Category Archives: Self Improvement
Nurture Environment
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on December 24, 2010
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Paul Hegarty asked: Firstly when you consider environment how do you view it? What are your thoughts regarding it? Do you feel there is you and the environment? Or do you feel that you and the environment are one and the same? In the physical case, there is you, then there are the trees, mountains, rivers, ocean's and animals, just to name a few. This is how we view it generally. This is how we are educated. Even in terms of our body, there is me and my body. So there is me and everything else.The brain likes junk food but the body over time fairs poorly and conditions arise such as obesity or diabetes. We weigh convenience over health and this is the same for environment.Now I myself do it and I wonder why? I am writing this from a perspective of questioning, not making statements or Read more [...]
Leadership Success – Creating a Trusting Environment
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on November 3, 2010
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Duncan Brodie asked: As a leader you know just how vital it is to build trust in you and within a team. Creating an environment of trust is a real challenge for leaders. So what practical steps can you take to build an environment of trust?Treat Everyone Fairly and with RespectThe way you treat people should not depend on their level of seniority or level of influence. Good leaders recognise that part of creating an environment of trust is to treat everyone fairly and respect everyone.Really Listen To IdeasThe vast majority of people spend huge amounts of time at work and want to contribute. Often it is people closest to the point of delivery that really see potential opportunities to improve working practices or deliver a much better service. Listen actively and take a real interest Read more [...]
