by Terri Klass | Oct 19, 2015 | Communication, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development, strategic listening
One of the most important skills for leaders to own is their ability to communicate effectively. Although we each may have unique styles of conveying our messages, each message represents who we are and how we are perceived. I usually begin my Assertive...
by Terri Klass | Oct 12, 2015 | Building Confidence, Career Development, Empowerment, Gifts and Strengths, Influential Leader, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development
When was the last time you stepped back and asked yourself: “What am I good at?” or “What are my strengths?” For many of us, we usually don’t take the time to recognize what value we bring to our work worlds or personal lives. We go through our daily routines, never...
by Terri Klass | Oct 5, 2015 | Collaborative Leadership, Dealing With Crises, Empowerment, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development
The east coast of the United States is in a wait and see mode this weekend as we brace for a possible hurricane. Weather forecasts are all over the place with different predictions and possibilities of the path the hurricane will take. Will it hit land or will it go...
by Terri Klass | Sep 28, 2015 | Change Management, Gifts and Strengths, Influential Leader, Leadership Development
The past few weeks I’ve noticed a large, furry, not-so-attractive creature in my backyard eating everything in site. At first I thought it was just a squirrel that had eaten too many acorns but I finally got a closer look yesterday. As the odd shaped animal meandered...
by Terri Klass | Sep 21, 2015 | Building Trust, Collaborative Leadership, Leadership Brand, Leadership Development, leadership qualities, Management Development, Open-Minded, Team Building
Whether we work on large teams, rotate between different groups, oversee our own smaller businesses or volunteer our services, we all have a need to belong. People feel valued when those they connect with, provide support and encouragement. Being part of something...
by Terri Klass | Sep 15, 2015 | Core Values, Empowerment, Leadership Development, strategic listening
Before I get into the heart of any presentation or workshop, I share a bit about myself. The part I am always the most excited about is when I describe how I partner with organizations to create cultures of empowerment. Eyes and ears usually perk up at that point as...