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Be Real by Cindy Stradling CSP, CPC

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September 18, 2018

Authenticity is one of the most important traits you can have if you want to be a truly great leader. People can spot a phony a mile away, and they don’t give these people the respect that someone who is authentic receives. Here are some tips to let down your guard and let people see the real you. 

  • Admit your mistakes. We all make them, but some leaders fear that revealing theirs, believing it makes them look less competent. However, being willing to admit your mistakes will earn respect from your employees. It will also make them more likely to reveal their own mistakes, which helps with training and ensuring that business is done properly.
  • Have a life. Some business leaders fail to divulge anything about their personal lives, trying to keep work and home separate. Letting people know about your family, your hobbies, and your passions make you a real person to them, as opposed to having them believe you’re all work and no play.
  • Ask for feedback. Make sure your employees realize that you are willing to accept their feedback and their suggestions for improving the business. You might be surprised at the great innovations your employees develop when they know you care what they think. Remember that you don’t perform their individual jobs every day, so they are sure to know more about some areas than you.
  • Have fun with them. You will get your best work from employees when they feel connected to you as a person. Having fun in the office, through contests or events can strengthen the bond and make your staff like a family. This is important, especially when issues and problems arise. Make the office a fun place to be, and be sure to get in on the fun yourself.

For some leaders, the tips above seem silly, because they are already being authentic with their employees. For others, these tips will be a tall challenge because they’ve become so used to portraying themselves as a leader who is a little above everyone else. Even if you find these things difficult, give them a try and see the results in your own business. You may be surprised at how much happier and more productive your employees become. You may also notice that you’re happier when you’re able to be your whole self at work as well as at home.

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We have had the pleasure of working with Cindy Stradling to source several top notch consultants to assist us with the design and delivery of a variety of Learning and Development and HR Programs. This this successful collaboration we have truly appreciated Cindy's very high standards for members of her network, the drive and energy she brings to her work and most importantly her strong commitment to understanding and meeting the needs of her clients.

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Cindy has been a terrific resource to Metro! She met with us to clearly understand our needs then provided us with a shortlist of top-quality trainers for us to meet. The whole process was simple and seamless, and it saved us a lot of time in sourcing companies with specific skill sets. She's a pleasure to work with.

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Cindy provides a very progressive and engaging training environment. We have seen her successfully provide solutions to companies and individuals from all sectors, from the sophisticated to entry level. The integrity she applies to all aspects of her business is beyond reproach.

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Cindy is the epitome of positive energy! I didn't just work with Cindy at Duplium; I continue to keep in touch with Cindy because she is a wealth of knowledge and always a delight to catch up with. If you need something or someone, just ask her, she will get it done! She embodies the unique combinations of integrity, commitment and resourcefulness. Thank you Cindy for all the times you gave me just what I needed!

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