EVERYDAY LEADERS: RELATIONSHIPS

“Personal relationships are always the key to good business. You can buy networking; you can’t buy friendships.” – Lindsay Fox

This year I am focusing on everyday leaders. Not those who hold a formal position of authority, but those of us who, through our behaviors, have the ability to influence and inspire those around us just by being us. This is the eighth installment of articles that focus on one specific behavior that can make a huge difference in our ability to impact the lives of others.

This month I want to talk about relationships. What do relationships have to do with being an everyday leader? Relationships are the foundation for every business and personal transaction. Everyday leaders are expert relationship builders. The relationships they develop allow them to influence and inspire others. So, what do relationships look like in everyday leadership?

Trust:

Relationships are built on trust, and with trust you can accomplish almost anything. Everyday leaders are those who prove that they can be trusted and who invest in the building of relationships with those they work with. When you have the trust necessary to build these strong relationships you gain influence over others, this influence makes you an everyday leader.

Communication:

Communication is at the very core of how we get things done. When you have open, two-way communication, you become a leader. Everyday leaders bring people together by sharing information and experiences. They show they have a genuine interest and respect for those they work with. When you facilitate inclusive conversations, you become an everyday leader.

Authenticity:

No one wants a fake friend. Your authenticity is inviting; people get to know and like you. When you are authentic, you are able to truly connect with others. This authentic connection allows you to become an everyday leader.

Everyday leaders build strong relationships. They develop the trust that is the foundation for great relationships. They facilitate and encourage open communication. Their authenticity allows them to truly connect with others. Through the relationships they develop, everyday leaders make an impact on the lives of those around them.

How can you start building strong relationships today?

 

© 2018 Liz Stincelli

I am passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. I am the Founder of Stincelli Advisors where I focus on helping organizations change attitudes, change communication dynamics, improve collaboration and problem-solving, engage employees, and strengthen organizational culture. I am the author of “Overcoming Barriers in Your Leadership”. I am a Training Partner with StephenK Leadership. I hold a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about me by visiting my website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with me on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact me by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

EVERYDAY LEADERS: POSITIVE ATTITUDE

“A positive attitude causes a chain reaction of positive thoughts, events, and outcomes. It is a catalyst and it sparks extraordinary results.” – Wade Boggs

This year I am focusing on everyday leaders. Not those who hold a formal position of authority, but those of us who, through our behaviors, have the ability to influence and inspire those around us just by being us. This is the seventh installment of articles that focus on one specific behavior that can make a huge difference in our ability to impact the lives of others.

This month I want to talk about positive attitude. What does positive attitude have to do with being an everyday leader? A positive attitude is contagious and it has the ability to cure countless ills; everyday leaders are a catalyst for changing the negative attitudes of others. The example they set for those they work with can improve the attitude of entire teams and organizations. So, what does positive attitude look like in everyday leadership?

It is contagious:

When you exhibit a positive attitude, it is contagious. Everyday leaders share their passion and positive attitude with others. When your attitude affects the attitudes of those around you, you have the power and influence of an everyday leader.

It is about community:

Everyone needs a sense of belonging. When you share your positive attitude with others, you create a sense of community. Everyday leaders bring others together with their optimistic outlook and a sense of contributing to something greater than themselves. When you create a sense of belonging and community, you are an everyday leader.

It influences results:

As Wade Boggs states in the quote at the beginning of this article, a positive attitude can be the spark that leads to extraordinary results. Your positive attitude can set into motion a chain of behaviors that lead to great outcomes. Your ability to impact the results of your team and organization makes you an everyday leader.

Everyday leaders share their positive attitude with others; it becomes contagious. They create a sense of community and belonging. They are able to influence the results of their team and organization through behaviors that are inspired by their positive attitude. Through the positive attitude that they share with others, everyday leaders make an impact on the lives of those around them.

How can you start sharing your positive attitude today?

For valuable information on why we struggle to maintain a positive attitude, please see iNLP Center’s article:  http://inlpcenter.org/positive-attitude/

© 2018 Liz Stincelli

I am passionate about recognizing and inspiring the leader in each of us. I am the Founder of Stincelli Advisors where I focus on helping organizations change attitudes, change communication dynamics, improve collaboration and problem-solving, engage employees, and strengthen organizational culture. I am the author of “Overcoming Barriers in Your Leadership”. I am a Certified Trainer with StephenK Leadership. I hold a Doctor of Management degree with an emphasis on organizational leadership.

Learn more about me by visiting my website, stincelliadvisors.com and connect with me on Twitter @infinitestin, Google+, and LinkedIn. You can contact me by email at stincelliadvisors@gmail.com.

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