Emotional Intelligence and Leadership Training in Denver, Colorado Emotional Intelligence & Leadership Training in Denver, Colorado Did you know that up to 80% of a leader’s effective is due to their EQ? According to researchers and writers such as Daniel Goleman, leaders’ emotional intelligence (people skills) are the most important qualities that determine success. When I work with teams, I often have them do an exercise to distinguish between inspiring leaders and “infecting” leaders. Here is the exercise. Write down a list of 3 leaders who have inspired you and made a positive impact on your life. These can be…
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Create a more meaningful workplace. People are expecting more out of their work environments than ever. For most people, it is not enough to just bring home a paycheck. We want to contribute. Read on for ways we can create a more meaningful workplace. 3 ways to create a more Meaningful Workplace I want to make a difference. Do you? I have worked with a lot of people over the years, and I believe that most people want to make a difference. Those that don’t have often become jaded and disillusioned with their boss, the workplace culture or office politics….
Creating a Workplace Culture of Trust and Safety. Creating a Workplace Culture of Trust and Safety I attended the national conference for the Association for Talent Development this week and was inspired by Simon Sinek, one of the keynote speakers. Here are some insights he shared on creating greater trust and safety in the workplace. We Always Respond to the Environment We Are In “Culture eats Strategy for Breakfast,” – Mark Fields, Ford When I initially contract to work with organizations, many leaders are concerned about lack of trust and how to change their corporate culture. As Simon Sinek stated…
Executive Coaching in Denver Colorado A positive approach to Executive Coaching in Denver Colorado. An article by the Harvard Business Review states that only one-third of CEOs get the coaching they would like. Yet they also state “Executive coaching engages with people in customized ways that acknowledge and honor their individuality. Coaching helps people know themselves better, live more consciously, and contribute more richly. The essentially human nature of coaching is what makes it work.” So why do so few leaders get external coaching? I recently worked with an executive coaching client who expressed disappointment at the “need” to have…
Employee Engagement in Denver, Colorado, Celebrate All Wins! Employee Engagement in Denver, Colorado. Often I ask teams what the ratio is between looking at what IS working vs. what is NOT working. Sadly, many teams and leaders focus mainly on what is not working. My tip of the month is to: Celebrate All Wins! Celebrating all wins doesn’t have to be a big deal, and it doesn’t have to take a lot of time or company resources. I recently got back from Washington D.C, where I was facilitating a program for a client I worked with 6 years ago. They…
3 tips to help you cope with holiday stress and work-life balance. Work Life Balance in Denver Colorado Finding Work Life Balance in Denver Colorado and Beyond. The holidays are a time to be with family, take some time off work, and have some needed rejuvenation. Are you finding yourself caught up in holiday stress instead? Read on for three tips to keep yourself balanced in the coming weeks. Stress, The Holidays and Finding Balance Stress is fear. It is our body’s natural flight or fight response kicking in to keep us safe from some perceived harm. However, prolonged stress…
Conflict Management training in Denver and Boulder Colorado Navigating Workplace Discord We offer conflict management training in Denver and Boulder Colorado. As much as this article relates to the workplace, managing upset and conflict is just as helpful at home! As I am writing this, the Thanksgiving holiday just passed. Inevitably, many of us will have experienced some minor (or major!) bumps and bruises as we navigate conversations with family. Here is an important tip for managing conversations with any relationships, personal or professional. First of all, I want to remind you of the definition we use for conflict. We…
Executive Coach in Denver, Colorado Are you considering getting an Executive coach in Denver, Colorado? At some point in every leaders career, they may have a need for coaching. In fact, there are some experts who say that executives should ALWAYS have a coach! If you are up to creating big results for you, your team and your company, consider hiring an executive coach. Coaches are essentially there to ask insightful questions to help you create what you want. At Transformative Training, we believe that leadership is a path of personal growth. As we say, if you aren’t growing, you’re…
Self Actualization in the Workplace in Denver, Colorado. Self Actualization in the Workplace in Denver, Colorado. I just had this great thought. What if the state of Colorado had a new designation. Most self-actualized state! Most self-actualized employers! Most self-actualized corporations! Most self-actualized leaders! What the heck am I talking about? Well, many of you have probably heard of Maslow’s hierarchy of needs. Abraham Maslow was an American psychologist who created the theory of “Maslow’s hierarchy of needs” in the 1940s. He stressed the importance of focusing on the positive qualities in people, as opposed to treating them as a…
Conflict Resolution for Teams in Denver and Boulder Many organizations contact us for conflict resolution for teams in Denver and Boulder. Crucial Conversations by Patterson et.al. is a popular book and method to deal with difficult conversations. Here are 3 tips to help you better handle your emotions during difficult conversations. Tips for Handling Difficult Conversations – part 2 Even the most seasoned communicator can get off-track when emotions are high. Here are 3 tips for getting back to having a productive conversation. I recently coached a VP who was having difficulties with another executive team member. She consistently shared…