Author Archives: Michael Cloutier

Dusting Off Your Leadership Skills

I spent the weekend moving my home office from the basement to a spare bedroom. Now I’ll be completely honest, I would have much preferred to be out golfing. But in the end, it was a great process. As I was clearing out some stuff and assessing whether I needed to hold onto other things, [...]
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Seeking Feedback: It’s Your Responsibility, It’s Your Right

Feedback is a critical part of our growth and development. I have long believed that we need to grab the reigns and make sure that we are getting the feedback that we need. As professionals looking to grow and develop, it is not only our obligation, but it is also our right. Feedback shapes so [...]
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Two Clear Tips for Managing Your Details

There are times when managing the little things can feel like drinking from a fire hydrant. No matter how many emails you knock off, a whole bunch of new ones step in to take their place. You no sooner hang up the phone when a new voicemail awaits you. Right alongside all of the ‘big’ [...]
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Delegating: Your Best Source of Leverage

I am occasionally an ideas guy, and work to bring these ideas to action and have enjoyed some success with them over the years.  I am also quick to point out that I could never have achieved any of those successes on my own.  Collaborating with others is my best source of leverage when it [...]
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Leading Productive Teams

I have always said that having a strong, productive team is the best way to achieve great things.  Establishing a strong team has been a strong focus of mine throughout my career.  And fortunately, it has benefited both me and my fellow team members. I’d like to share three of my top tips for establishing [...]
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  • Productivity Indicator

  • Delegating Scorecard

  • Proactive Manager Scorecard