many leaders have in common, and I\'m glad it resonates with you! I always enjoy your comments!', 0, '1', '', '', 10372, 320),
(10374, 17978, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '208.190.165.188', '2012-10-17 08:04:58', '2012-10-17 13:04:58', 'This is great, Mary!  I think one of the keys to coaching is being open to outcome.  When faced with a tough discussion, my approach is to present the issue as *my* issue that needs solving.  I put the individual in the problem solving chair.  I begin with \"Here\'s something I\'m worried about.  Can you help me resolve this?\"  I follow it up with a description of the issue, then sit back and see what happens.  Great stuff!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 323),
(10375, 17978, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '12.230.76.2', '2012-10-17 08:29:52', '2012-10-17 13:29:52', 'Hi Derek.  Thanks for your comment.  I\'m getting ready to present a class this afternoon on just this subject and you\'ve offered yet another nuance.  I can\'t wait to share this in class today, of course, attributing it to you.  Mary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10376, 17978, 'A Little Known Way to Prepare for A Tough Discussion | BOH Leadership Articles | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/boh-leadership-articles/p/3010931752/a-little-known-way-to-prepare-for-a-tough-discussion', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-17 12:42:46', '2012-10-17 17:42:46', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10377, 17978, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.254.108.2', '2012-10-17 21:57:17', '2012-10-18 02:57:17', 'I have realized most of what I fear will happen, doesn\'t. One practical tip I have used to do that hard work ahead of time is composing an email, the one I would like to send in the heat of the moment, and then evaluating those charged emotions that are my own from there. It is amazing how the truly valid issues come out from among the emotions when I do that.\n\nThanks for a great, very useful post!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10378, 17978, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '71.224.4.26', '2012-10-20 14:55:01', '2012-10-20 19:55:01', 'Glen, great points!  I love your insight about writing out what you\'d like to say in the heat of the moment - \"...then evaluating those charged emotions that are my own from there,\" - ownership is so important.  I just ran a class this last week where it became obvious to the participants (thank goodness) that our own \"unowned\" feelings or intentions will nail us every time, so better just to face them.  And, as you said, \"It is amazing how the truly valid issues come out from among the emotions when I do that.\"  So true and real.\n\nThank you for commenting Glen!\n\nMary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10379, 17978, 'Mary C Schaefer', 'artemispath@mac.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/maryschaefer/', '71.224.4.26', '2012-10-20 19:31:59', '2012-10-21 00:31:59', 'Alan!  I just realized I greeted you as Derek in my last comment.  Sorry!  Mary', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 252),
(10380, 17978, 'Article #2 &#8211; Preparing for a Tough Discussion | monikish', '', 'http://monikish.wordpress.com/2012/10/21/article-2-preparing-for-a-tough-discussion/', '72.233.44.23', '2012-10-21 12:08:11', '2012-10-21 17:08:11', '[...] article, called &#8220;A Little Known Way to Prepare for a Tough Discussion&#8221; (http://leadchangegroup.com/a-little-known-way-to-prepare-for-a-tough-discussion/), discusses literally how to conduct yourself in a situation in which you have to have a tough [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10381, 17978, 'Alan Derek Utley', 'alanutley@me.com', 'http://www.alanderekutley.com', '208.190.165.188', '2012-10-22 07:35:21', '2012-10-22 12:35:21', 'Hey Mary, that\'s not a problem at all!  You can make it up to me by sharing any goodness that came out of the class you presented that day!\n\nAlan, AKA Derek', 0, '1', '', '', 10379, 323),
(10382, 17979, 'Becky', 'becky@weavinginfluence.com', 'http://www.weavinginfluence.com', '72.241.149.98', '2012-10-07 16:25:35', '2012-10-07 21:25:35', 'Hi Wendy,\n\nI love the way your descriptions bring your leadership lesson to life. Well done... very challenging.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10383, 17979, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '37.14.111.250', '2012-10-07 16:52:58', '2012-10-07 21:52:58', 'Thanks, Becky. Yes, it continues to be a challenge, but I am much more aware and making changes. You are one of the keepers! You are right at my side moving the ball down the field with me. What a blessing!', 0, '1', '', '', 10382, 313),
(10384, 17979, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.254.0.213', '2012-10-08 00:34:52', '2012-10-08 05:34:52', 'Thanks for this post, Wendy. The tie-in between the emotions and the bottom line throughout this post on taking the wheel made it reflective and instructive. I deeply benefited. Thanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10385, 17979, 'Leaders: Are You Driving from the Back Seat? | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2907620433/leaders-are-you-driving-from-the-back-seat', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 01:37:53', '2012-10-08 06:37:53', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentSelf LeadershipDusk was settling in fast as I drove along a winding road. Waves crashed on the rocky cliffs below. Why was I driving on the wrong side of the road?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10386, 17979, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.230.138', '2012-10-08 02:07:46', '2012-10-08 07:07:46', 'Hi Glen, thanks for stopping by to comment. I so appreciate your feedback and am glad that you were able to benefit from my school of hard knocks :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 10384, 313),
(10387, 17979, 'Leaders: Are You Driving from the Back Seat? | Coaching Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-leaders/p/2910760927/leaders-are-you-driving-from-the-back-seat', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 04:05:30', '2012-10-08 09:05:30', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentSelf LeadershipDusk was settling in fast as I drove along a winding road. Waves crashed on the rocky cliffs below. Why was I driving on the wrong side of the road?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10388, 17979, 'Leaders: Are You Driving from the Back Seat? | Serving and Leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/serving-and-leadership/p/2911956232/leaders-are-you-driving-from-the-back-seat', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 06:44:23', '2012-10-08 11:44:23', '[...] Dusk was settling in fast as I drove along a winding road. Waves crashed on the rocky cliffs below. Why was I driving on the wrong side of the road? &nbsp; Dusk was settling in fast as I drove along a winding road. Waves crashed on the rocky cliffs below. Why was I driving on the wrong side of the road? I couldn&rsquo;t control my car and move into the correct lane. With my arms and legs outstretched from the back seat, I tried to grab ahold of the wheel and steer. My feet barely reached the pedals. Further on, I could see my destination, but had no confidence I would reach it in tact. &nbsp; A lucid moment. What was I doing in the back seat? Poof. I woke up. &nbsp; My dreams speak to me. When I wake up remembering my dream, there is something I need to learn. My subconscious has a way of reaching up through murky layers of my unconscious self, to grab my attention. The message is usually quite obvious if I don&rsquo;t over-analyze and just take it at face value.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10389, 17979, 'Jon Mertz', 'jhmertz@yahoo.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/jhmertz/', '72.48.93.4', '2012-10-08 07:13:19', '2012-10-08 12:13:19', 'Great thoughts, Wendy. It is a balance between driving and coaching from the back. If we take the wheel all the time, then others will never drive. If we coach from the back too much, then they will just pullover. However, in any case, if our direction gets sidetracked, then we to assert our leadership to keep our life mission moving forward. Some good things to think through. Thanks! Jon', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 290),
(10390, 17979, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.230.138', '2012-10-08 07:19:15', '2012-10-08 12:19:15', 'Hi Jon,\nI love how you expand on the \"driving\" metaphor. You are absolutely right. Best to know our own predispositions and what beliefs drive those predispositions.Then we can better discern when it\'s more effective to coach from the back seat and be patient, and when it\'s best to hop into the drivers seat.\nThanks so much for your comments, Jon!\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 10389, 313),
(10391, 17979, 'Leaders: Are You Driving from the Back Seat? | Coaching in Education for learning and leadership | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/coaching-in-education/p/2917156174/leaders-are-you-driving-from-the-back-seat', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-08 16:34:13', '2012-10-08 21:34:13', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentSelf LeadershipDusk was settling in fast as I drove along a winding road. Waves crashed on the rocky cliffs below. Why was I driving on the wrong side of the road?&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10392, 17979, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-10-08 20:18:45', '2012-10-09 01:18:45', 'Wendy,\n\nThank you for the great post!  As Glen said, your thoughts started some deep reflection!  Jon\'s comments just added to what you started!  Much to ponder...\n\nThe purpose of a great blog:  Taking a topic deeper and wider!  MISSION ACCOMPLISHED!\n\nHave a great night!\n\nChery', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 270),
(10393, 17979, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.222.194', '2012-10-09 04:05:59', '2012-10-09 09:05:59', 'Hi Chery,\nThank you ... I am so delighted that my post gave pause for reflection. Sometimes our dreams are meant to be shared.\nHope you had sweet dreams :-)\nWendy', 0, '1', '', '', 10392, 313),
(10394, 17979, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '71.179.7.182', '2012-10-09 06:13:14', '2012-10-09 11:13:14', 'yikes.. I have had that same dream.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 318),
(10395, 17979, 'Wendy Appel', 'wendy@wendyappel.com', 'http://www.wendyappel.com', '95.17.222.194', '2012-10-09 06:19:58', '2012-10-09 11:19:58', 'I think there is something very universal about that dream. That\'s why I chose to share it ... something many of us can relate to. Yikes is right! :-)', 0, '1', '', '', 10394, 313),
(10396, 17979, 'Chery Gegelman', 'gegelmanjc@gmail.com', 'http://leadchangegroup.com/members/cherygegelman/', '68.13.251.23', '2012-10-09 07:34:27', '2012-10-09 12:34:27', 'Karin - I love your comment!  ...When I read Wendy\'s post I thought of you - because you are clearly focused on a goal and in the drivers seat!', 0, '1', '', '', 10394, 270),
(10397, 17980, 'The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share? | Leading with Distinction | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leading-with-distinction/p/2986634840/the-transparency-debate-how-much-should-leaders-share', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-15 09:21:16', '2012-10-15 14:21:16', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10398, 17980, 'The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share? | Let\'s Grow Leaders | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/let-s-grow-leaders/p/2987479357/the-transparency-debate-how-much-should-leaders-share', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-15 11:09:45', '2012-10-15 16:09:45', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10399, 17980, 'Erika Hayes James', 'connie@cmariemarketing.com', 'http://www.erikahayesjames.com', '170.224.50.4', '2012-10-15 13:16:53', '2012-10-15 18:16:53', 'One of my areas of work is in crisis leadership. And I recommend that in times of crisis it is critical that leaders display more transparency...much more. In such an unsettling time as during a crisis, internal and external stakeholders need to see and hear from the leader as much as possible, and in an honest manner.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10400, 17980, 'The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share? | Inspirational Leadership Management and Engagement | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/inspirational-leadership-management-and-engagement/p/2986157683/the-transparency-debate-how-much-should-leaders-share', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-15 14:05:42', '2012-10-15 19:05:42', '[...] Posted in Leadership DevelopmentAs leaders grow in levels of responsibility, scope and scale, the issue of &ldquo;transparency&rdquo; becomes more significant. &nbsp;Executives have insights into confidential strategy, complex nuances, and serious situations.&nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10401, 17980, 'Rosanna Hunt', 'Rosannahunt@hotmal.Co.uk', 'http://www.rosannabreen.com', '146.90.114.98', '2012-10-15 16:33:00', '2012-10-15 21:33:00', 'I believe that transparency is an essential leadership skill for the current times.\nHow can we define our shared purpose (a meaningful hopeful future we all really care about) if we don\'t share some of the stuff that is close to our hearts? The challenge for leaders is to create an environment to enable that to happen, and its not necessarily going to happen just because you demonstrate the desired behaviours. People ask need to move together on this because its a journey of trust.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10402, 17980, 'The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share? | Lead, Follow,Grow | Scoop.it', '', 'http://www.scoop.it/t/leadfollowgrow/p/2998351113/the-transparency-debate-how-much-should-leaders-share', '89.30.105.121', '2012-10-16 09:52:57', '2012-10-16 14:52:57', '[...] &nbsp; [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10403, 17980, 'Glen Gaugh', 'glengaugh@gmail.com', 'http://glengaugh.com', '75.254.108.2', '2012-10-17 22:11:29', '2012-10-18 03:11:29', 'Thanks for the post, Karin. I am not an executive, but I struggle with the amount of transparency to use with my team of mental health social workers and counselors. It can be very personally taxing doing this kind of work, so a certain amount of personal transparency does a lot for morale. Certainly, being transparent about what drives one\'s passion for the work is important as well.\nThanks again!', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 320),
(10404, 17980, 'Trust Continued: 5 Ways to Get Your Boss To Trust You', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/10/18/get-your_boss_to_trust_you/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-10-18 00:17:25', '2012-10-18 05:17:25', '[...] The Transparency Debate [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10405, 17980, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '65.38.156.2', '2012-10-18 00:32:41', '2012-10-18 05:32:41', 'Thanks so much.  Fully agree... at times of crises people need the real deal more than ever.', 0, '1', '', '', 10399, 0),
(10406, 17980, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '65.38.156.2', '2012-10-18 00:34:41', '2012-10-18 05:34:41', 'Thanks so much! Yes!  It isn\'t just modeling... but creating the safe space to encourage it.  Love it.', 0, '1', '', '', 10401, 0),
(10407, 17980, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com', '65.38.156.2', '2012-10-18 00:37:29', '2012-10-18 05:37:29', 'thanks so much for adding this... I have a good friend in that line of work as well... it can be even more tricky.  I am excited to hear about what you are doing in that arena.  Thanks!', 0, '1', '', '', 10403, 0),
(10408, 17980, '10.18.12 Your Morning Buzz | Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network', '', 'http://elgl.org/2012/10/18/10-18-12-your-morning-buzz/', '72.232.7.54', '2012-10-18 06:56:27', '2012-10-18 11:56:27', '[...] The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share?  It’s common practice for leaders to pull back more as they rise in the business, revealing less about themselves as humans.  Some chose to show up strong, serious and a bit mysterious.   They create professional distance to drive results.  On the other hand, there are also examples of leaders who chose to be more open, sharing more about themselves and why they do what they do. [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10409, 17980, 'Skip Bazile', 'skip.bazile@gmail.com', '', '99.145.48.117', '2012-10-19 15:06:14', '2012-10-19 20:06:14', 'Saw this post through a friend. And I agree the days of playing hide-n-seek are over, or it should be. Transparency is what will win the day, and future. Our world has come along way from the days in which leaders needed to keep to themselves and hold back sharing themselves with their staff. Things has changed some much now that we may find our leaders some of the very people we grew up with, went to school with, or even started a company with. The real issue is how will staff take to transparency? Will they be suspicious? Will they believe it to be authentic? As time goes forward this will be less of an issue.', 0, '1', '', '', 0, 0),
(10410, 17980, 'Karin Hurt', 'letsgrowleaders@gmail.com', '', '97.48.14.243', '2012-10-20 15:58:46', '2012-10-20 20:58:46', 'Skip, thanks so much for joining the conversation.   I love the metaphor of hide and seek.  You raise a good point about how the transparency will be received.  I have seen this happen, if team members are not used to that style... it may take some time to build trust.', 0, '1', '', '', 10409, 318),
(10411, 17980, 'The Debate Continues: 4 Reasons for More Transparency', '', 'http://letsgrowleaders.com/2012/10/29/4_reasons_for_transparency/', '184.173.197.197', '2012-10-29 02:03:43', '2012-10-29 07:03:43', '[...] I recently exposed my internal struggle with transparency in a post at Lead Change Group.   Sometimes the best debates start in our own hearts.  It turns out, that I am not alone in this personal wrestling match, as so many have shared in their tweets, scoops and comments. As leaders grow in responsibility, scope and scale, the issue of “transparency” becomes more significant.  Executives have insights into confidential strategy, complex nuances, and serious situations.  They also have large teams and a customer base watching every move.   It’s common practice for leaders to pull back more as they rise in the business, revealing less about themselves as humans.  Some chose to show up strong, serious and a bit mysterious.   They create professional distance to drive results.  On the other hand, there are also examples of leaders who chose to be more open, sharing more about themselves and why they do what they do. And so, I invite an expanded conversation.  What is the right level of transparency?  What are the pros and cons of being more closed or open?  Read more in The Transparency Debate:  How Much Should Leaders Share? [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0),
(10412, 17980, 'The Importance of Transparency | Live to Lead', '', 'http://xiaotengma.wordpress.com/2012/11/17/the-importance-of-transparency/', '72.232.7.75', '2012-11-17 19:22:55', '2012-11-18 01:22:55', '[...] The Transparency Debate: How Much Should Leaders Share? [...]', 0, '1', '', 'pingback', 0, 0);
