By: Donna Highfill
26. Feb, 2010
Reviewing the importance of moving people by emotionally connecting followed with information that helps them understand the “what.”
[...] Like everything in life, there is a needed balance between the Rider and the Elephant. For example, if you have a Rider and no Elephant, you have direction but no motivation. On the flipside, the Elephant without the Rider means you have passion without direction. In a recent blog on http://www.highfillperformancegroup.com, I discuss this very concept (watch the video Head – Heart = Confusion). [...]
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As a leader, do you implement change only to watch the projects, processes and initiatives stall because you can't get the people driving them to change? In my new book Real People, Real Change: Stories of a Change Warrior in the Business World I share real stories to illustrate how leaders can move people to action.
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Donna, I have always admired your ability to take theory and place it into practical everyday application. Your examples meet today’s issues and connect with your audience. Alway inspiring and such a great role model for us! thanks.
Kevin: Thank you! It’s always great to hear from you, and I think I’ve always had to use examples because otherwise my comments didn’t make sense to people
. That’s why I believe in story . . .
Please pass along news of this site to others – I really want this to be as valuable to others as possible, and I think sharing more than my opinion is going to be critical. If you ever want to guest blog, just let me know!
Donna