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Statesman vs. Politician | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

This is the distinction between what he terms the 'Character Ethic' vs the 'Personality Ethic' The prior depends on deep changes within each of us including our view of creating a legacy for future generations. I AGREE 100%!!!! Another key distinction is one highlighted by Stephen Covey in his 7-Habits books.

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Loyalty vs. Tenure | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Reward talent, innovation, loyalty, attitude, creativity, work ethic, contribution, and leadership ability…not tenure. The Costco experience isn’t what it used to be, US auto manufacturers continue to struggle, the banking industry has been crippled, and government agencies (pick one…USPS, IRS, DMV, etc.)

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8 Traits of Ineffective Leaders | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

When we view our responsibilities three-dimensionally as if through a prism that simultaneously allows us to keep focused on the MRC concepts, we will make better mission-focused decisions that are based upon how our resources must be deployed to accomplish them, and we will operate in ethical ways that resonate with our partners and employees.

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Bonus or No Bonus? | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

I personally dont feel bonuses work to promote a good work ethic. salary X, if certain milestones are met on schedule and also tied work ethic and thorough performance-both field and paperwork… a person would have the ability to increase their pay by X. As for our staff, they all received an equal bonus for their efforts.

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Should CEOs Have Term Limits? | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Furthermore, last time I checked a CEO can always be removed for lack of performance, or moral and ethical indiscretions, so what purpose do CEO term limits serve other than to disincentivize the CEO? Why would you ever want the person in charge of corporate leadership, vision and strategy to be a lame duck right from the get go?

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Leadership Self Examination | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

They will not compromise their value system and personal ethics for temporary gain. On with the exam… Section I: Character. Great leaders do the right thing regardless of circumstances, situational context or other influencing factors.

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Leadership & Influence Summit | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

link] ATIG Mike, authenticity and transparency for better and ETHICAL business. In fact, you might be interested in reading a previous post that I authored on this topic: [link]. – I'd be interested in your thoughts. Thanks for the suggestion Dan. I am not specialist but I try to learn.

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