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Using Gross National Happiness Tools to Find Fulfillment at Work

I tend to view things in a positive way and as a new month unfolds, I get excited about the potential. Recently I started reading a book my niece sent me by Tho Ha Vinn, called A Culture of Happiness. To be honest I hadn’t really planned on reading as I thought it was about being an optimist and having a “just do it” attitude. There is nothing wrong with that, but those books don’t resonate with me.

Out of respect for my niece, I committed to reading it. As I read, the concepts felt familiar and my reading picked up. The book talks about how to apply the framework of Gross National Happiness (GNH), which is a way to measure happiness. Lately, happiness at work has become a topic, particularly when related to mental health.Read More

Turn Your Experience into Leadership Influence

How women can position themselves to make an impact

There has been no other time in history when women have made the strides they have today—breaking ground in business influence, leading technological advancements, and serving as a catalyst for social change. Although these achievements are exemplary, many women are still shrinking—especially in the workplace. Imposter syndrome creeps up and affects women at all levels of the career ladder.

A Personal Story of Resiliency: Overcoming Adversity and Building Strength

By Alex Banks

Growing up with a single mom who had six boys by the age of 21, it was no easy task. As the middle child, I faced many challenges from an early age. I was born with learning disabilities and struggled in school, which left me feeling frustrated and defeated. My mother worked long hours to support our family, but we still lived in poverty. These early struggles taught me to be resilient and to never give up, no matter how tough the situation.

4 Methods to Organize and Execute Around Your Priorities (Self-Management Series Part 2)

From Episode 61 from The Complete Leader Podcast.

The second component of self-management, the ability to manage your time and priorities, is near and dear to my heart because I have had to work so hard to develop this skill. While self-control comes more naturally to me, I remember the angst I had even at a younger age when trying to organize and execute around my priorities.

Try a Lighter Ball

A few years ago, one of my clients hosted a bowling outing as a morale/team building activity for her company. We laughed about the experience of bowling especially if you don’t play it often. She recommended that it’s easier to play when you use a lighter ball.

Of course, when I heard this, I thought about how often we do things the “hard way” in the workplace, when using a “lighter ball” would make life so much easier.

4 Tips to Develop Better Self-Control (Self-Management Series Part 1)

From Episode 60 of The Complete Leader Podcast.

Self-management might be one of the most difficult skills a leader has to develop.

The skill plays a significant role in a leader’s ability to lead themselves, especially as the challenges of leadership grow more unique and dynamic every day. But better leaders create more effective business results by multiples, and this is one skill leaders must truly master to optimize their leadership influence.

Getting More Done in Less Time (Part 2)

The Complete Leader Founder Ron Price and host Dale Dixon continue their discussion on getting more done in less time. There is a difference between important tasks and urgent tasks, Ron shares, and you must not only pay attention to the differences but also be cognizant of how today’s distractions can keep you from being productive.

146. Getting More Done in Less Time (Series Ep. 2)

TheCompleteLeader Podcast · 146. Getting More Done in Less Time (Series Ep. 2)

Leadership Conundrum

Much of our discussion about leadership is within the context of the functional job that you do as a leader. This framework includes attributes such as sharing and acting on the company’s vision, managing a positive professional environment, and providing the support and resources that your staff needs.

There are times, though, when the organization’s vision or direction changes and you face more personal considerations. Read More

Getting More Done in Less Time (Part 1)

The Complete Leader Founder Ron Price and host Dale Dixon discuss the three obstacles keeping us from accomplishing more: the distracting world around us, our own internal battles, and the need for new tools and systems to manage our time and energy. Discover how to combat these challenges, become more fulfilled by your day-to-day tasks, and get more done.

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