by Terri Klass | Jul 7, 2014 | Empowerment, Inspire, Leadership Development, Open-Minded
When I was a little girl one of my favorite trips was to visit my grandparents in Brooklyn. I made this drive almost weekly from New Jersey with my twin sister. My mother would pack up all of our stuff and head back to the place she was raised and felt most...
by Terri Klass | Jun 30, 2014 | Collaborative Leadership, Leadership Development, Open-Minded, Problem Solving
Contrary to popular opinion, achieving your final destination as quickly as possible may not always be the best choice. Although we feel pressure to tackle our projects speedily so we can move on to our next task, that approach may be doing us a disservice. Has this...
by Terri Klass | May 19, 2014 | Influential Leader, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Open-Minded
Although Curious George is fictional character, he is also a leader who has endured the test of time. He taught so many of our children and us important lessons about the value of exploration and persistence. He viewed his world with an open mind and a place to find...
by Terri Klass | May 12, 2014 | Communication, Leadership Development, Open-Minded
For the past year I have been working with an organization to help create more accountability and transparency. Each week when I arrive, I am greeted by a warm, smiling face at the front desk. This professional receptionist always makes sure to welcome me by sharing...
by Terri Klass | Mar 10, 2014 | Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Open-Minded
I learn so much from the participants in my workshops and coaching sessions. They inspire me to try new things and be more open-minded. They share profound stories of both triumph and defeat as we work through ways to grow, be more accountable and be generous to...
by Terri Klass | Feb 25, 2014 | Coaching, Empowerment, Goal Setting, Leadership Development, Open-Minded
I have had great opportunities during my career. I have also had less satisfying positions at companies and in collaborations. I am sure you feel similarly because we do sometimes end up in jobs and roles that don’t meet our expectations. We even learn some of our...