http://www.inspirioninc.com/rss_feed.xml Intergenerational Communication, Generational Differences, Executive Coaching, Generational Communication en-us http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=224 When we open our heart, allow ourselves to feel the impact ofanother's journey, we're taking a risk. Keeping ourselves closed off, separate and distracted is easy. Turning our attention to these distractions keep us from connectingwith others... our team, family, friends, business partners, andthe like. Opening up is not easy, but it's worth it. And, it's.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 19 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=224 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=223 ''Success is not the end-product of a great business; it'sa by-product of that company's inspiring vision andvalues.'' - Misti Burmeister This is why many leaders fail to create successful (and sustainable)company cultures. This is why managers fail to become leaders. Success is not the end-product of a great business; it's aby-product of that company's.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 18 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=223 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=219 "Imagine the difference it will make when our attention as leadersgoes back to serving our employees and, thus, our customers, with thegreatest care." - Misti Burmeister 'Tis the season to be giving! But as we gather with family andfriends for this ''most wonderful time of the year,''don't forget to thank the people who have served you throughout2012. The holidays.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 12 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=219 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=222 ''When it comes to leadership, caring is the key.'' - MistiBurmeister Leaders who command a following start by selling their passion. They understand the human condition - the desire to contribute,to feel appreciated and to have a sense of accomplishment. Whether they're working on creating the very best tea in theworld, providing the funniest entertainment, taking.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=222 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=221 "Lack of direction, not lack of time, is the problem. We all havetwenty-four hour days." - Zig Ziglar One of my greatest teachers, Zig Ziglar, passed away yesterdaymorning. He was 86. Thank you, Mr. Ziglar, for teaching me that having great friends haseverything to do with being a great friend. Thanks for showing me the value of preparation - to never think thatI`ve done this so many.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=221 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=220 ''Leaders who know their ''players'' well, and whohave a clear vision and strong values, will win the loyalty anddedication of their teams.'' - Misti Burmeister At a recent piano lesson, my teacher told me about the coach of herson's high-school football team. "I feel bad for them,''she said. ''They always lose." When I asked why theyweren't winning,.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 28 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=220 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=218 The only purpose of leadership is to model the excellence and thevalues we want to see reflected in our employees. It's not aboutbeing a manager - someone who manages processes or the customerexperience. It's about leaving people feeling inspired. It meansbecoming the model ... the one who shows the way. If a company's culture is built around envy, self-centerednessand.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=218 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=217 ''Enough little cascades of empowerment are all you need tocreate a Niagara Falls of inspiration, productivity andinnovation.'' - Misti Burmeister There are at least 40 working hours a week. If you commit toperforming a simple empowering action just three times each day, bythe end of the month, you`ll have created a cascade of ownership, teamwork, accountability and innovation... Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=217 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=216 ''Remember, in business, as in life, we reach many peaks. So,it's critical that we re-establish our visions once we'veaccomplished them.'' - Misti Burmeister My friend Stacey had been working with a new electronics company forabout six months when I asked her, ''What's the vision forthis product you're working on?'' ''We don't really.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=216 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=215 ''While others may want to help us, they have to first considerwhat's best for their businesses ... and so shouldwe.'' - Misti Burmeister Sheila was thrilled when a well-respected business leader in hercommunity asked to partner up on a project that would tap into herexpertise - and allow both of them to increase brand awarenessfor their businesses. The.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=215 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=214 ''The best morale exists when you never hear the word mentioned.When you hear a lot of talk about it, it`s usually lousy.'' -Dwight D. Eisenhower Most leaders want their team to remain engaged in their work,dedicated to the project, especially during challenging times. The problem is that most leaders would rather gouge their eyes outthan let their team know that funding is about.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 16 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=214 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=213 ''Leading a team requires that we stop needing to be the starand, instead, champion the success of our employees.'' -Misti Burmeister If you're in a leadership position, it's probably safe tosay that you know how to work hard and/or smart. After all, if youhadn't proven yourself, why would anyone have put you in charge? That said, there is a difference.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=213 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=209 "In the twenty-first century, it`s the individual man and womanpassionately in pursuit of their business dreams who will have apositive, transformative impact on everyone`s lives." ~John Assaraf,author of The Answer: Grow Any Business, Achieve Financial Freedom,and Live an Extraordinary Life. Over the past decade, I've interviewed hundreds of leaders fromtop organizations across.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 03 Oct 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=209 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=212 ''When those you lead give you warning signs, payattention.'' - Misti Burmeister Two weeks ago, my parents came to visit. While we were driving backto my place from the Lexington Market in Baltimore, my car'sstupid ''tire pressure low'' light came on again. I hadrefilled that tire three times in the past week, so how could itpossibly be low again? I had begrudgingly.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=212 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=206 "As a leader, are you willing to stubbornly demand the best out ofyour team? Or, are you wasting time babysitting?" - Misti Burmeister. While I certainly believe it is better to be loved than to be feared,the best leaders are those who care enough to be tough - whorefuse to settle for anything less than the best from their employees. This means getting stubborn about your expectations.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=206 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=211 ''Keep pursuing what you want only when doing so adds value toyour life and those around you.'' - Misti Burmeister While there's no shortage of wealthy people in the UnitedStates, there are very few whose beliefs and actions inspire me.Warren Buffett is one of them. So, when Kristina Bouweiri, my goodfriend and the CEO of Reston Limousine, gave me the priceless gift oftickets.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 12 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=211 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=210 ''We can only give to others that which we give to ourselves.When we put ourselves first and do what we love, we are able to betterserve others.'' - Misti Burmeister Selfishness often gets a bad rap. Yes, there are times when we arebetter served by acting in the interest of others, or when it issimply the right thing to do so. But when it comes to the mostimportant decisions a person.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Wed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=210 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=208 ''As leaders, most of us want to be authentic. Doing so has beenproven to increase loyalty, retention and productivity.'' -Misti Burmeister Over the past year, I've had many conversations with Chris, ayoung man who lives in my apartment building. Though we'vemostly discussed his issues with women, I recently saw him workingaway on his computer and got curious.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 21 Aug 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=208 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=207 "Motives are the #1 cause of failure - or success - inrelationships." - Misti Burmeister I recently met with two exceptionally successful businesswomen,hoping to get to know them and, perhaps, form mutually-beneficialrelationships. But both conversations left me feeling irritated andwondering how to get close to these seemingly inaccessible women. When I was introduced to Laura, author.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Thu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=207 http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=205 "When we`re clear about what taps into our stubbornness,what means somuch to us that it invokes the `failure-is-not-an-option` mentality,we can all push past perceived barriers and achieve what seemsimpossible." - Misti Burmeister When Cindy, a retired nurse, heard about Christopher - a dying,young boy with an ''impossible'' final wish - shestubbornly set out to make.. Misti Burmesiter, Author...Speaker...Executive Coach Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 EDT http://www.inspirioninc.com/article.php?post_id=205