by Deborah Leverett | Mar 11, 2016 | Uncategorized
Leaders go first, and their behaviors create the culture. Most leaders fall in the middle of the continuum. But, there are those who are exemplary leaders and those who are inadequate. How would you rate your leaders. How would your direct reports rate you? By the same token, how do you rate your culture? 1. Exemplary leaders are generous with their time, their leadership capital, and their compliments. Inadequate leaders share when it pays off for them. 2. Exemplary leaders create a strong culture of accountability. Inadequate leaders avoid accountability and use blame as a power tool. 3. Exemplary leaders model the work ethic and character they expect of others. Inadequate leaders expect more of others than they do of themselves. 4.Exemplary leaders are genuinely humble and honor others’ contributions. Inadequate leaders see almost everyone else as inferior to themselves. 5. Exemplary leaders are fair and consistent with others. Inadequate leaders show favoritism. 6.Exemplary leaders exhibit exemplary relational intelligence. Inadequate leaders have frequent anger outbursts, pout sessions, and blaming rants. 7.Exemplary leaders are transparent and cultivate agile communication systems. Inadequate leaders lack transparency and use information as a power source 8. Exemplary leaders set clear performance expectations, create a coaching climate and are quick to let wrong people off the bus. Inadequate leaders seek to dismiss or ignore poor performance. 9. Exemplary leaders look for ways to hear other points of view Inadequate leaders do not allow for disagreement or push back. 10. Exemplary leaders right wrongs. Inadequate leaders cover up or ignore wrongs. Leaders go first, and their behaviors create the...
by Deborah Leverett | Feb 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
Dear Friends of Entera: We are excited to announce the arrival of Sean Adams to our team. Sean comes with an extensive and unique resume: an MBA with post-graduate studies in public relations; experience in media, higher education, sports, and the corporate world, which adds up to his fresh perspective on leadership that will bring tremendous value to our clients. He is the inaugural Research Fellow at The University of Texas Program in Sports and Media. The program brings sports and media professionals for creative interaction with faculty and students. In 2012 Sean was awarded the Young Alumnus of the Year by Abilene Christian University – his alma mater. Author of two books, Sean is an authority in understanding and stimulating potential in people by using business, sports, humor and life’s little issues to communicate the messages. His core message is built around the fundamental principles of leadership, building culture, human capital, and teamwork. “Sean’s resume and intellectual property are stellar, but it his ability to connect and relate to others that will resonate with out clients and ultimately make a positive impact for them,” said Deborah Leverett, Managing Director. “For our team, he is a force multiplier, and we are privileged to have him join us.” As a Principal in the firm, he will take a leadership role in growing the Entera Institute course offerings as well as consulting in areas of his expertise, some of which are: Human Capital Distribution Analysis Feasibility Studies for Growth and Change Crisis Management Systems & Process Design and Alignment Media Communications Management “My attraction to the great work at Entera+Partners was only heightened after a few months...
by Deborah Leverett | Dec 24, 2014 | Blog, Uncategorized
I’ve never understood man’s attempts to rid himself of a divine being whose story has been called the Greatest Story ever Told; a divine being whose character is demonstrated by an act of love so amazing that it is almost too good to be true. What is man that this divine being would sacrifice all to redeem him? Luke 2 – The Christmas Story At that time the Roman emperor, Augustus, decreed that a census should be taken throughout the Roman Empire. (This was the first census taken when Quirinius was governor of Syria.) All returned to their own ancestral towns to register for this census. And because Joseph was a descendant of King David, he had to go to Bethlehem in Judea, David’s ancient home. He traveled there from the village of Nazareth in Galilee. He took with him Mary, his fiancée, who was now obviously pregnant. And while they were there, the time came for her baby to be born. She gave birth to her first child, a son. She wrapped him snugly in strips of cloth and laid him in a manger, because there was no lodging available for them. The Shepherds and Angels That night there were shepherds staying in the fields nearby, guarding their flocks of sheep. Suddenly, an angel of the Lord appeared among them, and the radiance of the Lord’s glory surrounded them. They were terrified, but the angel reassured them. “Don’t be afraid!” he said. “I bring you good news that will bring great joy to all people. The Savior—yes, the Messiah, the Lord—has been born today in Bethlehem, the city...
by Deborah Leverett | Dec 8, 2014 | Blog, Uncategorized
You can be a difference maker this holiday season and give a gift that will boost others as well as leave you feeling great. This principle works every time and is only dependent on how you view others. 5 Ways to Build Others: 1. Make them feel important by showing your admiration for who they are : give compliments for their traits and accomplishments. Tell them how their role adds value to the organization. 2. Pay attention and listen: today try listening twice as much as you speak. 3. Accept people where they are: stop criticizing and judging others (especially behind their backs). 4. Be positive: even when at opposite ends of the argument, show respect for the other person. 5. Stop blaming others: when you point your finger at a person, department, or other entity (competitors, government); remember that 3 fingers are pointing back at you. (In other words, no one is without...
by Deborah Leverett | Oct 1, 2014 | Blog, Uncategorized
Beware of your motives — both a life lived for personal agenda, title and position and a life lived for service to others produce collateral fruit. A life of true significance is at stake. A life of true greatness is not in your title or position but in your decision to set aside selfish agendas in order to take up an agenda of service. A life of significance springs from embracing service to others. A life that is worthwhile begins with leading yourself and committing to help others do what they cannot do for...
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