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As Senior Vice President of a national “Top 500 Company” ~Bruster’s Real Ice Cream, Founder and CEO of a leading professional development organization, and an owner of a thriving franchise business, Christina Parker firmly believes that the key to success in business and in life is the conscious development of, and investment in others. She calls this the “Good, Better, Best” approach to leadership. She has made it her mission to equip individuals and organizations with the tools needed to move well beyond “good,” or “better,” and to experience the fulfillment and rewards that come with being the “BEST!” She is a member of Vistage (CEO Leadership group), and the National Speakers Association, founder of http://www.theleadershipmovement.com , founder of http://www.fhfproject.com and a certified franchise executive. You can contact her at http://www.christinaparker.org.

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Empower Your People. Leverage Your Power. Grow a Powerful Organization
The old adage, You're only as strong as the people around you is true. Yet so many of us in leadership tend to forget it, and in doing so we weaken our own management and leadership power bases. Give power to those outside your normal select group to identify prospective new key players. Give others the opportunities to become powerful in their own rights. The stronger they become; the stronger you become. Empower your people. Leverage your power. Grow a powerful organization. Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Leadership
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True Leaders Come in Pink Tennis Shoes and Jeans
What does leadership look like to you? Would you believe me if I told you that leaders do not always wear a suit and power ties? Would you think I was crazy if I told you that leadership in its purest form can come dressed as an 8 year old in jeans and pink tennis shoes? We typically do not think of leadership this way, but maybe that is part of the problem. We often expect to see leadership in a certain “format” and we miss all of the magical leaders that have the potentia Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Non Profit Organizations
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Leadership Development: Daddy Knows Best
When you are leading a business, it is easy to join the ranks of the overwhelmed. You start the day with good intentions to grow the business and attend to your personal obligations, but at day's end, you may find you have accomplished very little. Growing up, I always remember my father telling me to work smarter, not harder. Embrace the 5 tips suggested here and find out why “Daddy knows best!” Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Time Management
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Abc's of Leaders
I have had the pleasure of meeting many entrepreneurs and leaders. We are definitely a lively and colorful bunch! I have started to see a lot of common traits shared among them. I found a common trait for each letter of the alphabet, well ok, maybe I stretched the “x”. Enjoy! Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Leadership
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What is Your Legacy?
Have you ever wondered what people will say about you after you have left this world? What part of this world will still stand with your special magical touch long after you are gone? Everyone has something to offer to enrich our world for the many generations to come. Many fail to recognize their potential and therefore, their legacy impact lies dormant until it is too late. What can you do today, to ensure that your magical touch Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Motivational
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Effective Leadership = Energy, Confidence and the Ability to Influence
Successful leadership is truly about being able to influence others. Investing, developing and equipping your team is a great place to start. You can not focus on others, however, until you evaluate qualities in yourself first. You can not develop in others what you do not have. These ten easy steps will help increase your leadership influence and increase your business productivity. Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Leadership
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Playing not to Loose!
To be successful as a leader you must play an offensive game. Those that live on the defense are not able to influence others or win raving fans. The goal of a leader is to produce results and have an impact. An impact on the competition as well as the lives of others. There is no competition for those who choose to play this game on purpose. Life is to short not to. Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Leadership
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Crabs Don't Have Leadership Skills or Positive Vibes!
It takes personal leadership to become aware that escaping the normal is possible. It takes personal leadership to choose and commit to creating the best life that you can. It takes personal leadership to take the actions necessary to propel yourself and your team to the next level of performance. The other key to a successful leader is one who consciously invests in others to help them grow. By helping other’s stand tall and strong, it actually enhances your success. Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Stress Management
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Investing in Others is Essential
In your business relationships and in life, failing to consciously develop and invest in others, causes erosion of trust and belief in you and all you stand for. As a leader it is essential to invest personally and professionally in your team. It is only when they grow that you truly start experiencing the synergy that is produced from success. Read
By: Christina Parker | 09/05/2008 | Leadership