by Terri Klass | Jan 1, 2013 | Building Trust, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, Open-Minded, strategic listening
Whether I am working with leadership development programs or presenting to groups about leadership, a common word keeps cropping up- authenticity. Everyone agrees that being authentic is a key ingredient to successful leadership, but what does it really mean? Is...
by Terri Klass | Sep 5, 2012 | Building Trust, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, Team Building
As the first days of school begin, as the leaves begin to show their colors, there is not a more perfect time for leadership to reawaken a team bidding farewell to summertime. Remember back to getting ready for a new school year. Each September I would choose a new...
by Terri Klass | Aug 20, 2012 | Building Trust, Communication, Empowerment, Influential Leader, Leadership Development
Working with clients this past year, I have noticed a big upswing with people feeling less secure in their work environments. Many times this feeling has less to do with job cuts but rather reflects the culture and climate that leadership conveys. Are you leading your...
by Terri Klass | May 21, 2012 | Building Trust, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, Positive Feedback
There are many essential elements to successful leadership but none more important than having followers. At the core of genuine leadership is the ability to create a cadre of followers who believe in your vision and abilities to achieve strategic goals. I am sure you...
by Terri Klass | May 8, 2012 | Building Trust, Collaborative Leadership, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Team Building
Leading a team can be tricky business when members have so many different personality and work styles. Even though diverse opinions and ideas are critical for innovation, leaders need to have the skills to successfully connect the team players. When a project steers a...
by Terri Klass | Apr 25, 2012 | Building Trust, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, strategic listening, Team Building
An important measurement of strong leadership is creating a highly functional performing team. There are many ways to motivate team members, but none more important than empowering each person to share their views and ideas. If people are encouraged to offer...
