The Distinct Leader
Transform your talent into measurable value with LinkedIn Learning Educator JoAnn Corley-Schwarzkopf

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Oct
17
Debunking Change Management - Part 2

Debunking Change Management - Part 2

The intent of change management is to produce better outcomes, which means change management is also simultaneously results management.
1 min read
Oct
03
Debunking Change Management - Part 1

Debunking Change Management - Part 1

In essence, change management is all about changing thinking & behaviors. It's about guiding individuals and teams to embrace new ways of working, thinking, and interacting.
2 min read
Sep
19
Do You Know The Gateway To Exceptional Leadership?

Do You Know The Gateway To Exceptional Leadership?

Hint: It involves deep thinking. Let me walk you through the 5 elements of deep thinking, and the 5 steps on how to cultivate deep thinking in leadership.
4 min read
Sep
06

The Biggest Deception in Leadership Thinking (You'll Want to Know)

A cool aspect of understanding the role human behavior plays in achieving new results is that every behavior has an initial impact and a ripple effect.
2 min read
Aug
15

A Surprising Employee Morale Booster - That's Completely Free!

In typical performance management plans, what seems to be commonly included is the practice of 1/1s - individual performance check-ins. If conducted well, they certainly can be positive and constructive. But what do we do to nurture positive connections and morale boosters in between those times?
1 min read
Jul
27
An Important Insight for Employee Morale

An Important Insight for Employee Morale

One set of words we use frequently, related directly to employee morale, are (1) appreciation, (2) rewards, and (3) recognition, and they are typically clumped together. Each has its own definition and impact.
3 min read
Jul
12
Too Much of a Good Thing - The Dark Side of Productivity

Too Much of a Good Thing - The Dark Side of Productivity

How does productivity become toxic? How can we foster healthy productivity? And what impact can it have on your team and organization? Read on to discover the answers, and watch the full video for more.
1 min read
Jun
20
Where Has the Time Gone?

Where Has the Time Gone?

I see time management as life management. So I conclude, if you value your life, you will value your time. And if you value your time, you will want to intentionally develop life (time) management practices to ensure you are producing the kind of life you want.
3 min read
Mar
22
Do You See Time as a Business Partner?

Do You See Time as a Business Partner?

No matter what the corporate makeup of your organization  - for profit or not - the ability to be an
2 min read
Mar
15
Transform Your Leadership with a Power Hour

Transform Your Leadership with a Power Hour

Did you know you have a Power Hour? Well... I should say you have one, but you may or may not be using it.
3 min read