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The #1 Thing I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Manager
Leadership Skills, First Time Manager, Management Skills, Personal Development, Leadership Lessons, Team Building, Performance Management Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, First Time Manager, Management Skills, Personal Development, Leadership Lessons, Team Building, Performance Management Kurtis Graham

The #1 Thing I Wish I Knew Before Becoming a Manager

Being a first-time manager is a ride—one that comes with excitement, doubt, and a boatload of learning moments. But here’s the truth: leadership is about your team, not just you. Check out my 11 hard-hitting tips I wish I had known when I started.

#Leadership #FirstTimeManagers #TeamBuilding

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The Empathy Trap: How Misunderstood Compassion Can Undermine Accountability
Empathetic Leadership, Empathy and Compassion, Leading with Courage, Setting Boundaries, Leadership Boundaries, Accountability, Leadership and Ownership, ownership and accountabilty, Problem Monsters, Toxic Management Traits, Management Skills, Management and Leadership, Management Strategies Kurtis Graham Empathetic Leadership, Empathy and Compassion, Leading with Courage, Setting Boundaries, Leadership Boundaries, Accountability, Leadership and Ownership, ownership and accountabilty, Problem Monsters, Toxic Management Traits, Management Skills, Management and Leadership, Management Strategies Kurtis Graham

The Empathy Trap: How Misunderstood Compassion Can Undermine Accountability

Are you handing out hall passes in the name of empathy? Understanding your team’s struggles is important, but when does empathy cross the line and compromise accountability? In our latest article, we explore the fine line between being supportive and enabling poor performance—and how to strike the right balance. Discover how you can lead with compassion without losing sight of your goals.

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Overcoming the Numbness: A Journey to Re-engagement at Work
Employee Engagement, Self Leadership, personal accountability, Personal Growth, Accountability, Motivation, Team Building, Leadership Skills Kurtis Graham Employee Engagement, Self Leadership, personal accountability, Personal Growth, Accountability, Motivation, Team Building, Leadership Skills Kurtis Graham

Overcoming the Numbness: A Journey to Re-engagement at Work

Feeling numb at work? You're not alone. 🌟 Discover practical steps to re-engage and find your passion again. Dive into "Overcoming the Numbness: A Journey to Re-engagement at Work" and learn how to take ownership of your motivation and drive. 🚀✨

#EmployeeEngagement #WorkMotivation #SelfLeadership

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Don’t Get Wet: From Swimming and Gremlins to Leadership Accountability
Leadership, Accountability, Personal Accountability, Ownership, Leadership Skills, Difficult Conversations, Team Building, Coaching and Team Performance Kurtis Graham Leadership, Accountability, Personal Accountability, Ownership, Leadership Skills, Difficult Conversations, Team Building, Coaching and Team Performance Kurtis Graham

Don’t Get Wet: From Swimming and Gremlins to Leadership Accountability

Were you ever told 'Don’t Get Wet' before you jumped into the pool? 🌊 From swimming as kids to the chaos of Gremlins, these lessons teach us about leadership accountability. 🐲 Are you feeding your Problem Monsters with compromise and excuses? Discover how to lead with integrity and starve out these creatures. Read 'Don’t Get Wet: From Swimming and Gremlins to Leadership Accountability' now!

#Leadership #Accountability #Integrity #ProblemMonsters

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Lacking Accountability: The Unintended Consequences
Accountability, Achieve Goals, Performance Management, Personal Accountability, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Leadership, Leadershipskills, Self Leadership, Personal Development, Goals Curtis Scaplen Accountability, Achieve Goals, Performance Management, Personal Accountability, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Leadership, Leadershipskills, Self Leadership, Personal Development, Goals Curtis Scaplen

Lacking Accountability: The Unintended Consequences

Ever feel stuck or see those around you struggling with their weight, jobs, or social lives? 🤔 It's easy to blame circumstances, but real change starts with accountability. 💪 Discover how small steps in taking responsibility can transform your life and leadership. Read 'Lacking Accountability: The Unintended Consequences' now!

#Leadership #Accountability #PersonalGrowth #SelfImprovement

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Preserving Momentum: It’s Time to Stop Driving Like Fred Flintstone
leadership, motivation, momentum, personal growth, personal accountability, personal development, leadership skills, self leadership, self development, ownership, goals, goal setting Kurtis Graham leadership, motivation, momentum, personal growth, personal accountability, personal development, leadership skills, self leadership, self development, ownership, goals, goal setting Kurtis Graham

Preserving Momentum: It’s Time to Stop Driving Like Fred Flintstone

Explore proven strategies for maintaining momentum and achieving success in our latest article. From goal setting and accountability to overcoming challenges and fostering growth, learn how to stay on track and reach your full potential. Dive into our comprehensive guide today!

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Building Confidence with Credits: A Journey of Self-Reflection and Authenticity
Confidence, Confidence Building, Identity and Self-Reflection, Self-Worth, Self-Awareness, Personal Accountability, Personal Growth, Personal Development, Self Leadership, Self-Empowerment, Self-Esteem Curtis Scaplen Confidence, Confidence Building, Identity and Self-Reflection, Self-Worth, Self-Awareness, Personal Accountability, Personal Growth, Personal Development, Self Leadership, Self-Empowerment, Self-Esteem Curtis Scaplen

Building Confidence with Credits: A Journey of Self-Reflection and Authenticity

🌟 Discover the transformative power of "Confidence Credits" in this week's Leadership In Focus newsletter by Curtis Scaplen. Explore how self-reflection and authenticity can unlock true confidence and self-worth!

#Leadership #SelfWorth #PersonalGrowth

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Asleep at the Wheel and Going off Course
Leadership, Communication Skills, Leadership and Ownership, Accountability, Results, Resilience, Team Culture, Team Building and Motivation, Empowerment, Capability Building Kurtis Graham Leadership, Communication Skills, Leadership and Ownership, Accountability, Results, Resilience, Team Culture, Team Building and Motivation, Empowerment, Capability Building Kurtis Graham

Asleep at the Wheel and Going off Course

🚀 Leading isn't just about staying awake at the wheel—it's about ensuring your team stays on course. Dive into our latest article for insights on effective leadership and staying vigilant in turbulent times.

#Leadership #StayOnCourse #TeamEmpowerment

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