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New 2022 Book Release – Captured by Love

A New Book is Coming in 2022! Captured by Love: Inspiring True Stories from Vietnam POWs will share the amazing stories of enduring love with loved ones far away from home as Vietnam POWs waiting for their return. Like the torture experienced by the POWs in the camps, how did these relationships survive such an ordeal? And what can we learn from their experiences? Meet a fighter pilot POW who���

���proposed to his girlfriend of two months at the White House, in the Green Room, at 2am.

���after eight years in prison said to his wife in his first phone call upon his release, ���Hi Jane. It���s Tarzan.���

���had a wife who shook her finger at the Vietnamese Communist delegation at the Paris Peace Talks.

���while a prisoner, crafted his perfect fantasy girl in his head and how that played-out upon his release.

���met a young lady at the Dulles International Airport, and one hour later she told her friends, ���I just met the man I���m going to marry!��� and she did a few months later.

Learn More by watching the introductory clip, reading some sample stories, and sign up for receive updates on the book���s release.��

 

 

 

 

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Fill in the Blank – Work Culture

Fill-in-the-Blank ��� ���As leader or follower, one way that I���ve created a healthier work culture is by _______________________.���

Please post your answer below ��� thank you

 

 

 

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Coaching Article – The Unreachable Goal: 4 Behavioral Leadership Remedies

Here we go again. Another unrealistic goal handed down from leadership where I didn���t have any input. Accept it and figure out how to make it happen. Now I���m trapped in a corner, so I���ll have to ���lie, cheat, and steal��� (as the saying goes) or possibly lose my job.

Does this scenario really happen anymore in small or large organizations? And, how effective is this ���motivation���?

A New UGA Study

Sadly, we hear a lot about cheating in the workplace these days, and it can come from some very lofty and successful people and organizations. A recent article from the University of Georgia (UGA) Terry College of Business highlighted research that concluded ���It���s the desire for self-protection that primarily causes employees to cheat.���

In recent years, we���ve seen the Volkswagen emissions and the Wells Fargo scandals. In Atlanta Public Schools, we continue to hear about the administrators and teachers who cheated on testing to ensure that their students��� scores met the standards to get their pay raises. Even today, there are denials left and right of wrongdoing for lawbreaking and abuses. All too often, though, the push for meeting unrealistic, unethical, or illegal goals come from leaders at the top.

A Personal Example

I can remember back in the late 70���s when some key military units didn���t have the resources to reach fully mission capable status. Yet out of fear, some commanders fudged the numbers rather than admit they could not measure up. The pressure to look good (or to get what they want) can take out dedicated people.

The Pulse of People

At the same time, let���s not ignore the significant value of stretch goals in organizational success and personal human growth, too. Without them, we have no progress. Yet, when taken to the point of unreachable goals, or when the goal is one that is beyond our control, the stage is set for the ethical problems noted above.

“It���s so critical for the honorable leader to have a keen understanding of the human domain. We must face the dangerous reality that people desperately want to succeed at all costs.” [Tweet This]

Unfortunately, when they���re backed into a corner and cannot withstand the light of truth, these qualities become at risk by rationalizing and cutting corners to cover up their actions and performance.

So, what���s the solution?

Honorable leadership must prevail to get the maximum performance out of your team. Your goal is to wisely manage tactical goals and results while avoiding pressure to meet unrealistic expectations. Follow these four steps to meet your goals and help your team succeed the right way ���

Recognize the realities of the human domain. People want to succeed.People want to be valuedPeople want to look good to others.Peer pressure is powerful.Management pressure can be even more powerful. Clarify and create an atmosphere that feels safe. Build trust. Clarify expectations. Dialogue and gain agreement with the understanding that at any time the project gets off course, they will let you know.Engage in discussions about what is achievable and what is not.Listen to their ideas.Set the example by being authentic and vulnerable. Let them know you know that you���re not perfect and you don���t expect them to be either. Connect with your people. Connect based on your and their unique talents. Assessments like Leadership Behavior DNA�� scientifically pinpoint each person���s strengths and struggles to understand each other better.Connect with their hearts by letting them know they are valued and appreciated. Collaborate with the mindset that your goal is to help them be successful.Communicate via an ongoing dialogue of realistic discussions about goals and challenges. Allow them to debate the issues with you and listen to their words and pay attention to their energy/emotions.Solicit status reports and give them feedback.Provide coaching, training, and support as needed to help them succeed.

When you have been diligent with this process, you can almost guarantee success for your people and you have helped them stay honorable as well. And when the goal is met, pause to celebrate together!

The Right Balance

Honorable leaders recognize that they are working with humans who operate in the human domain. Healthy relationships matter. Dictating unrealistic goals puts them in a corner, and that���s dangerous for everyone. Getting results should also be the goal, and this model will you get there. Accept the challenge of achieving the mission and taking care of your people. There will be tension���but finding that balance pays big dividends and insures that you lead with honor. What has been your experience? Please comment below.

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Team Development with the Courageous Accountability Online Course

With over 20 years training and coaching leaders, we know that the most effective development comes in community. And our mission has shifted toward leaders developing their people���the most efficient way���growing and taking others with them. ��

The challenge is that many leaders don���t feel qualified to conduct training, and it���s expensive. The Courageous Accountability Development Course, based on Lee Ellis’ award-winning book, is a practical, hands-on experience that uses the Courageous Accountability Model and the Leadership Behavior DNA�� assessment as the basis to engage and work together.

Learn More and watch a sample interviewRequest a complimentary course demo

 

 

 

 

 

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Team Culture Development with the Courageous Accountability Online Course

With over 20 years training and coaching leaders, we know that the most effective development comes in community. And our mission has shifted toward leaders developing their people���the most efficient way���growing and taking others with them.

The challenge is that many leaders don���t feel qualified to conduct training, and it���s expensive. The Courageous Accountability Development Course, based on Lee Ellis’ award-winning book, is a practical, hands-on experience that uses the Courageous Accountability Model and the Honor Code as the basis to engage and work together.

Learn More and watch a sample interview ��� www.leadingwithhonor.com/engageonline

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Leadership History Lesson for September 19th

On this day in leadership history in 1942, the first advertisement to announce Little Golden Books appeared in Publishers Weekly.

What���s the leadership lesson? Leaders are readers���especially honorable leaders. Start early and stay consistent in your reading discipline.

Little Golden Books – Wikipedia

 

 

 

 

 

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Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, September 17, 2021

���10% of conflict is due to difference in opinion and 90% is due to delivery and tone of voice.��� ��

 

 

 

 

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Video FAQ – ���Does a leader���s background or experience affect their character?���

In this 3-minute video clip with Leading with Honor Founder and President, Lee Ellis, and Director of Learning, Eddie Williams, they answer the question on how a leader���s background and experience can affect their character and integrity. Please watch and share!

You can also read and watch more FAQs at www.LeadingWithHonor.com/FAQs

 

 

 

 

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The Most Important Skill for Leaders In a Post Pandemic World

Great insight from friend and colleague, Ralph de la Vega, on how leaders should keep innovative thinking at the forefront of their skill set.��

Please check it out on LinkedIn and post your comments below too

 

 

 

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Gaining courage in Challenging Conversations ��� Free Tool

Have you seen examples where people have had trouble communicating with each other lately? How do you gain courage for those challenging conversations without withdrawing or dominating? The key is stay engaged and communicate with respect, love, confidence, yet humility.

Leading with Honor has the perfect tool to help you called the Courage Challenge Card. Download your free copy or purchase copies for your entire team ��� check it out below with our compliments.

 

 

 

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4 Quick Tips on Building Team Culture

There are many great advantages to a strong culture ���

better teamworkhigher performancegreater loyaltymore open communicationsmore alignment and cohesiveness of teams

One outcome that often gets overlooked is that empowerment is much safer and easier when you have a strong culture. If your people know the goals, values, expectations, and boundaries, they can effectively make decisions at the lower levels���which means they will feel more valuable and more likely to work hard to live up to your confidence in them.

Here are the 4 responsibilities of leaders to strengthen your team culture ���

Leaders must define and own the culture. You as a leader own and support it 100%���meaning the purpose, values, and unique attributes of what you want and expect. If you���re the senior leader, you have that right and role. If you���re the subordinate leader, then you must embrace it 100% as though it was all your idea. If not, leave ASAP because you are being disloyal.

 

Leaders must clarify the culture. The purpose, values, and unique aspects of your culture must be clear to all, and it must be repeated often. People have short memories and naturally tend to go with the path of least effort. People have very different personalities and past experiences, so the expected culture must be a living, breathing part of the environment.

 

Leaders must live the culture. Your example shows your commitment to the standards you���ve set. The higher up the ladder you are the more people are watching you. Your example inspires and reminds them of the cultural expectations. Your people are serving you, and the quickest way to undermine your authority and other���s confidence in you is to violate the culture you are advocating.

 

Leaders must enforce the culture. Remember that you���re leading humans, and none of us are perfect. But as a leader, you must emphasize the positives (the carrot) of having an important purpose, healthy values, and ground rules (guidelines, policies and boundaries) in your culture.

 

Read the entire article on this topic – “4 Steps to Re-Ignite a Strong Work Culture“

 

Team Culture Development with the Courageous Accountability Online Course

With over 20 years training and coaching leaders, we know that the most effective development comes in community. And our mission has shifted toward leaders developing their people���the most efficient way���growing and taking others with them. ��

The challenge is that many leaders don���t feel qualified to conduct training, and it���s expensive. The Courageous Accountability Development Course, based on Lee Ellis’ award-winning book, is a practical, hands-on experience that uses the Courageous Accountability Model and the Honor Code as the basis to engage and work together.

Learn More and watch a sample interviewRequest a complimentary course demo

 

Where Did the Courageous Accountability Model Start?

From his early experiences as an Air Force jet fighter pilot and POW in the prison camps of Vietnam to an award-winning author, presenter, and leadership consultant, Lee Ellis shares his concerns about the lack of accountability in our culture and how you can apply a positive, proven accountability model to get better results as a leader.

Read his award-winning book, Engage with Honor, to practically add value in your leadership and the team that you lead.

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