Author Archives: avadiamond

To Be a Better Leader, Listen with TING

When we are in a conversation with another person, what are most of us generally doing while they are talking? If we were honest, we would have to admit that we’re usually thinking of how we will respond. There are very few of us who are fully engaged and deeply listening to the other person’s…

Small Mindset Changes that Make a Big Difference

I’ve been noticing a trend over the last several months.  It’s becoming an epidemic. There’s a lot of self doubt, limiting thoughts, and “how can I be successful in today’s constantly evolving world?” going around. People who, up until now, were focused, making progress, and moving forward are questioning themselves, their direction, and their ability…

You Need to Own Your Power Before You Can Own the Room!

Whenever you are delivering a business presentation or speech, you need to own the room! What exactly do I mean by that? Think back to some of the best speakers you have seen. They come up on stage or to the front of the room, and you immediately feel the energy in the room shift….

Help Them See the Impact of Their Work

Let’s face it. Not every job is challenging. Not every job is exciting. How then, as leaders, can we help people be enthusiastic about their job no matter what their job is? We need to help them see the benefit of the work they do. Several years ago, my mother spent a couple of days…

Do You Know Your “Powerful Why”?

Being successful in today’s world takes focus. It takes a high level of motivation. And it takes discipline. It takes a daily commitment to staying focused on the results you want, and engaging in the habits and behaviors that will take you there. It takes saying “no” to excuses, and “yes” to powerful action. It…