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Casual Articles - Character: Is It Necessary In Leadership? (Part One)
~~~ About Autodesk and AutoCAD ~~~For many years now, the CAD drafting software industry has been dominated by the a single piece of outstanding software: AutoCAD.AutoCAD is a CAD platform designed by Autodesk, Inc, and arguably the most-used (and most respected) program of its kind. AutoCAD is used to make a computer draw two and three-dimensional technical drawings such as those used in building construction and product manufacturing.AutoCAD has been steadily evolving over the years to be seamlessly compatible with the rest of the software universe. For instance, in its latest version, drafting team members scattered over the globe can collaborate effortlessly over the Internet.~~~ AutoCAD and Competition ~~~In the domain of 2D and 3D drafting, AutoCAD is miles ahead of any compe
To be competitive and to remain a player in today’s 24/7 knowledge driven business world requires that your employees be thoroughly trained to deliver the best customer service both to your external and internal customers. The old 19th and 20th centuries’ paradigm of controlling the employee has transformed to one of freedom for today’s knowledge worker.Yet, continued research suggests that the majority of training and development initiatives estimated at 80 to 90% whether they come from the human resource department to the executive management team fail to deliver a positive return on investment. Consequently, when training fails, the first department to experience budget cuts is human resource because of this failure.Part of this reason that a positive return on investment is not achieved potentially
In this two part article, I'll explore these questions and give tips on using character to get results and build your career.
A key function of character in leadership is to engender trust in people, and the function of their trust is to have them take action for results. Few leaders come to grips with the challenges of character and so miss great job and career opportunities.
Let's start with its root, which comes from a Greek word, "kharakter", a chisel or marking instrument for metal or stone.
Our character, then, is our mark engraved into something enduring. We can mold mannerisms, but we must chisel our character. Of course, we don't carry around a stone or a sheet of metal marked with our "character". The enduring thing is the aggregate of the traits and features that form our apparent individual na
'No' is not what you want to hear from a banker or investor when you need funding to grow your business.A 'No' can provide a valuable learning experience, one that can lead to an eventual 'Yes'. There will be many a 'No' in your business life so get used to it ; continue to be the optimist (a requirement for any successful entrepreneur) you always were.How to handle a 'No'.Start off by not getting mad, defensive, or hurt. Make sure you do not get angry as you may have to deal with this lender in the future!Do ask, politely, why your funding request was turned down: this is your chance to learn.Hopefully they will give you specific reasons. Take notes and ask reasonable follow up questions i.e. make the most of this 'training'.Listen very carefully and you migh
A key function of character in leadership is to engender trust in people, and the function of their trust is to have them take action for results. Few leaders come to grips with the challenges of character and so miss great job and career opportunities.
Let's start with its root, which comes from a Greek word, "kharakter", a chisel or marking instrument for metal or stone.
Our character, then, is our mark engraved into something enduring. We can mold mannerisms, but we must chisel our character. Of course, we don't carry around a stone or a sheet of metal marked with our "character". The enduring thing is the aggregate of the traits and features that form our apparent individual n
We all have been in meetings with certain people who get our blood pressure to rise or just make us feel what a waste of time. Here are some of those people and hints on how you can maintain keep the meeting on track without coming across as a dictator or inept leader.Non-Stop Nora. Nora often begins on the agenda item, but then gets sidetracked on some other topic and is off and running. You think there is no really good way to tell her she’s off base and wasting everyone’s time without embarrassing her. There is “no really good way” unless you have an agenda. With an agenda it’ simple. You say:“Nora, that’s a good point you’re making, but right now we’re discussing agenda point two. I see that Joe wants to make a comment. Or, “That really deals with agenda item four. Can you hold
Let's start with its root, which comes from a Greek word, "kharakter", a chisel or marking instrument for metal or stone.
Our character, then, is our mark engraved into something enduring. We can mold mannerisms, but we must chisel our character. Of course, we don't carry around a stone or a sheet of metal marked with our "character". The enduring thing is the aggregate of the traits and features that form our apparent individual n
What’s Your Brand?A brand is a product/company personality that helps distinguish it from the competition. It evolves out of the product essence. So, what’s yours? Quality? Service? Price? Whatever it is it’s something your marketing must reinforce across all communication channels, from business card to TV spot. Even your office space. You can’t brand yourself as a cutting-edge ad agency if your office looks like a law firm. It also shouldn’t try to be all things to all people. "The best, cheapest, easiest, most fun" is not a clear brand. Above all, your brand must be truthful.What’s in a Name?For a start-up or a new product, don’t underestimate the value of a good name. Because once you decide, you don't want to change it. A good name should be more than something personal or cat
Our character, then, is our mark engraved into something enduring. We can mold mannerisms, but we must chisel our character. Of course, we don't carry around a stone or a sheet of metal marked with our "character". The enduring thing is the aggregate of the traits and features that form our apparent individual n
You have little money but you want to raise money for your local charity. So how about a well publicized auction?You will be benefiting from a whole pile of human emotions:* The public’s desire to give to good causes. * Local business need for cost effective advertising. * Local businesses wishing to be connected with good causes. * The public’s wish to purchase special items at good prices, whilst still being seen to be doing good. * Local media’s needs for good local interest copy.It is going to be some hard work for you, but if you are organized, polite and persistent you will do well.First of all – check with your local authorities as to the kind of permits etc that you need. Make sure you adhere to all rules – lotteries for example are heavily controlled – so
"Apparent" is the operative word. Our character exists not only in and of itself, but also as an appearance to others. The fact that character exists both in us and in the minds of other people holds a powerful leadership lesson.
To begin to understand what character is all about in leadership, describe five of the best leaders in history. Then, list three to five character traits that made each one the best. Describe five of the worst leaders in history, and list three to five character traits that made each one the worst.
Now make the same lists for the people in your industry and your own organization. Did you learn something new about leadership and character? What did you learn?
I emphasize new because, in identifying elements that compose character, we come to understan
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