My goal in this blogpost is to discuss the behavioral science behind PerfectCoaches. The ideas have evolved during a career that began as a research assistant in a neuroscience lab, wended its way through a study of Sigmund Freud and years of technology consulting, and brought me where I am today.
Read MoreIt is possible to have a positive or a negative influence on others. While there may be occasions when you wish to negatively influence someone else, we will leave that to you and instead focus on the positive or motivational influence, particularly in leadership situations.
Read MoreMindful leadership involves a personal commitment to motivate others to accomplish a common goal. Our everyday experience and numerous surveys show that leadership skills are highly valued. Many, perhaps most, people are called upon to lead at some time or another.
Read MoreIt can take a lifetime to learn the basics of effective communication, much less master it. That is why whole books have been dedicated to effective communication, and many of these focus on how leaders communicate.
Read MoreTeamwork often takes individual performance to the next level, and this is especially true in leadership situations.
Read MoreLeaders must sustain focus even when other people on their team, who may be certified project management professionals, are doing the nuts-and-bolts work of developing, coordinating, and managing resources.
Read MoreBeing a problem solver is more akin to a mindset and skillset rather than an individual behavior. Also, it may manifest itself differently for each of us. So start practicing today.
Read MoreMost leaders have to write one or more things each day. Why not start practicing this today? You may be surprised what comes out.
Read MoreA strong leader is always open to change and new information and adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. If this is not already something you practice, how do you start?
Read MoreEven though the customer may not always be right, there is a right way to serve the customer.
Read MoreWhat does it mean to be a creative & innovative leader? Can it be learned? While there is no one answer to the first question, like every behavior in PerfectCoaches, it can be developed over time by identifying specific characteristics and turning these into actionable behaviors or habits.
Read MoreWe are all capable of taking a moment, before or after something has taken place, to ask ourselves why we are doing it. Go ahead and try it this week, the answers may surprise you.
Read MoreListening without interrupting, or, better yet, active listening, is perhaps the single most important social skill. Paying close attention to other people when they speak is a gateway to "social intelligence," the general ability to understand and work with others.
Read MoreYour brain is the seat of self-awareness. It remembers things, creates new ideas, and processes the incoming data connecting you to your teams and the world. It’s there to be used. Engage your brain by giving each thing you do your full attention. That’s the best way to demonstrate that you appreciate its power.
Read MoreCompleting assignments on schedule and arriving on time every time is not just polite, it can help you succeed. Punctuality is a habit, which, like a to-do list, unclutters your thoughts so you can “engage your brain” and pay complete attention to what you are doing right now.
Read MoreSuccessful professionals are effective managers of that very precious resource—their own time. For students, studying effectively requires that you use time wisely. The time-honored to-do list is an essential tool for seasoned professionals, students, anyone who understands the importance of time management.
Read MoreHappy New Year – But wait, is that even possible? With so many reasons for fear and anger and sadness, is there even room for happiness and joy? Here is one thing we can all try together to brighten the mood for 2022.
Read MoreThe VARI Group d/b/a PerfectCoaches announced today that PerfectCoaches has achieved certification as integrated with cloud solutions from SAP.
Read MoreHost Liza Marie Garcia and PerfectCoaches creator Dr. V Douglas Hines discuss his career, inspiration for PerfectCoaches, and tips for successful performance management. Listen now.
Read MoreDr. Douglas Hines Author – book title is Life’s 7 Perfect Coaches, Winning Habits for Work, Learning, Leadership & Life. Talking about organizational development and individual improvement and his book.
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