You might think that movies are just for entertainment, but today's must-reads prove that there are plenty of leadership lessons to be learned from famous films. * Here's an offer you can't refuse: leadership lessons from "The Godfather," including the importance of community,...
It's my birthday, and to celebrate ringing in 28 right, I've compiled a list of Ridiculously Efficient-approved leadership quotes from some of my favorite leaders. 1. Leaders are made, they are not born. They are made by hard effort, which is the price which all of...
We know that bad management can hinder employee morale and job performance, but new research indicates that poor leaders can even mess with their subordinates' overall well-being. A study published in the Journal of Business and Psychology asked 1,100 employees to rate statements like "my supervisor tries...
Former Harvard guard Jeremy Lin has lit up the New York Knicks and the NBA at large with his dynamic play over the past two weeks. Lin's story is one of perseverance, faith, humility, hard work and commitment, so it's no wonder that business writers have...
Business blogs and managers frequently discuss leadership in the context of others, but today's must-reads center on personal leadership. Highly productive individuals can manage and motivate themselves far better than any boss, and these articles will help you channel your inner leader. * A quote from Eli Manning after...
Collaborative leadership enables productivity organically; accordingly, today's must-reads focus on the various qualities such change agents have. How does your workplace incentivize collaboration? * The seven roles of collaborative leaders, including coach, facilitator, healer and sponsor. [Eric Jacobson] * The best boss ever is a talent magnet that top employees...
