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How to Set SMART Leadership Goals for 2025: Strategies for Growth and Success.

How to Set SMART Leadership Goals for 2025: Strategies

As we approach the final quarter of 2024, now is the perfect time to start thinking ahead. Reflecting on the past year and setting SMART leadership goals for 2025 is crucial for any team leader aiming for real growth and success. This isn’t just about ticking boxes—it’s about setting enduring goals that foster development and […]

How to Build a Growth Mindset in the Workplace

Fostering a Growth Mindset in the Workplace

By Debra Stevens When I first encountered the concept of a growth mindset, it completely changed how I approached leadership, both in my own development and in coaching others. I’ve witnessed firsthand how adopting a growth mindset can transform a workplace from a place of rigidity and fear of failure into an environment bursting with […]

The Power of Influence at work

Influence at work

How to improve your influencing skills for better leadership In the modern workplace, influencing skills are an essential cornerstone of successful leadership and collaboration. But why is influence at work needed? My blog post this week takes a closer look into the essence of influence, uncovering its role in creating successful outcomes, driving innovation, and […]

Part 3. Harnessing Assertiveness at Work: A Step-by-Step Guide to Empowerment

Harnessing Assertiveness at Work: A Step-by-Step Guide to Empowerment In today’s fast-paced professional arena, mastering assertiveness at work is not merely an option but a necessity for effective communication and leadership. As we continue our exploration in the third week, let’s delve deeper into practical steps and strategies to develop and refine your assertiveness at […]

Part 2. Assertiveness at Work: The Key to Unlocking Professional Excellence

Assertiveness at Work: The Key to Unlocking Professional Excellence In my over two decades of experience as a trainer, coach, and speaker specializing in soft skills, I have witnessed a myriad of workplace dynamics. One skill consistently emerges as a game-changer: assertiveness at work. This skill is fundamental to impactful communication and leadership. Assertiveness at […]

Part 1. Assertiveness at Work: The Art of Respectful Confidence

In the diverse and vibrant tapestry of our professional world, one skill that truly stands out is assertiveness at work. This skill, often misunderstood and undervalued, is actually a cornerstone in building successful careers and healthy workplace environments. Let’s demystify and celebrate it together. What exactly is assertiveness at work? It’s the practice of expressing […]

Part 3. The Practical Guide to Developing a Growth Mindset

The Journey to Developing a Growth Mindset: Actionable Insights Embarking on the journey of developing a growth mindset is akin to setting sail on a voyage of intellectual and personal discovery. This transformative mindset isn’t just about temporary adjustments; it’s about lifelong learning and evolving adaptability. Embracing Challenges with a Growth Perspective When it comes […]

Embracing Growth: The Pathway to Unlimited Potential. Growth Mindset Part 1.

In a world brimming with change, the true constant is our capacity to grow. A growth mindset isn’t just an academic concept; it’s a way of life that champions the idea that we can all expand our abilities and intelligence through dedication and hard work. The Foundation of Growth At the core of a growth […]

Meet the Growth Mindset Champions Transforming Our World.Growth Mindset Part 2.

When we talk about cultivating a growth mindset, we’re not just engaging in self-help speak; we’re joining a movement championed by some of the most influential thinkers and leaders of our time. This week, we shine a light on the figures who have not only talked about but personified the growth mindset in every aspect […]