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Are You Too Nice?

Why Teams Crave Accountability and How You Can Use It to Be a Better Leader

In our society, being nice is often seen as a virtue. We're taught to be kind, considerate, and agreeable. But when it...

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Great Expectations: How Belief Unlocks Team Potential

Did you know that only 22% of employees feel they are managed in a way that encourages exceptional performance? Alarming, right? For any leader committed to unlocking their team's full...

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From Cave to Cubicle: Why Trust Matters

Fueled by technological advances, today's modern workplace feels worlds away from our cave-dwelling roots. But there is at least one factor that hasn't changed for centuries: the human need for...

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The Oxygen Mask Principle for Leadership

If you've ever flown, you've likely heard the pre-flight safety briefing where airline passengers are instructed to secure their own oxygen masks before assisting others. It's a critical...

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The Hidden Factor That's Debilitating Your Team

Leaders: Pay Attention, or Else!

You've likely heard about the high cost of workplace injuries, bullying, low morale, and high turnover. But outside of those obvious workplace villains, there is a...

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Psst … Shut the Duck Up!

Leadership that is heavy on advice and direction often sounds like a quacking duck—bothersome and pestering. And while it might seem easier to tell people what to do, this approach limits...

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Be Yourself ... Without Feeling Like A Fraud

How to Cope With Imposter Syndrome

Have you ever had a nagging feeling that you don't belong at work, that you are under-qualified and masquerading as someone much more talented and knowledgeable...

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Congratulations, CULC Designation Recipients!

The inaugural group of professionals to earn an eLeadership Academy Credit Union Leadership and Coaching (CULC) Designation have graduated, and we couldn’t be more proud.

Jointly awarded by...

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How comfortable are you with silence?

 Silence really is golden, but most of us will do anything to avoid it.

What is your silence threshold: a few seconds, a minute, a few minutes? For most leaders, becoming comfortable with...

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Are you a good boss ... or a bad apple?

As a credit union people leader, you might see yourself as a good boss. But do those you lead see it the same way?

It turns out many managers aren't as great as they might like to believe. A recent...

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How to Create a Culture of Innovation at Your Credit Union

As the rapidly changing world demands our continual evolution, most credit unions see the critical need to boost innovation in every aspect of operations. According to a BCG report, 79% of...

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Beyond the New Year's Resolution

How to Develop New Habits (and Stick to Them)

If you're like most people, you may have already abandoned your New Year's resolution (or are in danger of doing so). According to a Forbes Health/One...

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