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Leadership Development by Krista Skidmore

The Importance of Focus and Thoughtful Action

Intentionality is a mindset that can transform how we approach both life and work. It’s about honing focus, practicing discipline, and managing...

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January 01, 2025

How to Create an Effective Team According to Google's Project Aristotle

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Trust is the foundational characteristic of great teams

"The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." - Aristotle

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March 01, 2018

Team Effectiveness

Motivate and Influence Others: What Leaders Can Learn From Salespeople

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Influence is about moving others to act

We are all in sales now. This is the core premise of “To Sell is Human: The Surprising Truth About Moving Others,” Daniel...

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February 22, 2018

Leadership Development

Try Productive Conflict for Better Teamwork

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Is Conflict Always Negative?

Conflict is a word with negative connotations. You might relate it to fighting, upsetting others, or even unresolved issues.

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February 20, 2018

Team Effectiveness

The Number One Skill Gap Perceived by Executives (And How to Respond)

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Strategically develop your leadership pipeline through buying and building

Executives are worried that leaders in their organizations aren’t prepared to lead toward...

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February 08, 2018

Leadership Development

Using DiSC As a Salesperson and Remote Employee from an iD Style

When I first learned about DiSC® Styles, I was amazed at how accurate they are. I am a goal-driven, passionate relationship builder who enjoys the challenge of my sales role, as well as a remote...

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February 06, 2018

Team Effectiveness

17 Elements to Include in Leadership Development Programs

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Creating Programs for Developing Leaders, From Emerging Leaders to Executives

While all leaders have common leadership challenges, there are aspects of leadership...

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February 01, 2018

Leadership Development

Integrating Into a New Team: 3 Tips From a DiSC iS Style

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How DiSC Can Help new Teams Establish a Solid Foundation

Everything DiSC® is a useful tool for team effectiveness. It establishes a common ground for talking about...

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January 30, 2018

Team Effectiveness

3 Reads on Coaching, Leadership, and Team Effectiveness

Recommendations for HR and L&D professional from the FlashPoint Team

Keeping up with new topics and opportunities in the L&D and HR fields is a daunting task. Not only does change happen at an...

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January 25, 2018

Team Effectiveness

In a Changing Workplace, Does the Leader's Gender Matter?

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The Majority of Americans Now Report No Gender Preference for a Boss

Gallup has been asking American workers about their preferences in the workplace for years and...

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January 23, 2018

Leadership Development

The Fundamental Leadership Mindset: Advice from Alexander the Great

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Learning True Leadership Requires Hard Work

“There is nothing impossible to him who will try.” - Alexander the Great

In my time as a leadership development...

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January 18, 2018

Leadership Development