Category Archives: Leadership

Differences Are Opportunities

Posted on August 28, 2007 by Laurie Weiss

Assume that differences are opportunities for exploration. When you take the position that you are right and others are wrong, nobody wins. Richness is created from diversity. Sometimes survival depends on it. A series of exercises were once devised to … Continue reading →

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Coaching: "You Mean They

Posted on April 18, 2007 by Laurie Weiss

“They never seem to get any work done on time, but they complain that they’re being underutilized.” Jacob, a chiropractor, was talking about his office staff. “I have to do so many things myself that they could do for me, … Continue reading →

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Does Anyone Dare to Tell the Truth?

Posted on April 3, 2007 by Laurie Weiss

In a survey of 40,000 Americans, 93% of them admitted to lying regularly at work. When members of an organization hide the truth from each other it sets the stage for distrust, lowered productivity, poor decisions and frustration. On the … Continue reading →

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7 Signs of an Ethical Business

Posted on March 29, 2007 by Laurie Weiss

Ethical businesses… Teach employees how to behave ethically by demonstrating, recognizing and rewarding ethical behavior. Tell the truth. Fully reveal relevant information to stakeholders and authorities. Consider the interests of everyone who will be affected by their business decisions. Treat … Continue reading →

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Dialogue and The Four-Fold Way

Posted on March 19, 2007 by Laurie Weiss

These guidelines were created by Dr. Angeles Arrien, and can be used as a spiritual way of describing dialogue. 1. Show Up and Choose to be Present Show up means nobody is allowed to come as an empty chair. Be … Continue reading →

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