Leadership Foundry by Xator Corporation

Leadership Foundry by Xator Corporation We help your professionals through CHANGE, DECISION MAKING, CONFLICT STYLES, + more! Maximizing and leveraging the diverse gifts of your great teams

The Leadership Foundry (LF) is one of seven business units at Xator Corporation. Started in 2006, the LF has grown, delivering seminars of its highly sought-after Leadership Challenge Program (LCP) seminar series, which focuses on both leadership and diversity. Helping your leaders work through change, conflict, and more. We have worked with over 25,000 participants worldwide.

There may be good reasons to return to your former employer, especially if you can change or upgrade several factors.htt...
01/21/2022

There may be good reasons to return to your former employer, especially if you can change or upgrade several factors.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90703362/this-is-how-to-decide-if-returning-to-a-former-employer-is-the-right-choice?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner&cid=eem524:524:s00:12/10/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/10/2021_fc

There may be good reasons to return to your former employer, especially if you can change or upgrade several factors.

01/20/2022
Instead of relying on exit interviews for potentially illuminating information, business owners are connecting with thei...
01/20/2022

Instead of relying on exit interviews for potentially illuminating information, business owners are connecting with their employees before they're already out the door.
https://www.inc.com/rebecca-deczynski/great-resignation-quitting-stay-interviews.html

Instead of relying on exit interviews for potentially illuminating information, business owners are connecting with their employees before they're already out the door.

Here are more pictures from our experience with the FL ANG in Orlando last week. Thanks to all the participants for thei...
01/18/2022

Here are more pictures from our experience with the FL ANG in Orlando last week. Thanks to all the participants for their time and energy! Special thanks to Cyril Traeye, the FLNG SEEM, for his help in organizing the program and working with Danny Doucette, David Chancellor, Dan Quinn, Angela Shank and Monica Mancuso to make it a success.

The rule of resilience is an emotionally intelligent way to deal with pressure, overcome challenges, and save your menta...
01/18/2022

The rule of resilience is an emotionally intelligent way to deal with pressure, overcome challenges, and save your mental health.
https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/mental-health-what-is-resilience-rule-of-resilience-how-to-overcome-challenges-how-to-deal-with-pressure-emotional-intelligence.html?cid=nl029week50day13_3&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=13122021

The rule of resilience is an emotionally intelligent way to deal with pressure, overcome challenges, and save your mental health.

Want to manage your time more effectively, avoid burnout, and save your mental health? Start setting boundaries.    http...
01/17/2022

Want to manage your time more effectively, avoid burnout, and save your mental health? Start setting boundaries.
https://www.inc.com/justin-bariso/emotional-intelligence-time-management-how-to-set-boundaries-how-to-avoid-burnout-mental-health-how-to-say-no.html?cid=nl029week49day09_1&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=09122021

Want to manage your time more effectively, avoid burnout, and save your mental health? Start setting boundaries.

It’s easy to spend your life with people who think like you. Yet hanging out with like-minded people is the opposite of ...
01/14/2022

It’s easy to spend your life with people who think like you. Yet hanging out with like-minded people is the opposite of open-mindedness.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90628936/4-emotionally-intelligent-ways-to-accept-people-who-dont-share-your-values?cid=eem524:524:s00:12/19/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/19/2021_fc

It’s easy to spend your life with people who think like you. Yet hanging out with like-minded people is the opposite of open-mindedness.

An interesting editorial on the new 5 senses workers need when working remotely.    https://www.fastcompany.com/90703919...
01/14/2022

An interesting editorial on the new 5 senses workers need when working remotely.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90703919/5-senses-remote-leaders-must-rely-on?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner&cid=eem524:524:s00:12/20/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/20/2021_fc

The CEO of Skillsoft used to manage by walking around. Now, with remote teams, he’s had to develop new senses to supplement what he used to see and hear in the physical workplace.

We are so excited to be back in the classroom this week! Thank you to the Florida National Guard for their time and ener...
01/13/2022

We are so excited to be back in the classroom this week! Thank you to the Florida National Guard for their time and energy as we facilitate the LCP-I and LCP-II programs. Special thanks to Cyril Traeye, the FLNG SEEM, for his help in organizing the program and working with Danny Doucette, David Chancellor, Dan Quinn and Angela Shank to make it a success.

When faced with uncertainty, we are hardwired to respond defensively and inflexibly. We need EI to push past those outda...
01/12/2022

When faced with uncertainty, we are hardwired to respond defensively and inflexibly. We need EI to push past those outdated survival instincts, this psychologist says.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90694634/your-old-gut-instincts-may-be-failing-you-emotional-intelligence-wont?cid=eem524:524:s00:12/19/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/19/2021_fc

When faced with uncertainty, we are hardwired to respond defensively and inflexibly. We need EI to push past those outdated survival instincts, this psychologist says.

The slow work movement places an emphasis on actions that promote mindfulness, creativity, and a balanced working enviro...
01/11/2022

The slow work movement places an emphasis on actions that promote mindfulness, creativity, and a balanced working environment.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90707471/5-benefits-to-embracing-slow-work?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner&cid=eem524:524:s00:12/23/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/23/2021_fc

The slow work movement places an emphasis on actions that promote mindfulness, creativity, and a balanced working environment.

Conflict appears in many forms, but we seldom are prepared to deal with it. Fortunately, this 3-step rule defuses tense ...
01/10/2022

Conflict appears in many forms, but we seldom are prepared to deal with it. Fortunately, this 3-step rule defuses tense situations and facilitates constructive resolution.
https://www.inc.com/jeff-steen/use-this-sas-rule-to-quickly-diffuse-conflict-amp-end-arguments.html?cid=nl029week51day22_4&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=22122021

Conflict appears in many forms, but we seldom are prepared to deal with it. Fortunately, this 3-step rule defuses tense situations and facilitates constructive resolution.

Hubert Joly, who revived Best Buy when challenged by e-commerce giant Amazon, says you can make your employees happy whi...
01/07/2022

Hubert Joly, who revived Best Buy when challenged by e-commerce giant Amazon, says you can make your employees happy while still delivering results.
https://www.inc.com/fran-velasquez/best-buy-hubert-joly-best-leaders-leadership-principles.html?cid=nl029week49day10_3&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=10122021

Hubert Joly, who revived Best Buy when challenged by e-commerce giant Amazon, says you can make your employees happy while still delivering results.

The hardest thing for a leader to do is to admit that they might be the thing that is preventing the organization they a...
01/06/2022

The hardest thing for a leader to do is to admit that they might be the thing that is preventing the organization they are responsible for from growing or innovating or rising to whatever challenge it faces.
https://www.inc.com/jason-aten/disneys-former-ceo-bob-iger-just-explained-reason-he-resigned-its-best-example-of-emotional-intelligence-ive-seen-yet.html?cid=nl029week51day22_3&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Inc%20Must%20Reads&position=1&partner=newsletter&campaign_date=22122021

"I started listening less," Iger said of his leadership style. It was a sign it was time to leave.

Leadership consultant Kelly D. Parker says that nice people take great care to manage their reputation, especially in fr...
01/03/2022

Leadership consultant Kelly D. Parker says that nice people take great care to manage their reputation, especially in front of others they deem important. Their actions and behaviors are performative. Here’s how to be a more authentic leader.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90703936/3-reasons-to-stop-being-nice-at-work?partner=feedburner&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=feedburner+fastcompany&utm_content=feedburner&cid=eem524:524:s00:12/21/2021_fc&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=Compass&utm_campaign=eem524:524:s00:12/21/2021_fc

Leadership consultant Kelly D. Parker says that nice people take great care to manage their reputation, especially in front of others they deem important. Their actions and behaviors are performative. Here’s how to be a more authentic leader.

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The Leadership Foundry (LF) is one of seven business units at Xator Corporation. Started in 2006, the LF has grown, delivering seminars of its highly sought-after Leadership Challenge Program (LCP) seminar series, which focuses on both leadership and diversity. Helping your leaders work through change, conflict, and more. We have worked with over 45,000 participants worldwide.

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Check out the Fall 2020 edition of the 4th Estate DACM's Newsletter!

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Once more, we look forward to welcoming the following mentor leaders from across DoD and industry to meet with 60+ mentees during today's final "speed networking" event, part of the 4th Estate DACM's ongoing "Leaders Building Leaders" virtual training event held throughout August!

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This year, we've rounded up a diverse group of SES members, distinguished DoD Leaders, and Industry Partners to participate in various events throughout the month-long "Leaders Building Leaders: Great By Choice" virtual event that kicks off on 3 August. We are pleased to announce that both Ms. Stacy Cummings and Ms. Lois Daniels Harper will be guest speakers for this event. Want to learn more about them? Check out this video from last year's Women in Acquisition Leadership series:

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