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Types Of Understanding As A Leader
To Succeed as a Leader, you must have Understanding. But what does that mean? If you look at a dictionary it will say something to the effect of "Having Comprehension", but of What?
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
THE HIMBA PEOPLE
The Himba people are indigenous, semi-nomadic people who mostly reside in the Kunene Region of northern Namibia. The tribe has an estimated population of around 50,000 and mostly subsists on livestock farming, particularly breeding sheep and goats, though they also grow crops like millet and maize. These herders live very simple lives, far different from the modern lifestyles of those who live in urban cities. The tribe is comprised of smaller family communities, and members of these family villages dwell in circular wooden huts that were built to surround an “okuruwo”—a sacred fire the Himba people believe allows them to connect with the spirits of their ancestors. These homesteads also have specially built enclosures they refer to as “kraal,” in which they rear their cattle.
By Richchik Bardhanabout a year ago in Journal
The Greatest Gift When Facing Opposition. Top Story - August 2024.
If your Goal is to Grow as a Leader, there is something you will be Faced with at one point or another. Opposition.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
The Essential Elements of Effective Branding You Need to Know
The Essential Elements of Effective Branding You Need to Know A brand is an organization's collective identity and reputation that has been developed over time, whereas a product is a tangible good or service that is sold. Let's use an example to better grasp it. We are all undoubtedly familiar with the well-known smartphone brand Apple. Apple's distinctive brand identity helps it stand out from its rivals. It has established a reputation as a tech business that prioritizes user experience, elegant design, and innovation. Its products include the MacBook, Apple AirPods, iPhone, and more. All of these are tangible goods that customers can buy and use. Thus, a product is an actual thing that can be bought or sold, and a brand is something that develops over time.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Journal
Comfort Zone Catastrophe: The Impact on Mental Health and Personal Growth
Comfort Zone Catastrophe: The Impact on Mental Health and Personal Growth Choosing comfort over discomfort can lead to unhealthy habits and ultimately contribute to feelings of depression. I am grateful that I have embraced stepping out of my comfort zone and challenging myself. It is common for people to stick to routines and avoid challenges, but I have learned the importance of pushing myself to grow. It is human nature to gravitate towards what is easy, whether it be sticking to familiar habits, maintaining a stagnant job or business, indulging in unhealthy eating habits, or spending excessive time on social media. Criticizing others is also a simple and common behaviour. This is all about remaining within your familiar and safe space.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Journal
Should Businesses Keep Ghost Jobs?
Have you ever Applied for a Job and then Never Heard Back? Did you put in an hour of Work, completely Repetitive and Excruciating (A Rant for Another Time Perhaps), only for Nothing To Occur?
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
How Unproductive Is The Workforce?
Leaders have been Struggling to get their Workforces to become more Productive for years. But is it really "that" Bad?
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
Never carry garbage with you.
Seeing such a comic☝️ A man with a sorrowful expression was walking down the street, carrying several bags, completely oblivious to the strange looks from passersby.
By Eliot Darkabout a year ago in Journal
Are You A Functionally Illiterate Leader?
I heard two quotes today that struck me as very interesting. The first comes from James Mattis. "If you haven't read hundreds of books, you're functionally illiterate."
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
Travel improves our lives in endless ways, offering potential open doors for self-awareness, experience, and social trade. From the peaceful scenes of the Swiss Alps to the clamoring roads of Tokyo, every objective presents an interesting arrangement of encounters and stories.
Investigating Different Societies One of the most convincing motivations to head out is the valuable chance to drench oneself in various societies. Every objective gives a special arrangement of customs, customs, and lifestyles that can offer important bits of knowledge into human variety. For example, taking part in a conventional Japanese tea service can enlighten the nuances of Japanese behavior and the significance of care. Essentially, visiting the old remains of Machu Picchu can give a more profound comprehension of Incan civilization, displaying their high level designing abilities and otherworldly convictions. By cooperating with neighborhood individuals, partaking in conventional celebrations, and testing local food, voyagers gain a more extravagant, more nuanced comprehension of the world.
By CHY Cloudabout a year ago in Journal
Why We Are Failing To Create Leaders
There is No Denying the Truth. We have a Leadership Deficit in Today's World. There has been an Outcry from Employees, Businesses, Teams, and Organizations for New Leaders to Create the Future for Decades.
By Dr. Cody Dakota Wooten, DFM, DHM, DAS (hc)about a year ago in Journal
Manu Bhaker - the beacon of hope for women in the gendered narrative of Indian sports
Manu Bhaker - the beacon of hope for women in the gendered narrative of Indian sports When a woman empowers herself in the endeavours of what she is excellent at, the ripple effect of her success serves as a beacon of hope and inspiration to millions of other women who aspire to accomplish their dreams. The road to success in sports for a woman in India is filled with narratives of disparity, prejudice, harassment and societal shunning. While many fall prey to injustice in their odyssey towards their goals, I find ecstasy and bliss in celebrating Manu Bhaker’s journey to secure a bronze medal in the Olympics. In this article, I examine the current status of Indian women in sports through the lens of the legendary victory of Manu Bhaker.
By Hridya Sharmaabout a year ago in Journal