by Marlene Chism | Sep 22, 2016 | Accountability, Education, Enlightened Leader, Responsibility |
The third component for enlightened leadership is accountability. As a consultant and executive educator I get to talk to a lot of leaders in different industries and levels within the organization. A common thread is the desire to increase employee accountability....
by Marlene Chism | Sep 15, 2016 | Alignment, Awareness, Enlightened Leader |
Every leadership problem you have, as well as every personal problem you experience can be overcome with a higher level of awareness. In No-Drama Leadership I devoted an entire chapter to awareness because, as Einstein said, “you can’t fix a problem from the same...
by Marlene Chism | Aug 20, 2015 | Alignment, Communication, Enlightened Leader |
You can tell a lot about a person’s values when you listen deeply. Today while on the treadmill at the gym I watched TV as former President Jimmy Carter announced that cancer had spread from his liver to his brain. As expected, reporters asked questions about his...
by Marlene Chism | Feb 3, 2015 | Awareness, Enlightened Leader |
I just read an inspiring article on CNN about a 56 year old man named James Robertson who hasn’t missed a day of work at his factory job. Come rain or shine he shows up every single day and has a perfect attendance record. What’s so amazing is that James...
by Marlene Chism | Jan 23, 2015 | Awareness, Empowerment, Enlightened Leader |
There are certain types of leaders who has the ability to see what is possible for someone that he does not see for himself. Due to experience, wisdom, education, or insight, this enlightened leader can see mistakes, pitfalls, opportunities or ideas. What frustrates...