Every great idea begins with an insight.
What makes a leader truly great? Is it crushing goals? Delivering jaw-dropping presentations? Wielding unmatched expertise? Surprisingly, it's none of these things.
The real mark of a great...
The holidays are a time for giving, but in our fast-paced, always-on world, the most meaningful gifts aren't the ones wrapped in ribbons. What if the best gift you could offer wasn't tangible at...
Why Teams Crave Accountability and How You Can Use It to Be a Better Leader
In our society, being nice is often seen as a virtue. We're taught to be kind, considerate, and agreeable. But when it...
Did you know that only 22% of employees feel they are managed in a way that encourages exceptional performance? Alarming, right? For any leader committed to unlocking their team's full...
Fueled by technological advances, today's modern workplace feels worlds away from our cave-dwelling roots. But there is at least one factor that hasn't changed for centuries: the human need for...
If you've ever flown, you've likely heard the pre-flight safety briefing where airline passengers are instructed to secure their own oxygen masks before assisting others. It's a critical...
Leaders: Pay Attention, or Else!
You've likely heard about the high cost of workplace injuries, bullying, low morale, and high turnover. But outside of those obvious workplace villains, there is a...
Leadership that is heavy on advice and direction often sounds like a quacking duck—bothersome and pestering. And while it might seem easier to tell people what to do, this approach limits...
How to Cope With Imposter Syndrome
Have you ever had a nagging feeling that you don't belong at work, that you are under-qualified and masquerading as someone much more talented and knowledgeable...
The inaugural group of professionals to earn an eLeadership Academy Credit Union Leadership and Coaching (CULC) Designation have graduated, and we couldn’t be more proud.
Jointly awarded by...
Silence really is golden, but most of us will do anything to avoid it.
What is your silence threshold: a few seconds, a minute, a few minutes? For most leaders, becoming comfortable with...
As a credit union people leader, you might see yourself as a good boss. But do those you lead see it the same way?
It turns out many managers aren't as great as they might like to believe. A recent...
