A mentor is a person who is a leader. It often refers to an individual who displays good leadership qualities, which others want to emulate. Also, a mentor is a person who is responsible and who teaches or trains fellow peers on specific topics, attributes or life experiences. Therefore, an apex mentor refers to...
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“Place one foot in front of the other” are the words that I continue to ponder on while I move forward in best understanding the importance of leading with ethics and morality. These were the words of my mentor Jill Martin. This advice was of importance as I was faced with challenges from leaders...
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People often wonder if leaders are born or developed. But, as a former Golden Key Chapter President and long-time leader in a national professional development organization, rest assured: leadership skills can be developed. One of the primary leadership skills to hone is communications, specifically small talk. Yes, public speaking is a common phobia, but...
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Isaac Newton lived in the 17th century and was one of the most prominent scientists of all time. Newton’s three laws of motion describe not only why a golf ball follows a curving path, why we become pressed against the side of a cornering car, and why we feel the force through a baseball...
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Leaders of “tomorrow” are the next generation of talented and capable individuals who rise above the parochial limitations of life’s challenges. These individuals ought to possess the necessary skills and aptitude to guide and transform society into achieving its vision and goals. No leader is born with prior knowledge and skills; rather, such knowledge...
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As far back as we can remember, we’ve been told to listen. In any organization with a top-down hierarchy, listening is paramount. However, as we move up the ladder, we tend to start talking more and listening less. You have to lead, you have to manage, you have to train, and you have to...
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During this time of uncertainty, we need leadership now more than ever. Our world is looking for leaders with vision. Someone who has the capability to not only have vision but be able to turn that vision into reality. You may be saying to yourself, this sounds great but I’m not in a position...
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Whether in a small, large, complex, or military organization, challenges will arise at all levels. You will have to face these challenges head-on, so what will you do? There are many books, lectures, and informative videos that give insight into what leaders must do in troubling times. However, I will not regurgitate them all....
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Metaphorically speaking, leadership means you take the helm of the ship, but that does not mean you’re alone on that ship. The many actors on your ship function semi-autonomously, yet are interdependent on others to complete tasks and accomplish goals. By all accounts, it is the mission and the responsibility of the leader to...
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For many, the notion of working from home can seem quite intimidating. The thought of not working in the office and being separated from colleagues for the first time can be an adjustment. To cultivate a productive and inclusive remote culture, let’s identify some of the associated challenges: Lack of resources (including supervision) Social...
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