My blog is to help you master four C’s that no true leader can be without: Confidence, Communication, Craftsmanship, Co-worker collaboration.
I want to help you get ahead without giving up your life. The blog material is what I present in my “best leadership practices” keynote presentations and what I coach my clients in — which caused Conde Nast Portfolio magazine to describe me as “one of the top five executive coaches to have on speed dial.”
Debra Benton
President
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How do you ‘go on board’ when you’re already there?
When you get a new boss you are the unknown. Even though your job position hasn’t changed, you have to take the same action as if you are going on board a new position.
When nearly 10% loose their jobs the remaining 90% get shuffled [...]
Who to go to for wise advice now?
President Obama declared Senator Ted Kennedy his mentor. Katie Couric and Dan Rather claimed Walter Cronkite was theirs. Just three very public examples that represent a larger demographic trend of baby boomers who have lost their mentors.
Traditionally mentors are older which means to a 50-60 [...]
You need a job. You just got offered a job. The problem is, it’s not your dream job. Should you take it, or should you hold out until the perfect opportunity comes along? After all, we’re in a recession and it could be a long time until another offer comes your way.
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