In the evolving world of business, where soft skills and team dynamics have become integral to success, understanding oneself and one’s colleagues has never been more vital. Enter the Enneagram: a nine-pointed system that dives deep into the human psyche, offering insights into our core motivations, fears, and desires. While traditionally used for personal growth, […]
Innovation is the lifeblood of organizations in today’s rapidly evolving world. It is the driving force behind growth, competitiveness, and long-term success. But innovation doesn’t happen by chance. It requires visionary leaders who can inspire and ignite the spark of creativity within their teams. Let’s explore the crucial role of transformational leadership in igniting innovation […]
Transformational leaders understand that development and motivation are essential for organizations to achieve their fullest potential. While transformational leadership can be an effective way to create positive change within an organization, it is also important to consider the ethical implications of this style of leadership. The idea that leaders must be role models and inspire […]
Transformational leadership has long been recognized for its positive impact on organizational growth, employee engagement, and innovation. In recent years, researchers have delved into the fascinating world of neuroscience to understand the science behind this leadership style. By exploring how the brain functions and reacts to transformational leadership, we can better understand why it’s so […]
Change is inevitable, yet change efforts often fail to deliver the intended results. In fact, studies[1] have shown that approximately 70% of change initiatives fail to meet their objectives. Among the top three reasons for this failure is resistance to change, with 39% of organizations[2] citing it as the primary reason for unsuccessful change efforts. […]
Even though change is inevitable, people can sometimes meet it with resistance. Whether it is a new company strategy, a change in leadership, or a shift in organizational structure, change can be uncomfortable and difficult to accept. As a transformational leader, it is essential to manage resistance to change to ensure that your organization can […]
Transformational leadership is a leadership style that focuses on inspiring and motivating followers to achieve their full potential. One of the most important aspects of transformational leadership is leading by example. Leaders who demonstrate the behaviors and values they expect of their followers are much more likely to create a positive, productive, and transformative workplace […]
Self-awareness is at the core of transformational leadership. To be an effective leader who inspires and transforms others, it is essential to have a deep understanding of one’s own values, beliefs, motivations, and emotional intelligence. This self-awareness acts as a threshold, beyond which leaders can use their insights to make conscious decisions that align with […]
What IS transformational leadership? Transformational leadership is an approach to leadership that inspires and motivates individuals to achieve their full potential. This approach is characterized by a focus on personal and organizational growth, and a commitment to creating a positive impact on society. It is fundamental to successful leadership in an ever-changing world. At its […]
In the past ten years, Executive or Leadership coaching has gone from being viewed with skepticism to a business trend that garners over 1 billion dollars each year. What is the secret to its success? The answer is simple– it works. Surveys done year-over-year by various research bodies shows that 83% of the executives who […]
I walk my dogs every morning: rain or shine, wind or heat, I walk my dogs every morning. And every morning I experience some form of change resistance. Now, don’t get me wrong—I love to walk my dogs. Intellectually, I know how good it is for them and me. Emotionally, I like the quiet time […]
“The number of habitable worlds in our galaxy is certainly in the tens of billions, minimum, and we haven’t even talked about the moons. And the number of galaxies we can see, other than our own, is about 100 billion.” – Seth Shostak, Senior Astronomer at California’s SETI Institute I believe in intelligent design in the […]
Intuition is a popular subject these days. References to it saturate social media. I see everything from advice on how to improve my intuition, to tests to discover whether or not I am psychic. When I read these articles about intuition, it feels like another way to pressure myself into being more spiritual. These articles seem […]
Last Monday, Alberto Zamora arrived home later than usual. He opened his garage door and drove in. He was eager to see his wife and new baby daughter after a stressful day at work. He knew they were waiting for him upstairs in the condo they had just bought. As he opened the car door, […]
It’s the lightening round at the end of the game. You still have one chance to pull out the win. The words fly onto your screen from right and left: banana, go-cart, rose. How do you decide which word to choose? How do you know when to push your button and win the game? It’s simple–you remember […]