How to Improve Leadership Skills as a Manager

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Leadership is a skill that can be developed with deliberate practice, learning, and real-world application. Unfortunately, many managers are thrust into leadership roles without formal training, leading to ineffective management and unmotivated teams.

Choosing the Best Leadership Style for Your Team

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Leadership is not a one-size-fits-all approach. Different teams, challenges, and environments require a unique leadership style. To become an effective leader, it’s crucial to understand the various leadership theories and assess which approach best suits your team’s needs. With numerous leadership theories and styles available, how do you determine the best one for your team?

Ways to Grow Your Career to Make It Last

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Instead of focusing on finding that one perfect job or career, think about your next moves as part of a broader learning and discovery process. Your career is more like a staircase than a straight road, and each step you take builds momentum toward uncovering what you enjoy, where you excel, and where you can make the most significant impact.

Sales Reps: Adapting To Today’s Challenges

Sales professionals face unprecedented challenges in today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business landscape. To thrive, they must continuously adapt and develop new skills. In an article I wrote for LTEN Focus magazine, I dive into the crucial aspects of professional development for sales representatives, exploring strategies and solutions to help them stay ahead of the curve. […]

The Unsung Heroes: How Pharmaceuticals Are Extending Lives

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Several weeks ago, I was in a Mastermind Group discussing the customers I serve in the Life Sciences sector. Someone suggested that I should consider serving a different client base, as they believed people were in this industry only for the money. I was surprised by this comment, even though the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries […]

Reframing Past Performance for Future Growth

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Recently, I had the privilege of discussing business strategies with Shireen. Our conversation brought to light how closely our views and techniques are aligned. Shireen’s emphasis on boosting employee skills particularly resonated with me. Many companies miss how vital this is. It’s a viewpoint that echoes our own at Core Management Training, highlighting how skill […]

Discover key strategies in my latest article for LTEN Focus

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Discover key strategies in my latest article for LTEN Focus, the go-to magazine for professionals in life sciences training. Although it’s crafted for this niche, the insights on developing a curriculum apply across the board. Organizations everywhere are seeking robust leadership programs and the right talent to lead. By rolling up your sleeves to understand […]