Archive for February 2022
Striving to stand out on your next video conference?
To look your best on Teams or Zoom, just remember―lights, camera, action! Lights.Lighting is the most important element of making a good impression on video. Go for soft, natural light, preferably from a window. Watch for shadows that hide part of your face. Position the light in front of you. Consider using a ring light…
Read MoreThe First 90 Days – Establish Early Wins
Establish Early Wins. It’s one of the last things a leader in a new role considers, if at all. But securing early wins is important to ensure success. Early wins are key to proving yourself. Early wins excite teams. They energize people. They build credibility. Secure early wins. Avoid early losses. Create a virtuous cycle.…
Read MoreThe First 90 Days – Don’t Jump Into Action Immediately
Take time to learn, listen, and understand. Organizations have cultures, distinct and often lasting. There are reasons why things were done the way they were. Don’t start removing fences when you don’t yet understand why they were put there in the first place. A set of customs and norms may make perfect sense in a…
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