Do You Want to Master a New Skill? Heed These 5 Lessons

Do You Want to Master a New Skill? Heed These 5 Lessons

Do you want to master a new skill? Besides the ins and outs of the skill itself, what should you know? In Mastery, George Leonard contends that pursuing mastery can yield a lifetime of rich experiences and personal growth. He shares five lessons to help you start on the master’s path today: get instruction, see your skill as a practice, submit to the process, visualize learning, and push to the edge. Continue reading to understand each of these lessons in more depth.

How to Seek Feedback From People Who Support You

How to Seek Feedback From People Who Support You

How does good feedback push you toward your goals? Where should you go to seek feedback? According to How Champions Think by Bob Rotella, you should look for supportive people who genuinely want you to succeed for advice. They won’t try to tear you down, but they’ll also give you honest and constructive feedback that you need. Find out how to get the feedback you need to hear.

How to Push Through: Encouragement for the Master’s Journey

How to Push Through: Encouragement for the Master’s Journey

Have you been slowed down by discouragement, perfectionism, or even an injury? What does it mean to “compete with spirit”? The path of mastery is not always smooth. As you pursue a discipline of any kind, you’re bound to run into obstacles, find yourself sidelined, or even get knocked off your feet. Educator George Leonard describes how you can press on in strength as you walk the lifelong path of the master. Read more for Leonard’s encouraging advice on how to push through when the going gets tough.

The Team-Building Process: Insights From Patrick Lencioni

The Team-Building Process: Insights From Patrick Lencioni

At what point is a team too large? Are team-building activities worth it? Renowned business consultant Patrick Lencioni knows all about teams. In his book Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team, he defines what a team is and provides guidance on putting a team together and getting it on the right track from the start. Read on for Lencioni’s recommendations for the team-building process.

Patrick Lencioni: Trust Means More Than You Might Think

Patrick Lencioni: Trust Means More Than You Might Think

Do your team members feel like they can be completely open with you and each other? Or, do they tend to guard themselves and be careful about what they share? According to Patrick Lencioni, trust is foundational to team performance. He has written two books about the dysfunctions of teams. The first dysfunction is a lack of trust among team members. He explains what he means by trust, why it’s critical, and how to build it. Keep reading to learn about team trust.

How to Climb the Corporate Ladder & Get a Promotion

How to Climb the Corporate Ladder & Get a Promotion

Do you want a promotion at your job? How do you climb the corporate ladder and reach the highest point of your career? The corporate ladder is a term used to describe the progression of one’s career, typically starting at an entry-level position. Reaching the top of the corporate ladder means getting a promotion, a pay raise, or more responsibility at a company in general. Keep reading to learn how to climb the corporate ladder and have your hard work pay off.

Team Player vs. Lone Wolf Personality Type in the Workplace

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Which people on your team work best in collaboration? Which ones have a lone wolf personality type? We all have mental habits or motivation patterns that inform the way we behave. One of these is our work style. Generally, people prefer to work alone or in collaboration with others. They find that one style over the other brings out the best in their performance. Read more to learn how to identify the work style of the people on your team and interact with them in a way that resonates with their style.

Mastering Conflict in Teams: How to Overcome Dysfunction #2

Mastering Conflict in Teams: How to Overcome Dysfunction #2

Do your team members know how to handle disagreements in a constructive way? Or, do they let conflict build up until it explodes? In Overcoming the Five Dysfunctions of a Team, renowned business consultant Patrick Lencioni says that, once you’ve tackled Dysfunction #1 (the absence of trust), you can take on Dysfunction #2: a fear of conflict. When it’s managed well, conflict is healthy for teams. Continue reading to learn Lencioni’s advice for mastering conflict in teams.

How to Overcome the Avoidance of Accountability in a Team

How to Overcome the Avoidance of Accountability in a Team

How much do people get away with on your team? Which is more effective—accountability from managers or colleagues? Patrick Lencioni addresses the issue of accountability in both of his books about team dysfunctions, identifying the avoidance of accountability as the fourth dysfunction. He says that it’s much easier to call people out on results than behaviors, but the latter is far more important. Continue reading for Lencioni’s advice on overcoming the avoidance of accountability in a team.

Get Your Team to Focus on Results Instead of Themselves

Get Your Team to Focus on Results Instead of Themselves

Are your team members more interested in their personal success than the team’s success? If so, what can be done about it? Patrick Lencioni identifies inattention to results as the fifth dysfunction of a team. He argues that employees too often direct their attention toward their own interests at the expense of the team’s interests. Keep reading to learn how to get your team to focus on results instead of themselves.