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Career Advice: How to Make the Most of Reverse Mentoring

by Jennifer V. Miller

A note to people in leadership: have you considered the role that reverse mentoring can play as part of your career development efforts with employees? Check out this career advice article on the topic. Consider sharing this post with a young employee looking to expand their network, or a mature colleague who would appreciate a…

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Monkey See Monkey Do: New Leaders Emulate Their Bosses

by Jennifer V. Miller

What determines if a newly promoted leader will be successful? Of course, there are many factors. One consistent element I’ve observed in my leadership development role is this: new leaders often emulate their bosses. And this may be a good thing, or a bad thing, depending on the example the more seasoned leaders provide.  Leaders…

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You Aren’t a Perfect Leader. But Your People Still Expect It.

by Jennifer V. Miller

Culture Engine We're all Human

I If you’ve ever held a leadership position, you’ve probably already figured this out: you are held to a higher standard. You are expected to be more. More authentic, more compassionate and most importantly, more ethical than the average working Joe or Jane in your office. Your daily actions are intensely scrutinized. Author S. Chris…

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How Shutting Up Can Make You a Thought Leader

by Jennifer V. Miller

Who do you consider to be influential thought-leaders in your organization? Is it the talkative people who contribute incessantly? No, these non-stop talkers probably don’t have your deep respect.  More likely, it’s those who temper their talking and have a give-and-take approach to interpersonal communication. Those who can “read the room” and adjust when to…

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Leadership and Being a Role Model – 20 Ideas

by Jennifer V. Miller

Humanitarian and Nobel Prize-winning physician Albert Schweitzer famously observed, “Example is leadership.” At some point in our life, a leadership opportunity appears. Many of us are parents, teachers, coaches, managers and committee leaders.  As such, we know that being a role model is an important part of leadership. But it’s not always easy. There are…

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