Monthly Archives: February 2012

Aim High!

Posted on February 27, 2012 by Mark C. Crowley

 “High achievement always takes place in the framework of high expectation.”      American inventor, Charles F. Kettering Occasionally when I’m writing my blog posts, I feel compelled to re-state what may not always be obvious: the idea of Leading From … Continue reading →

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To Give Is To Get

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Mark C. Crowley

A leadership development consultant my company hired several years back had an interesting theory. It was her contention that people who hold similar or identical positions tend to be the best judges of our strengths and weaknesses. She explained that … Continue reading →

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The Greatest Recognition I’ve Ever Received

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Mark C. Crowley

Early in my career, I was asked to conduct a pilot. A consultant recommended that my bank experiment with outbound telemarketing and I was selected to lead the effort. Neither the bank nor I had any experience in selling bank … Continue reading →

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Effectively Responding To Problems Strengthens You As A Leader

Posted on February 13, 2012 by Mark C. Crowley

My father set an insane example for how to effectively respond to problems in life. For starters, he had no scale.  Every setback, minor or major, instantly upended him.  He became visibly and vocally upset whenever he hit a bad … Continue reading →

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The Incredible Effects Of Your Handshake

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Mark C. Crowley

 “Touch seems to be as essential as sunshine.”   Author, Diane Ackerman If I died tomorrow and could leave society my most valuable insight into 21st Century leadership effectiveness it would have to be this:  Always remember the people you … Continue reading →

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