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The Overlooked Mark of Great Leadership

 

What makes a leader truly great? Is it crushing goals? Delivering jaw-dropping presentations? Wielding unmatched expertise? Surprisingly, it's none of these things.

The real mark of a great...

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The Best Gift You Can Give Employees (and Yourself)

The holidays are a time for giving, but in our fast-paced, always-on world, the most meaningful gifts aren't the ones wrapped in ribbons. What if the best gift you could offer wasn't tangible at...

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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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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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5 Tips For Seasonal Self Care

Winter is here, and that means long nights, less sunlight and disturbed sleeping patterns. Thankfully, there are a few steps you can take to combat the effects of winter and regain control of...

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When Your Best People Go Silent: The Freeze Response 🧊

As a leader, one of your most important tasks is to build a culture of trust within your team and organization. Because if you don’t, leading in the absence of trust will be like trying to...

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How to Show up Strong in a Digital World

In Dale Carnegie’s day (How to Win Friends and Influence People), friends were earned with a firm handshake and a warm smile. The idea that winning friends today has been reduced to an...

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The Power of Connections

Interpersonal connections are threads that strengthen the fabric of our leadership impact. Our networks are a powerful source of information, energy, opportunity, and ideas. When I connect with...

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