by Bryan Yager | Jan 19, 2021 | Conflict, Influence, Leadership, Perception
First a Quote: “Reacting in anger or annoyance will not advance one’s ability to persuade.” – Ruth Bader Ginsberg Did you feel a bit defensive when you saw the title of this week’s missive? Did you almost decide not to click on it this week? Or just...
by Bryan Yager | Mar 23, 2020 | Change, Disaster, Influence, Leadership, Stress
First a quote: “There are forces beyond our control that can take away everything we possess except one thing… our freedom to choose how we will respond to the situation.” – Victor Frankl I trust you are all safe and doing well… hopefully, together with families and...
by Bryan Yager | Aug 12, 2019 | Hope, Influence, Leadership, Optimism, Strategy
First a quote: “A leader without influence and an ability to drive strategic change really isn’t a leader.” – Terry L Paulson, PhD, Author, The Optimism Advantage I have always been fascinated by the subject of leadership because it is interesting, complex, and seems...
by Bryan Yager | Apr 1, 2019 | Engagement, Influence, Leadership, Position Power and Commitment
First a quote: “The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.” — Ken Blanchard Many years ago, one of my mentors taught me the following: “Leaders must never be afraid to use their authority in a quest for action and results; and yet,...
