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6 Thoughts on the Subject of Talent

Talent

Attitude Gives Talent An Opportunity – Attitude is the great differentiator among people.  Two people apply for the same job, they have the same skills, but one has a great attitude while the other has a negative one.  You will always choose the one with the better attitude, thus giving them an opportunity to display […]

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The One Thing All High-Performance Teams Have

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“Great coaches never miss a teachable moment.” – Northstar Church Senior Pastor Mike Linch My favorite 45 minutes of the week is a Zoom bible study I participate in with approximately 60-to-75 high school, college, and professional baseball scouts and coaches, a picture of which is shown above.  Led by Northstar Church’s senior pastor Mike […]

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How to respond when someone says, “Why don’t you let me lead?”

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Sometimes leaders are asked when a person is overlooked or not selected for a leadership position, “Why don’t you let me lead?”  This is a cringeworthy statement.  Leadership is earned, never given. Allow me to elaborate on definitions.  Leadership is influence, not position.  Positions can be assigned/given.  Influence is earned by effectively serving others. Your […]

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The First Thing You Must Do To Become A Dynamic And Innovative Leader

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Approximately 20 years ago, CEO Refresher wrote, “Dynamic leaders – no matter where they are in the organization – embrace change and make it happen.  They fearlessly complete tasks, work with others in a variety of ways, and they combine intelligence, integrity, energy, optimism, and creativity to serve the present, and anticipate and plan for the future.” The key […]

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