Dale Carnegie of Tennessee, Georgia, and Central Florida

10/22/2026

For #90 years, the principles of by Dale Carnegie have helped people build stronger , with confidence, and create positive in their communities and workplaces.

In a world where connection matters more than ever, the ability to listen, communicate effectively, build trust, and show genuine interest in others is still a strong foundation for leadership. These timeless lessons have helped generations of people grow, both personally and professionally.

As we celebrate the anniversary of How to Win Friends and Influence People, we are grateful to everyone who has carried these ideas into their work and their lives.

Which Dale Carnegie from the book do you still use?

10/16/2026

Many initiatives don't lose momentum because the strategy is flawed. They lose momentum because the message doesn't translate consistently from leadership to ex*****on.

define the direction.
help employees understand what that direction means in practice.

When organizations fail to equip managers to reinforce , answer questions, and build during change, alignment begins to weaken.

Leading successfully isn't only about communicating the vision. It's about enabling managers to carry that vision into everyday conversations across the organization.

Organizations that invest in management capability are often better positioned to maintain trust, engagement, and adoption throughout periods of transformation.

Read more on our blog and explore how organizations are strengthening manager effectiveness during change.

How prepared are your managers to translate organizational strategy into day-to-day action?

map the change. Managers are supposed to carry it to their teams. But if managers were never taught how to have that conversation, the plan stalls the moment it leaves the slide deck.

That's not a resistance problem. That's a skills gap in the people delivering the message.

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How well-equipped are your managers to carry a change message to their teams?

10/13/2026

“My number one piece of advice is try it. Use it, look at it like a beta test. If the response is bad, and I look stupid, okay, I won’t do it next time. But let me just try it this time.” - Cheryl McKissack Daniel, Chair of the Board of McKissack & McKissack.
Courage starts with being willing to try.

On the latest episode of Take Command, our CEO Joe Hart speaks with Cheryl McKissack Daniel about overcoming fear, building lasting relationships, and leading with a long-term vision.

A few key takeaways from the conversation:
🔹 Think beyond the present. Lasting comes from investing in people, skills, and relationships that create value for generations.
🔹 Treat as a beta test. You don't have to feel completely ready to take action. Step forward, learn from the experience, and keep going.
🔹 Build through . Effective leaders are decisive, dependable, and clear about what they stand for.
🔹 Make room for others to . Leadership isn't just about what you achieve. It's about creating an environment where others can reach their full potential.

Cheryl's leadership journey includes major projects such as LaGuardia Gateway Partners Airport, the site, and the National Museum of African American History and Culture.

Her message is a powerful reminder: You don't have to feel ready to take the first step. You only have to be willing to try.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of Take Command: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/podcast/building-beyond-today-what-it-takes-to-create-a-lasting-legacy?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_cheryl_mcKissack

10/08/2026

Your organization doesn't have a problem. It may have a problem. Many organizations invest heavily in attracting and developing talent. Yet high-potential employees often hesitate to challenge assumptions, advocate for ideas, or step confidently into leadership opportunities.

The result can be slower decisions, missed opportunities, and untapped leadership potential across the organization.

Building leadership capability isn't only about technical expertise. It's about helping people communicate with confidence, contribute more effectively, and influence outcomes at every level.

Organizations that strengthen confidence and leadership presence often benefit from:

✅ Stronger decision-making
✅ Greater initiative and accountability
✅ More effective communication
✅ A deeper leadership pipeline

Explore how organizations are developing these capabilities across their workforce.

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Where does hesitation have the greatest impact in your organization: decision-making, communication, innovation, or leadership readiness?

10/05/2026

Long before co-founding John Paul Mitchell Systems and Tequila Patrón, billionaire entrepreneur John Paul De Joria read a single book that transformed his approach to human connection and laid the groundwork for his future business empire - How to Win Friends & Influence People.

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10/02/2026

We’re proud to share that Dale Carnegie has been recognized as a 2026 Training Magazine Network Choice Awards Winner in the Leadership Development category.

Leadership today calls for more than knowledge. It requires the ability to build trust, communicate with impact, make sound decisions, develop people, and lead through change.

That’s what we continue to focus on at Dale Carnegie: helping leaders at every level develop the human skills that turn leadership potential into meaningful performance.

Thank you to the Training Magazine Network community and to everyone who continues to learn, lead, and grow with us.
Here’s to developing leaders who are ready for what’s next.

10/01/2026

Our managers are having hard conversations every day. Or avoiding them.
Someone shows up late. A report misses the mark. Performance starts to slip.

New and experienced managers alike know they need to address it, but without the right preparation, those conversations can damage team trust instead of rebuilding it.

The challenge for L&D leaders?
They can't be in every room.
➡️ Give the entire management team a scalable way to prepare for the moments that matter most
➡️ Built for real-time constraints - on their schedule, at their own pace
➡️ Backed by an AI Coach for practice and reinforcement, not just one-time training

Dale Carnegie's Professional Development Microlearning Subscription + AI Coach turns hard conversations into ones managers are actually ready for.

Learn more: https://brnw.ch/21x65Yb

09/24/2026

looks different depending on where you sit.
believe the organization is on the same page.
Less than half of individual , the people closest to ex*****on, agree.
That isn't resistance. It's misalignment. And it starts before implementation ever begins.

Link to our latest research on Leading Organizational Change: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/resources/sustaining-change?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=wp_orgazitaional_change

09/22/2026

"The Dale Carnegie Course was the first course, and Dale Carnegie's book was the first book in self-help that I employed." - Marc S. Cooper, Chairman & CEO of Solomon Partners

Marc Cooper joined our President & CEO, Joe Hart, on the Take Command Podcast to talk about the mindset behind his growth.

Since becoming CEO in 2016, Marc has led Solomon Partners' transformation from roughly 35 bankers to more than 200, expanding the firm's industry coverage from two sectors to more than a dozen.

In this conversation, Marc shares how growing up with learning disabilities shaped his early confidence, why a became a turning point, and what he learned after unexpectedly stepping into the CEO role. His philosophy: "All success, in my view, comes from getting out of your zone."

Marc also opens up about how trust, transparency, and shared ownership built a culture made for growth and why human and will matter even more as AI reshapes the workplace.

Listen to the full episode of Take Command: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/podcast/from-learning-disabilities-to-ceo-the-leadership-mindset-behind-growth?utm_source=linkedin&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=p_marc_cooper

09/18/2026

Most efforts don't fail because the strategy was wrong.
They fail because something breaks down between the plan and the people executing it.

Join Dale Carnegie for a free Executive Business Brief: Change Management - The Human System Behind Aligned Ex*****on.

You will walk away with a practical framework for:
→ Spotting where alignment breaks down before it shows up in results
→ Making change credible at every level of the organization
→ Translating strategy into role-level clarity your team can act on
→ Sustaining momentum throughout ex*****on — not just at launch

Designed for executives, HR leaders, and L&D professionals leading or supporting change — whether a transformation is already underway or on the horizon.

✅ Free. Practical. Built for senior leaders.
🔗 Register now: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/courses/7211?utm_source=linkedin+event&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=f_org_change&delivery_language=en

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02/19/2026

If you see your manager’s name on this list, think of it as an invitation to talk about growth and what is possible next. Development is a good thing, and the best conversations are often the simple ones that start with curiosity.

And if you see your own name, take it as a happy reminder that investing in your people matters. When development is part of the culture, everyone grows together.

Start the conversation today!

02/16/2026

Innovation does not come from ideas alone. It comes from the experiences leaders create for their people and their customers. This white paper breaks down a simple, practical way to think about leadership behaviors that actually drive innovation where it matters most.

If you are looking for a clear framework you can apply, not just another theory to read and forget, this is a great place to start. Download the white paper and explore what experience driven innovation can look like for your team.

https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/resources/the-3-3-of-experience-innovation

02/10/2026

Great engagement starts with people, not process. The small moments, the conversations, and the way leaders show up every day all matter more than we think.

This whitepaper is about creating real connection at work and building engagement that people actually feel, not just measure.

If you care about your people and want your team to feel seen, heard, and valued, this one is for you.

Download the whitepaper below.
https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/resources/people-centered-engagement-how-to-engage-through-humble-leadership

02/09/2026

Every conversation you lead shapes how others see you, trust you, and respond.

Whether you are leading a meeting, navigating a tough discussion, or sharing an idea, how you communicate matters. This ebook is designed to help you speak with confidence, clarity, and purpose in the moments that count.

Download the ebook and start strengthening your communication today.

https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/resources/presentation-effectiveness-a-free-guide-to-effective-publ…

02/05/2026

Leadership growth does not follow a single path. Some leaders are just stepping into their role, while others are focused on sharpening impact and driving results. What matters is having the right development at the right moment in your leadership journey.

We have upcoming leadership courses across our metro territories, designed to meet leaders where they are and help them grow with confidence. Check out the link to explore date options or sign up for a course that fits your goals.

https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/course-finder?delivery_language=en

02/04/2026

2026 is shaping leadership conversations in a new way, and the shift feels intentional. Leaders are being asked to show up with more awareness, stronger communication, and skills that actually translate into daily work. It is less about checking boxes and more about creating real impact through people.

If this direction aligns with where you want your team to go this year, let’s connect. Click the link below to explore what leadership development can look like in 2026.

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02/03/2026

Challenge coins are not handed out lightly. They are gifted to mark moments when leadership shows up in a meaningful way. A tough conversation handled with respect. A teammate who stepped up when it mattered. A standard of performance others could rely on.

These coins represent more than achievement. They recognize the behaviors that build trust, strengthen culture, and shape the experience people have at work every day. Because leadership is not just about results. It is about how you show up for others.

02/02/2026

We heard 2026 is the new 2016!

These photos may be from ten years ago, but the leadership principles behind them have not changed. Building trust, communicating with clarity, and bringing out the best in people still matter just as much today. Trends may circle back, but strong leadership never goes out of style!

01/26/2026

You’re doing a great job! Yes, you. 👏

Now pause for a second. Did you feel that?

That small boost is exactly why compliments matter.

This past Saturday was National Compliment Day, and we’re putting down a challenge: tag someone below and give them a genuine compliment. Something specific. Something real. Something they might not hear often enough.

Compliments build confidence, strengthen relationships, and remind people they’re seen. Let’s make someone’s Monday better and carry that energy into the weekend. 😊

09/30/2025

Great training doesn’t just reinforce skills. It challenges leaders to evolve.

Let’s talk about what transformation could look like for your team.
Reach out here: https://www.dalecarnegie.com/en/about/contact