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February 21, 2020
Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, February 21, 2020
“The Platinum Rule says – ‘Do unto others as they would like to be done unto.’” – Lee Ellis
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February 20, 2020
What’s the first step in courageous leadership? See inside.
What’s the first step in Courageous Leadership? You must choose to clarify. Here’s a reminder to follow this sequential order if you’re wanting results in your leadership conversations.
Do these steps every time and see what happens.
The 4C’s were taken from Lee Ellis’ award-winning book, Engage with Honor – Purchase Your Copy
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February 19, 2020
Quick Leadership Tip – Better Results in Your Conversations
Want more results in your conversations? Here’s a quick tip. The Platinum Rule says –
‘Do unto others as they would like to be done unto.’
It’s about accepting (and even celebrating) someone’s differences in the same way that we would like others to accept and celebrate ours. It’s easy to affirm someone’s strengths but becomes a challenge (and thus, a true gift) when we learn to accept the struggles that come with them. This tactic goes back to the leverage gained by choosing to adapt your natural behavior and communication style to fit someone else’s; a little change can make a big difference and immediately provides two benefits:
Each person is showing respect and gaining respect from the other, thus increasing trust.
Adapting brings out the best in both and facilitates alignment so they can work better together.
With this understanding and the essential qualities of acceptance and respect, people learn to value the unique talents of others thereby creating a stronger, healthier team. This makes it much easier to set aside judgment and skepticism and allow others to be themselves. Leading with Honor trains team everyday via workshops on how to apply this important principle.
Choose the Platinum Rule, and let us know how it works out for you –
Also, read and watch the entire article on this topic – “Rescue Work Relationships with the Platinum Rule”
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February 18, 2020
Giving Back Recommendation – VVMF
Based in Washington, D.C., the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is the nonprofit organization authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1980 to build a national memorial dedicated to all who served with the U.S. armed forces in the Vietnam War. Leading with Honor supports this worthwhile organization.
Please learn more on the VVMF website.
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February 17, 2020
Presidents Day and 3 Behavioral Points that We Can Learn
In honor of President’s Day, think about the presidents that you regard as great leaders. Regardless of their political persuasion, do historically successful presidential leaders have common natural talents and traits?
More specifically, let’s compare the behavioral traits of presidents John Adams and Thomas Jefferson. Both presidents were successful on many points.
Here’s a brief look at their accomplishments and the 3 points that we can learn as leaders – check out the article
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On This Day in Leadership History, February 16th
On this day in leadership history in 1857, the National Deaf Mute College was incorporated in Washington, DC. It was the first school in the world for advanced education of the deaf. The school was later renamed Gallaudet College.
What’s the leadership lesson? Every human being deserves the opportunity to be trained to fulfill their purpose. As an honorable leader, make sure that your people are equipped to do their work and fulfill their purpose with excellence.
Gallaudet University – Wikipedia
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February 14, 2020
Free Webinar on Feb 25th – “Discovering Natural Strengths and Struggles”
Join Lee Ellis and Hugh Massie for an upcoming, free webinar on February 25th @ 11am ET entitled “Discovering Natural Strengths and Struggles in Yourself and Others – An Interactive Interview”.
Learning to appreciate and value people and our different talents is crucial to developing a good mindset for leadership–being able to pool our strengths to reach a shared goal while accepting and helping manage our struggles. In the new interactive webinar interview with Lee Ellis and Hugh Massie, they go deeper into the why and how of this valuable process.
All participants will have an opportunity to receive their free, personal Work Talents Report during the webinar.
Register here to reserve your free spot, and receive a complimentary recording after the event.
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Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, February 14, 2020
“The most common issue that undermines leaders is the doubts and insecurities of the core self. It’s a universal issue we all face, so choose to love yourself and others.” – Lee Ellis
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February 13, 2020
Watch the Short Biography of Frederick Douglass
Have you read or heard about the life of Frederick Douglass? Born into slavery, he gained an education early in life and achieved an amazing collection of accomplishments including an author, advocate for human rights for African Americans and women, preacher, advisor to Presidents Lincoln and Johnson, U.S. Ambassador to the Dominican Republic, and a nomination for Vice-President of the United States.
Watch the short clip below –
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February 12, 2020
Coaching Clip – Using the Platinum Rule
This simple yet highly effective rule of leadership isn’t necessarily easy to master, but it’s a worthwhile goal for any leader that wants to be honorable and get increased performance and results.
What’s the rule and how do you make it happen? Lee’s coaching this month gives the guidelines for this important tactic. Please watch and post your comments.
Purchase your copy of Leadership Behavior DNA
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