LinkedIn Today: 4-2-12

The One Skill All Leaders Should Work On

Assertiveness - which is something I definitely need to work on. But here's what else the author had to say.

Here are some specific ways in which assertiveness complements a wide range of the critical leadership skills you may already have:

• Creating a culture of innovation:

• Being customer focused: 

• Fostering teamwork and collaboration: 

• Leading change: 

• Acting with integrity:

• Creating a safe environment:

• Communicating effectively:

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The 9 Faces of Leadership

FedEx uses these criteria to identify potential leaders. 

 

Charisma


Individual consideration


Intellectual stimulation


Courage


Dependability


Flexibility

Integrity


Judgment


Respect for others

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Five Steps for Winning Conversations With Donors

Know exactly what you want.


Prepare the conversation. 

Deliver with confidence. 

Clarify your results. 

Plan the next move. 

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