Leadership

Below are all Al Viller’s leadership-related blog posts summarized on one convenient page.

These articles are designed to inspire you become a more effective leader so that you can better serve those who are in your care and make a even greater impact in the world.

Inspire On!

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How Movements Begin

Reading Time: 2 minutes… and Why You Matter More Than You Think Leadership doesn’t always have the flashiest title or even the loudest voice. Sometimes, it’s a shirtless guy dancing alone on a hill.   In Derek Sivers’ classic Ted Talk, we watch a lone dancer doing his thing at a music festival—until one brave soul joins him. […]

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Leading with Optimism: The Hidden Advantage in Communication

Reading Time: 6 minutesEver notice how the best leaders, the ones you admire most, seem to shine a little brighter… especially in tough times? It’s not because they’re the smartest person in the room or have all the answers—it’s because they believe in a better future and communicate that belief in a way that inspires action. That’s optimism

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From ‘Oops’ to Ownership

Reading Time: 6 minutesAccountability is a virtue and leadership characteristic that builds credibility and trust. Accountability is one of those buzzwords we often hear in leadership circles, but how many truly understand what it means in practice?   Sure, it’s about taking responsibility for your actions, but accountability is much more than that. It’s a virtue—a fundamental characteristic

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Let’s Talk Change: Be Honest

Reading Time: 7 minutesChange is inevitable in both business and life. No surprise there! Whether it’s a major organizational shift or a smaller process change, how we communicate that change makes all the difference. Additionally, effective communication throughout the change process is critical—not just for delivering the message but for guiding people through the emotional and practical challenges

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