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Is everyone naturally good at working remotely? The answer would be no, but there’s hope. Understanding the natural behavior of everyone will help leaders adjust their leadership style to help them be successful. Friend and DNA Behavior President, Hugh Massie, shares his advice and experience in the article in the DNA Behavior blog. please check […]
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Leading with Honor FAQ – “What do you do when you get new people on your team and they don’t fit in?” Lee Ellis’ Answer – “This is a good time to proactively apply the Golden Rule—accept them the way you would want to be accepted—openly and respectfully. Take the initiative to get to know […]
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Graduation season is here, and Leading with Honor wants to help you celebrate and gift these young leaders with future wisdom! Experience gripping stories from the Vietnam POW camps and learn the leadership lessons that enabled them to survive and return with honor. Save 20% instantly when you buy both Lee Ellis leadership books together […]
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As leaders, we’ve been bombarded the last few months with fast changes that require the ability to adapt quickly. Now as we’re approaching a shift back to the old normal, we must consider some areas where the old normal won’t work well. Most leaders know that they must adapt to changing situations as well as […]
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On this day in leadership history in 1932, over 7,000 war veterans marched on Washington, DC, demanding their bonuses. After four years or protests by thousands more veterans, Congress passed the Adjusted Compensation Payment Act in 1936, authorizing the immediate payment of the $2 billion in World War I bonuses, and then overrode Roosevelt’s veto […]
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“It’s important to remember that quick decisions mean nothing if a leader can’t thoughtfully communicate his or her plan in a way that energizes others.” – Lee Ellis Read the entire article on this topic – “2 Ways Honorable Leaders Can Adapt Quickly”
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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. […]
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Some leaders and team members are having success working remotely, while others are floundering. Besides having a strong work ethic, the natural behaviors of individuals play a vital role in understanding and knowing how to lead, build trust, and hold them accountable in a positive way. In this new webinar with Hugh Massie and Lee […]
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Many times, leaders know that they need to adapt their communication and decision-making process depending on any given situation, but they may not know how to do it. In this new leadership coaching clip, Leading with Honor President, Lee Ellis, gives us a simple yet effective model that will any leader adapt regardless of the […]
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In the childhood fable, The Tortoise and the Hare, the story ends with “slow and steady wins the race.” Does it really? As leaders, we’ve been bombarded the last few months with fast changes that require the ability to adapt quickly. It’s in seasons like this one that steady and consistent are our foes. And […]
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Join us on Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020 11:00 AM ET on “How to Improve Team Performance by Applying Courageous Accountability and Natural Behavior” – free registration link below. Hugh Massie and Lee Ellis help us discover how to discern and use natural behavior as a tool for improving results and performance. This is a critically […]
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Today is Normal Vincent Peale’s birthday, an American minister and author known for his work in popularizing the concept of positive thinking. Here’s just a brief clip where Presidents Richard Nixon, Jimmy Carter, and others share about his influence and impact on millions of people around the world as a thought leader – Norman Vincent […]
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“No matter how busy you are, when you notice that someone is doing a great job, always take the time to tell them so.” – unknown
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The Latest Recommendation from Lee’s Bookshelf – “Helping People Change: Coaching with Compassion for Lifelong Learning and Growth” by Richard Boyatzis, Melvin L. Smith, and Ellen Van Oosten. In this brand new book, the authors use rich and moving real-life stories, as well as decades of original published research on coaching and helping relationships, to […]
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What an exciting day! The Space X inaugural live crew launches into space. Although they were hesitant about space travel again after the space shuttle program was cancelled, their motto regarding this new space travel opportunity – “We don’t quit.” Great reminder for honorable leaders! Watch this clip:
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What happens inside you when you feel disrespected? Have you ever had some form of attack on your dignity, and how did that feel? Some of my strongest emotions from my Vietnam POW experience were the daily attempts by our enemy to humiliate us and destroy our dignity. So with the pain of being dissed […]
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“How to Improve Team Performance by Applying Courageous Accountability and Natural Behavior” Join us next Tuesday, Jun 2, 2020 11:00 AM ET – free registration link below. Some leaders and team members are having success working remotely, while others are floundering. Besides having a strong work ethic, the natural behaviors of individuals play a vital […]
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Have we mentioned that all Virginia Tech Corp Cadets read all three of Lee Ellis’ books as part of their Common Book Program? Leading with Honor, Engage with Honor, and Leadership Behavior DNA. Thank you, Virginia Tech, for teaching your students to lead with honor! Purchase copies of these books for your student or graduate […]
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On this day in leadership history in 1967, California Governor Ronald Reagan greeted Charles M. Schulz at the state capitol in observance of the legislature-proclaimed “Charles Schulz Day.” What’s the leadership lesson? Rather than being threatened by other’s achievements, honorable leaders celebrate and honor the achievements of others! Be generous and look for opportunities to […]
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We’re remembering Phyllis George (1949-2020) this week and her impact on pioneering women in leadership. She had this to say about learning our unique core identity as individuals – “Saying yes to yourself opens up opportunities that can take you anywhere. Having a mentor in your life who says yes to you is also key. […]
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Thanks to Alan McTier, President of LifePurposes Leadership, for posting this article about Lee Ellis’ Leadership Engagement Model. It has become an extremely popular communication tool with our leaders and teams. Read Lee’s article on his website Purchase business card versions of this model in our online store
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By Lee Ellis What happens inside you when you feel disrespected? Have you ever had some form of attack on your dignity, and how did that feel? Some of my strongest emotions from my Vietnam POW experience were the daily attempts by our enemy to humiliate us and destroy our dignity. Even many years later, […]
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Think your vote doesn’t count? Honorable leaders should never think such a thing! Now’s the time to research your candidates for upcoming primary elections. Leading with Honor offers free help in evaluating your candidates for public office. Download a copy of the non-partisan voter guide below, and please share!
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Graduation season is here, and Leading with Honor wants to help you celebrate and gift these young leaders with future wisdom! Experience gripping stories from the Vietnam POW camps and learn the leadership lessons that enabled them to survive and return with honor. Save 20% instantly when you buy both Lee Ellis leadership books together […]
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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 their website. […]
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