The Leadership Circle

DeShaun Foster is catching a lot of slack for some awkward moments in his Big Ten Football Media Day opening statement. We can relate. One of the toughest and most important roles a leader has is to clearly and confidently communicate their vision. That's extra tough if you're someone who gets nervous speaking in front of people or who becomes overcome in charged or emotional moments.  We don't know DeShaun's situation, but in the spirit of offering constructive feedback, here are a few tips to help—and you!—step up to the podium as a leader: 🌟 Come prepared. Know what you want to say and why it's important. 🌟 Practice. In front of the mirror. Out loud to your cat. In your head on the bus. Every rep helps. 🌟 Acknowledge your nerves. Nothing makes you more relatable than a little self-deprecating humor. What are some tricks you use to be your best when making a presentation or speaking to a crowd? #leadershipdevelopment #leadershipskills

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It's normal to feel anxious sometimes, especially when you're facing a high-stakes meeting or dealing with a personal or professional conflict. These feelings can trap us in negative thought patterns, but we can break free: 💡 Change Activities: Divert your attention. 💡 Name Your Anxiety: Identify and understand it. 💡 Separate Facts From Fears: Challenge your thoughts. 💡 Step Outside Your Head: Advise yourself as you would a friend. What strategies do you use to manage anxiety? Share your tips below!

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As leadership coaches and consultants, we're definitely not mental health professionals (or world-class comedians), but there are moments in this sketch that feel awfully familiar. 🤣 Rest in peace, Bob Newhart. Thanks for the laughs.

“Even the world’s leading athletes have coaches to fine-tune their approach and to help them achieve even better results.” This recent article in Forbes argues that every leader needs a mentor. Do you agree? Has being mentored impacted your leadership in a significant way? How so?

Feedback is crucial for personal and professional growth. It helps you understand your strengths and areas for improvement, boosts your performance, and fosters open communication with your boss and co-workers. Especially beneficial for team leaders, regular feedback also enhances team motivation, builds trust, and encourages continual learning and innovation so that each person on the team can reach their full potential. What kind of feedback works for you?

Many leaders avoid discussing emotions at work, but research shows that teams perform better when team leaders acknowledge emotions—especially negative ones. Talking about the sad or angry elephant in the room can improve well-being, relationships, and team performance. What can you do to provide the emotional support your team needs? Check out this advice from HBR. #leadershipskills #leadershipdevelopment

A growth mindset fuels learning and resilience—two things essential to building a culture of innovation and achievement. What does it look like to have a growth mindset? ✔️ Believe that abilities and intelligence can be developed through dedication and hard work. ✔️ Embrace challenges and persist through setbacks. ✔️ Value effort, learn from criticism, and find inspiration in the successes of others By adopting this mindset, you open yourself to endless possibilities. Every obstacle becomes an opportunity, every failure a lesson, and every success a stepping stone to even greater heights. What's one way you've embraced a growth mindset in your life? Share your story below!