Let’s face it, we’ve all been there. The constant check-ins, the hovering presence, the feeling of needing permission for every step – micromanagement can stifle creativity, drain motivation, and ultimately hinder both individual and team performance. But what if there was a better way? A leadership approach that empowers employees, fosters a sense of ownership,…
Leaders need to be proactive in finding solutions to problems before they arise. Pinpointing opportunities for improvement through creative brainstorming, and logically evaluating options assists in decision making and avoiding issues before they develop—enter critical thinking. What is critical thinking you ask? Great question! Critical thinking is the ability to think in an organized and…
When identifying the skills you possess, you’ll probably notice that some are tangible and some are more abstract. And guess what — both are important! When employers are searching for new talent, they will likely be looking for a good balance of the two. Likewise, the best employers will also be looking for training and…
Effective Communication. It might very well be the #1 soft skill you need to succeed. Think about it. When communication is poor, wires cross, tensions rise, and initiatives fail. We communicate daily with peers, direct reports, bosses, customers, friends, and partners. Doing it well means you get along better. It means you make more money,…
Here’s the deal. Outstanding leaders are not carbon copies of one another. There is no copy-and-paste template you can use for achieving success. However, when you look at leaders who have made things happen and have done well at it, there are undoubtedly a few things they will have in common. If you’re looking to…
Artificial Intelligence has been around for a while, but the way we are using it and how well it works continues to evolve rapidly. This is monumental because it’s forcing organizations to adapt or die. Customer needs will continue to shift; overall market conditions will fluctuate; and new competitors will emerge. How can businesses deal…
Literally translating to “good change,” Kaizen is a productivity philosophy that was developed in post-WWII Japanese manufacturing. The process was meant to challenge the status quo by introducing small, continuous improvements. While other methods of productivity and accountability – like to-do lists and the pomodoro technique – provide a definitive framework for achieving your goals,…
Thank you for making Dale Carnegie Training part of your self-improvement journey! In 2019 we published over fifty articles on public speaking, leadership, and soft skills, and the following five were the most popular amongst our readers. Stay tuned for 2020 and a whole new set of content that will help you to achieve your…
It is common to hear Dale Carnegie trainers advising others to “make it a great day!” but what exactly does this mean? The more common “have a nice day,” or the colloquial “have a good one!” are accepted as a standard parting in North America, implying that the speaker hopes the other party enjoys whatever…
We talk a lot about what it takes to be a good leader, but what about the things leaders should be avoiding? The last thing any leader wants is for their team to think poorly of them, to be afraid of them, to complain about them at the water cooler — so how can you…