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I Don’t Necessarily Want to Be Nice, but I ALWAYS Want to Be Kind.
I don't necessarily want to be nice, but I always want to be kind. In fact, I want kindness to mark my life and my leadership; it’s what...
Kristie Polk
Nov 13, 20211 min read
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If We're Careful, We Can Build People Up
Imagine, at work, a colleague asks, "Have you seen Jane - she's not at her desk?" Assuming you're busy with your own work & truly don't...
Kristie Polk
Nov 12, 20211 min read
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The Way Matters
Sometimes we get so focused on a decision that other important elements fade from our view. It’s important to remember that the way we...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20211 min read
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When We Judge Others We're Judging Ourselves
I’ve been thinking a lot about judgment lately… The human ability to judge enables us to make clear decisions, allows for creative...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20212 min read
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10 Signs of a Passive-Aggressive Leader
Direct communication can be terrifying for a passive-aggressive person. Many times, they confuse being assertive as aggressive and opt...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20211 min read
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"And" Versus "Or"; What's Your Worldview
What worldview are you living out? What is your belief around scarcity? Does a win for someone else imply a loss for you? Stephen Covey,...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20211 min read
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"Normalize"
I keep reading posts where people are asking to normalize this or that. The term “normalize” can be used in different ways: to return to...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20212 min read
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Negative Thoughts Can Lead to Mental Illness
The way we think is directly linked to how we feel, what we believe, and how we act. Your brain is always listening and it has to believe...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20211 min read
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"You Make Me So Mad"
Blaming another person for your own emotions, or taking responsibility for someone else’s is irrational. Science tells us that our own...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20212 min read
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Leaders Recognize and Respond to Bids
Relationships can be fragile. This is true cross various types of relationships: between children and parents, between couples, and even...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20212 min read
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Leaders Are Responsible
The idea of being held responsible can be intimidating. After all, no one wants to be blamed for something, but strong, smart leaders see...
Kristie Polk
Nov 11, 20211 min read
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