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Solutions 21 Weekly Insights
If you can only read one thing this week...
Riding shotgun
by Ed Varhola | Posted on December 21st, 2017
With the onslaught of constant media, information, and online stimulation, I tend to see trends in written communication that catch my attention – reticular activating system, anyone? One of these trends that seems to be covered on every platform lately is “coaching”.
If you google the word, you will notice that there are 397 million results from which to choose. That’s a lot of thoughts on this topic and certainly too many to dive into. As I scrolled through my view-from-30,000-feet search, it became evident that there were other words that were used to describe the duties of a coach: mentor, advisor, counselor, guide, etc. And while none of these synonyms are incorrect, the truth of the matter is that we each have our own definition of what they mean to us.
Having had the amazing opportunity to practice coaching for the last 15 years of my career, I thought I’d take some time to share what being a coach means to me.
In my experience, a coach is... Read the rest at the Solutions 21 Blog >
Great Reads from Around the Web
- The 4 Kinds of Leaders Who Create the Future
Harvard Business Review
Why you should read it: Because the insights offered by Bill Taylor, the cofounder of Fast Company, on the future of leaders and the "habits of mind that drive them" is well worth the read. Take some time to learn about the "4 kinds of leaders who create the future" and check your pulse on which "kind" resonates with you.
- How Do You Know Someone Has the Leadership Skills of the Future? Look for These 5 Signs
Inc.
Why you should read it: Because "these 5 leadership practices will stand the test of time, next year or fifty years from now."
- Take Ownership: How to Rise Up as a Leader in 2018
Inc.
Why you should read it: Because "2018 is right around the corner. This is your year to step up and take ownership over your dream. To do this requires you to be a leader, for yourself and for others. There are 6 aspects of leadership that will radically transform your business and your life. Implement these today so they already become habit moving in to the new year."
Leadership Day Pittsburgh 2018
Join us and Pittsburgh’s top business leaders and entrepreneurs, leadership development experts, and millennial all-stars at the geographic nexus of tech and innovation – Bakery Square – on Friday, January 26, 2018 for Leadership Day Pittsburgh 2018! Workforce dynamics are rapidly changing as baby boomers retire in droves and millennials move into more senior roles. Start your New Year by getting social, enhancing your network, and staying ahead of this disruptive shift. We promise you it will be your best New Year’s resolution! Visit www.leadershipdaypgh.com to learn more.
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