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Effective leadership is a commitment to interaction and connection with people, some of whom are difficult to deal with on occasion.One thing I have learned over many years, in a variety of leadership and team roles, is conflict naturally happens when people come together. Conflict results when people with varying viewpoints, cultures, experiences and agendas attempt to connect or co-operate in a relationship, a venture or even a common cause ...

Pivot (noun) A fixed point supporting something which turns or balances or a thing on which something else depends... (American Dictionary) Pivot (verb): to change your opinions, statements, decisions, etc., so that they are different to what they were before: (Cambridge Dictionary) This word, pivot, was around long before COVID-19 hit, but it certainly found more wide-spread acceptance and its use expanded once we were locked down. We are...

All who have accomplished great things have had a great aim, have fixed their gaze on a goal which is high, one which sometimes seemed impossible..." Orison Swett Marden Tired of sitting through ineffective, ill prepared, poorly led, and BORING meetings? Perhaps you find yourself taking the lead in a meeting or conference. Maximize your meetings and personal effectiveness by pre-planning and streamlining agendas. In this book, we will take...

A wise man once told me, "My ability to earn would be directly dependent on my ability to 'creatively' solve client problems and to help people make better decisions." I've taken his words to heart and worked diligently to make in my writing and client engagements! As committed business owners and professionals, we are paid for our ability to creatively solve our client's problems by providing services or products. As innovative leaders, man...

Leadership, " says Peter Drucker, "is lifting a person's vision to higher sights, raising a person's performance to a higher standard, and building a personality beyond its normal limitations." The foundations of successful, effective leadership start with each person taking personal responsibility for their own actions as part of a group, while feeling confident enough to suggest and accept revisions in team goals and performance. The found...

The early years... 1998-2009 A Tip of the Hat collection - 2 volume series - excerpts from 22-years of writing, thoughts and musings from Canada's Idea Man, Bob Hooey For 22 plus years I have wracked my brain to find something informative, provocative, or at least entertaining to share with my readers, clients, and subscribers. We even did an Ideas At Work! newsletter every month for 10 solid years. In creating this book (two volumes) I...

Welcome fellow leaders! Welcome to the never-ending journey of an evolving career and management focus on personal leadership development and coaching. A striking change in global perspective has placed a new focus and pressure on finding and applying more productive uses of your assets and updating your team members' skills to compete successfully. Taking personal leadership in your own career growth and success is worth the investment. Th...

2010: Something new "Today, I will experience something new. I will learn from the world around me: from the words I read, the sounds I hear, the touches I feel, and the faces I see. Even through the course of my daily tasks, I will try to search for a new perspective, lean towards understanding, and make the commonplace a wondrous place to be." Susan Polis Schutz Think about the past year... · Looking back over the past year, what h...

Effective writing communicates the message in a way that makes it easier for the reader to relate and react positively to what they (reader) understand. Effective writing is helped or enhanced by 'charting-a-course' to convey your message with impact." Bob 'Idea Man' Hooey (Think before you Ink!) Publishing a book can help you expand and enhance your business. It can help differentiate you from your competition! This can work in any industr...

A word as we begin our journey together "Sales can be a tough and sometimes complex, challenging, and confusing profession. It can also be fun!" As a top performing professional salesperson, you need to identify individuals and organizations which you think may be interested in your product or service. You approach people who may or may not want to talk to you. When the opportunity to meet with a prospective client arises, you need to c...

I hear and I forget, I see and I remember, I do and I understand! Confucius These wise words were written thousands of years ago and yet they ring just as true in our 21st century lives and evolving business endeavors. We best equip those we lead with use-it-now information, practical tools, and applicable actions. We equip them best when we facilitate them in getting their hands dirty or in actually getting up and using what we provide. ...

Dedicated to our 'Clients', who may choose, at times, to be our 'Customers' As you dip into 'SERVE!' you might notice we have used the word 'client' sprinkled throughout this publication on Idea-rich strategies for enhanced customer service, in some cases, using both 'client/customer'. This is a deliberate choice in our vocabulary and a foundational change in mindset we feel necessary to help you enhance your chances of attracting and retain...

TIME! Idea-rich tips for enhanced performance and productivity We live in an increasingly hectic and demanding world. The demands of running a business or having a career, overlap and conflict with the demands of having a life, being a spouse or parent, and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Many of us are already running as fast as we can - and we're not keeping up. If you are like me, you may occasionally find yourself with too much o...

Why is it some people seem to be more creative than others? Why is it some companies seem to be leading on the creative edge? Creativity Counts in long-term career and business success! You make your mark and your living by creating solutions and even new industries to better serve the needs of your prospective clients. This little book can act as your creativity primer in giving you solid idea-rich strategies and practical tips. You can be mo...

Having the courage to lead is the starting point to upward mobility and success. Acting on it is next! Welcome to the journey of an evolving career and management focus on personal leadership and engaged coaching. Change in global perspective has placed a new focus and pressure on finding and applying more productive uses of our assets and updating our employees' skills to compete successfully. Taking personal leadership in your own career gro...

Each life a legacy - lead on purpose! Idea-rich strategies for 'serious' leaders "Our life and work are a portrait of who we are - autograph them both with style!" Anonymous The tapestry of our lives is inter-woven with the lives and enriched with the ideas of those we connect with daily. Whether we realize it or not, our life leaves a legacy. The stories of our leadership, and activities become a living legend. "People will talk ab...

I'm sure you'll find it profitable reading. Don't forget to take a break to recharge, refocus, and relax. Since your competition may not be as disciplined and may not be establishing systems or processes to encourage consistent growth and development, and you are - taking a few well deserved weeks off each year will work wonders. It's good for your brain, your body, and your sanity. It's a great way to reward yourself for a job well done each ...

Running to WIN!Idea-rich strategies for timely leadership and career success Several years back I was driving home to Calgary from Lethbridge, AB early one winter morning. I had been working with Southern Alberta clients all week and wanted to get back to the office early so I could drop off my paperwork, get a bit of catch up done, and start my weekend. I was making good time cruising down the highway with the radio playing some great tunes...

Growing to the next level (using innovation) Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your ongoing career enhancement process. As well, for allowing me to play the role of creative 'nudge' as you explore ways to tap into your creativity and apply innovation in your day-to-day leadership and business roles. Is your organization stagnating? Are you finding it a challenge just to keep up with the regular demands made on your team? Are...

My purpose in creating this mini-motivational book is to provide you with a positive daily dose of motivation or food for thought. A thought which will help you focus your mind on the positive as well as on looking for new opportunities to grow, to hone your skills, gain expertise and be better equipped to serve and sell prospective customers. A thought which will remind you to leverage your efforts in building long-term mutually benefic...