Engagement is a buzzword right now and continues to be an important driving force for creating teams of excellence. As a leader or manager you must walk the talk of your expectations. What do you do to demonstrate engagement? This is part 4 of the 4-part series on Optimizing Your Management Team by Diana Gabriel, Certified […]
Sparking Passion
In my work, I find that leaders who hold close the best interest of their team members and encourage and inspire them to be their best selves. They see themselves in relationship to and with their team, believing in the value of their people and demonstrating trust and respect for their contribution to the team. […]
How to Hire for Passion
In my work as a Strengths Based Sustainable Leadership Coach I witness the passion and the joy that people exude when their strengths are aligned with their job responsibilities. They’re enthusiastic about contributing their gifts and talents to the big picture and what they are charged to accomplish. This is most powerful when the vision […]
Passion Starts with Purpose
What ignites passion and high performance? This was on my mind recently as I attended the Clifton Strengths Summit in Omaha. One speaker after another shared how they made major contributions and differences by integrating a strengths culture into something they were passionate about – education, state government, organizations – the possibilities are endless. The […]
What You Can Do to Ignite Passion and Performance
We have spent the past few weeks examining the dynamics of teams. If you, as a leader, have committed to your personal reflection and growth then you have the opportunity to leverage your insights and learning to inspire the people you lead. The more clear you become about your purpose or calling the more authentic […]
Yearning for Leadership Purpose
Throughout my years coaching leaders, purpose has been a constant thread. Leaders, like you, are looking to have greater impact through meaning and purpose in your work. Clarifying and articulating your purpose, your calling or your why seems elusive. It often feels difficult to identify on your own. While yearning to know what it is, […]
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The Challenge in Measuring Employee Engagement
Is it fair or accurate to lump all employee engagement results together? I don’t think so. I look to the results of those organizations that track employee engagement after dedicating the resources to ensure change. As a Strengths Strategy Certified coach, I have experienced and have confidence in the strong employee engagement results that come […]
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