Author – The Enlightened Manager
A common method to motivate is to provide monetary incentives or rewards. Surprisingly, this often backfires, undermining teamwork and even diminishing optimal performance. This phenomenon can be elucidated through the ‘candle experiment’, a study exploring creativity and the cognitive bias named ‘functional fixedness’.
Startups often epitomize a unique state called the ‘flow state’. What exactly is this elusive state? In Steven Kotler’s book, “The Rise of Superman”, he describes the flow state as a heightened state of intense focus, creativity, and resourcefulness.
The quintessential question in the realm of leadership is: What makes a leader truly great? To many, the image of an exemplary leader often evokes figures who exude charisma, confidence, and unwavering strength. These individuals, reminiscent of superheroes, possess an innate ability to deliver motivational speeches and command respect effortlessly. They act as guiding lights, ushering teams through challenges and inspiring collective confidence.
The best way to make students prepared for corporate relations is student leadership. — Read on aboutleaders.com/student-leadership/
Steve Jobs Began Every Meeting With One Unusual Question. The Reason Is BrilliantAnyone can use it to increase focus, innovation, and productivity. — Read on http://www.inc.com/kelly-main/steve-jobs-began-every-meeting-with-one-unusual-question-reason-is-brilliant.html
Use this double-edged tool to look smart, not stupid. — Read on http://www.inc.com/nuala-walsh/you-cannot-be-serious-how-to-use-humor-to-boost-your-career.html
Love these quick (and funny!) talks to inspire leadership and teach character with my high school students! — Read on engagingandeffective.com/quick-ted-talks-leadership-character/
Thought leadership is a huge, often untapped demand-gen opportunity. Learn 5 ways to ensure your thought leadership initiatives are effective for demand-gen. — Read on http://www.marketingprofs.com/articles/2023/49733/how-to-use-thought-leadership-for-b2b-demand-gen
How to own your role without defensiveness or resentment. — Read on http://www.inc.com/robin-camarote/fostering-accountability-for-results-on-your-team-by-shifting-from-blame-to-growth.html
Four current trends and issues in management for 2023 and beyond: (1) ethical practices, (2) AI, (3) emotional intelligence, (4) employee engagement. — Read on http://www.columbiasouthern.edu/blog/blog-articles/2023/april/management-trends/
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