Sheri Staak Archives

From Blog to Book

Moving from blog to book was an idea I conceived of about a year ago, wanting to not only extend the reach of my message to a larger audience, but to more collectively assemble my tips, pointers, and observations about what I’ve come to call WOW leadership. To achieve that goal, I scaled back my […]

30Aug

STAAK QUOTES: Do What You Love

Sometimes sacrifices need to be made, but if they’re for the right reason, they’re worth it! –Sheri Staak

15Jul

STAAK QUOTES: Listen and Understand

As a WOW leader, don’t just listen to what your team is saying, do what you can to understand what they mean! –Sheri Staak

28Jun

STAAK QUOTES: Fun and Confidence

This weekend, have a little fun, and then bring that positive, lighthearted attitude back to the office on Monday! Injecting a little fun into the day is a way to help yourself and others build confidence, stay motivated, and enjoy the work that’s being done! –Sheri Staak

22Jun

STAAK QUOTES: Leading High and Low

WOW leaders don’t just WOW in good times…they learn, grow, and change during the trials and tribulations of their leadership journey. It’s not always going to be easy or perfect, but those who endure failures and setbacks with grace, dignity, and understanding will become seasoned, experienced

05Oct

STAAK QUOTES: Opportunity

Believe in yourself and don’t let fear hold you back! –Sheri Staak

29Sep

STAAK QUOTES: Keep Moving

Stasis is the killer of goals. Keep moving. Make a plan to reach your goal and take small, but steady steps towards achieving it. –Sheri Staak

25Sep

Introverted Leaders

Introverted leaders are just as prevalent, and just as effective, as the standard extroverted stereotype we typically associate with leadership. But they’re not always perceived to be so. In our country, a cultural bias of sorts seems to exist, one which causes us to visualize the persona of a great leader

03Jul

Keep Your Friends Close and Your Enemies Closer

In business, forming cooperative relationships with like-minded WOWs helps you keep your friends close. But your enemies need attention, too. Don’t make the mistake of ignoring or avoiding those who oppose you or stand apart from your objectives. You need to know where the beast lurks and what makes it tick

29Jun

Really…You’re Surprised?

A DUD leader is notorious for issuing DUD or no directives at all…and then being negative, demeaning, and seemingly dumbfounded that great results were not somehow achieved. Those who are part of the DUD-led team, or those watching from the sidelines, are left shaking their heads and wondering:

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