A new research study conducted by Jamie Turner, Dr. Jesse Conyers, and Emory Executive Education concludes that leadership training for employees is an essential ingredient for any successful business. Here are some of the key findings from the report: In this article, we’ll explore additional statistics that highlight the importance of leadership training and how it directly correlates with employee …

If you’re like a lot of people reading this, you’re interested in learning how to choose a top-rated keynote speaker for your upcoming event or conference. The problem for many people in your position is that there are so many good speakers to choose from. It’s hard to know if you’re selecting the right keynote speaker or workshop leader for …

Are you looking for ways to improve communication in your office? If so, you’re not alone. After all, research shows that good communication skills can help you improve productivity, reduce stress, and work more efficiently. The problem most people face is that they don’t know where to start. In other words, they don’t have a good roadmap that shows them …

Terms like soft skills and leadership don’t sound like they belong in the same sentence. However, these abilities shouldn’t be underestimated. Now more than ever, organizations are searching for those who have mastered technical skills and have the soft ones that can’t be fabricated or automated. Luckily, these abilities are learnable and teachable. Why do leaders need soft skills? What …

There is a common myth that people are simply born to be leaders: either they have it or don’t. That couldn’t be more untrue. Some characteristics that come to mind when we think of a leader are extroverted, magnetic, passionate, and personable; however, there’s more to what makes a leader than what meets the eye. While these natural traits can …

Accepting new responsibilities and refining your skills will empower you to set big goals for your career. As you move forward, you’ll want a position that allows you to grow and won’t stifle your potential.  Of course, not every job will offer the support, resources and opportunities you need to be your best self. Some careers have a ceiling that …

By Eric Yaverbaum Being a good leader is about acting with integrity, being honest and transparent, and remaining positive in the face of daunting challenges. At the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, I was diagnosed with COVID-19 and spent 90 days running my company from my bed. Earlier this year, almost to the day, I contracted one of …