by Jim Reklis | Sep 15, 2019 | Leadership, Personal Development, Uncategorized
Have you ever been completely captivated in the pages of a story and felt guilty for wasting time and being so “unproductive”? When reading a fiction book in public, have you wanted a “fake” cover so it would not look like you were a lightweight? If leaders are...
by Jim Reklis | Jan 9, 2019 | Leadership, Personal Development, Productivity
The landscape of leadership is littered with the mentally burned out, relationally poor, and physically worn down. Being overworked, overcommitted, and running on empty is the norm. “After this next project, things will get better…” is the common refrain offered to...
by Jim Reklis | Oct 8, 2018 | Inspirational, Leadership
Signpost with Influence wording One of the surest ways to predict future success in someone’s life is in observing the ways they treat people. Just as you observe others, you also need to develop self-awareness in this vital area and ask yourself how well you...
by Jim Reklis | Sep 6, 2018 | Leadership
“People leave bosses, not companies.” Most of us have heard this quote and a Gallup study affirmed that over 50% of employees left their job due to their direct boss. Some of you may have experienced this reality as an employee. And some may have been the...
by Jim Reklis | May 7, 2018 | Leadership, Productivity, Team Building
Everyone wants to be appreciated and valued for the contributions they make. A surprising number of leaders and managers miss opportunities to notice, comment and reward the behaviors that contribute to success. With focused and specific effort, a leader can...
by Jim Reklis | Apr 30, 2018 | Coaching, Leadership, Team Building
Everyone deserves a good leader. And every leader arrives at a crossroad formed at the intersection of three vital components of any business or endeavor, the intersection of people, purpose, and performance. Choices made at this crossroad determine outcome,...