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JULY 11, 2010

A CEO’s ability to perform effectively is so closely tied to their ability to form a clearly articulated vision, evangelize the vision and then to execute on their vision, that no real discussion on executive leadership should take place without an emphasis on vision.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO. My advice to CEOs, regardless of whether you’re running a start-up or a Fortune 500 company, is to go see things for yourself.

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JANUARY 3, 2011

This is so much the case that some CEOs will avoid restructuring initiatives at all costs. My question is this…since when have fear and avoidance become prerequisites for success as a CEO? What do great CEOs do when the business model, the strategic plan, and the revenue hurdles don’t seem to be in alignment?

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AUGUST 9, 2010

I cannot even begin to count the number of times I’ve had a CEO tell me that certain immutable business principles just don’t apply to his/her business because, “this business is different.&# What about competing against the innovation of others that could cause the obsolescence of your product or service?

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JANUARY 20, 2011

In today’s post I’ll share my thoughts on how to control gossip in the workplace… If what you desire as an executive is to have a healthy, thriving, and productive company, it is essential that you curtail office gossip. Michelle said: RT @mikehenrysr: RT @mikemyatt Workplace Gossip [link] #LeadChange [.]

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JUNE 14, 2010

Few things are more critical to your efforts in increasing your revenue growth and corporate sustainability than understanding the value of disruptive innovation. So why do so many established and often well managed companies struggle with disruptive innovation? How did Microsoft not keep Google at bay?

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AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Is your rubber-band stretched so tight that it’s about to snap? Efficiency and productivity are not found working at or even near capacity.

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JANUARY 16, 2011

Have you figured out how to apply the laws of scarcity to brand management? Your cannot successfully manage someone's company brand without knowing how to manage your own brand. If not, then this post is for you. Thanks Oarabile nobilify Interesting post Mike. Things to examine and consider in our upward climb.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

As much as you may wish it wasn’t so, as a CEO you’re really only as good as your last decision. As a person that works with CEOs and entrepreneurs on a daily basis I can tell you with great certainty that all leaders are not created equal when it comes to the competency of their decisioning skills.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

Over the years I’ve met more than a few CEOs who paid little or no attention to their board of directors, only to find themselves wondering what went wrong as they were being ushered out the door prior to the expiration of their employment agreement. As a CEO, your board can be one of your greatest allies.

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

At an organizational level have you focused so much on process improvements and incremental gains that you’ve failed to recognize opportunity and innovate? Are you efficient or effective, or do you know? I really don’t have a problem with increasing efficiency so long as the tail doesn’t start wagging the dog. Effective (N2Growth) [.]

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APRIL 25, 2010

Tenure Inhibits Change and Cripples Innovation : Organizations that favor tenure also tend to be prone to majoring in the minors. All of these traits preclude the advancement of change initiatives and cripple innovation. often evoke feelings of hatred at the mere mention of their name.

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OCTOBER 28, 2010

Anyone paying attention to current events has recently witnessed that it doesn’t really matter whether you’re a politician, investment banker, CEO, or just an average citizen, when it comes to making a simple decision, managing a crisis, or attempting to exploit an opportunity, timing is everything.

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JULY 6, 2010

Eric Shinseki, former Army Chief of Staff, Alan Mulally, CEO of the Ford Motor Company, and Frances Hesselbein, former CEO of the Girl Scouts. Marshall Goldsmith : While I could offer many examples, three individuals come to mind: General (Ret.)

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AUGUST 24, 2010

Think about it…when was the last time you viewed a negative soundbite of a CEO who was engaged in active listening? A key point for all leaders to consider is that it’s impossible to stick your foot in your mouth when it’s closed. The next step in the process is learning where to apply your new found listening skills.

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APRIL 5, 2010

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JUNE 29, 2010

So, in today’s post I’ll share some thoughts on how to make sure the lunatics don’t gain control of the asylum… Let’s begin by defining “Crazy.&# They serve at your pleasure, and as CEO, are your issue to deal with.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Understanding and implementing the concept of “ actionable leadership &# is a major key to success in becoming a great CEO. Walt Disney, one of the greatest creative talents and true innovators of our time realized the value of action when he said: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.&#

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JULY 26, 2010

A wise man once said when the purpose of a thing is no known abuse is inevitable which might be the case if you don't know the purpose of confidence and how to apply it. While arrogance is a display of inferiority complex and sometime for most the men its the little boy within us threatening our confidence due to childhood experience.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

However I believe the more important emotional trait for CEOs and entrepreneurs to gain mastery over is what I call EC or emotional control. Great CEOs lead by example…they set the tone for others in the organization by demonstrating proactive, rational, logical and balanced thinking as opposed reactionary emotional thinking.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

In fact, look no further than the current business innovations to seek validation for my assertions. Tools like email, instant messaging, texting, blogging and micro-blogging are all examples of shortening our communications to leverage speed and time to our advantage.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Complicating matters further for CEOs attempting to determine what to do about bonuses is all the recent media attention and public outrage in regard to what is perceived by many to be excessive, frivolous compensation. but to focus on compensation strategy that builds on performance.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

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DECEMBER 1, 2010

I have witnessed on numerous occasions CEOs with average, or even sub-par performance histories fare well because they possessed great messaging skills. By contrast, I have also watched CEOs with excellent performance histories not do so well because they did not possess the messaging skills necessary to keep stakeholders engaged.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

However in the text that follows I’ll address how to spot ineffective leaders by assessing six critical areas of leadership DNA. The best leaders are focused on leading change and innovation to keep their organizations fresh, dynamic and growing. Put another way, not all leaders are created equal.

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

We are living in a new era of technology and understanding and Pete has his finger on the pulse of how to relate/reach individuals. In fact, I would submit there is no better example of how to leave a lasting impact through a sustaining legacy than what was modeled by Jesus. Thanks for stopping by Scott.

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MARCH 18, 2010

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

I want to frame my thoughts on the topic of significance by beginning with an excerpt from my book “ Leadership Matters…The CEO Survival Manual “: “By the time you reach the CEO level you should be striving to move beyond success and towards significance.

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APRIL 9, 2010

Whether it is aesthetic, functional, creative, process, innovative, intellectual, technical or applicational…design matters. The iPod pioneered innovative design in the mp3 player vertical with great technical design, outstanding functional design, and is in a class by itself with regard to aesthetic design.

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JULY 2, 2010

link] mikemyatt No thanks necessary Patricia…I hope this post helps in some way.

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JANUARY 10, 2011

They are the ones innovating and breaking-down barriers. Here’s the thing…you really don’t need to work too hard to identify leaders within an organization – they are the ones taking on the greatest levels of responsibility and delivering on their commitments. They are the ones people turn to when things get tough.

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MAY 16, 2010

Posted on October 13th, 2010 by admin in Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth How dumb is your business? It will be interesting to see if the next round of Google innovation will be as successful as the beauty of their initial simplicity. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Moreover they know how to leverage information and resources to achieve their objectives. Great leaders understand how to manage conflict and close positional gaps. Rather they understand how to make a timely decision while managing any corresponding risks as others are still trying to connect the dots. Section IV: Tactics.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

He had a CEO of his own ego that kept him focused on the larger goals and visions – those that exceeded self-interest. I laughed so hard I couldn't answer the call. On a more serious note, I find Abraham Lincoln to be the poster child for that rare balance of humility and confidence.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Fear based motivations don’t instill loyalty, create trust, build morale, inspire creativity, attract talent, or drive innovation. Ask yourself the following question: If your employees held an election today, would you be re-elected as CEO by a landslide, or would you be voted out?

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MARCH 31, 2010

That is what we want to be able to fit-in among all different cultures by respecting their culture first and then try to create the feeling of confort and confidence So when you leave that person, they feel a terrific experience, that they gained something out the time they invested in you.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. Teaching someone how to get to a yes is one of the most valuable things a leader can do. It's a leaders job to grow other leaders and this is best done by teaching people how to get to a yes.

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