Leaders as "Actors" -- Not really...

Are You a Great Leader? Only If You're a Great Actor | LinkedIn by 

Jeff Haden

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Jeff is correct that the best leaders to promote their organizations and inspire others have dynamic oratory skills.  However, we don't see this as acting and you cannot train everyone to be good at these skill sets.  If you must act, you won't be good at it.  What Jeff describes as "acting" are actual Character traits (we measure) of high Sociability including charm, charisma, attention seeking (and comfort), and story telling.  If one has these leader traits, they will have natural selling skills and typically gifted at connecting with others and captivating their interest.  

Where CDR differs -- is that a leader with such innate skills or gifts is not an actor -- this leader is authentic.   Trying to teach people who score low on Sociability, Exhibitionist, and Entertaining, Presentation Confidence scales/subscales to be a great speaker, story teller, charming and charismatic is like spitting in the wind.    Don't spit in the wind - it's messy.

Learn more about our Authentic Leadership coaching and workshops to bring out your best capabilities and "acting" skills.



Nancy Parsons
nparsons@cdrassessmentgroup.com



For Jeff's article post, go to:   http://www.linkedin.com/today/post/article/20130124145256-20017018-are-you-a-great-leader-only-if-you-re-a-great-actor

CDR COACHES' CERTIFICATION WORKSHOP                        FEB 27 & 28

CDR Coaches' Certification scheduled for February 27 & 28 in Tulsa, Oklahoma.  Increase your coaching and talent development capabilities and toolbox by gaining new skills to improve your practice and client results.  Internal and external coaches are welcomed to join us.  Be sure to enroll early to schedule your own coaching feedback session right away!

Certification includes:

1) Pre-work -- participants take the CDR 3-D Suite (includes CDR Character,  Leader Risks, and Drivers & Rewards Assessments) and have their own confidential coaching feedback session prior to the workshop (this is a 2.5 hour session)

2) Attend two-day workshop.  Session includes manuals, case studies, and experiential learning with two instructors.  Breakfast and lunch provided each day.

3) Post workshop -- participants are provided with a complimentary CDR 3-D Suite to use with their initial practice session.  Prior to the session, participants review their plans for coaching with an instructor.

Optional:  Monitoring of the initial coaching session is available for enhanced learning and feedback from instructor.

Benefits:

• Reseller Discounts Available
• Opportunity to be considered to serve as executive coach on CDR projects for independent consultants - monitoring session is required of potential CDR Coaches.
• Promotional package available to help coaches' market their services using CDR Assessments.
• 90 Days of telephone support at no charge for questions, brainstorming and review.*

Fee for Certification:  $3500

For more information, contact dedwards@cdrassessmentgroup.com or call 918.488.0722.

*some limitations apply.

Are your budgets tight this year?   Stay tuned -- CDR will be announcing a sale later this week on the CDR 3-D Suite and on the 360 Leader Scan through March 31, 2013.

Selection Screening Workshop using CDR Assessments is scheduled for January 22 & 23 in Tulsa.

If you have ever suffered through a bad hire -- this workshop is for you!  By incorporating CDR Assessments into your hiring and promotional processes -- you can avoid making common mistakes and find the "best fit" candidates for your jobs.  Here are some client benefits from using our tools:

• Reduced turnover by more than 50%
• Accident rate reduction of 75%
• Improved production from 54% to 97%
• Decrease in lost time for injuries of 20% and a decrease in the cost per claim of 57% 

Participants will learn how to gain a clearer understanding of identifying key job requirements, learn how to interpret assessment results, understand the elements of a more effective and cost efficient hiring process, and will be provided with a wealth of interview questions based on specific assessment results.  

Contact Janice Greco at 918-488-0722 or jgreco@cdrassessmentgroup.com to register.   This workshop is a real deal at only $600 -- so be sure to register now!  One hiring mistake can cost companies two to three times the annual salary -- so don't miss this opportunity to improve your ROI on your hiring decisions.

In memory and tribute to a great American leader:

"Leadership is a combination of strategy and character.  If you must be without one, be without the strategy."

                                                              General Schwarzkopf

CDR Kicks Off the New Year with Selection Screening and Coaches' Certification Workshops  1644 S. Denver Avenue Tulsa, OK 74119 918-488-0722 Executive Coaching Feedback Certification Using CDR's 3-D Suite    January 8 - 9, 2013 - Tulsa, OK Participants will learn how to interpret CDR's proprietary assessment tools and apply the knowledge gained during practice coaching feedback sessions with "real life" case studies/profiles.  Internal and external coaches learn how to provide the most insightful, accurate and productive feedback for leader clients.  Providing feedback with CDR's 3-D Suite™ which measures a leader's character, drivers and risk factors.  Once certified, coaches can enable leaders to fast forward the process and move into productive developmental and performance paths immediately.  Prerequisite - Complete CDR 3-D Suite™ and receive one-to-one coaching feedback session (2.5 hours) with assessment results prior to the workshop Two-day workshop, training manuals, actual case studies Post-workshop review and complimentary practice Suite  To register contact: ask@cdr-u.com Consultants & HR Specialists Selection Screening Using CDR Assessments January 10 - 11, 2013 - TULSA, OK Participants will learn how to interpret CDR's proprietary tools to enhance employee selection and promotional decisions.   Key takeaways will include: orientation to personality and motivational assessments for selection screening, basics of job analysis, designs of effective screening processes, enhancing interviews based on CDR results, understanding best-fit job candidates, interpreting results, EEO/diversity implications, and more. Who should attend: HR Managers, Staffing Managers, Talent Management Leaders Executive Coaches/Consultants Employment Recruiters concerned with true fitness of recruits To register contact: ask@cdr-u.com   In the fast-paced, competitive business environment, our goal is to provide individuals with the tools necessary to maximize their professional potential through a creative and thought-provoking experience.  Our coaching focuses on rapid results, shaving up to two years off the development cycle.  You won't get sugar-coated feedback sessions from our coaches, rather an eye-opening experience.   At CDR Assessment Group, our clients are taken beyond their comfort zones to become more effective and productive leaders.  How are you preparing for the next level of success?    Your Friends at  CDR Assessment Group

Dawn Edwards Leads CDR Marketing Department

CDR Assessment Group Leadership Development and Talent Management Firm Announces Dawn Edwards as Director of Marketing & Public Relations

Marketing director to develop CDR Assessment Group brand and promote executive development services

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Dawn Edwards, Director of Marketing and PR

I am excited to work with their wide range of global clients who have described their experiences as transformative.

Tulsa, OK (PRWEB) September 19, 2012

CDR Assessment Group, Inc is pleased to announce Dawn Edwards as Director of Marketing and PR. Edwards has over 15 years of experience and began her career with some of the most recognized companies in media, such as Deutch Inc. and Condé Nast Publications in New York City. After being groomed by industry leaders, she made her way to New Orleans, LA providing marketing services to notable non-profits in the area.

Most recently she served as Executive Director for Girls on the Run of New Orleans, a youth development program that combines healthy life skills, self-empowerment and exercise for girls ages 8-13 years. Edwards procured sponsorship with Coca-Cola Company helping to fund the bi-annual 5K as well as other programs in underserved communities. As Marketing Director for French Quarter Festivals, Inc., she helped organize the largest free festival in the South with 18 stages of music, local food and over 500,000 attendees. Edwards has implemented successful marketing plans and developed strong relationships with local and international media throughout her career. Some of Edwards achievements include media placement with Good Morning America, Ellen Degeneres Show, Southern Living, and The Today Show on NBC. Edwards has a Bachelor of Arts in English from the University of Oklahoma.

Edwards will continue to build the CDR brand of unmatched assessment products, leadership development and talent management services. Additionally, she will lead efforts to launch a variety of new services within the year. “I am thrilled to be joining the team at CDR Assessment Group at a time when they are revolutionizing the practice of leadership and executive development field. I am excited to work with their wide range of global clients who have described their experiences as transformative. I can’t think of a better way to strengthen my own career talents than being part of the dynamic group of leadership professionals at CDR.”

CDR Assessment Group, Inc. provides break-through assessments and accelerates performance results with their coaching and consulting approach with global clients in all sectors. CDR Executive Coaches, trainers, consultants, instructional designers, and scientific research team are among the best in the world. CDR is a nationally certified women owned business (WBENC and SBA WOSB) and is certified as a federally recognized HubZone entity.

For more information, call 918-488-0722 or visit us online, http://www.cdrassessmentgroup.com

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