In this episode of 180 Mentoring, have I got a story for you! I know my audience appreciates stories, so listen up. Recently I had an unwelcome process which I had put off, but when I finally accomplished it the results were great. However, the job had some major aggravations, likely caused by some previous workers who had a poor work ethic. In my …

Sometimes the smallest opportunity for keeping your word can make one of the biggest impacts in a person’s life. This goes for anyone in a position of leadership, whether in business, parenting, or other relationships. You know you appreciate it when someone keeps his or her word to you. Make sure you do the same for the people around you. In this …

As a leader, you will encounter days when your calendar will be filled with commitments. Expect it. Then a request will come for your company to do work for a potential client. You know your company will not even have a chance to do the job for that person. What should you do? If you refer him or her to one of your competitors, you might never gain…

You’ve just been assigned to a new office or position as a team leader. What team leader skills do you need to successfully introduce yourself and begin the job? If you try to come across as though you’re amazing and you have a whole new system to implement, you’re probably going to de-motivate your new team. Believe it or not, I have experienced t…

What knowledge is essential for good leaders? One of the most valuable pieces of leadership knowledge you can possess is this: You don’t have to know everything to be a fantastic leader! Does that sound counter-intuitive? Let me explain. The more I learn, the less I know. No one is automatically licensed to be a good leader. As a leader, it’s ok if…

Leadership is the most important part of a team or company. Without effective leadership, everyone will struggle to reach the goal. But what makes leadership effective? In this episode of 180 Mentoring, I discuss why I think Inspired Leadership is the most effective type of leadership and how you can lead in a way that inspires your team. Listen to…

In my many years of business leadership, I have noticed that the biggest roadblocks and frustrations that face leaders and their teams are often caused by the smallest issues. These issues are minor but when left unresolved become huge hurdles. If you take the time to work hard to say “yes” to a new opportunity or process instead of taking the easy…

Problems and the workplace go hand in hand. The very nature of working with others means there will be problems. Relationship problems, business problems, workplace problems, there seems to be no end. I’d argue that without problems, it is impossible to grow a competent team and grow your business. When a problem arises it gives you an opportunity …

Nobody really enjoys a crisis situation. But good leadership in times of crisis is what enables teams to work together effectively and efficiently to deal with the crisis wisely and well. On this episode of 180 Mentoring, I’m addressing the issue of leadership in times of crisis because I’ve been asked to speak to the issue. And it’s something I’m …

6 Leadership Activities That Create Success, Episode #6 The leadership activities that you employ in your organization will either lead to success or failure – and you get to decide which it’s going to be. You decide by either committing to learn, grow, and increase your leadership skills or by ignoring the need for growth and continuing on as you …

As a leader you are the one responsible to make sure the hard conversations happen. If you don’t – if you remain silent – you communicate to your team that the way things are going is alright with you. So the hard conversations are mandatory for any team to be healthy. But how do you … Continue reading Leading Hard Conversations In The Workplace – …

Is it your job to hand-hold the people on your team? I hear that sort of response a lot from people who want their direct reports to be independent. That’s a good goal but it doesn’t happen overnight. I think maybe the hand-holding concern is asking the wrong question. The real question is this: Do … Continue reading Episode 4 – Achieving Goals →…

You hear a lot these days about goal setting. I believe that short term goals are the backbone of any goal setting strategy. The reason I say that is because it’s the short term goals that actually get things done and move you toward the accomplishment of the longer term strategic goals that move your … Continue reading Episode 3 – Setting Short Te…

We’ve all been there. The staff meeting that goes on – and on – and on – and on. You wonder why you are there. You wonder why ANYONE is there. You wonder if you’re going to make it home in time for dinner. It’s painful. Those are exactly the WRONG kind of staff meetings … Continue reading Episode 2 – Staff Meeting Magic →…

Hello all!! Here is the first episode of 180 Mentoring. Im hoping that you will take a few minutes to hear the vision I have for 180 Mentoring. Leadership and Mentoring can be intimidating…but it shouldn’t be! We have all had struggles in these areas…and have learned how to overcome them. Im hoping that through 180 … Continue reading An Intro to 18…