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Leadership Turn

December 14th, 2006

New Things Happening at Leadership Turn

Leadership Turn is going through some growing pains.  It’s been tough on this side of things.  We needed to take a break, make some changes, and get re-focused.  Now we’re back, and ready to get down to business, so you’ll start to see more regular, focused posts about developing your leadership skills.
So here’s what changed […]

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November 26th, 2006

How to Get Great Casual Business Photographs

With the advancing technology of digital cameras and photo editing software, you may have a friend or associate who can step up and take a publicity photo for you.   However, unless your friend has professional equipment and a trained eye, it is unlikely that the photo will rival the quality of a studio portrait. 
If you […]

By Mary Jo Manzanares -- 1 comment

November 23rd, 2006

Happy Thanksgiving from Leadership Turn

A very happy Thanksgiving to all our American readers.
I’ve been enjoying this holiday week and a little vacation time.  It’s the time of year that I reflect on where I am in my life and career, and make plans about where I want to be. 
Check back for the final article on getting the right publicity […]

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November 17th, 2006

7 Photos NOT Suitable for Your Publicity Shot

While a studio portrait is not a strict requirement, there are some photo choices that will just NOT do.
It is better to go without a photo, than to use any of the following:

Your high school or college yearbook photo
Your wedding photo, with spouse cropped out
A family reunion photo, with other family members cropped out
Security or ID […]

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November 16th, 2006

Leadership Thought for Thursday, Nobember 16th

As you go along your road in life, you will, if you aim high enough, also meet resistance. . . but no matter how rough the opposition may seeem, have courage still and persevere.
– Madeleine Albright
 
 
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November 14th, 2006

It’s Time to Get Your Publicity Photo

The phone rings.
It’s your human resource office telling you that they need a headshot, and could you get it them ASAP. 
Now what do you do?
If you are already an accomplished senior executive, you probably have a current head shot, and you’ll just ask the human resource department what they need it for and in what format.  […]

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November 10th, 2006

Develop an Attitude for Success

How we deal with misfortune can make the difference between defeat and victory in our lives.
We’ve all heard stories about Thomas Edison.  He went through thousands of unsuccessful attempts before coming up with the filament light bulb.  When his factory was virtually destroyed by fire, he simply remarked that the disaster provided him with new opportunities to […]

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November 9th, 2006

Leadership Thought for Thursday, November 9th

Far away in the sunshine are my highest aspirations.  I may not reach them, but I can look and see the beauty, believe in them and try to follow where they lead.
– Louisa May Alcott
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November 6th, 2006

Come on up to the Podium

As you promote within your company, you will find increased opportunity to be visible, both within your workplace and without.  One way that you may be asked to represent the company is by speaking at an event, organize a conference, or participate in a public forum.
These are wonderful opportunities for both personal and professional growth.  […]

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November 2nd, 2006

Leadership Thought for Thursday, November 2nd

Daring ideas are like chessmen moved forward.  They may be beaten, but they may start a winning game.
 
 
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