It’s the time of year in the US when we all remember to give thanks for our many blessings. It’s a good practice. Yet, it seems to me that designating only one day a year to giving thanks is not enough given the power of gratitude!

According to Cicero, "Gratitude is not only the greatest of the virtues but the parent of all others." Multiple studies have shown the correlation between gratitude and increased wellbeing not only for the individual but for all people involved. At present there is an impressive body of research showing the benefits gratitude has for the health of our brain and heart, our level of happiness, the contribution to a positive work environment, and increased productivity. Find out how you can express more gratitude.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, LeadershipAda GonzalezNovember 14, 2024leaddershipComment

Halloween Lessons For Leaders

I usually encourage the leaders I work with to find leadership lessons from all their daily activities. Halloween makes me think about what leadership lessons can be gained from it. Here are a few I came up with. See if you can find others and share them with us.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, LeadershipAda GonzalezOctober 31, 2024leaddership, leadership development, leadership and management, HalloweenComment

How to lead a healthy workplace

Workers represent half the world’s population and are the major contributors to economic and social development. Their health is determined not only by workplace hazards but also by social and individual factors and access to health services.

Why should you find ways to promote a healthy workplace? Dr. Maria Neira says it succinctly in a very practical way: “The wealth of business depends on the health of workers.” (Director, Department of Public Health and Environment, World Health Organization). Find out how to lead a healthier workplace.

Words Have Power For Leadership

Nice words, ugly words, kind words, curse words, thankful words, sad words, positive words, negative words. . . What kind of words you use, said with what tone of voice, at what time, and how many of them. . . it all matters. Whether the environment of your business is productive and uplifting or negative and miserable depends, in great measure, on the words you use.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, Leadership, DialogueAda GonzalezSeptember 30, 2024leadership, communication, dialogueComment

Example And Inspiration: Indispensable For Leading Change

Your example and inspiration coaching are the most powerful tools for developing your people. See how at 16 years of age Dr. Ada learned how powerful a leading conversation can be.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, Leadership, ChangeAda GonzalezSeptember 5, 2024Comment

7 proven secrets for encouraging innovation

Innovation is not simple, but there are proven ways in which you can open spaces where being wrong is not a crime, creativity and opportunity can thrive, and where innovation happens as a result. Today I’m sharing with you seven proven secrets that can help you create such spaces.

Leadership, ChangeAda GonzalezMarch 8, 2024change, transformation, innovation, leaddershipComment

What's Labor Day Yo You?

Today is Labor Day in USA. What does Labor Day mean to you? For many it’s only the unofficial end of summer, the start of the school year and football season, or an extra day off to do stuff around the home and have an excuse for a picnic. What does it mean to you as a leader or as a worker?

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, LeadershipAda GonzalezSeptember 4, 2023Labor day, leaders, workers, choiceComment

Leading With Words: Harnessing the Impact of Conversations

Conversations are at the core of what leaders do. Thoughtful, constructive conversations around questions that matter are the heart of leadership--which makes possible the other business processes needed to create positive results.

Leadership, DialogueAda GonzalezJune 25, 2023Leadership, communication, leader conversations, conversationsComment

Conflict, Friend or Foe?

Conflict is inevitable and can even be healthy. It appears when competing or incompatible options exist. It does not necessarily imply hostility. It is not always a bad thing. In fact, it can also provide benefits.

Leadership, ConflictAda GonzalezMay 14, 2023Conflict, relationships, negative emotionsComment

Which is worse. . .?

Be careful in trying to prevent something you perceive as bad, not to end up with a worse deal!

Why goal setting doesn’t work

Goals don’t work for me. Why are you talking about goals again? It's part of my mini-series about change. But don't freak out! And don't go away! I’m not repeating the same old stuff you’ve already seen many times after the first week of this new year.

So, stay with me and things will become clear.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, Change, LeadershipAda GonzalezJanuary 16, 2023ChangeComment

Perfectionism Kills Action

Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. On the one hand, perfectionism can help you have high standards and to expect the best from others. On the other hand, perfectionism can be paralyzing.

On this blog with explore how getting rid of perfection and embracing action can help you move forward.

Leadership, ActionAda GonzalezSeptember 2, 2022#action, #perfectionism, #workComment

Time to take Action!

For the month of September, I have chosen the theme of Time to Take Action. Businesses and families are more active after the lazy Summer months. Most people want to do something before the year ends. Therefore, it’s a good time to think about taking action. As a bridge between last month's theme of Rest and Relaxation, for this week I want to focus on how and why Fast action starts slow!

LeadershipAda GonzalezAugust 26, 2022#action, #leadershipComment

Pause to eliminate fear

Sometimes people seem paralyzed. For example, they can’t make good decisions about moving forward. Whenever we talk about those situations and look deeper, the most frequent reason for that paralysis is fear. Most people don’t like to recognize their underlying fears, however, until they do, and find a way through the fear, it’s impossible to take action. Today’s blog is about the best antidote to fear.

LeadershipAda GonzalezAugust 7, 2022gratefulness, fear, happiness, peace, thanksgiving Comment

The Power of Pause

Mark National Relaxation Day (August 15), on your calendars! This day serves as a reminder to take it easy. Making time for relaxation is not only beneficial for mood but also has long-term benefits. Stress can cause many problems and common illnesses. Leaders who know how to relax have a better handle on their good mental, emotional and physical health.

Life can be very fast pace at times and we all need a day to celebrate like this one. So go ahead, you can let yourself have this day for yourself. You deserve it. Get rid of that hectic lifestyle and enjoy this day.

Dr. Ada Gonzalez, LeadershipAda GonzalezJuly 30, 2022leadership and management, relaxation, stressComment

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