Editor’s Note

How to better manage your team? How to create an environment where everyone feels comfortable and motivated to contribute? How to create a diverse and inclusive work culture? As a leader, you face these challenges every day. The New Year is the best time to reevaluate your leadership goals and plan your roadmap to business success. In this edition of Leadership Excellence, we have handpicked a few articles that will offer you top leadership tips to focus on in The New Year.
 

Some 70% of the workforce in the United States hates their job, according to recent polls. That’s more than two out of three people on this morning’s crowded subway or in that endless sea of cars that jams the freeways into our business centers across the country. It doesn’t have to be this way. It’s a new year and now is the time to step up and lead! Read Dudley Slater’s article, 3 Ways To Inspire Your Team In 2019, for more insights.
 
If you’re like most good leaders, you’ve pondered both your accomplishments and shortcomings from 2018 and thought about how you can improve in the year ahead. As you think about 2019, consider formalizing such a review so you can start the new year with a bang. One way to approach this is to categorize your self-review into three areas. To know that and more, read Lisa Aldisert’s article, How Leaders Can Prepare For An Even Better 2019.
 
Becoming a great leader is a process, and a lifetime journey and never a one-time workshop. To know the nine skills to elevate your leadership in 2019, read Marlene Chism’s article.

You may want to think again before stepping into your leadership role in 2019 without intentionally packing and carrying your Possible Bag. Why? This bag carries everything you need to survive and thrive as a facilitator of human potential. Read Lauren E. Miller’s article, What's In YOUR Possible Bag For Leadership Excellence In 2019? for more insights.
 
We hope you enjoy reading all articles and look forward to hearing from you!
           
Last but not least, we believe that there is no better way to connect with people than by sharing your leadership story. If you have one, send it to us and don’t forget to mail us your feedback. Wishing you a great year ahead!
 
Happy Reading!
 

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