by Terri Klass | May 22, 2016 | Advice on Millennials, Building Confidence, Career Development, Core Values, Empowerment, Leadership Development
I have watched a very talented leader self-destruct before my very eyes. He wants to do it all, both professionally and personally. He works long hours in his office, always taking on tough assignments and additional work. He is the glue that keeps his team members...
by Terri Klass | May 15, 2016 | Building Trust, Compassion, Core Values, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, leadership qualities
Walking into the celebration this weekend brought back a whirlwind of memories and emotions. From the smell of the hallways to the loud voices of the hundreds of people there to say goodbye to our executive director, I felt home again. By far, this was my most...
by Terri Klass | Feb 22, 2016 | Career Development, Change Management, Core Values, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Management Development
Changing up our long time career direction is not something any of us take lightly. After all, if we are happy with what we are doing and feel fulfilled, maybe there is no need to re-set our compasses. If you look back to the last time you performed a complete...
by Terri Klass | Dec 20, 2015 | Compassion, Core Values, Empowerment, Generosity, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, leadership qualities
On a recent trip out west, I had an opportunity to meet and observe many types of leaders from all backgrounds: There was a flight attendant who oversaw an entire cabin of fifty passengers There was a barista who got out from behind her counter to assist a customer...
by Terri Klass | Sep 15, 2015 | Core Values, Empowerment, Leadership Development, strategic listening
Before I get into the heart of any presentation or workshop, I share a bit about myself. The part I am always the most excited about is when I describe how I partner with organizations to create cultures of empowerment. Eyes and ears usually perk up at that point as...
by Terri Klass | Aug 24, 2015 | Building Confidence, Core Values, Empowerment, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development
It can be so difficult at times to keep a positive perspective when everyone around us seems unhappy. I hear leaders falling into the trap of “disengagement” with words like: “Why should I care when my boss doesn’t even acknowledge my work?” “I seem to be the only one...