by Terri Klass | Mar 3, 2014 | Empowerment, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, Storytelling
As with every impending snowstorm, I marched myself to the local food store this week, to stock up on all the items which I will never go through. Those of us who live in cold climates, witnessed this crazy, irrational routine many times this winter. We grab our...
by Terri Klass | Nov 11, 2013 | Generosity, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, Storytelling
One of the most common concerns I hear from leaders at all levels is being “left out of the loop.” We think we have a strong connection to our colleagues and teams, yet we sometimes miss out on information being shared. We may not be told that someone is really...
by Terri Klass | Aug 27, 2013 | Empowerment, Generosity, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Storytelling
I have recently noticed leaders everywhere I go. I see them in organizations stepping up and taking a controversial stand. I see them in retail stores helping customers who are unhappy with a purchase. I see them in volunteer positions packing up sandwiches and making...
by Terri Klass | Jul 9, 2013 | Building Trust, Communication, Core Values, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, Storytelling
Growing up, I was taught to keep my personal life private. Beginning with my family, my parents encouraged me to be careful about what information I shared with people, including my friends. When I entered the workplace, I carried that belief with me that there should...
by Terri Klass | Jul 1, 2013 | Collaborative Leadership, Leadership Development, Open-Minded, Storytelling
I know summer is just beginning, but I just returned from my most exciting vacation ever! We decided to explore the South of France without a tour or even a guide. I was determined to do my critical research and create an itinerary that would include both historical...
by Terri Klass | Feb 11, 2013 | Building Trust, Communication, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, Storytelling
I recently listened to a powerful presentation on global leadership where Sheena Iyengar from the Columbia Business School was interviewed about her vision on the characteristics of a global leader. She stressed the need for an increase in cultivating a new type of...
