How Do Managers Identify Themselves As Managers Rather Than Leaders?
Research shows that in the U.S., most CEOs are tall, old, white men. But it doesn’t necessarily mean to be…
Leadership Improvement
In working with experienced CEOs, David Norman often sees the most common challenges that these senior executives face in day-to-day business. Because of this, much of David’s coaching and consulting under Leadership Improvement focuses on his core findings about the most important skills for leadership: empathetic listening and asking the right questions. Below David offers his advice in strategies and leadership skills to help small businesses succeed.
Why Great Leaders Inspire Employees To Think For Themselves
World-renown leadership pioneer Warren Bennis said, “I used to think running an organization was equivalent to conducting a symphony orchestra….
Good Leaders Are Good Listeners, but Even Better at Asking Questions
Exceptional leaders have an above-average ability to listen. They know listening gives them the information they need to make good…
Six Qualities You Must Show as a Leader to Gain Followers
Best-selling author and inspirational speaker Simon Sinek said, “To be a leader, you must have followers.” That’s a pretty obvious…
Become a More Effective Leader: Listen Until it Hurts
Ernest Hemingway said, “I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most people never listen.”…