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1:33Watch VideoConfessions of a First-Level Leader: There's no Time for 1-on-1s With my Team
1-on-1s are key to building high-engagement and maintaining accountability. They are simply too important to skip. Make them part of your leadership toolkit with these seven steps.
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Read ArticleHave Humility
When you think leader, humble isn't always the first thing to come to mind. In reality, one of the most underappreciated leadership qualities in this world is humility.
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Read ArticleFocus on Your Circle of Influence
There are circumstances that are beyond our control, but there is something you can do. Check out this FranklinCovey leadership tip to learn more.
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Read ArticleChoose Abundance
Do you know what choosing abundance means? Read this tip to learn more.
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Read ArticleMake High-Value Decisions
Do you know how to make high-value decisions? As a leader, this will be a must have skill.
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Read ArticleCelebrate Wins
When your team accomplishes goals, do you celebrate them? It is important to spend time acknowledging wins with your team.
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Read ArticleFocus on the Wildly Important
Have you focused on the wildly important? Use this tip to keep priorities in line.
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Read ArticleCreate Vision
Do each of your team members know and understand your vision? Can your team articulate it well?
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Read ArticleProtect Against Urgencies
Are urgencies draining your team's energy? Try this helpful tip to protect against energy draining urgencies.
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Read ArticleConstantly Coach
Do you see every interaction with team members as an opportunity to build confidence and develop potential?
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Read ArticleRight Wrongs
When you break a promise, is your first instinct to defend yourself, rationalize, minimize, or ignore it altogether?
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Read ArticleMake it Safe to Tell the Truth
Todd Davis said, "The higher you are up the organizational ladder, the less likely you are to hear the truth--especially about yourself."
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Read ArticleGet to Know Your People
Constantly working at work might move the project along a little faster, but if you don't know the people you work with, projects will take much longer.
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Read ArticleRelease Resentment
There is an old saying that says holding onto resentment is like taking poison and hoping the other person dies.
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Read ArticleExtend Trust
Demonstrate a propensity to trust by extending trust abundantly to those who have earned your trust.
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Read ArticleExpect to Win
Have you ever seen leaders who have little to no faith in their team? Read this tip to learn more.
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Read ArticleBe Prepared to Ask Questions
If someone does something you don't understand, be ready to ask questions.
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1:18Watch VideoConfessions of a First-Level Leader: I get so Nervous During Presentations That it’s Affecting my Credibility
Don’t let your nerves affect your ability to deliver presentations effectively. Jimmy McDermott shares some tips to help you calm your nerves and to present with confidence.
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Read ArticleRedirect Credit
When leading a team, you are the face of your team and their work. It's common to receive more of the credit than you might deserve. Learn to share the credit with this tip.
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Read ArticleTrack Your Time
Assess how your team is spending their time without micromanaging with this leadership tip.
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