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What did Steve Jobs learn from his father when building the fence?
What did Steve Jobs learn from his father when building the fence?
- To finish the work quickly for efficiency.
- That others' opinions matter more than personal satisfaction.
- That the back of the fence is equally important as the front. (correct)
- To only focus on the visible parts of his work.
According to the content, what is described as a 'caring trademark'?
According to the content, what is described as a 'caring trademark'?
- A brand that focuses solely on customer service.
- A unique way companies demonstrate their care. (correct)
- A marketing technique to attract customers.
- A strategy companies use to maximize profits.
What strategy does Jon Gordon believe is crucial for organizations' success?
What strategy does Jon Gordon believe is crucial for organizations' success?
- Investing heavily in marketing.
- Emphasizing relationships and care. (correct)
- Focusing on financial gain.
- Competing aggressively with competitors.
Which of the following examples illustrates how a company shows care for its customers?
Which of the following examples illustrates how a company shows care for its customers?
What reaction does Fitz’s gesture of leaving a card in the suit pocket elicit from customers?
What reaction does Fitz’s gesture of leaving a card in the suit pocket elicit from customers?
What quality distinguishes the carpenter mentioned in the passage?
What quality distinguishes the carpenter mentioned in the passage?
Which statement reflects the mindset of the Pittsburgh Pirates as described in the passage?
Which statement reflects the mindset of the Pittsburgh Pirates as described in the passage?
What is the primary purpose of the 'Pirates' Creed' mentioned in the passage?
What is the primary purpose of the 'Pirates' Creed' mentioned in the passage?
According to the passage, how does caring impact performance in teams?
According to the passage, how does caring impact performance in teams?
What does the passage suggest is a vital trait for effective leadership?
What does the passage suggest is a vital trait for effective leadership?
Identify an activity recommended in the passage to show care for others.
Identify an activity recommended in the passage to show care for others.
What does the passage imply is necessary for a culture of caring to thrive?
What does the passage imply is necessary for a culture of caring to thrive?
What is the primary focus of transformational coaching according to the content?
What is the primary focus of transformational coaching according to the content?
How does the author view the concept of 'love tough' leadership?
How does the author view the concept of 'love tough' leadership?
What is a 'caring trademark' according to the text?
What is a 'caring trademark' according to the text?
Why did the author feel challenged by their mother's message?
Why did the author feel challenged by their mother's message?
What distinguishes transformational leaders from transactional leaders?
What distinguishes transformational leaders from transactional leaders?
What is a key aspect of showing that you care as a leader?
What is a key aspect of showing that you care as a leader?
How can caring be made a strategy within a team?
How can caring be made a strategy within a team?
What is the result of building a team that cares about one another?
What is the result of building a team that cares about one another?
Which example illustrates a way to show caring in leadership?
Which example illustrates a way to show caring in leadership?
What is the most effective way to show that you care, according to the content?
What is the most effective way to show that you care, according to the content?
Why is showing care important for a leader?
Why is showing care important for a leader?
What does caring about your team lead them to do?
What does caring about your team lead them to do?
What role do mentors play in developing caring leaders?
What role do mentors play in developing caring leaders?
What was a key lesson learned from the author's high school coach?
What was a key lesson learned from the author's high school coach?
What kind of stories do you want people to share about you as a leader?
What kind of stories do you want people to share about you as a leader?
Flashcards
Caring
Caring
The act of putting effort and attention into something, showing that you value it.
Caring Trademark
Caring Trademark
A unique way a company demonstrates its care for its customers, products, and work.
Caring for the Back of the Fence
Caring for the Back of the Fence
The idea that caring for the quality of something, even when it's not visible, matters because it reflects positively on you.
Caring as a Success Strategy
Caring as a Success Strategy
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Customer-centric Caring
Customer-centric Caring
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Caring More
Caring More
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Culture of Caring
Culture of Caring
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Leader Who Cares
Leader Who Cares
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Extend Yourself
Extend Yourself
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Delivering More Than Expected
Delivering More Than Expected
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Team That Cares
Team That Cares
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Caring Environment
Caring Environment
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Caring Leadership
Caring Leadership
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Showing Care in Actions
Showing Care in Actions
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Caring as a Business Strategy
Caring as a Business Strategy
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Leader as a Caring Architect
Leader as a Caring Architect
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Appreciating the Back-of-the-Fence Care
Appreciating the Back-of-the-Fence Care
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Coach's Impact Beyond the Game
Coach's Impact Beyond the Game
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The Legacy of Caring Mentors
The Legacy of Caring Mentors
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Overcoming Challenges with Caring Mentors
Overcoming Challenges with Caring Mentors
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Caring Through Communication
Caring Through Communication
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Caring Shapes Character
Caring Shapes Character
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Transformational Leader
Transformational Leader
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Transactional Leader
Transactional Leader
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Love Tough Leader
Love Tough Leader
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Caring Strategy
Caring Strategy
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Study Notes
Caring as a Strategy for Success
- Relationships, based on value, respect, love, trust, and care, are the foundation of successful teams.
- Caring is a key success strategy for organizations.
- Demonstrating care sets organizations apart from competitors ("caring trademark").
- Examples of caring trademarks: Apple's user-friendly products, Zappos' free shipping, USAA's financial support, Publix's helpful staff, Les Schwab's greetings, Chick-fil-A's "My pleasure" greeting.
- Personal stories illustrate the power of care: a suit from Rosenblum's with a heartfelt note; a carpenter's success during the recession.
Caring for Teams and Individuals
- Caring leaders inspire others to care.
- Caring involves proactive actions: writing notes, making calls, going the extra mile.
- Leaders who care are present, listen actively, and show genuine interest in their team members' personal lives.
- Individual attention builds trust and loyalty within teams.
- Caring creates a sustainable culture of success.
Creating a Culture of Care
- Caring is often evident in an organization's culture, including facilities and messages on walls (e.g., Pirates' Creed).
- The organization's purpose and mission (e.g., changing baseball, developing players) foster care within the organization.
- Leaders who care inspire others to care.
- Caring leaders understand the importance of investing in personal relationships, and encouraging and challenging team members' growth.
- Caring acts as a motivator outside of monetary reward, pushing teams to consistently strive for greatness.
Caring in Leadership
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Transformational leaders prioritize serving and developing team members as opposed to transactional leaders prioritizing personal gain.
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Transformational leaders build a caring culture; transactional leaders may have short-term success but it is unsustainable.
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Tough love, rooted in care, encourages team members to reach their potential.
Creating a Caring Trademark
- Leaders create a unique way to demonstrate care ("caring trademark").
- Examples of leaders with caring trademarks: Derek Jeter, Doug Conant, Rita Pierson, Scott Hudson, Drew Watkins, Dabo Swinney, Cori Close, Sherri Coale, and Rhonda Revelle.
- Leaders with caring trademarks inspire teams and organizations to emulate their practices.
- Personal characteristics or methods should be unique to the individual or team.
Caring's Impact on Teams
- Care within a team is contagious.
- Caring teams are dedicated to effort and performance.
- Winning teams are based on relationships built on care for each other. This can be seen on and off the field/workplace.
- Care creates a lasting culture that drives sustainable success.
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