Leadership
-
Are You Using A-Game Goals to Drive Results Within Your Team?
There is no achievement without a goal. Whether in life or leadership, success starts by determining your primary objective. Until your thoughts are linked to a clear purpose, no real accomplishment can be made. This is where A-Game Goals come into play. An A-Game Goal is rooted in clarity, purpose, and high standards. A clear…
-
A-Game Leaders Are Self-Leaders
The most important thing you can do for your business is build a solid business plan. A well-crafted strategy lays the foundation for your company’s future success. However, having a plan is not enough — execution is where many businesses falter. The everyday grind, urgent tasks, and shiny distractions often derail even the best-laid strategies.…
-
Rewriting Your Story: The A-Game Advantage
“Real success in any worthwhile endeavor is about the value you create, not just the value you get.” When you adopt this perspective, emphasized in the Valuegenic Self-Leadership Development Program, true success becomes more than achieving business or financial goals — it’s about creating value for yourself and those around you. However, many of us…
-
Lincoln University President to Serve as Vice Chair of Pennsylvania’s New Higher Education Board
Brenda Allen, president of Lincoln University, will serve as vice chair of Pennsylvania’s new higher education board tasked with creating a strategic plan and improving coordination between the many public and private colleges in the state, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The board will also work on improving access and affordability and ensure…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Javonna Wylie, President and CEO, Chester County OIC
Javonna Wylie, President and CEO of Chester County OIC, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in West Chester and how living in a college town influenced her. She recalled the middle school teacher who inspired her to get involved in leadership and community service, which continued in college when she majored in Social Work…
-
A-Game Leadership: The Secret to Leading Yourself and Your Business to Success
Research shows that the number one reason people leave organizations is due to the incompetence of their direct boss. This statistic highlights the importance of personal leadership — your ability to lead yourself is directly tied to your effectiveness as a leader of others. You are the leader of your own life, and every day…
-
Eastern University to Host Leadership Transformation Summit on Oct. 3
Eastern University’s College of Business and Leadership will host its second Leadership Transformation Summit virtually on Thursday, Oct. 3 from 12-1 PM. The event is free and aims to help prepare the next generation of business talent to overcome modern-day challenges and develop the skills needed to transform the business landscape. Renowned workplace leadership and…
-
New Center for Leadership Equity Launches in Philadelphia to Support More Local Black Nonprofit Executives
United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey has launched a new Center for Leadership Equity in Philadelphia, aiming to support, advocate for, and invest in Black nonprofit executives, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. The new, first-of-its-kind leadership program is being spearheaded by Kelly Woodland, managing director of leadership equity at United Way and…
-
Former West Chester University President Among Picks for Position of Interim Chancellor of PASSHE
Recently retired president of West Chester University Christopher M. Fiorentino is likely to become interim chancellor of Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, writes Susan Snyder for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In a message to students, faculty, and staff last week, Cindy Shapira, chair of the system’s board of governors, said she is planning to recommend…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Kevin Gallagher, SVP and Chief Lending Officer, Ambler Savings Bank
Kevin J. Gallagher, Senior Vice President and Chief Lending Officer at Ambler Savings Bank, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in West Oak Lane and Wyncote as one of five children. He recalled trying out for the school musical on a whim his senior year, which led to a starring role and a lifelong…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Rachel Bowen, Vice President of Enrollment Management, Harcum College
Rachel Bowen, Vice President of Enrollment Management at Harcum College, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in Northeast Philadelphia, where her parents and a high school job at a nursing home for nuns helped her develop a strong work ethic. She also became interested in video production as a teenager, which shaped her decision…
-
A-Game Leadership: How Personal Connection Drives Business Success
To unlock the full leadership potential within your team and achieve unparalleled business success, it’s essential to connect with your employees on a personal level. Understanding and supporting them as whole individuals — not just as workers — can lead to greater alignment and engagement. Each team member has unique needs and aspirations, and when…
-
Lead with Purpose: How Your A-Game Shapes Company Culture
Culture is the invisible force that shapes every organization from within. It begins the moment two people unite, setting the groundwork for how they’ll collaborate and bring their shared vision to life. While culture can be intentionally crafted to drive high performance and engagement, leaving it to develop on its own risks breeding a toxic…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Karen Barsoum, Director, Chester County Voter Services
Karen Barsoum, Director of Chester County Voter Services, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in a tiny village in the Netherlands, where her dad owned the only grocery store. She was always eager to see more of the world, seeking out a high school, college, and a job in a larger city. Barsoum met…
-
These Seven Talented Gen Zers Are Doing Big Things in Chester County
Seven Chester County Gen Zers found their place among the 13 talented young professionals doing big things around the Philadelphia suburbs, writes Gina Lizzo for the Main Line Today. Dom Pecora started a bike repair business out of his house when he was just ten years old. Today, the 14-year-old repairs and sells bikes at…
-
Philadelphia Leadership: Thom Chiomento, Vice President, Pennsylvania American Water
Thom Chiomento, Vice President of Pennsylvania American Water, spoke to PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up all over the world thanks to his father’s job in the Navy. He used sports, from baseball to soccer to wrestling, as a way to adapt and make friends. Chiomento discussed why he chose to go to West Chester University…
-
Penn Alumna, Poker Guru Annie Duke Helps Leaders in Corporate America Learn How to Lead Even Better
After retiring from the world of professional poker, University of Pennsylvania alumna Annie Duke is now helping leaders in the corporate sphere learn how to lead even better, writes Bruce Horovitz for the Investor’s Business Daily. Duke is the only woman to win the NBC National Heads-Up Poker Championship and the World Series of Poker…
-
Your A-Game Vs. Your B-Game: How to Maximize Success Before the Year Ends
We’ve passed the halfway mark into the second half of the year, and many of us are reflecting on our goals — both achieved and missed. But here’s the truth: you can’t reach new heights with the same mindset that got you where you are now. If you want different results, you must think and…
Founding Partners
Advertisement
Affiliate Partners
