Category Archives: Champion Change Leadership

Great leaders communicate to navigate change and to motivate their teams through the change process, because they know change is inevitable and necessary for long-term business success and viability.

Employee Performance, Change & My Dad’s Decision 40 Years Ago

Posted on February 7, 2012 by Skip Weisman, Workplace Communication Expert

My dad passed away 9 years ago on February 3rd. Its hard to believe its been that long. Over the weekend while reflecting on some memories I recalled a time in my early teens when dad had an opportunity presented … Continue reading →

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Leadership is About Inspiration Not Motivation

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Skip Weisman, Workplace Communication Expert

In 2010 I wrote a controversial article encouraging leaders to replace their organization’s “mission statements” with a “purpose statement” because purpose creates the inspiration for sustained motivation necessary to consistent progress towards success. That’s why I was encouraged this week … Continue reading →

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Why Business (& Not-for-Profit) Leaders Should Burn Their Mission Statements

Posted on January 8, 2012 by Skip Weisman, Workplace Communication Expert

What I’m about to say, will shock most organizational leaders….It’s time to retire the mission statement. They don’t motivate anyone. They are a waste of time and energy to develop. They quickly become part of the corporate wallpaper. During a … Continue reading →

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