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Podcast
Ep. 623 - The Day One Executive with April Armstrong
Every single person has the innate ability to become a good leader, and the only thing you have to do is tap this power deep within you.
January 30, 2023
Article
16 Ways Professionals Can Avoid Overcommitting Themselves
Forbes Coaches Council members share practical rules and strategies to prevent overcommitment and burnout.
August 2, 2022
Article
How A Better Decision Process Equals Better Decisions—And Higher Trust
A framework for choosing the right decision-making approach to build trust and improve outcomes using the ACDC model: Authoritative, Consultative, Delegative, and Consensus.
August 2, 2022
Article
14 Examples Where In-Person Communication Is Better Than Virtual At Work
Forbes Coaches Council members explore workplace scenarios where face-to-face communication delivers better outcomes than virtual interactions, from building trust to conflict resolution.
July 25, 2022
Article
How More Reserved Employees Can Make Their Voices Heard
Forbes Coaches Council members share practical strategies for introverted and quiet employees to overcome reluctance and effectively voice their valuable insights and ideas in the workplace.
July 22, 2022
Article
16 Ways For Leaders To Create A Psychologically Safe Workplace
Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies for building workplace cultures where employees feel safe to express themselves, share ideas, and be their authentic selves.
July 8, 2022
Article
15 Smart Ways For Junior Employees To Influence Change In Their Organizations
Forbes Coaches Council members provide strategic advice for newer employees to effectively influence organizational change, from building credibility to finding the right allies and framing ideas effectively.
May 23, 2022
Article
16 Common Ways Managers Inadvertently Alienate Employees
Forbes Coaches Council members identify frequent management behaviors that unintentionally create distance and disengagement, from failing to acknowledge high performers to micromanaging and lacking consistent appreciation.
May 23, 2022
Article
14 Ways To Build Manager-Employee Relationships Based On Mutual Trust
Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies for developing strong, trusting relationships between managers and employees through transparency, consistency, and authentic leadership practices.
April 20, 2022
Article
16 Mental Tricks To Step Out Of Your Comfort Zone
Forbes Coaches Council members share psychological strategies and mental exercises to help individuals overcome fear and expand their boundaries, from visualization techniques to reframing comfort zones.
April 12, 2022
Article
How To Provide Guidance Without Micromanaging
Training Industry article exploring effective leadership strategies for providing support and guidance to team members while maintaining autonomy and avoiding micromanagement behaviors.
January 1, 2022
Article
12 Effective Ways For Managers To Get Employees Re-Engaged
Practical tactics from Forbes Coaches Council to help managers reignite employee engagement.
November 2, 2021
Article
11 Things To Consider When Vetting Potential Coaches For Executive Development
Forbes Coaches Council members provide guidance on evaluating and selecting executive coaches, covering key factors such as credentials, experience, approach, and cultural fit for effective leadership development.
October 29, 2021
Article
Being Asked To Take On Too Much At Work: 16 Diplomatic Ways To Push Back
Forbes Coaches Council members share diplomatic strategies for setting boundaries and managing workload, from offering alternative solutions to transparent communication about priorities and capacity.
October 26, 2021
Article
12 Tips To Help A Workplace Bully Change Their Ways
Forbes Coaches Council members provide strategies for addressing workplace bullying behavior, from increasing awareness through feedback to removing reward systems that perpetuate negative interactions.
May 28, 2021
Article
11 Ways Junior Employees Can Effect Change In Their Organizations
Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies for newer employees to gain influence and make their voices heard, from building personal brands to finding small ways to contribute and add value to senior leaders.
May 21, 2021
Article
11 Smart Ways For CEOs To Handle Reports Of Bullying
Forbes Coaches Council members provide guidance for chief executives on addressing workplace bullying reports, from investigating and documenting incidents to implementing zero-tolerance policies and 360-degree assessments.
April 16, 2021
Article
15 Effective And Tactful Ways To Challenge The Boss's Idea
Forbes Coaches Council members share strategies for respectfully offering differing opinions to leaders, from asking powerful questions to building on ideas and using inclusive language to foster productive dialogue.
January 12, 2021
Article
How To Negotiate Successfully: 14 Tips From Coaching Professionals
Forbes Coaches Council members provide negotiation strategies for professionals, covering preparation, confidence building, understanding the other party's needs, and learning to tolerate discomfort for better outcomes.
January 11, 2021
Video
April Armstrong on CBS-Sacramento
A featured YouTube video from April Armstrong discussing executive leadership and professional development strategies.
January 1, 2021
Video
April Armstrong on NBC-New Mexico
A featured YouTube video from April Armstrong discussing executive leadership and professional development strategies.
January 1, 2021
Video
April Armstrong on NBC-Louisiana
A featured YouTube video from April Armstrong discussing executive leadership and professional development strategies.
January 1, 2021
56 min
Podcast
Leading Change During a Crisis — April Armstrong
Leading complex changes – especially during a crisis – requires leaders to be master balancers in that they have to manage both the human aspects of change.
May 12, 2020
Article
Eight Perspectives Every Executive Needs To Make Sound Decisions In A Crisis
A practical framework of eight perspectives leaders should convene to make timely, sound decisions in a crisis.
May 6, 2020
56 min
Podcast
April Armstrong - You Don’t Have to Have Your Own Business to Be an Entrepreneur
Have you ever thought about being your own boss and maybe you’re reluctant to leap? What if you could have your cake and eat it too?
November 26, 2019
4:15
Video
April Armstrong on CW-Chicago
April Armstrong shares holiday tips to help you advance your career in the new year.
June 20, 2019
3:13
Video
April Armstrong on NBC-New Mexico
April Armstrong shares 5 tips to make a new start with ease.
October 11, 2018
3:51
Video
April Armstrong on FOX News-Virginia
More than 30% of Americans are not happy in their jobs. This doesn't have to be you. April Armstrong gives tips to change it up in your job.
September 15, 2018
Article
The Coaching Corner Blog - September 2016
Justice Coaching Center blog post featuring insights and strategies for effective coaching and leadership development from September 2016.
September 1, 2016
