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Why celebrate inept leaders? - Or the action fallacy trap

Ever wondered why leaders who lurch from one crisis to the next get ahead, while those who manage their teams seamlessly go unnoticed? This phenomenon is no coincidence - it is the result of a deep-rooted error in thinking, the so-called "action fallacy", which not only distorts the perception of the great leaders of the past, but also poisons the culture of today's workplace.

Leadership as a Lifelong Journey - And Why It's Not a Goal, But a Process

Leadership has never been - and never will be - a title or an achieved status. Leadership is not a title, it is a relationship. It is not a position, but a presence. It is not power, but responsibility. And every day you have to choose again: be a learner today - or try to be "ready".

The first way is perhaps more difficult. But it is the only one that makes you truly human - and a true leader.

How do you manage the pressure of sales performance expectations? - Prevent burnout (too)

This morning, in a business group, the question that I have heard or been asked many times elsewhere and that plagues countless salespeople around the world came up again: how do we cope with the constant sales performance pressure?
The numbers, the monthly targets, the daily expectations - they all add up to a burden that not only reduces motivation in the long run, but can also lead to severe burnout.

Internal Motivation vs. External Motivation: which is more effective?

Internal Motivation vs. External Motivation: which is more effective? Intrinsic Motivation Extrinsic Motivation - the difference Let's start with a situation that will help you understand the difference: You're sitting at your desk on Monday morning and you notice that two of your colleagues are completely...
Morning Motivation: 10 Habits for a Successful Start to the Day

Morning Motivation: 10 Habits for a Successful Start to the Day

Motivation in the morning is not just a trend, it's the cornerstone of success. This detailed guide shows you how to create a personalised morning routine with 10 proven habits used by the world's most successful leaders. You'll learn the science behind it, practical implementation tips and real-life cases of how to switch from rushed mornings to a conscious, energised start to the day. Change starts with one conscious decision - and this article shows you how to make it effectively.

The power of leadership motivation: how to inspire and build a motivated team to succeed

The power of leadership motivation: how to inspire and build a motivated team to succeed

Leadership motivation is perhaps one of the most important skills a modern leader must have. Today, a motivated team is a prerequisite for the best, most effective and successful leaders and companies.
A motivated team is not only more productive, but also more creative and engaged. According to Gallup surveys, employees who feel motivated have on average 21% higher productivity than their less motivated counterparts. But there's more to the numbers than that.

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Mobility business challenges in 2025 and related leadership development opportunities

Mobility business challenges in 2025 and related leadership development opportunities

In 2025, leaders in the Mobility sector will face changing challenges that require a new approach to leadership. In this context, executive coaching can be a supportive tool to achieve sustainability, technology and retention goals. Through self-awareness and leadership skills development through coaching, leaders can be able to better understand the market, increase team satisfaction and resilience, and thus truly lead their organisation to success.

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5 brutally effective sales coaching secrets top salespeople won't tell you

5 brutally effective sales coaching secrets top salespeople won't tell you

With more than 25 years of experience as a sales manager and sales coach behind me, I can confidently say that the secret to successful sales is not just product knowledge or "aggressive" sales techniques. Those of us who build and coach sales teams every day know that to make a real breakthrough, you need methods that most salespeople have never even heard of.

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Top 5 Leadership Skills Every Leader Needs to Develop

Top 5 Leadership Skills Every Leader Needs to Develop

The key to becoming a successful leader is not to achieve perfection in every area, but to strive for continuous improvement and a willingness to learn. Developing the five key competencies will help you to:

Navigate the changing business environment more confidently

Lead your teams more effectively

Achieve better business results

Ensure sustainable growth for our organisations

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The power of listening and silence in coaching: When words are silenced, real progress begins

The power of listening and silence in coaching: When words are silenced, real progress begins

The power of silence is that it gives space for genuine self-reflection, deeper insights and conscious change. When we learn to appreciate and use silence, we not only become better coaches, but also help our clients discover their own inner wisdom and resources.

In the coaching process, the art of silence and listening is not a luxury, but an essential necessity. It is the space where true transformation can take place, where clients can find their own answers and where the deepest insights can be born.

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Why CEOs, Leaders Are Alone with Their  Business Problems?

Why CEOs, Leaders Are Alone with Their Business Problems?

Managers and CEOs don't need to feel alone in the midst of their business problems. Coaching provides an opportunity for leaders to talk openly about their challenges and find solutions that really help them to improve. Sharing a CEO's concerns in confidence with a coach not only eases his or her own burden, but can also support the success of the company as a whole.

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