Blog & PodcastWant to Get More Productive?Sign up here to receive my FREE Top 10 Tips to turn Busy into Productive in 30 Days First Name Email* Subscribe Now ShowArticlesPodcasts ArticleLeadership Needs to Graduate From A Concept.June 19, 2011 I was at a VECCI business lunch last week and the guest speaker was Australian of the Year Simon McKeon. What an inspiring, humble and incredibly intelligent person. He has done some wonderful philanthropic work and is making a real difference. He was interviewed Q&A style and shared his views on business, the economy […] Read More ArticleBusiness Leadership Tip #8June 14, 2011Business Leadership Tip Business Leadership Tip # 8 – Systems and Process This is where you can take your business to the next level. The implementation of systems and processes to support your business strategy is a must. And yet it is where many businesses fall down. At Distinctive leadership we call these leadership practices. […] Read More ArticleThe Likeable LeaderJune 14, 2011You will know one for sure. The likeable leader is the one you call ‘lovely’. The leader who goes out of their way to be nice, to accommodate as many needs of their staff as possible, who consults the team on decisions – all of them. The likeable leader generally tolerates poor behaviour and makes […] Read More ArticleBusiness Leaders and Empty Promises (from Monday Inspiration)May 26, 2011When you deal with people every day as I do and have been trained in Human Behaviour like I have, you can read people pretty well. Or so I thought! There are some who can still fool you. I have written before about my frustration with people’s actions not supporting their words. It’s one of […] Read More ArticleTen Things That Courageous Leaders Do.May 24, 2011There are leaders and then there are leaders. In today’s fast changing and fiercely competitive environment, it takes a certain standard of leadership to succeed. Wimpy, indecisive leadership is not going to cut it. Autocratic and suffocating leadership is not going to cut it either. Courageous leadership is the answer. This is a gutsy, risk […] Read More ArticleMeetings For Meeting’s Sake!May 22, 2011One of the biggest complaints that we get from leaders and executives is how many meetings they are expected to attend. People often show up to a meeting that is poorly facilitated, has no purpose and is not necessary to an outcome. It's a nice to have! Ridiculous! Who has time for that? These are […] Read More ArticleThe Business Leadership Academy Interview with Craig DevlinMay 20, 2011Our next interview is with business expert Craig Devlin. The interview will be held on Wednesday 25th May at 12pm. Let me tell you a bit more about Craig. “Craig is a very successful businessman who has created his success through his strong strategic thinking and high level negotiation skills. If you have a dispute […] Read More ArticleBusiness Leadership Tip #7May 19, 2011Obstacles A key leadership trait is the ability to identify potential obstacles that may present challenges to business growth and development. While you may not be able to identify all of them (some will happen through natural causes such as our recent natural disasters), others you will be able to foresee. To be able to […] Read More ArticleBusiness Leadership Tip #6May 17, 2011Goals Set Business Goals. Short, medium and long term goals. There is a saying “You can’t hit the target if you do not know where you are aiming”. Very true. Not having goals in place for a business is like being on a boat without a rudder. Depending on which direction the wind blows, you […] Read MorePages: First Page123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282930313233343536373839404142434445464748Last PageOlder PostsShowArticlesPodcasts ArticleLeadership Style – The Brand of a Leader.March 07, 2011You will have heard of the term Leadership Style. Your leadership style is how you communicate and behave as a leader. You may be an autocratic, a free reign or a democratic leader, which are the headline styles of leadership or a combination. Dependant on that, people will have a certain perception of you, based […] Read More ArticleLeader By Title? Level 1 LeadershipMarch 03, 2011I have a big problem with people who call themselves a leader simply because they have a “leadership title”. It absolutely gets me every time. I am absolutely passionate about leadership and not just the concept, the fulfilment of leadership, the act of leadership, of being a true leader at work, at home and in […] Read More ArticleLeadership Skill – How Do You Know How Your Staff Are Performing?March 01, 2011Leaders, ask yourself that question. How do you know how your staff are performing? How do you really know besides what people are telling you? Ok you may know how they are performing results wise. Sales speak for themselves. But is that the only measure of success you have in place for your business? Behaviours […] Read More ArticleBusiness Leadership AcademyMarch 01, 2011 The Leadership Academy For Todays Business Leaders Launching On Wednesday March 16th Introducing The Business Leadership Academy Have you ever wondered what makes people successful? Have you had the opportunity to learn from other business leaders, thought leaders and people leaders sharing the secrets to their success and their mindset? Are you […] Read More ArticleThe Importance Of Business Identity.February 27, 2011Last year I wrote on the importance of culture and asked 7 key questions about your business. You can read the article here. Culture defines your business. Culture is your business identity. It provides a framework for staff to operate within and assists them to understand what your business stands for. If your staff understand […] Read More ArticleDecisive Leader – Leadership SkillFebruary 24, 2011Seth Godin whom is a ‘god’ in the marketing world has a saying “you don’t need more time, you need to decide.” Great advice! One of the biggest reasons or excuses people give me for not achieving what they would like to is because they have no time. Well I’d like to let you in […] Read More ArticleLeadership and IntuitionFebruary 22, 2011Can I ask you a question? Thank you! Should a leader use their intuition or not to make decisions? Do you believe intuition is a critical component to leadership? Let’s define intuition. The term intuition is used to describe thoughts and preferences that come to mind quickly and without much reflection. The word 'intuition' comes […] Read More ArticleLeadership Skill – Title = ResponsibilityFebruary 21, 2011The controversy surrounding prominent AFL Player Manager Ricky Nixon is to say the least unfortunate. Only he knows what really happened in this situation. But you really need to ask the question why? What was he thinking even considering any type of relationship with this young girl, who has a history, a long history of […] Read More ArticleHave Your Say On Leadership Today – Results Are In!February 17, 2011Have Your Say On Leadership Today – The results are in! What people are seeking in a leader today is very clear. And the majority is not getting it! This was a very clear message from the recent Distinctive Leadership survey. This report is lengthy BUT we have had an enormous amount of interest in […] Read More ArticleLeadership Skill – Has The Tide Turned?February 17, 2011I have been rather critical of Julia Gillard and her leadership in the early stages of her prime ministership. Maybe she’s been reading my articles? Highly unlikely but would be great to think so! “Julie Hyde, Leadership Advisor to the PM”, I think that sounds marvelous but I’m now back on planet earth. I’ll save […] Read MorePages: First Page12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243Last PageOlder Posts
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