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4 ways great leaders use the 4-Drive Model to impact employee’s motivation

Kurt Nelson — Sat, 21 May 2011 03:08:55 +0000

How leaders can impact employee’s motivation using the 4-Drive Theory The 4-Drive Theory of Employee Motivation states that there are four main drives that motivate employees, these are the drives to: Acquire & Achieve, to Bond & Belong, to be Challenged & Comprehend, and to Define & Defend. In order to maximize motivation leaders need [...]

Four Styles Of Communication

Eric Douglas — Fri, 11 Feb 2011 17:41:49 +0000

In the book Straight Talk: Turning Communication Upside Down for Strategic Results, Eric Douglas describes four different communication styles: the director, expresser, thinker and harmonizer. Each different style is based on a unique set of assumptions. Here’s a quick snapshot: Director: Directors are hard-charging, action-oriented leaders, focused on results. The director’s style of communicating is [...]

20 Leadership Qualities

Eric Douglas — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 17:18:42 +0000

This tool defines the 20 qualities of leadership that researchers have identified as common to virtually all organizations. It may be used to determine the leadership qualities people revere most within the organization. It can also be used to aid an individual leader gauge his or her own leadership skills. Suggested Exercise: A manager can [...]

Leadershift Leading Others The Way They Like To Be Led

Scott Campbell — Sat, 07 Feb 2009 22:31:42 +0000

What makes someone an effective leader? Take a moment and think of the person whom you have most admired/enjoyed having as a leader. Consider not only your work experience, but also your volunteer activities, religious affiliations, and recreational pursuits. Now, jot down below the personal attributes and specific behaviors this person demonstrates which you consider [...]