90th Percentile Leadership: Insights. Backed by Data.

Coaching conversations are worth planning. They take up valuable time for both parties, so that time should be put to its most efficient use. A good coaching conversation can improve relationships, performance, motivation, and results. In this episode, we discuss a proven framework for coaching conversations to guide leaders effectively through the process.

Kathleen Stinnett brings over 25 years of experience working with individuals and organizations to improve performance and fulfillment, creating sustainable change and results. A popular speaker, author, and facilitator, Kathleen coaches leaders at all levels to understand and improve their personal leadership effectiveness. She co-authored The Extraordinary Coach: How the Best Leaders Help Others Grow and served on the faculty of the Hudson Institute of Coaching for 17 years. Kathleen received her Master Certified Coach (MCC) credential from the International Coach Federation in 2005, a Certificate in Coaching Supervision from Ashridge University in 2014, and a Certificate in Applied Positive Psychology in 2015. She holds her B.S. in business and an M.S. in Occupational Education.

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Bringing Science to the Art of Coaching A whitepaper designed to help every kind of professional coach, the authors offer some useful tips on how to make the most of every coaching session.

The Extraordinary Coach: How The Best Leaders Help Others Grow  The Bestselling book that offers worksheets, checklists, sample questions, and the latest research findings to provide a full-immersion course on becoming the kind of coach that brings dramatic change to an organization.

Coaching and Feedback  Learn more about Zenger Folkman’s coaching programs and assessments.

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Chances are you’ve known or read about great leaders and learned that often they have weaknesses.  From that, you have probably concluded that you don’t have to be perfect to be a great leader. But there are some weaknesses that cannot be overlooked. In this episode, we are going to talk about serious weaknesses- some would label these fatal flaws- and the six that effectively kill a leader’s effectiveness.

Zenger Folkman hosts an exclusive live webinar every month, where you can meet Jack Zenger and Joe Folkman, and join in a conversation about their latest research in leadership development. Find out more information and register here.

6 Fatal Flaws That Kill a Leader’s Effectiveness– ARTICLE

Developing Strengths or Weaknesses– WHITEPAPER  Compelling evidence supports the idea that leaders who focus on their strengths have greater success in their development plans. Thought leader Jack Zenger illustrates why building strengths is the key to a strong development plan.

Stand out as a Leader– VIDEO Thought leader Joe Folkman describes how leaders naturally drive for results.

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There are many things competing for your attention every minute of the day. Attention, not money, is the most valuable commodity there is.  Solving a complex problem is an exciting experience, but what happens when people don’t accept your solution? It’s true that one big hurdle with problem-solving is knowing how to sell the solution and get others on board. In this episode, we are analyzing the strengths of the best problem solvers and solution sellers. Register for the webinar: Faster, Smarter, and Better Ways to Analyze and Solve Problems. 

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How Problem Solvers Can Learn To Sell– Article by Joe Folkman

Zenger Folkman’s Leadership eBooks– Enjoy our complimentary eBooks filled with groundbreaking research, compelling interviews, and practical solutions to everyday leadership issues.

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There are many things competing for your attention every minute of the day. Human attention is the ultimate scarce resource. One of the characteristics that organizations value most in a leader is the ability to consistently produce good results—in short, leaders are valued in large part for how productive they are. What gets in the way of greater productivity? In this episode, we are dissecting the disease of distraction and some ways to cure it.

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3 Ways To Cure The Disease of Distractions, How To Get Focused– Article by Jack Zenger

How To Get Focused– Article

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There are many things competing for your attention every minute of the day. Human attention is the ultimate scarce resource. One of the characteristics that organizations value most in a leader is the ability to consistently produce good results—in short, leaders are valued in large part for how productive they are. What gets in the way of greater productivity? In this episode, we are dissecting the disease of distraction and some ways to cure it.

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Zenger Folkman hosts an exclusive live webinar every month, where you can meet Jack Zenger and Joe Folkman, and join in a conversation about their latest research in leadership development. Find out more information and register here.

3 Ways To Cure The Disease of Distractions, How To Get Focused– Article by Jack Zenger

How To Get Focused– Article

Zenger Folkman’s Leadership eBooks– Enjoy our complimentary eBooks filled with groundbreaking research, compelling interviews, and practical solutions to everyday leadership issues.

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A resilient leader is a person who sees failures as temporary setbacks they can recover from quickly. They maintain a positive attitude and a strong sense of opportunity during periods of turbulence. When faced with ambiguity, a resilient leader finds ways to move forward and avoids getting stuck. It’s a skill you didn’t know you need until you really need it. In this episode, Joe Folkman shares research about the qualities of the most resilient leaders and how they became that way.

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Research: 7 Ways to Become a More Resilient LeaderWhat Makes Some People More Resilient Than Others

Music: Pleasant Pictures

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