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Knowing When to Hold 'Em and When to Fold 'Em: The Art of Strategic Decisions in Leadership
Decision Making Skills, Decision-Making and Problem-Solving, Authentic Leadership, Leadership Skills, Personal Growth, Patience, Personal Leadership, Learning Agility, Strategy, Strategic Patience, Personal Goals, Goal Setting Curtis Scaplen Decision Making Skills, Decision-Making and Problem-Solving, Authentic Leadership, Leadership Skills, Personal Growth, Patience, Personal Leadership, Learning Agility, Strategy, Strategic Patience, Personal Goals, Goal Setting Curtis Scaplen

Knowing When to Hold 'Em and When to Fold 'Em: The Art of Strategic Decisions in Leadership

Explore the art of strategic decision-making and the importance of knowing when to hold on and when to let go. Inspired by the wisdom of Kenny Rogers' iconic song, delve into the challenges of being emotionally invested in our ideas and the significance of making tough choices for long-term success. Learn from Matthew McConaughey's journey as he navigated career transitions, demonstrating the power of staying true to your vision and the rewards of strategic patience. Discover how embracing change and strategic clarity can lead to personal and professional growth, paving the way for your own moments of triumph.

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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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Beyond Shiny New Things: Embracing Practical Leadership in a World of Accumulation
Leadership Skills, Prioritization, Organization Skills, Self-Awareness, Self Leadership, Self-Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth, Minimalism, Agility, Planning Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Prioritization, Organization Skills, Self-Awareness, Self Leadership, Self-Empowerment, Accountability, Personal Growth, Minimalism, Agility, Planning Kurtis Graham

Beyond Shiny New Things: Embracing Practical Leadership in a World of Accumulation

From shiny new cars to cluttered storage units, our latest article explores the balance between material accumulation and long-term value creation. Dive into practical leadership insights that prioritize purpose over possession.

#LeadershipInFocus #PracticalLeadership

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Hostile Takeover: Guardians of Executive Truth
Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Leadership, Culture Building, Authentic Leadership, authenticity, Management Skills, Innovation, Accountability Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Organizational Leadership, Culture Building, Authentic Leadership, authenticity, Management Skills, Innovation, Accountability Kurtis Graham

Hostile Takeover: Guardians of Executive Truth

Delve into the perils of cultivating 'Guardians of Executive Truth' in leadership. Discover how radical transparency and customer-centricity can steer organizations towards integrity. Read more.

#ledership #transparency #authenticity

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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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Just One More Thing: Columbo-Powered Leadership Inquiry
Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Team Building and Motivation, Performance Management, Coaching and Team Performance, Tough Conversations, Feedback and Communication, Authentic Leadership, Adaptability in Leadership Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Team Building and Motivation, Performance Management, Coaching and Team Performance, Tough Conversations, Feedback and Communication, Authentic Leadership, Adaptability in Leadership Kurtis Graham

Just One More Thing: Columbo-Powered Leadership Inquiry

Dive into the genis of Columbo! Learn how his unique approach to questioning can transform your leadership style. Just one more thing to explore.

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Letting Go of Perfect: Growing with Imperfect Progress
Growth, Personal Growth, Self Leadership, Self Improvement, Mindset, Leadership, Resilience Curtis Scaplen Growth, Personal Growth, Self Leadership, Self Improvement, Mindset, Leadership, Resilience Curtis Scaplen

Letting Go of Perfect: Growing with Imperfect Progress

Perfection is a relentless pursuit that leads only to disappointment. 🚫 Embrace imperfect progress instead! 🌱 Let's create a world where authenticity and growth thrive.

#ImperfectProgress #Authenticity #GrowthJourney

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The Art of Influence: How Storytelling Transforms Leadership
Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Storytelling, Employee Engagement, Inspiration and Motivation, Visionary Leadership, Influencing Skills, Achieve Goals, Direction Setting, Leadership in the Digital Age, Social Media, Distraction Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Storytelling, Employee Engagement, Inspiration and Motivation, Visionary Leadership, Influencing Skills, Achieve Goals, Direction Setting, Leadership in the Digital Age, Social Media, Distraction Kurtis Graham

The Art of Influence: How Storytelling Transforms Leadership

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The Paradox of Masculinity; A Delicate Balancing Act
Leadership, Manhood, Authentic Leadership, authenticity, humility, confidence Curtis Scaplen Leadership, Manhood, Authentic Leadership, authenticity, humility, confidence Curtis Scaplen

The Paradox of Masculinity; A Delicate Balancing Act

🚹💭 Struggling to find the right balance between strength and sensitivity in today's world? 🌍 Dive into our latest article on the Paradox of Masculinity: A Delicate Balancing Act. From navigating relationships to professional settings, join the conversation on redefining modern masculinity. 💪

#Masculinity #Balance #Authenticity #ModernManhood 🔄 Let's challenge stereotypes and embrace complexity together.

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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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The Fear of Carwashes: A Leader's Guide to Helping Team Members Navigate the Fear of the Unknown
Change Management, Leadership, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Team Culture, Organizational Culture, Empathetic Leadership, Leading through Change, Accountability Kurtis Graham Change Management, Leadership, Leadership Skills, Communication Skills, Team Culture, Organizational Culture, Empathetic Leadership, Leading through Change, Accountability Kurtis Graham

The Fear of Carwashes: A Leader's Guide to Helping Team Members Navigate the Fear of the Unknown

From childhood fears to leading through uncertainty: Reflecting on overcoming autoplenophobia and guiding teams through change. 🚗💡 Join me in exploring the parallels between conquering car washes and navigating transformation initiatives. Together, we'll dive into the importance of empathy, communication, and decisive action in steering our teams towards success!

#Leadership #ChangeManagement #EmbraceTheUnknown #Teamwork

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Actions Speak Louder Than Words: A Lesson in Leadership from Survivor
Leadership Skills, Personal Accountability, Ownership, Follow Through, Authentic Leadership, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Building and Collaboration, Team Culture Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Personal Accountability, Ownership, Follow Through, Authentic Leadership, Communication Skills, Teamwork, Team Building and Collaboration, Team Culture Kurtis Graham

Actions Speak Louder Than Words: A Lesson in Leadership from Survivor

Unveiling leadership lessons from Survivor's latest season: Actions Speak Louder Than Words. Dive into the insights on accountability, resilience, and the true price of greatness.

#LeadershipLessons #Survivor #Accountability

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The CEO Who Emptied the Dishwasher: Leadership is Caught, Not Taught
Leadership, Lead by Example, Humble Leadership, Leadership Skills, Culture, Leadership Culture, Management Skills, Organizational Culture, Organizational Leadership Curtis Scaplen Leadership, Lead by Example, Humble Leadership, Leadership Skills, Culture, Leadership Culture, Management Skills, Organizational Culture, Organizational Leadership Curtis Scaplen

The CEO Who Emptied the Dishwasher: Leadership is Caught, Not Taught

Catch the power of leadership in action! Learn why leading by example speaks volumes beyond words. Discover how authentic actions inspire and influence. Lead with impact today.

#Leadership #LeadByExample #ActionsSpeakLouder

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Dealing with an Eruptive Team Member: Learning from Travis Kelce's Bump
Leadership Skills, Conflict Resolution, Conflict Management, Setting Boundaries, Team Culture, Workplace Culture, Team Dynamics, Leadership, Coaching, Coaching Skills Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Conflict Resolution, Conflict Management, Setting Boundaries, Team Culture, Workplace Culture, Team Dynamics, Leadership, Coaching, Coaching Skills Kurtis Graham

Dealing with an Eruptive Team Member: Learning from Travis Kelce's Bump

Leadership isn't just about managing successes, it's about navigating challenges, even conflicts, head-on. In our latest article, we delve into the delicate dance of addressing eruptive behavior in the workplace. From setting boundaries to fostering growth, discover essential strategies for leaders to handle such situations effectively.

#Leadership #ConflictResolution #WorkplaceCulture

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Perspectives: One Year of Leadership In Focus
Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Adaptability in Leadership, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Collaboration Kurtis Graham Leadership Skills, Leadership Development, Personal Growth, Empowerment, Adaptability in Leadership, Goal Setting, Teamwork, Collaboration Kurtis Graham

Perspectives: One Year of Leadership In Focus

Join us as we reflect on a year of Leadership In Focus! 🎉✨ Dive into our journey, where passion meets purpose, and discover insights on leadership, community, and growth. Plus, get inspired by our shared reflections on leadership, starting a new business, and words of encouragement from our founders. Let's lead with purpose and embrace growth together! #LeadershipInFocus #Community #Growth #reflections

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Set Goals That Facilitate Relationships
Collaborative Leadership, Relationship Focused Leadership, Team Building, Goal Setting, Organizational culture, Visionary Leadership, Communication and Collaboration, Values Driven Leadership, Relationship Building Kurtis Graham Collaborative Leadership, Relationship Focused Leadership, Team Building, Goal Setting, Organizational culture, Visionary Leadership, Communication and Collaboration, Values Driven Leadership, Relationship Building Kurtis Graham

Set Goals That Facilitate Relationships

Unlock the potential of shared goals! Inspired by climber Tommy Caldwell's 'relationship facilitation goals,' our latest article explores how setting objectives can go beyond achievements, fostering bonds and creating lasting memories. Read now for actionable steps to bring this transformative approach into your professional and personal life. 🌟

#Goals #Relationships #SuccessStories

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What were you Expecting?
Emotional Resilience, Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Self-Awareness, Decision Making Strategies, Mindful Leadership, Personal Accountability, Perspective and Balance, Workplace Agility, Continuous Improvement Kurtis Graham Emotional Resilience, Strategic Planning, Crisis Management, Self-Awareness, Decision Making Strategies, Mindful Leadership, Personal Accountability, Perspective and Balance, Workplace Agility, Continuous Improvement Kurtis Graham

What were you Expecting?

Embrace the unexpected! 🚀 In a world full of plans, the real test is how we navigate when things go awry. My recent mishaps led me to ponder the Expectation/Frustration matrix. Ready to discover the keys to managing it? 🗝️ Dive into my latest article: "What were you Expecting?"

#MindfulLiving #ExpectationsVsReality #staycalm #personalgrowth #leadershipskills

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80/20 Leadership: Shifting Energy Focus for Maximum Impact
Time Management and Prioritization, Leadership Skills, Authentic Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching Skills, Setting Boundaries, Leadership Presence, Mindful Leadership, Relationship Building, Leadership and Coaching, Energy and Focus Curtis Scaplen Time Management and Prioritization, Leadership Skills, Authentic Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching Skills, Setting Boundaries, Leadership Presence, Mindful Leadership, Relationship Building, Leadership and Coaching, Energy and Focus Curtis Scaplen

80/20 Leadership: Shifting Energy Focus for Maximum Impact

🚀 Shifting Energy for Impact 🚀

"The key is not to prioritize what's on your schedule but to schedule your priorities." - Stephen R. Covey

Explore a paradigm shift: allocate time and energy to foster positivity and drive growth. Inspired by Ted Nolan's coaching style, let's proactively engage with the right energy. 💪

#Leadership #EnergyShift #leadershipskills #leadership #boundaries

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When All You See Are Problems, It’s Time For A Reset
Mindful Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Problem-Solving, Proactive Leadership, Effective Decision-Making, Overcoming Challenges, Self-Reflection, Personal Growth Journey, Crisis Management, Resilient Leadership Kurtis Graham Mindful Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Problem-Solving, Proactive Leadership, Effective Decision-Making, Overcoming Challenges, Self-Reflection, Personal Growth Journey, Crisis Management, Resilient Leadership Kurtis Graham

When All You See Are Problems, It’s Time For A Reset

🚀 When faced with challenges, remember: 'The airplane takes off against the wind, not with it.' - Henry Ford.

Explore a personal journey of overcoming frustration and gaining control. Learn to disrupt at moment zero and prevent problem monsters from derailing your path. 🌟

#ProblemSolving #LeadershipReset #MindfulLeadership

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Mark 2024 as the Year You Escape the People-Pleasing Trap
Self-Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Authentic Leadership, Communication Skills, Decision-Making, Empathy and Compassion, Work-Life Balance, Resilience and Confidence, Conflict Resolution, Team Empowerment Kurtis Graham Self-Leadership, Emotional Intelligence, Authentic Leadership, Communication Skills, Decision-Making, Empathy and Compassion, Work-Life Balance, Resilience and Confidence, Conflict Resolution, Team Empowerment Kurtis Graham

Mark 2024 as the Year You Escape the People-Pleasing Trap

📣 New Year, New Resolve! It’s time to break free from the people-pleasing cycle. 🚫 Say goodbye to sacrificing your own happiness to please others. Here are 8 key questions and ideas to help you conquer people-pleasing in 2024:

1️⃣ Can you say no? It's okay to set boundaries upfront.

2️⃣ How excited are you? If it's not a resounding yes, reconsider committing.

3️⃣ Future feelings count! Will you regret it later?

4️⃣ Will you bring positivity or dampen the vibe? Assess the impact.

5️⃣ Consider the emotional toll of backing out later. Say no from the start.

6️⃣ Avoid overthinking. Often, decisions are simpler than we make them.

7️⃣ Is it your ego talking? Don't do things just for others' approval.

8️⃣ Focus on YOUR values, not others' expectations.

Remember, saying no isn't selfish; it's self-care! Let’s prioritize what truly matters in 2024. Embrace discomfort, say no when needed, and embrace those "heck-yeah" moments! 🌟

#NewYearNewYou #AuthenticLiving #LeadershipInFocus

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