The Kingsley Grant Show: Where Emotional Intelligence (EI/EQ) and Leadership Skills Intersect

+++ GEE, A RAISE +++

Have you ever had to conduct a performance review or have one done on you?

Do you recall what it was like prior to the meeting?

Knots in your stomach. Uncertainties. Stress.

And then to walk away from it feeling like discouraged, deflated, and possibly depressed.

And to know you had to wait a whole year for this. 

Really?

In this episode, you'll discover 3 reasons why HR annual performance reviews are archaic and could be costing a company in more ways than one.

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And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ KILLING SO SOFTLY +++

There's an oldie but goodie song that was very popular in the 70's sung by the Fugees, entitled: Killing me softly that I loved. 

The chorus went like this:

"Strumming my pain with his fingers

I know this might be dating me and maybe you if you remembered it. If you don't, no worries because it is really not the point.

The phrase "killing me softly" captures what happens within an organization where leaders are the "killers" but it's happening so softly, that it goes unnoticed until it's too late.

Do you know leaders like that?

Have you ever worked for one like that? Would you agree they are killing the business?

As you listen to this episode, see if you can identify any of these 5 leaders who are business "killers."

I believe they are the ones that the phrase "people don't leave companies, they leave bosses," are about. Let me know if you agree.

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And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ TOO TOXIC, I'M OUT +++

Have you ever been surrounded by toxic co-workers or find yourself working for a toxic boss?

Do you remember what it was like or are you currently going through the pain of one?

It's not a nice environment to be in.

You feel stuck because you may need the money but you wish you could be somewhere else.

You go to work and just do what you have to do and leave. Right?

When this happens, I blame the leader. Do you?

He or she can or should be doing something about it. Unfortunately, if they are the toxic ones, you are simply out of luck. You only have one option ... I'm out!

Today's guest - Robertson Stewart - discusses the consequences of a toxic workplace and what leaders can do to prevent it. 

Here's a brief description of Robertson and how you can connect with him.

BIO:

Robertson, is an author, lecturer at many schools in Paris, and a management consultant. His book is entitled: “The Incredible Value of Employee Power: How to gain competitive advantage by treating your employees well” 

He believes that being nice to your employees creates a competitive advantage.

Contact Rob:

Email: [email protected]

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/robertson-hunter-stewart-90538b1a/

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+++ MAKEOVER OPPORTUNITY +++

There are so many makeover-shows that adding one more makeover to the mix could easily cause you to go "Oh no, not another one."

If that is your first reaction, I fully understand.

But could you humor me and not be so quick to conclude this is another one?

Because it really isn't.

This episode is like a master-class by our guest expert - Paul Grau Jr - on how the DiSC assessment is used in helping to identify people's strengths and how it shows up in the workplace.

With this information, you as a leader or an employee will gain insights into why certain people behave the way they do, including you. 

PAUL GRAU JR's BIO:

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+++ EXTROVERT DILEMMA +++

Do you know an extrovert?

Are you an extrovert?

Do you know that they can be annoying to someone who is wired quite the opposite from them and without self-awareness, can cause harm to relationships around them?

They are great "cheerleaders" and the world needs them, but they have some limitations that undermine their credibility. 

However, because of their persuasive strengths, they tend to compensate until their greatest fear becomes their reality.

In this episode, you'll hear what their greatest fear is plus about the other qualities that could work for them or against them.

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And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ D-DAY +++

When most people hear the phrase D-Day, they generally think of it being a war-associated phrase. I'm one of those.

But to some people, it may mean something else.

What does it mean to you?

Another way some have thought about it is that it's decision day.

I have used the decision-day more often than that of the war-association.

However, it could mean a number of other things.

In this episode, it means a personality style known as Dominant. It is based upon the universally known DiSC assessment. You will have a chance to see what this style of leadership does and how it could be an asset or a liability.

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And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ LIKE THE PLAGUE +++

There are a number of precautions I take to avoid certain things in life such as the spread of germs. 

I hate it when I'm in a crowded space and someone lets out a huge sneeze and not cover their mouth.

They'll put their head to the side or face down towards the ground as if the ground or space is going to absorb their germs. Uggh! Disgusting!

Do you feel that way too?

When that happens I try to quickly cover my nostrils.

Like my attempt to avoid acquiring someone else's germs, leaders need to make every attempt to avoid these following 7 behaviors.

In full transparency, these are taken from an article my friend Brigette Hyacinth posted on her LinkedIn page. Here's the link to the full article if you are interested.

In this episode, you'll hear how these behaviors can have an enormous impact, in a negative way, on any organization.

These are complete deal breakers:

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P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ END A STANDOFF +++

Have you ever been in a conflict with someone that lasted longer than it should?

Are you in one now that's dragging on and on and on with no seemingly end in sight?

Are you waiting for someone who have offended you to make the first move but nothing has happened?

If this describes you, you are in a STANDOFF.

The question is, how do you end it? Is it possible?

There's no guarantee that what is suggested on this show is going to end it. But you'll discover some ideas as to what you could do that even if it doesn't end it, you can move on without the weight of it.

Take a listen and see if this resonates and let me know.

Please share this episode with one other person and leave a comment on the platform through which you listen to this show and/or on social media. Thanks so much.

And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ FASTEST READER +++

When I look at my bookshelf and see how many books I have not read and those which I've started and not completed, I just wish ...

... I wished I read faster

... I wished I could remember more of what I read even a few minutes ago

... I wished I had a systemized way to improve my reading speed and retention capability

Am I the only one like this? Do you relate?

What if you could change that? What if there was an easy way to make it happen?

In this episode, you'll hear from Guinness World Book of Records fastest reader - Howard Berg - discuss how you could do this and learn how to become a more effective leader.

Also, you'll have an opportunity to save on his courses by using the CODE: GRANT10. This is his gift to the listeners of this show.

You can find other FREE RESOURCES at berglearning.com. This is also where you can connect with Howard.

This episode is jammed pack with practical ideas on how you could start improving your reading today.

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And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader

+++ GUILTY AS CHARGED +++

How easy is it to blame or point the finger to others for something that we are guilty of.

Do you know anyone who does that?

Do you do that?

We all are at some point guilty as charged. No one can say I've never done it.

When people are leaving the workplace in droves or are less engaged in their work, some leaders are quick to point the finger and not take responsibility for what might be their doing.

But it's not all on the leader. 

Sometimes the leader is working with the hand they were dealt, which makes it challenging for them to lead effectively.

Some of what leads people to quit or be less engaged at work, is found in todays episode. See if you agree or identify in anyway with what you hear. I'd love to know your thoughts. 

Please share this episode with one other person and leave a comment on the platform through which you listen to this show and/or on social media. Thanks so much.

And remember, you are ONE SKILL AWAY...

P.S. The new Facebook Group is opened for leaders who want to succeed where others failed and become the leader everyone loves and wants to follow. Here's the link: http://www.facebook.com/groups/eoleader