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Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program – Giving Back in Leadership

In this week of honoring veterans, we wanted to mention an organization that Lee gives a portion of his proceeds and time.

The Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program’s mission is to assist, collaborate, and partner with Services, and agencies at the lowest level possible in order to provide Service members, Veterans, and Family members with transition services before and after deployment.

Please click here to learn more about them, and please share with others! Have you participated in a Yellow Ribbon Reintegration Program event in past? Give a shout out!

Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, November 14, 2014

“If you’re going through hell, keep going.” – Winston Churchill

Successful Leadership & Team Development with 35 global leaders from 9 countries – Read How It Happened

Special thanks to Francois de Moulliac, Managing Director, Denis Asia Pacific based in Singapore and France, for his generous endorsement -

“Recently, Lee Ellis facilitated a leadership training event for 35 rather independent company managers, and I can speak on behalf of all our managers who were present in the meeting that each had a very enriching moment with valuable practical take away in several ways: in a better knowledge of self, in a better understanding of the other managers of the Denis Group and in having a clearer view on how to relate and work best with each other. More importantly, the managers of Denis Group had a clear view that there is no stereotype leader personality, but find that a richness in a diversity of leadership profiles provides opportunities for all as long as the team spirit is encouraged.”

Learn more about how they learned the leadership differences between them and how to better work together with Leadership Behavior DNA. You can also watch Lee’s thoughts on why he developed this new tool for leaders around the world -

 

Leaders That Speak to Groups – How to Crack the Emotional Shell of Your Audience – New from Lee Ellis

Are you a leader that must frequently speak in front of groups?

In this new article in the November 2014 issue of Speaker Magazine, Lee Ellis shares his personal insights on ways to “crack the emotional shell” of your audiences through lessons learned from senior POW leaders.

Please download the article here and share what you think is the best piece advice in the article – thanks!

Leadership Insight from Lee Ellis – The Sacrifices of Veterans to Serve Our Country

By Lee Ellis

As a veteran reflecting on Veterans Day, I think of the great sacrifices so many have made for the freedoms we often take for granted. Today is a day set aside for us to reflect on our Veterans and make sure they are not taken for granted.

Because of work and my background, I read a lot of biographies about veterans so I stay close to the subject. What stands out most is the sacrifices made by those who have worn the uniform serving our country and the families they left behind when they deployed.

Currently I’m reading Defiant by Alvin Townley. It’s a great book about eleven courageous airmen who were stashed away in “Alcatraz”, their name for the camp known for some of the worst isolation and treatment. These men suffered and sacrificed for years. I know or knew most of these men, and their suffering is so painful it’s not easy reading; but I’m committed to reading it to the end to honor them by knowing the full extent of their sacrifices for the rest of the POWs and most of all for their country.

There are many good books about our veterans from the Revolutionary War up to the current War on Terror. If you haven’t read one lately, let me encourage you to do so soon. Doing so will give you a greater appreciation for the cost of #freedom and the sacrifices of our #veterans.

Hats off and three cheers for veterans on this special day of recognition. We honor you for your service and sacrifice.

Click here to read a special OpEd article written by Alvin Townley to commemorate this special day, and please share your thoughts and comments, too.

What’s the Past and Present Patterns and Observations on Leadership? Watch This Interview

One of Lee’s best interviews to date, here he talks with C-SPAN Co-Founder, Brian Lamb, on his journey from childhood to his current role as an author, teacher, and consultant on leadership and leading with honor. Click the caption below to watch, and please share!

On This Day in Leadership History, November 9, 2014

On this day in history in 1989, the Berlin Wall is opened after dividing the city for 28 years. Imagine the series of courageous conversations, events, meetings, and people that it took to make this happen?

Let’s all consider the walls that need to be removed in our own leadership to become more authentic and effective leaders!

New Infographic – “6 Leadership Ingredients for a Winning Recipe of Success in a Competitive World” – Download Here

Lee’s newest infographic, “6 Leadership Ingredients for a Winning Recipe of Success in a Competitive World”, shares some the observations that he experienced at a recent keynote speaking event.

The organization and its leaders were a great example of honorable leadership with an open attitude of mutual respect and trust. Which of these ingredients do you currently use in your business (or home)?

Please review and download at this link and share your comments –

Leading with Honor Wisdom for Today, November 7, 2014

“Ask yourself if what you’re doing today is getting you where you want to be tomorrow.” – Unknownd

Frequently Asked Question from Lee Ellis – “What are some things that you see in natural leaders?”

Leading with Honor Frequently Asked Question: “What are some things that you see in natural leaders? What intangibles in a person make you say, “He or she has it.”

Lee’s Answer: Regardless of what your personality is, you can be a great leader. It will look different for everyone. I can show you CEOs who are both introverts and extraverts. I can show you people who are more controlling and take charge as well as some who aren’t, but both can be successful. You take a healthy person who has courage and they can flex a little bit easier. Can an introvert go out and socialize all day long, no, but they can learn to do it enough to be successful. Can an extraverted person learn to focus and get the mission done? Yes, absolutely.

There are some natural leadership traits that fit certain jobs better, but I think the main thing is you have to be authentic and believe in yourself. You also have to have humility. If you have a solid combination of these things, I believe you will be a great leader. There are situations that require different skills, but in general I would say that you can be a good leader with any personality as long as you have the courage to do what needs to be done.