Posts Tagged ‘leadership’

Are You a Sheep? 8 Characteristics That Sheep (Not Leaders) Exhibit

Posted on March 12th, 2012, by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D.

As a leader, do you want to be considered a lion – or a sheep? I think I know the answer, but in case you need any additional encouragement, consider these characteristics of sheep: 1. Timid, fearful, easily panicked Hmm…are these words that you want to be used to describe you? Timidity in the face [...]

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6 Characteristics of the Lion to Consider for Your Own Leadership

Posted on February 10th, 2012, by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D.

As a leader, there are certain qualities and characteristics of lions that you might find useful to consider – for yourself and your “pride.” Let us just take a few minutes to explore these and as with all metaphors, we aren’t going to beat this one to death. 1. Protective You don’t have to watch [...]

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The Inner Edge – Build Personal Leadership

Posted on March 7th, 2010, by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D.

Jay, Joelle. The Inner Edge: The 10 Practices of Personal Leadership This may be my favorite book of 2009 – and on into 2010.  WOW!  Dr. Joelle Jay is a master coach who has worked with executives around the country.  The insights and wisdom she has provides in this book, along with the tools available [...]

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Ask for It

Posted on February 6th, 2010, by Meggin McIntosh, Ph.D.

I highly recommend this book:  Ask for It: How Women Can Use the Power of Negotiation to Get What They Really Want.  It’s a must-read for all women, not just women in academia.  Order it today (and then get your friends to read it, too).  Wish I’d had it to read 25 years ago.  Let’s just say [...]

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