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Situational Leadership

The Situational Leadership model is about understanding that there is no single best way to lead because what works depends on the readiness and needs…

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Accepting Feedback

Giving and receiving feedback can be difficult and not all feedback is created equal. Adam Grant’s framework offers a simple way to decide which feedback deserves your attention.

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Focus on What You Can Control

Build resilience and peace of mind by focusing on what we can control, influencing what we can influence, and letting go of what we cannot control.

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Executive Presence: The Bates Model

Executive presence is about inspiring confidence, trust, and action. The Bates ExPI™ Model breaks this down into three essential dimensions: Character, Substance, and Style.

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Helping Conversations: Coaching vs. Mentoring

When it comes to personal and professional development, the terms coaching and mentorship are often used interchangeably but they’re not the same. This graphic by Timothy Tiryaki breaks down the distinctions and overlaps between these two transformative roles:

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Fear Responses: Fight Flight Freeze

Our nervous system reacts to stress and safety, moving between three main states. When we feel safe and connected we are in the green zone called social engagement where emotions like joy, curiosity, and compassion thrive.

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Sources of Power

Power is a tool for influence and leaders should assess which sources of power they possess and how to use them ethically.

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The What If Tool

The “What If?” Bias tool is a simple way to shift your mindset when you find yourself stuck worrying about everything that could go wrong. Instead of ...

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