by Beth Strathman | Sep 17, 2016 | ego, leader, leadership
While most examples of leadership throughout history reflect the military prowess of masculine-dominant, patriarchal cultures, here are a few timeless principles of leadership from the Ancient World that are still valued in business in the 21st century....
by Beth Strathman | Jun 11, 2016 | appreciation, business, collaboration, corporate culture, credibility, leader, leadership, leadership skills, leadership training, strategy, success
Whether you were recently promoted to a leadership position for the first time, or you are a seasoned leader hired into a new company, stepping into a new role is exciting . . . and it can also be fraught with landmines and interpersonal dynamics you never dreamed of....
by Beth Strathman | May 12, 2016 | business, leader, leadership, leadership skills, leadership training, self-awareness
The following leadership types come from feelings of underlying shame that center around their identities. Their behaviors reflect how they attempt to craft identities they believe are more worthy. Business Dysfunction: Overcare Leadership Type: Helper/Giver –...
by Beth Strathman | May 12, 2016 | business, leader, leadership, leadership skills, leadership training, self-awareness
Some business dysfunctions are driven by leadership types who work from underlying feelings of anger, whether it’s suppressed, acted out, or repressed. Here’s how these types show up. Business Dysfunction: Power, Control & Micromanagement Leadership...
by Beth Strathman | Feb 20, 2016 | alignment, authentic, feedback, integrity, leader, leadership
It’s very easy to go along, get along, with the fear that if you really showed others who you are and what you really believed about your company’s current strategy and tactics, others would question your loyalty or competence. To be grounded and sure of yourself,...
by Beth Strathman | Nov 21, 2015 | awareness, behavior, beliefs, leader, leadership, leadership skills, leadership training, management skills, management training, self-awareness
You see yourself as one of the most caring leaders on the planet. You really listen to your employees and their complaints. You work hard to create good relationships with your direct reports, seeking to be a special type of boss to them. You do what you can to make...
