TIPS FOR LEADING OTHERS

SUPER BOWL COACH OFFERS WINNING CAREER ADVICE

You can’t be great without the greatness of others. That expression was repeated several times by Philadelphia Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirini while speaking to crowds gathered for the Super Bowl Champions Parade. In less than two minutes, Sirini offers a powerful strategy for continuously improving your leadership skills. Click here to watch and listen.

ADOPT A HALFTIME HUDDLE

Successful teams don’t just make sure that they work fast, they prioritize working with purpose. Click here to read about how slowing down in the workplace can lead to increased productivity and help to avoid burnout.

SEE THE SILVER LINING OF FAILURE

Setbacks happen, and they can drain the morale and energy of a team. This Fast Company article provides tips for failing “courageously.” Click here to read how to help your team rebound and move forward.

TIPS FOR LEADING YOURSELF

ARE YOU UNDER-PROMOTING YOUR SKILLS?

Degrees and certifications are definitely career currency. But they don’t claim the only value when employers evaluate employees’ and candidates’ effectiveness. This Harvard Business Review podcast sheds light on the increasing importance of demonstrating skills–in resumes and conversations–to capture the interest of others. Are you ready to tell your skills story? Click here for a guide.

CURB DISTRACTIONS THAT DIVERT YOUR FOCUS

Regardless if you work remotely or in the office, distractions abound and impede performance. Improve your focus factor with these tips from Harvard Business Review that will train your brain to ignore interruptions. Click here.

LEAN ON OTHERS AND IMPROVE YOUR TIME MANAGEMENT

Many time-management issues stem from poor delegation. If communication snags, mistrust, cockiness, or fear impede your ability to let go and share responsibilities with others, this Harvard Business Review article will help you see the benefits, as a fellow team member or manager.