Tag Archives: Leadership
The Power of Extreme Ownership: Leadership Lessons from the Battlefield to the Boardroom
The streets of Ramadi, Iraq, 2006. In the aftermath of a tragic friendly-fire incident that resulted in the death of an Iraqi soldier, Navy SEAL Task Unit Commander Jocko Willink faced a crucial leadership moment. Instead of pointing to the fog of war, communication breakdowns, or the multiple factors beyond his control, Willink did something… Read More »
Delegating Leadership Style: What Is It & When To Use It?
In the bustling command center of the 1969 Apollo 11 mission, Flight Director Gene Kranz was a portrait of calm in a storm of complex tasks and critical decisions. As the person ultimately responsible for the success of this historic mission, he could have chosen to keep a tight grip on every detail. Instead, he… Read More »
The Fear of Delegating Work To Others
Do you ever catch yourself holding back from handing over a task, even when you’re swamped with work? Don’t worry, you’re not the only one. It’s a human tendency to grip the reins of control tightly. Many managers feel a twinge of unease when thinking about delegating tasks or decisions, even when it’s clear they’d… Read More »
How to Avoid Micromanaging (When You Just Want to Help)
Have you ever found yourself at the crossroads of delegation and assistance? The familiar predicament that leaders often face. You aim to steer a proficient team, delegating tasks to your members, while simultaneously carrying an anxiety that makes you peek over their shoulders, just to ensure that things are on the right track. Your well-intentioned… Read More »
How To Manage A Multigenerational Workforce (11 Tips)
It’s no secret that the workforce is changing. And with that change comes new challenges and frustrations. However, with change, also comes new opportunities to learn, grow and innovate. But, in many cases, it’s easier said than done especially when managing a multigenerational workforce. After all, it’s not simply about adopting new forms of modern… Read More »
9 Tips on Leading With Integrity And Building Trust
Integrity in the workplace is foundational for building a trusting and productive team that can function during good times and bad times. Why is this? Because integrity involves honesty, respect, and vulnerability. These three traits are essential ingredients in maximizing engagement and productivity. When you choose to lead with integrity, you intentionally set yourself up… Read More »
How A Proactive Management Style Can Influence a Workplace
Have you ever been unable to find a manager to assist you when shopping? Or have you ever experienced poor customer service while purchasing food at a fast food chain? Whether in business, management, or leadership, problems often arise as they are part of life. While it’s easier to focus or blame everything on problems,… Read More »
5 Lessons on How to Be a Productive Leader by Nathan Chan
In this episode of The Lifehack Show, we have invited Nathan Chan, the CEO and Founder of Foundr to join us. Nathan has a passion for entrepreneurship and people, which is why he created Foundr, a global media and education company that produces magazines, books and online courses for entrepreneurs. Nathan believes life is too… Read More »
5 Ways To Build Resilient Leadership In Challenging Times
The genie is out of the bottle, and organizations cannot go back to the way things used to be. The aftermath of covid is going to be felt by leaders and organizations for years to come. If you are currently feeling the stress and burden of leadership, you are not alone. Many leaders are being… Read More »
4 Signs Of Team Burnout And How To Cope With It
Being part of an innovative team is exciting. The energy, the creative process, the relationships, and the satisfaction of doing the work are all products of a high-level team. A group of this quality feels like a dream when you are a young leader. It is easy to think that limitations do not apply. In… Read More »