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And roughly 30% of leaders have at least one fatal flaw.

Newcomers often see opportunities veterans miss. However, knowing how to leverage those opportunities is the key.

Years ago, when I was a 23-year-old assistant HR manager at a large department store, one of our sales associates suffered a heart attack and died while at work. At the time, I was out of town, attending my grandfather’s funeral. Upon my return to work, my boss, Mary, told me what had happened and carefully gauged my reaction. She was concerned about me suffering two losses in quick succession. When I assured her I was OK, she asked me to check in with Scott, the department manager of the gentleman who had died.

As a business professional, do you frequently face situations where you need to “say a few words” without time to prepare? It might be a meeting, conference call or request to fill in for another speaker, to name just a few scenarios. For many, these situations can induce more anxiety than making a prepared presentation. As a result, you may find yourself rambling, filling your sentences with “ums” or, in the worst case, completely drawing a blank. When that happens, both your point and your credibility are in jeopardy. 

Don't try to be perfect, just try to be better than you were yesterday.

These three steps can be used in order to develop leaders perfect for your organization’s goals.

Who wouldn't want to work for a boss like this?

....And 5 ways to regain their respect.

Sharing different leadership styles can be beneficial to everyone.

What is great leadership? Ultimately, there is no right or wrong definition. Across my 30-year career I’ve discovered it’s many things —

You need one standout strength.

Most businesses have stripped employees of their identities, leading to a leadership identity crisis that infects businesses across America and prevents innovation and initiative. Leaders must encourage employees to passionately go above and beyond.

To lead successfully requires earning the confidence of those who are to be led.

Look closely and you'll see who they really are.

The core of every successful effort involves vision, problem-solving, planning and execution. This is the Leadership Fractal. Those that get ahead do it over and over again, getting better each time.

Want to be a laudable leader? Study these characteristics -- and the wise words of leaders who strive to embody them.