Invest in Yourself!

5 Great Resources to Get You Started (Leadership Training Near Me).

Most companies, especially growing companies or startups, don’t have the time or money to send you to management or leadership training. So, don’t complain about it, do something about it.

As Warren Buffett said: “The best investment you can make is in yourself. Because the more you learn, the more you earn.”

Skip a night out with friends and invest your time and money in some of the best leadership and management development resources in the world. Here are 5 that I believe will get you started and keep your development on the right track:

The Down Payment: KOLBE A ($55)

You have to know yourself before you can lead anyone else. This test reveals your modus operandi, essentially helping you understand your strengths and how to leverage them to maximize your potential.

Please make this investment! You will thank me.

Leadership Secrets of Colin Powell by Oren Harari ($10)

Colin Powell believes, “Leadership is the art of accomplishing more than the science of management says is possible.” It is not a biography, but a practical, battle-tested book that will impact your leadership practice immediately.

Having worked briefly with Powell and his team, I can personally attest that he made an impact on my career and leadership style in just the short time I spent with him and his team.

HBR.Org ($10/Month)

Far and away, “The Daily Alert” is the most valuable email I get every morning. It is a compilation of HBRs most relevant and interesting content. If you have a question or issue about management, HBR has it covered.

Worth the $10/month!

Google ReWork: Training for New Managers (FREE!)

Google is literally laying out its step by step training and tools for new managers for FREE! Having worked there, I believe Google has developed one of the best corporate leadership training programs in the world.

I love Google.

Leadership Training Near Me

Most training is available online, so it is available anywhere at almost any time.  Check out Moov Group run by a former combat officer and CEO.  There are plenty of options out there at really great value.

The Moov Group is an advisory group that helps business owners with staging for sale, managing the first 100 days post acquisition, and making managers leaders.  If you want to learn more about how we can help your business, visit us at the Moov Group.