by Terri Klass | Nov 2, 2015 | Collaborative Leadership, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Team Building
While some teams think they are teams, they are often merely work groups. They are comprised of individuals who each prepare their part to add to the whole without seeing how much they depend on one another. They fail to understand the magic of being...
by Terri Klass | Oct 19, 2015 | Communication, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development, strategic listening
One of the most important skills for leaders to own is their ability to communicate effectively. Although we each may have unique styles of conveying our messages, each message represents who we are and how we are perceived. I usually begin my Assertive...
by Terri Klass | Oct 5, 2015 | Collaborative Leadership, Dealing With Crises, Empowerment, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development
The east coast of the United States is in a wait and see mode this weekend as we brace for a possible hurricane. Weather forecasts are all over the place with different predictions and possibilities of the path the hurricane will take. Will it hit land or will it go...
by Terri Klass | Sep 21, 2015 | Building Trust, Collaborative Leadership, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development, Open-Minded, Team Building
Whether we work on large teams, rotate between different groups, oversee our own smaller businesses or volunteer our services, we all have a need to belong. People feel valued when those they connect with, provide support and encouragement. Being part of something...
by Terri Klass | Sep 7, 2015 | Career Development, Change Management, Empowerment, Leadership Development, leadership qualities
Today was no different than most mornings where I rush to do a workout at the gym before beginning my work. Walking out, feeling like I was being good to my body and mind, I hopped into my car to head home. I turned on the radio and started listening to a talk show....
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...
