Monthly Archives: October 2011

Managerial skills

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Qin Tang

In 1955 Prof. Robert Katz developed the three managerial skill model. According to Katz, there are three managerial skills that every manager needs. These are: Technical Skills -  the ability to perform the given job. The lower-level managers require more technical skills. Human … Continue reading →

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Situational leadership styles

Posted on October 30, 2011 by Qin Tang

Marilyn J. Corrigan, Leadership and Communications Consultant from Eden Prairie, Minnesota, was one of the two presenters at my Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) training on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. In her 4 1/2 hour presentation titled “Dynamic Leadership,” Corrigan covered a lot … Continue reading →

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Becoming Extraordinary Leaders

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Qin Tang

“Becoming Extraordinary Leaders” was the title of the presentation by Jack Zenger at my Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) training on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011. The presentation was based on his research and book The Extraordinary Leader : Turning Good Managers into Great … Continue reading →

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Showing my pastor appreciation

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Qin Tang

October is Pastor Appreciation Month. Have you done something special for your pastor to express your love and appreciation? Last Sunday at Spirit of Life Bible Church, my pastor Frank Sanders and his wife Kathy was showered with hugs and cards by the congregation. As … Continue reading →

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My doctor visit and recommendations

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Qin Tang

This week I had a doctor visit at the HealthPartner Clinic for the annual physical exam. And I learned something new. At the check-in, I was given a brochure by the receptionist. I didn’t pay attention to it because I found … Continue reading →

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14 traits of a great place to work

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Qin Tang

In the article “Discover the secrets of becoming a great place to work” by Patti Lee-Hoffmann (Leader To Leader Journal, No.61, Summer 2011), the author talked about 14 traits of a great place to work. The 14 traits are: Artwork, Music, … Continue reading →

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The 7 E’s of mentor leadership

Posted on October 17, 2011 by Qin Tang

I am currently reading Tony Dungy’s latest book The MentorLeader: Secrets to Building People and Teams That Win Consistently, co-authored with Nathan Whitaker. I am not a fan of any sport. I only knew Tony Dungy from the interviews I heard on radios … Continue reading →

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Leadership and ethics

Posted on October 14, 2011 by Qin Tang

Leadership and ethics are the main topics on Day 3 of my Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) training on Thursday, Oct. 13, 2011. Carolyn Trevis, Assistant State Negotiator with Minnesota Management and Budget talked about the Code of Ethics for Employees in the Executive … Continue reading →

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Woodbury photo contest winners awarded

Posted on October 13, 2011 by Qin Tang

Yesterday evening I went to the Woodbury City Council meeting to receive the award for my photo “The Wonder of Autumn Leaves” that won honorable mention in the People category in the 13th annual Focus on Woodbury photo contest, sponsored by … Continue reading →

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Leadership interview – Woodbury Mayor Mary Giuliani Stephens

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Qin Tang

This is the second in a series of interviews I am doing with established and respected leaders on the topic of leadership as part of my Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) assignments. Today I had the great pleasure of meeting with Woodbury Mayor … Continue reading →

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Leadership interview – Commissioner Spencer Cronk, part 2

Posted on October 5, 2011 by Qin Tang

For part 1 of the interview, check the previous post here. February 8, 2011, the newly elected Governor Dayton appointed Spencer Cronk as Commissioner of the Minnesota Department of Administration. So Cronk is on the job as the Admin Commissioner for less than 8 months when … Continue reading →

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Leadership interview – Commissioner Spencer Cronk, part 1

Posted on October 3, 2011 by Qin Tang

This is the first in a series of interviews I will be doing with established and respected leaders on the topic of leadership as part of my Emerging Leaders Institute (ELI) assignments. Today I had the great pleasure of meeting with Minnesota Dept. of Administration … Continue reading →

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Limit school lunch spending and waste

Posted on October 1, 2011 by Qin Tang

I once talked about school lunch, food waste in schools and limiting my kids’ spending on their school lunch in the article titled “More healthy lunch, less messy lunchroom.” My kids knew they should not buy extras including desserts and … Continue reading →

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