Leadership

24 Apr How to Overcome Employee Turnover

Posted at 10:00h in Career Acceleration, Corporate Culture, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Thousands of Gallup Poll studies reveal that at least 75% of all voluntary turnovers are influenced by managers. But less than 25% percent of employees leave because of pay and benefits – contrary to what many employers believe. Most respondents cite career advancement and opportunities...

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17 Apr 4 Tips for Managing Your Boss

Posted at 10:00h in Career Success, Communication, Corporate Culture, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

These four tips will help you become a better “boss manager” so that you can avoid unwanted problems and encourage a more cooperative, productive, and satisfying working relationship. Mimic their methods. Each of us has our own style when it comes to digesting information, expressing ourselves,...

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03 Apr Where to Find Your Mentor

Posted at 10:00h in Career Acceleration, Career Success, Executive Coaching, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Just a few days ago I was asked on Twitter “How do I find a mentor?” That’s a great question, and here are some suggestions to assist you in your search. Get the word out. You never know where you’ll find your mentor or career guide....

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22 Mar SHRM Atlanta Conference Take-Aways: Confidence, Leadership, Influence & Implementation

Posted at 13:33h in Career Success, Executive Presence, Leadership, Networking, Women In Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Last week I attended my first Atlanta SHRM Conference. As I sat throughout all of the Business Acumen Sessions, I noticed four common themes from the industry's HR guru's. Although these sessions were designed for Human Resource executives, I think every leader can learn from...

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20 Mar How to Rebound from a Professional Setback

Posted at 10:00h in Career Acceleration, Career Success, Communication, Executive Presence, Leadership, Women In Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

One of the most critical times in your professional career is right after a big setback. That’s because how you respond in the wake of whatever disappointment or missed opportunity you experienced can set the tone and trajectory for the rest of your career. Transform...

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13 Mar 3 Secrets to Successfully Engaging in Difficult Conversations with Poor Performers

Posted at 10:00h in Communication, Leadership, Talent Development & Retention, Women In Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

We all shy away from initiating workplace conversations that could easily escalate into conflict. You never know how the person will react to what they may perceive as unfair criticism or a threat to their career. They could blame you for their difficulties. Maybe they’ll...

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06 Mar Go from Shy Introvert to Networking Superstar

Posted at 10:00h in Career Success, Communication, Leadership, Networking by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

Networking is vital in today’s business world, but some of us (myself included, believe it or not!) are introverts at heart and working the room or stepping to the podium is just contrary to our nature. But despite the fact that I was born shy,...

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28 Feb 5 Tips for Managing Your Boss and Selling Your Ideas Upward

Posted at 15:15h in Career Success, Communication, Influence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

There is one problem we’ve all encountered that can be simultaneously frustrating and disappointing. As an innovative leader and team player you present a great idea to your boss. But the boss doesn’t accept the idea or promote it upward through the...

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23 Feb Promote Your Promoter: Get what you want by giving what others want

Posted at 10:00h in Career Acceleration, Career Success, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

When you meet with a boss to solicit performance feedback, always inquire how you can help them achieve their own goals. This is essentially the same strategy that HR experts recommend when doing a job interview – not focusing on yourself but keeping the conversation...

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14 Feb 3 Steps to 24-Hour Leadership Brand Visibility

Posted at 15:08h in Brand, Executive Presence, Leadership by Sarah Hathorn 0 Comments

As 19th century writer John Ruskin said, “A thing is worth precisely what it can do for you.” Unless those around you recognize your everyday contributions, they have no way of realizing your importance. So you have to find ways to promote...

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