Lolly Daskal

APRIL 3, 2024

In this blog post, we will explore seven powerful examples of common CEO mistakes and the valuable lessons that can be learned from them. Lead From Within: Acknowledging and learning from mistakes is a powerful tool for personal and organizational growth. #1

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 14, 2024

In this blog, we’ll explore seven essential leadership skills that every new manager should know and cultivate. A high EQ enhances your ability to connect with your team on a personal level. Lead From Within: Becoming a new manager is both a challenge and an opportunity for personal and professional growth. #1

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Lolly Daskal

MAY 9, 2024

It’s essential to view feedback as an opportunity for personal and professional development, rather than as criticism. In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, adaptability is a vital leadership trait. Embracing feedback cultivates a culture of continuous improvement within your leadership. Am I Adapting to Change?

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Empathy is a crucial trait for any leader, especially those who want to succeed. They foster a positive and inclusive culture, build strong relationships with their team members, and are more likely to make better decisions. Never bully or intimidate: Empathetic leaders never use their power or position to bully or intimidate others.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 5, 2024

Effective leadership isn’t just about guiding a team or achieving organizational goals; it’s also about personal growth and development. Setting personal development goals is a powerful way for leaders to enhance their skills, mindset, and overall effectiveness. Setting clear objectives helps you stay focused and motivated.

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Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 9, 2023

Building a culture of learning and development in your team is essential for fostering a positive and dynamic work environment where every member of the team has the support and resources they need to thrive. Recognize and reward personal and professional growth. 1 N A T I O N A L B E S T S E L L E R. The Leadership Gap.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 30, 2024

Celebrating successes creates a positive atmosphere and motivates team members to strive for excellence. Personalized Recognition: Take the time to understand each team member’s strengths and areas of expertise. Provide personalized recognition and opportunities for growth that align with their individual aspirations and goals.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 26, 2024

A positive and engaging workplace can lead to higher productivity, increased employee retention, and ultimately, better business outcomes. Step 1: Create a Positive Work Environment A welcoming and positive work environment sets the stage for a great employee experience.

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Michael McKinney

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

Everyone needs to demonstrate leadership traits—regardless of their position. Everyone needs to be positive and inspirational. Source: Intentional Leadership: The Big 8 Capabilities Setting Leaders Apart * * * Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog. Everyone needs to do their part to shape culture.

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Lolly Daskal

MAY 2, 2024

Seek out opportunities for personal and professional development, whether it’s through executive coaching, workshops, or mentorship. Build resilience by developing coping strategies, seeking support from your network, and maintaining a positive mindset. Take time to assess your leadership strengths and weaknesses honestly.

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Lolly Daskal

FEBRUARY 13, 2024

Emotions are a powerful driving force in our personal and professional lives. Here are seven such emotions and how they can positively impact your team’s success. Gratitude: Expressing gratitude creates a positive atmosphere within your team. Resilience: Resilience is the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adversity.

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AIHR

OCTOBER 23, 2023

In this blog, we’ll dive deep into the art and science of crafting a candidate persona. Instead, a candidate persona delves deep into an applicant’s communication style, personality type, motivations, goals, and soft skills. Candidate persons are a valuable tool during recruitment. Let’s dive in!

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AIHR

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

For instance, organizations that nurture a culture of positivity, productivity, and performance will be seeking candidates who naturally embody these traits. Where typical call centers experience a 30-45% employee turnover rate, Zappos has an 18-20% turnover rate for the same positions with the same pay.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 16, 2024

These approaches ignite creativity and foster positive change. Encourage Lifelong Learning: Promote a culture of continuous learning and personal development. As an executive leadership coach, I emphasize the significance of implementing seven unconventional methods to cultivate diverse thinking in organizations.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Whether it’s disagreement about strategy, personality clashes, or differing values, conflict in leadership can be damaging to both the individuals involved and the organization as a whole. But in time, every executive reaches a point when their performance suffers and failure persists. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lolly Daskal

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

In the world of leadership and professional development, executive coaching has become an invaluable tool for achieving personal and organizational success. Ensure your coach’s style, approach, and values align with your personality and objectives. Regular self-reflection is essential for personal and professional growth.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 10, 2024

Here’s why self-development should be at the center of your leadership: Setting the Example: Self-development is more than a personal endeavor; it’s a ripple effect that emanates from the leader throughout the organization. When a leader commits to self-improvement, it sets a powerful example for the entire team.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 9, 2024

Hire for Drive: Drive refers to a person’s inner motivation and determination to achieve. One non-negotiable skill is coachability, as it determines a person’s willingness to learn and develop. This formula includes evaluating four critical aspects: drive, values, skills, and habits.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Inability to create a company culture: Culture is the personality of an organization, and it’s the leader’s responsibility to establish and maintain a positive culture that aligns with the company’s values and goals. Poor time management can lead to missed deadlines and decreased productivity.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 15, 2024

By promoting personal growth, leaders also address the succession needs of their organization. Displaying a positive attitude: Leaders must have a positive and inspiring attitude in order to create a culture of positivity and psychological safety. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Prepare beforehand: Prepare for difficult conversations by thinking about what you want to say, anticipating the other person’s reactions, and having counterarguments ready. Use “I” statements: Instead of accusing the other person, use “I” statements to express your feelings, concerns, and needs.

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Get Lighthouse

MAY 7, 2022

And are you confident in your hiring process to ensure you hire the right person the first time when they don’t have years of experience already? Today’s post is all about recognizing the signs of a great high-potential hire and what traits you can build on to turn them into your best performers. Trait #1: Attention to detail.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 6, 2024

Here are six significant strategies to retain your best employees: Cultivate a Positive Culture: Creating a positive workplace culture is essential for retaining top talent. Support Work-Life Balance: Striking a balance between work and personal life is crucial for employee well-being.

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Vantage Circle

JANUARY 12, 2024

” - Mahatma Gandhi That’s what self-efficacy does to any ordinary person (or animal), as we’ll learn in the following story. Once a person believes in his/her own capabilities, it provides a medium of self-motivation to perform well. At the depths of a well, a determined frog found itself trapped.

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Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 25, 2022

But as a leader, you set the tone, and it’s important to create positivity. When you reshape your mindset to positivity, you find opportunity in challenges and benefits in drawbacks. People with positive attitudes remain hopeful and see the best even in difficult situations. Think of one thing and find something positive in it.

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Lolly Daskal

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

Additionally, giving them positive feedback on their performance. This can include things like giving your team members small tokens of appreciation, such as a gift card or a personalized note. In every organization it’s important to know the boundaries of each person and what is acceptable and what’s not.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 19, 2024

If you find that your personal or professional objectives no longer align with the mission and vision of your organization, it may be a sign to reassess your career path. Values Not Aligned: Leadership should align with your personal values and principles. When the fire of passion dims, it can impact your effectiveness as a leader.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Here are 5 psychology tricks that you can steal to improve your leadership: Use the power of positive reinforcement: Positive reinforcement is a powerful tool for influencing your own behavior. By rewarding yourself for your positive actions and efforts. This can help to increase your own motivation and focus.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 28, 2024

Increased Absenteeism: Employees who feel undervalued may take more sick days or personal time off to deal with stress-related issues, resulting in elevated absenteeism rates. Recognizing and appreciating your employees isn’t just about fostering a positive workplace culture; it’s also a prudent business move.

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Lolly Daskal

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

This approach can help prevent the conversation from becoming personal and defensive. This can make it easier for the other person to hear and understand your perspective. Ask open-ended questions As a leader, it’s important to ask open-ended questions that encourage the other person to share their perspective and thoughts.

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Lolly Daskal

MAY 4, 2023

Ask open-ended questions: Rather than jumping to conclusions or making assumptions, ask open-ended questions to encourage the other person to share their perspective. This means being honest and transparent about your thoughts and feelings, and being willing to listen to the other person’s perspective.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 25, 2024

Show understanding and flexibility when it comes to personal commitments. Promote work-life balance: A balanced life leads to more engaged employees. Encourage your team members to prioritize their well-being and maintain a healthy work-life balance. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Leadership is a vital aspect of any successful organization, and effective leaders possess a unique set of traits and characteristics that set them apart. Do care about fostering a positive atmosphere. Don’t care about personal gain. Effective leaders put the needs of the organization before their own personal needs.

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Lolly Daskal

APRIL 7, 2023

Here are the five psychological needs that make a significant difference in engaging your employees: Personal needs: This psychology involves an employee’s self-expression and the desire to reach their full potential. Leaders who prioritize engagement actually use this psychology to make it work.

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Lolly Daskal

MAY 10, 2023

They can be personalized: A note of appreciation doesn’t have to be a generic message sent to the whole team. You can take the time to write a personalized note to each team member, highlighting specific contributions or achievements. This can boost morale and make your team feel valued and appreciated.

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Lolly Daskal

AUGUST 9, 2023

Leadership abilities are not solely determined by an individual’s personal characteristics or qualities. In fact, there are many surprising factors that can affect a person’s leadership abilities. Personal Brand: Your personal brand is the reputation you have within your industry and within your organization.

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Lolly Daskal

MARCH 8, 2023

As a leader, it is important to not only focus on the task at hand, but also to take the time to connect with those you lead on a personal level. Therefore, it’s important to encourage your team to focus on the positive and to not let fear or self-doubt get in the way. One way to do this is through the written word.

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