283: How to Create a Mission Statement, with Bonni Stachowiak

Feb 6, 2017

Discover the difference between mission and vision statements and how they shape effective leadership. Learn personalized networking strategies that harness technology for maintaining meaningful connections. Dive into the value of seeking feedback for professional growth and understand gender communication differences in the workplace. The hosts also share practical tips for enhancing confidence and communication skills, ensuring that you develop a compelling personal mission while optimizing team dynamics.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Crafting Mission and Networking Strategies

01:35 • 17min

Innovative Networking Strategies and Reminder Systems

18:37 • 4min

The Value of Seeking Feedback in Professional Growth

22:17 • 3min

Building Confidence and Communication Skills

25:35 • 13min

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Patrick Lencioni

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Getting Things Done

David Allen

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Turn The Ship Around!

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Thanks for the Feedback

The Science and Art of Receiving Feedback Well

Douglas Stone

Sheila Heen

The Coaching Habit

Say Less, Ask More & Change the Way You Lead Forever

Michael Bungay Stanier

In 'The Coaching Habit,' Michael Bungay Stanier provides a straightforward and effective approach to coaching. Drawing on his extensive experience training managers worldwide, he introduces seven essential coaching questions designed to help managers unlock their team's potential. These questions include the Kickstart Question, the AWE Question, the Lazy Question, the Strategic Question, the Focus Question, the Foundation Question, and the Learning Question. The book emphasizes the importance of saying less and asking more, fostering a collaborative and empowering work environment. It combines practical advice with research in neuroscience and behavioral economics, making coaching a daily, informal part of managerial work rather than a formal event.

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How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action

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