This article recaps critical skills and traits valuable for both consultants and court leaders
Swim On, Judge Roll, Swim On – A lesson in living a balanced life.
Guest blogger Lance Wilson shares a chapter from his "Dashboard Bagels" book: Swim On, John uses the inspiring story of Judge John Roll and how his dedication to personal well being shows that we all can make time for ourselves, too.
Coping With Coronavirus on a Personal Level — Mental Health Wellness Tips
As the global coronavirus epidemic unfolds, we need to not only take care of others, but also ourselves. Here are valuable mental wellness tips we all should follow.
Listening is the Key to Effective Communication
Effective verbal communication is critical to the success of every leader. The most important part is listening, far more than speaking. This post outlines how listening is the key.
Workplace Civility and Leadership
Workplace Civility and Leadership -- treating each other with respect and a positive approach goes a long way to creating the kind of workplace we all should strive for.
A Court Leadership Question For You…
According to an internet search, about 45% of people make New Year’s Resolutions. And according to Forbes, only 8% of people achieve them. My new year’s resolutions often include: remembering time for personal learning and growth, seeking to be a better manager of time, or trying harder to being open and responsive to new ideas. … Continue reading A Court Leadership Question For You…
A Court Leadership Question for You…
How Do You Effectively Manage Critical or Negative Feedback? Weigh In with Your Tips and Lessons! This question has to do with how we as court leaders respond to less than positive information about our performance. Norman Meyer has written about “Breaking Through Verbal Communication Deadlocks” (see the October 2, 2018 posting on http://www.courtleader.net .In … Continue reading A Court Leadership Question for You…
A Few More Thoughts About Mentoring
Mentoring can be great. Here are a few tips on how to find a good mentor, as well as avoiding the mistake of establishing a mento:mentee relationship in the same organizational unit.
Legendary Leadership Advice
Helpful tips on being a great court administrator from a legendary Clerk of Court.
A Court Leadership Question For You…
Those familiar with court or judicial administration may be familiar with sources of professional training or content (for example, from the National Association for Court Management, the Institute for Court Management at the National Center for State Courts, the University of Denver Sturm College of Law Master of Science in Legal Administration, or Michigan State … Continue reading A Court Leadership Question For You…
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