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Leadership & Initiative Overload | N2Growth Blog

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The achievement of current goals and objectives free up the time & create the resources to move on to bigger and better things…Trying to do too many things at once will impede progress, dilute effort & energy, add to chaos and lead to burn-out. Bottom line…success equals focus.

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The Incredible Leadership Value Of Rest And Recovery

Terry Starbucker

That rest and recovery did me a lot of good, because I sit here today with a ton of renewed energy and focus. And I realized something that was even more significant – as business leaders we MUST acknowledge the value of “time off” for our teammates, and, even more importantly, for OURSELVES.

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Efficient vs. Effective | N2Growth Blog

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A mouse running on a mousewheel can perfect their stride and reduce the amount of energy it takes to get "moving." " If the goal is to get somewhere the mouse is efficiently ineffective. I can use a hand grenade to kill a mosquito. It ain't efficient but it sure is effective.

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Leadership – No Talent Required | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Positive Attitude : To the one, the best leaders I’ve ever known all smile, listen, engage, have a positive outlook, and have a high energy level. It’s just not that hard to deliver on your promises, and if you have no intention of doing so, don’t make the commitment to begin with.

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When to Restructure | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Smart leaders avoid make-work and focus their energy on high impact initiatives, which may include a needed restructuring. Dov Gordon [link] mikemyatt Hi Dov: As with other endeavors, poorly conceived or unneeded restructuring efforts will not end well. Thanks for sharing Dov… [link] ATIG Dear Mike, I really enjoyed your article, Mike.

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Leaders Returning to their First Love

Great Leadership By Dan

Prior to opening Duckfat in 2006 with his wife Nancy Pugh, they owned and managed a high-end restaurant, Hugo’s. Either one can represent career advancement and development. I’m a fan of playing to strengths, and spending time and energy where there is creativity and passion. So he knows a range of restaurant offerings.

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Leading Those Who Don't Want To Follow | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

If opposing views are worth the time and energy to debate, then they are worth a legitimate effort to gain alignment on perspective and resolution on position. This is a skill I believe many leaders do not develop until later in their careers. However this will rarely happen if lines of communication do not remain open.

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