N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

Rather arrogant people typically find themselves surrounded by exploitive individuals who are all to happy to ride the “gravy-train&# in good times, but at the first sign of trouble all you will see is their backs as they run for the hills. The confident also succeed in business, but not at the expense of others as do the arrogant.

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Chart Your Course

OCTOBER 27, 2014

A recent Bain Capital Customer Loyalty study found that consumers are four times more likely to do business with a company that provides good customer service versus a competitor that offers a lower price. Retention Is Key. Regardless of where you sit on this issue, it’s safe to say customer retention is important to every business.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

Most companies can claim an element of success in some aspect of CRM proficiency such as sales force automation, database marketing, development of a knowledgebase, etc., but the reality is that most companies absolutely miss the boat in harnessing the true power of CRM which is improving the customer experience.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Amidst all the revenue numbers and share valuations that companies wear as a badge of honor, the concept of employee relationship management has emerged as another undeniable sign of a successful organization. The UAW is also set to repeat history against Detroit’s Big Three automotive companies if their demands are not met.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

After reading the above comments it should already be obvious, but just in case, review the 5 items below: A Team of Yes-men : Feared leaders either surround themselves with like-minded people, or train people to share their views in a vacuum. Great insights Denny… [link] There Is An Antonym For Respect | Strategic Technology [.]

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Be well and have a great day sp [link] mikemyatt Glad to hear you've got the train back on the tracks, and I hope this post was of some use. I am working on a consulting project where we have run into "Crazy", We had started down the path you outlined here, but we appreciate the clarity of your message.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

I believe the fear of public misperceptions have trained many people to completely avoid outward displays of compassion. The natural inclination of most is to react compassionately when and/or where needed – that is until they stop to think about the ramifications of doing so.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

The best leadership training I ever received came from my time and experience in the military. I agree with all your assertions and conclusions. Well said Sir. link] mikemyatt Hi Joe: Thanks for your comment and an even bigger thank you for your service.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

I use it personally and my company has a social media practice area which offers social media services to our clients. I blame poor real world training. bcroke Hey Mike, Thanks for writing this post, such an important topic (way more worthwhile than another stat on how many companies are or aren't using Twitter).

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

Nevertheless the reality is this…blogs are not a tool for those looking to get rich quickly (that train left the station a long time ago), nor are they likely to transform insignificant thoughts into something other than what they are. Bloggers will continue to come and go…while some will be missed, many will not.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

The ability to say no, can show that you truly understand the system that you work in, know the capabilities, the growth opportunities, and take a strong stand in leading your team where you, your staff, and your company need them to go. If no is the ultimate outcome, then options and discussion are a great place for leadership training.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 26, 2010

Refusing to surrender, having the ability to make the tough decision, the needed sacrifice, and the focus to place fiduciary obligations above your self interest will allow your company to continue taking ground and will keep the competitive advantage on the side of your enterprise. As an Army Veteran myself, I agree with you.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

When I was in seminary (twice: master degree and doctoral degree) I received no formal training in dealing with conflict. link] Dale Mike, I am glad to find people and resources like you. At present I am a denominational leader of 57 protestant churches. Many people may assume that churches do not have to deal with conflict.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

If your mentoring and training programs don’t focus on the development of action oriented leaders then you are simply breeding obselesence, and utlimately…failure. If your company has passive and/or timid leadership you will face serious problems in sustaining your competitive advantage.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

The first is a young salesman in our company. He trained for and completed his first triathlon and has his sights firmly set on doing an ironman. I've seen him work with other leaders and provide training that not only equips us to coach and lead others – but to also help our own selves grow.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 17, 2011

found that the number of women in top executives positions in Canada has fallen over the past year from 37 women in the highest-paying executive jobs in 2006 to just 31 in 2007. Furthermore, of the 535 highest paid and most senior positions at those companies, only 5.8% are held by women (down from 6.9% in the prior year).

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Let the attacks begin – I’ll publish any comments that are civil… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] MAPping Company Success [.] This is perhaps the greatest gift of immersing oneself in diversity training and education. Are there people and companies that have a diversity issue?

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

It has spread to pandemic proportions, crossing boarders and cultures, such that you’d be hard pressed to actually find someone under the age of 40 who hasn’t had substantial amounts of “diversity training&#. I have called my company, The New Leader (Nhà Lãnh ??o Lets be correct not politically correct.

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Sales Wolf Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures (1978) Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Walk The Talk The Dash, The Race, and Management, Training and Development Resources Workforce Management: information on employment law, human resource development and human resource management.

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Building Personal Strength

DECEMBER 13, 2009

As I said in my post on December 9th , I never did write the article exposing the "Dark Secret" of the training and development industry - that organizations world-wide were investing billions of dollars annually in instruction that fails to produce lasting changes in behavior and improved workplace performance.

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Sales Wolf Blog

OCTOBER 15, 2010

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Procedures (1978) Uniform Guidelines on Employee Selection Walk The Talk The Dash, The Race, and Management, Training and Development Resources Workforce Management: information on employment law, human resource development and human resource management.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 28, 2015

Almost every world-class, high-performance organization takes training and education seriously. Their dedication to relentless training and intensive preparation, however, is utterly alien to the overwhelming majority of businesses and professional enterprises worldwide. That’s why we train so hard.”

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 25, 2014

Many midsized companies dream of joining the Fortune 500 someday or of becoming the next General Electric, Microsoft, or Amazon. But they don’t think nearly enough about operational meltdowns – technological glitches and other problems that can put them out of business. Take Instagram, the San Francisco-based social media company.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

Just because something is written in a vision or mission statement, placed on a website, included in company collateral material, or frequently espoused by corporate leadership as a competitive value proposition doesn’t necessarily mean its true. If your company doesn’t have a Chief Talent Officer, Chief People Officer etc.,

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 5, 2018

However, virtual work also encompasses how we are turning to technology to conduct business with nearby colleagues, sometimes within the same building or campus. At a minimum, virtual colleagues should discuss the following rules around: Communication technology.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 4, 2014

Many leaders of midsize companies – especially if they’re the founders – are constitutionally inclined to see new opportunities around every corner. So they begin tinkering with their core strategy, burning up resources while their companies wander off their tried-and-true growth path. Tinkering can kill midsize companies.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2010

Bill’s passion an his sales skills were clearly evident, but his presentation came across as a wannabe self-help guru more than a CEO of one of the world’s best software companies. Companies are made of people, so dreams matter. Social Media is not about technology – it’s about communication.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 27, 2016

The better the technology at your company, and the greater the learning opportunity, the better your chances of bringing technical employees on board, and of keeping them. One such non-monetary feature could be the technology used by their current employer. How technology is changing the way we work. Insight Center.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 20, 2010

link] mikemyatt While I agree a leader must lead themselves, I offer the caution that leaders only accountable to themselves are train-wrecks in the making. Posted on July 20th, 2010 by admin in Leadership By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Leaders: born or made?

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 7, 2010

John is also the founder of EQUIP, a non-profit organization that has trained more than 5 million leaders in 126 countries worldwide. But later I began to sense that I was called to train leaders outside the walls of the local church. John Maxwell : I think it would have to be leaving the pastorate. Michael John, This is inspiring!

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

In today’s world no one wants to do business with a company that’s not connected, has no influence, isn’t engaged, and that doesn’t get it. Commitment - While technology is a natural accelerant helping to catalyze new opportunities and extend relationships, creating trust and influence will still take time.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Do you have the necessary resources (financial, technology, talent, infrastructure, etc.) your training program in 3 easy steps: No boring slides, free will, and story. " My days in technology have taught me that you frequently have to ask "why" up to 5 times before you REALLY get the answer.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 25, 2013

If some of the buzz is any indication — and I believe it will be — it's a concept that will gain a lot of traction this year as more companies look for ways to better manage dwindling natural resources and more consumers demand action on environmental issues. So in 2006, I started talking with people to understand more.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

From our earliest days in the classroom we are trained to focus on annunciation, vocabulary, presence, delivery, grammar, syntax and the like. In today’s post I’ll share a few of the communication traits, that if used consistently, will help you achieve better results in the workplace. In other words, we are taught to focus on ourselves.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

You wouldn’t believe how many companies I work with that are in a mess because the leaders wouldn’t make the tough calls – for example to lose a person, a division or a product. Rebel Brown : Best examples would be any of the Zero Gravity Companies I profile on my website. Without integrity – there is no leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2010

With a knife a trained surgeon can do something that a skilled villain or even an experienced butcher could never do. Once released, the things we say in debate and discussion, whether lighthearted or intense, can never really be pulled back, can they? He or she can wound with the intention of healing.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 8, 2014

Calls to maximize the utility of older workers — by honoring experience, providing training opportunities, and offering flexible work and retirement options — began to sound at least a decade ago. Have companies followed through? HBR contributors have suggested we “ retire retirement ” and “ adapt for an aging workforce.”.

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