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The Importance of Good Character in Leadership

Ron Price, Founder and CEO of Price Associates, was interviewed on Mission Matters Business Podcast by Adam Torres.

Read the full interview below.

How did your leadership career begin?

Price was surrounded by entrepreneurs throughout childhood, he says: he joined his father in the family business and learned early on that entrepreneurship isn’t just about earning money, but also building strong relationships with clients and employees. Today, he explains, his primary motive is to help business leaders understand that money is best earned by embodying a set of values, being noble, and serving a purpose.

How to Break the 5 Habits That Hurt Ideation

Dr. Evans Baiya, InnovationManagement.se, October 2021

Many companies find it hard to prioritize ideation. Here are five ways to break the pattern and gather a wealth of ideas for your organization.

In today’s rapidly changing world, it’s easy to think that most companies are innovation factories—full of ideas for new products, services, and processes. They need to be, right? Unfortunately, the opposite is true. Most organizations only innovate when they are forced to do so. Many still rely on old knowledge or even guesswork to face challenges that arise. Read More

Connected Leadership and Purpose (Series Ep. 1)

Host Dale Dixon and TCL Facilitator and author Dr. Francis Eberle talk today about the importance of defining purpose as a leader. Francis outlines why leaders must engage their employees to help lead, and the importance of organizational purpose as it relates to your team. He gives the four parts of the Connected Leadership model, which he discusses in his recent book, as well as tips for figuring out your own personal purpose.

Making Small Adjustments for Small Changes

By Jill Morris and Steve Morris

When you drive a car, sail a boat, or fly an airplane, you are constantly making small adjustments in the steering to deal with shifts in wind, current, other traffic and road conditions. You must do the same when small changes occur in your environment that impact expectations. You are accountable for driving that clarity whether you are a manager or not.

There are both implicit and explicit accountabilities that we must manage. We tend to have a casual approach to implicit accountabilities, particularly around implied or unstated expectations, like you will come to work wearing clothing and some much less obvious.

Brainstorm Sessions Are Great. But What Comes Next is What Really Matters

Dr. Evans Baiya, Fast Company, September 2021

There is nothing quite as energizing as a well-run brainstorming session. When I work with clients on innovation projects, the Ideation stage is one of my favorites. There is a distinct energy and creativity generated when a group of people have come together to work toward solving a common problem. When ideas start flowing without constraint, great things are possible. Read More

Why Self-Objectivity Matters in the Workplace

By Mindy Bortness

One of the most difficult things to achieve in the workplace is gaining objectivity, especially when it comes to self. Every individual is saddled with years of experiences, biases, and self-perceptions that make it difficult to look inward, and at others, for who they really are.

I’ve found, when a person strips away all of that baggage, they’re able to do something quite unique. This individual can see himself or herself more clearly. The newfound reality usually breeds a sense of gratefulness. When working with clients, I see them begin to see themselves for who they truly are and develop an appreciation, and relief, for how they’re wired.

The Magic of Working with Others

How to foster teamwork skills

By Ron Price

From Episode 77 of The Complete Leader Podcast

We all love to root for and celebrate winning teams—but how exactly do we create one?

Skip Hall, an old friend and NCAA football coach, once told me that on average players only get 11 to 20 minutes of play per game. That’s it! They’ll commit 20 hours of practice and preparation per week just for this short amount of time on the field. For a successful team, that time can pay off in wins and championships. However, if your team isn’t versed in the skills needed for successful teamwork—communication, goal orientation, relationship building—they won’t be winning many games.

How Are You Showing Up?

By Jalene Case

“Eighty percent of success is showing up.” You’ve no doubt heard this popular quote by Woody Allen. But I would add that how you show up matters. Your interactions with others, and even with yourself, can shift from ineffectively blah to purposefully engaged when you’re thoughtful about how you show up. It’s palpable to everyone in the room.

My first coach taught me this strategy for getting the results I wanted from meetings. In addition to setting a clear agenda, she suggested asking, “Who do I want to be?” Think of this as defining how you want to show up, the energy you want bring to the space, the character traits that you want others to see and feel from you. I’ve taught this to many clients over the years, and they’re always surprised by the impact of this seemingly simply preparation step.

Prepare Employees to Look to the Future

By Dr. Evans Baiya

Without imagination, innovation stalls in the present. Futuristic thinking is a critical skill for everyone—business owners, leaders, veteran team members, and new hires alike. Without it, teams can’t imagine what the organization will look like in five, 10, or 20 years. They can’t imagine their future customers, sources of revenue, competitors, or even what it will be like to work at the organization.

These questions take imagination, and without the skills to answer them, an organization’s strategy and ability to innovate are at risk. As a skill, futuristic thinking requires the ability to see the big picture, roleplay long-term plans, make accurate predictions of possible outcomes, and determine the direction to take to fulfill those outcomes. If an organization can’t think beyond the present, taking advantage of changing landscapes in the market becomes much harder.

How To Make Connections Count In A Hyper-Connected World

Dr. Francis Eberle, Hr.com, August 2021

The bevy of digital connection options that got many of us through isolation during the pandemic has caused a distinct shift in the way we work. These enhanced connection methods created an increase in the trend of constant connection. As a leader, you may feel required to be plugged into an email, internal communication systems, social media platforms, your telephone, and professional networks. You might feel like there is no off button.

In your typical day, how much time do you give to connection platforms? Now compare that with the time you interact with employees and colleagues in person, on the telephone, and over video in a meaningful way. Connecting is good, right? But not all connection methods are equal.Read More

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The Importance of Good Character in Leadership

How to Break the 5 Habits That Hurt Ideation

Connected Leadership and Purpose (Series Ep. 1)

Making Small Adjustments for Small Changes

Brainstorm Sessions Are Great. But What Comes Next is What Really Matters

Why Self-Objectivity Matters in the Workplace

The Magic of Working with Others

How Are You Showing Up?

Prepare Employees to Look to the Future

How To Make Connections Count In A Hyper-Connected World

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