by Lodestar Guidance | Mar 15, 2024 | trustworthiness, Uncategorized
People who are not trustworthy are unreliable and irresponsible. They are not dependable because others doubt their honesty and credibility. Trustworthiness builds our credibility as leaders, allowing us to move our teams and organizations forward. A leader who...
by Lodestar Guidance | Mar 1, 2024 | trustworthiness
Trustworthiness: The capacity to be safely entrusted with valuable information and resources Being capable and dependable + making honest and responsible decisions = trustworthiness Trustworthy people are reliable, dependable, and truthful. They are credible because...
by Lodestar Guidance | Feb 15, 2024 | Empathy
If we lack empathy, we are insensitive and indifferent toward others, and we lack understanding and warmth. As a leader, if you do not express empathy toward others, you appear as not compassionate and not wanting to understand others. This will cause trust to...
by Lodestar Guidance | Feb 1, 2024 | Empathy
Empathy: Correctly and compassionately understanding the feelings of others Listening and understanding other people’s situations + experiencing the feelings of others = empathy If we are empathetic, our minds are perceptive, and our actions are gracious and...
by Lodestar Guidance | Jan 15, 2024 | blog, Determination
People who lack determination give up easily. They fold under pressure and can be easily distracted. They lack discipline and are not persistent. Determination is one of the essential qualities of a satisfying and successful life. Everyone faces challenges and...
by Lodestar Guidance | Jan 1, 2024 | Determination
Determination: Working intently to accomplish goals regardless of opposition Persevering to achieve goals despite obstacles + focusing on the best long-term result = determination People with determination have willpower and resolve. They are intentional and...
by Lodestar Guidance | Dec 15, 2023 | decisiveness
People without decisiveness appear hesitant, uncertain, and timid. They lack the confidence to make effective decisions in a timely manner. We have less confidence in leaders who overthink and hesitate over simple decisions. When someone cannot choose, we...
by Lodestar Guidance | Dec 1, 2023 | decisiveness
Decisiveness: Finalizing difficult decisions without hesitation Confidence to make decisions + willingness to take risks = decisiveness People with decisiveness are characterized by certainty, determination, and conclusiveness. They can decide quickly and effectively,...
by Lodestar Guidance | Nov 15, 2023 | Attitude, blog
If we have a negative attitude, we are resentful, uncooperative, and cynical in our thinking and behavior. With a consistently negative attitude, self-esteem and confidence diminish, we make errors in our decisions, productivity sharply declines, and challenges become...
by Lodestar Guidance | Nov 1, 2023 | Attitude, blog
Attitude: The capacity to stay positive and optimistic despite the circumstances Choosing positive thoughts and behaviors + being optimistic in every circumstance = attitude If we have a positive attitude, we think optimistically, hopefully, and cooperatively, and our...
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