On June 27, Dr. Teschner presented to 75 youth from the ConVal school district at Sargent Camp in southern New Hampshire. He told them they each had the ability to positively influence others and were all potential leaders. He told the group that effective leadership requires each person to build relationships and trust, as well as “inner game” character qualities.
Read MoreI am often asked what are the best leadership books. There are so many titles on leadership, one wonders where to begin. While I obviously have not read them all, these books challenged me to see things from a new perspective and take my leadership to a higher level. Read the full article here: https://www.nhbr.com/great-leadership-reads/
Read MoreOn May 22, 2019, a webinar was conducted for US Department of State Passport Customer Service Managers nationwide. The many positive aspects of delegation include uncovering the skills and capabilities of others, empowering people to grow, aiding the creation of future leaders, expanding the supervisor’s influence and personal power, and freeing the leader to do other important work.
Read MoreI was pleased to participate as an election observer for the April 21 Presidential election, It was heartwarming to be so well received which is a special treat for any leader. Since getting back, I have updated my public speaking topics:
· Unleashing Your Influence for Positive Change
· Thriving and Creating Meaning at Work
· Practical Steps to Up Your Leadership Game
Read MoreDr. Teschner’s NH Business Review column, “Creating a Positive Work Climate,” was published April 26, 2019. A positive work climate that enhances employee motivation, collaboration, and problem solving doesn’t happen by accident -- it requires an ongoing commitment to ensure that it is sustained over time. Read the full column: https://www.nhbr.com/creating-a-positive-work-climate/ .
Read MoreWhile Dr. Teschner has been working to develop and empower leaders for many years, Growing Leadership LLC was not formally incorporated until March 26, 2018. So happy birthday in anticipation of another exciting year ahead!
Read MoreDouglass Teschner’s latest column focuses on the critical leadership need to invest in relationships and build trust. Most people are quick to agree that trust is a basic building block of leadership effectiveness, but how many leaders actually do what is necessary to achieve it? You have to earn trust. There is no short cut, no easy way. There are obviously many demands during the workday so this isn’t going to happen without proactively devoting time to be present and fully engaged with the people who work with you.
Read MoreOn February 13, 2019, a webinar was conducted for the US Department of State Passport Customer Service Managers nationwide. The webinar focused on ways to create and sustain a positive work climate and overcome workplace negativity.
Read More“Growing Your Inner Leader” was the topic of a workshop at the January 26, 2019, Appalachian Mountain Club Summit in Norwood, MA. 40 people were engaged in the session that highlighted positive leadership traits and suggested ways to embrace them in participants’ lives, helping to grow their personal leadership style.
Read MoreThe Growing Leadership column titled “How to Lead with Purpose: Motivating Employees to Achieve Optimal Business Performance” was published on January 18, 2019. You can read it here: https://www.nhbr.com/January-18-2019/How-to-lead-with-purpose/.
Read MoreA training for 16 leaders from Becket Family of Services was held on December 13, 2018. The training topics for this one-day event were delegation, problem solving, and conflict management.
Read More“Leadership that Inspires a Meaningful Workplace” was the focus of an all-day training for 52 Passport Customer Service Managers from across the United States.
Read MoreLeadership Training for Vermont Manufacturer Super Thin Saws was conducted for owners and supervisors of this world leader in thin saw technology for the woodworking industry.
Read MoreMeasuring Effective Leadership: You Can Start by Assessing Staff Retention and Turnover” was published in the NH Business Review.
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Two excellent (and full days) leading the Growing Becket Leadership Program Manager Training with a great group of leaders!
Read MoreIn Fitchburg, MA., Becket Family of Services hosted a Supervisor Support Workshop for regional managers.
Read More"The ‘Inner Game’ of Leadership: Skills are Important but Personal Qualities Matter More" published in the NH Business Review.
Read More"Growing Your Inner Leader workshop" was conducted at the National Peace Corps Association PC Connect conference in Shawnee, PA.
Read MoreNew Hampshire Business Review launched the Growing Leadership Column
Read MoreGrowing Leadership workshop conducted for the Appalachian Mountain Club NH White Mountains hutmasters.
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