by Terri Klass | May 27, 2014 | Change Management, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development
During this past holiday weekend I attended a wedding of one of my closest friend’s children. It is remarkable to watch children grow into adulthood and start lives with their future partners. Both the bride and groom are gentle souls navigating a very competitive...
by Terri Klass | May 19, 2014 | Influential Leader, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Open-Minded
Although Curious George is fictional character, he is also a leader who has endured the test of time. He taught so many of our children and us important lessons about the value of exploration and persistence. He viewed his world with an open mind and a place to find...
by Terri Klass | Apr 28, 2014 | Advice on Millennials, Empowerment, Generosity, Influential Leader, Leadership Development, strategic listening
I know two Millennial leaders who are working very hard to prove themselves in their organizations. They both are striving to master the critical skills for their individual careers as well as build meaningful relationships. Both are extremely open to honest feedback,...
by Terri Klass | Apr 21, 2014 | Influential Leader, Storytelling
This past weekend I viewed an inspiring Biennial exhibit at the Whitney Museum in New York City where relatively unknown artists had the opportunity put together their exhibits. It was fascinating to see how each show was presented in a way that reflected the artist’s...
by Terri Klass | Apr 7, 2014 | Communication, Empowerment, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Storytelling
Like you, my conversations sometimes get away from me. I wish I could have a do-over and tell another person what I truly wanted to express. We don’t want to hurt someone’s feelings or we don’t want to create conflict, so we just rattle off some words that end a...
by Terri Klass | Mar 31, 2014 | Core Values, Empowerment, Influential Leader, Leadership Development
I recently met a gifted leader in an organization I am working with. She possesses all the skills, knowledge and wisdom to lead her team to extraordinary heights. She is authentic and uses her core values and beliefs to guide all her decisions and actions. She doesn’t...