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Very worthwhile program. The tools along with the training are going to be easy to apply and would be valuable to any organization. A great compliment to any existing Training or Coaching Program.
Jim Skinner
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London Drugs Ltd.
In this era of information built on vapor or ideas, it's comforting to be able to put into immediate use, tools, knowledge that is built on years of tangible and reliable application. A brand is built by people, with people and for people. CRG helps you really know who "they" are.
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Transforming Leadership is Everything!
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Leadership: |
The activity of leading; the position of office of a leader; an act or instance of leading, guidance, direction; ability to lead; the function of a leader. |
Transforming Leadership is Everything!
Before you assume that this information does not apply to you because you think you are not a leader, let me suggest that everyone is a leader at some level. From CEO of a Fortune 500 company, to parenting, to leading your own life, the principles and skills are the same. Without Transforming Leadership Skills, organizational and personal success levels will be compromised.
Leadership is lacking across almost all cultures and countries at all levels of our lives. This is very frustrating for many of us.
Here are a few examples of lack of leadership.
- Parents who will not or cannot discipline or lead their children
- Organizations that play to the politically correct agenda, rather than having the courage to do what is required for success
- Special-interest and lobby groups getting special treatment
- HR departments who play not to lose, rather than playing to win
- Union members unwilling to stand up against poor union leadership
- Political leaders unable to make difficult or unpopular decisions
- Leaders who make it all about themselves, instead of the institution they are serving
And on it goes . . .
In his book Good to Great, Jim Collins confirmed that the most successful organizations have what he calls Level 5 Leaders. Those qualifications are found in CRG’s Leadership Skills Inventory–Self and the Transforming Leadership book by Dr. Terry Anderson.
Before I outline these skills and attributes, here are a couple of examples of leadership in motion.
- Four years ago, the private school my kids were attending was struggling. It was losing students to other schools; there was infighting among society members; the financial statement was in the red.
That all changed in just a couple of years after 80% of the board was replaced. Within weeks of that election, a new style of leadership—Transforming Leadership—was established
Don’t misunderstand. The previous board members were well meaning and had a strong commitment to the success of the school, but they lacked Transforming Leadership Skills. It was hard for them to make difficult decisions, such as reducing staff and holding faculty and society members accountable for their conduct. Their power-brokering and self-centeredness shifted the energy toward each other instead of on the operational issues of the school.
The school is now enjoying growth in a very positive and student-focused environment. (I am one of the new board members.)
What changed? The leadership style!
- In the second example, one of our clients is going through the process of merging with another organization to create a billion-dollar operation. But it was the leadership of the CEO that made this opportunity happen. Initially, the board members of the two organizations were not open to the idea of a merger. They looked at all the things that could go wrong and did not have the courage to make the hard decisions. Only the leadership shown by the CEO caused this opportunity to come to fruition.
What is Transforming Leadership?
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Transforming Leaders get results and are catalysts to achieving results.
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They display a compelling modesty and are never boastful.
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They demonstrate an unwavering resolve to do whatever must be done to produce the best long-term results, no matter how difficult.
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They act with unassuming calm, yet reflect a confident determination.
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They take full responsibility for poor results, never blaming other people or external factors.
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They give credit for success to others, while setting up successors for even greater success.
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They know who they are and where they are going; they are personally and professional on purpose.
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They get the right people on the team to build a superior lineup.
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They are passionate about what they are doing.
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They set and keep values and inspired standards to motivate, not ego or charisma.
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They confront the brutal facts of the current reality, whatever that might be.
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They and the team retain absolute faith that they can and will prevail in the end, regardless of the difficulties.
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They communicate clearly and effectively to all levels of the organization.
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They hold everyone accountable for their respective results and role in the success of the company.
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They understand the what, when, why, and how of available resources, such as knowing how technology can serve the organization to achieve its results.
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They embrace an organizational and professional work culture of discipline and remove any team member who does not adhere to this value.
It takes many components to make a successful leader but the foregoing list outlines some of the primary skills and attributes of a Transforming and Level 5 Leader.
Remember: These principles apply to family situations and small associations, just as much as they do to large corporations.
Leadership that is effective and that gets results does not happen by accident or without courage.
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Plan to attend CRG's next 3-Day Train-The-Trainer program.
You will learn why over 80% of professionals switch to CRG resources from other options such as MBTI, DISC, and True Colors.
This powerful personal and professional development event is designed to impact you from the inside out!
This program is packed with so much value and content, we have created the CRG TTT Alumni Program. Why? Many individuals have committed to returning to TTT on an annual basis—not only for a refresher/catch-up but to re-energize and renew their personal and professional perspective.
CRG provided me with the tools that will enhance my credibility and add depth to my practice. CRG is there to support both me and my business.
Jinger Sellinger
Register now for our event in Vancouver, BC.
March 1, 2, 3, 2007
June 7, 8, 9, 2007
Our recent presentation at an International Career Conference proved that professionals appreciate the CRG models and family of assessments. In fact, in our session, one individual who has been using the Personal Style Indicator for almost 20 years learned several unique elements about the CRG models. You can experience similar insights at a CRG TTT I event.
The more experience you have in the HR field, the more important it is for you to attend a CRG session—to understand the uniqueness of CRG’s resources and unlearn some popular false assumptions about other tools in the marketplace. Register now for CRG's Train-The-Trainer program.
Space is Limited.
Upcoming Train-The-Trainer Events in Vancouver, BC
If you have questions about our TTT, please contact Neal Diamond.
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NEW! Now Available for You and Your Clients!
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My Source Experience Journal™
A Personal Discovery Process for Those Who Want to Lead a Passionate and Fulfilling Life
Ken Keis, President of CRG, has completed his new book. Its 88 pages are designed as a journal to take you on a path to personal discovery. If you are wondering what you should do in your life, the Source will help you.
It's also a great process tool to use with clients and others. If you know people struggling to find a clear direction in their lives, do them a life-altering favor. Give them a copy of My Source Experience Journal™.
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“Live” Online Interview of Ken Keis
By Stephanie Frank
Author, Accidental Millionaire
When: January 11, 2007
Time: 1:30 PM PST
Register: www.stephaniefrank.com/sff/keis.html
CRG Train-the-Trainer I
Where: Vancouver, BC
When: March 1, 2, 3, 2007
To register: www.crgleader.com/trainthetrainer
Neal Diamond Presenting Living With Style
Private Event, Community Development Services
Where: Abbotsford, BC
When: March 2, 2007
Ken Keis, Closing Keynote Presenter – Living on Purpose
BC Career Management Association Conference
Celebrating our Success – Building our Future
Where: Vancouver, BC
When: March 14, 15, 2007
To register: www.bccma.ca/conference.asp
Ken Keis Presents “Assess For Success”
At the BC Career Colleges Association Conference
Where: Vancouver, BC
When: May 8, 9, 2007
Register: www.bccca.com
CRG Train-the-Trainer I
Where: Vancouver, BC
When: June 7, 8, 9, 2007
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- Welcome New Team Members to CRG
Lori Bahnman: Customer Service & Affiliate Relations
Dr. Ben Chen: Senior Web Database Designer & Developer
- CRG Plans to Launch New Train-The-Trainer II Program in 2007
Stay tuned for details of CRG’s new TTT II program. Building on the content of the TTT I program (a prerequisite for TTT II), we will expand into new territory. Look for confirmation of the dates early in the New Year.
Designate CRG TTT II as one of your professional development sessions for 2007.
- CRG is Now Building Its Next-Generation Online Learning Center Site
Our team of internal and external experts is working full-time on CRG’s next-generation site, including a new learning center, assessment creator, and corporate locker. We will keep you informed of our progress and ask for your help as a beta tester when required.
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