N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

I have witnessed company bonuses work marvelously well, and I have seen them create great animosity and discord. It is very typical that in this type of environment that the controversy shifts from company vs. employees, to employee vs. employee. It is not the bonus that is right or wrong, but the manner in which it is rolled-out.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

In particular, I think it's time for theological schools that train church leaders to get their heads out of the sand and begin training their students in leadership principles. I'll echo the idea that nonprofits and for-profits can learn from each other. I really loved Pete's candor when he said he is a people pleaser.

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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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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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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 12, 2021

The study found that when female or racial minority CEOs were appointed, it seemed to make white male executives associate with their company less than before. The researchers analyzed the makeup of executive teams in 1,000 large and mid-sized American firms between 2006 and 2011. Firm diversity.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

Put simply, I believe that leadership absent vision is a train-wreck waiting to happen. In fact, I’d go so far as to say that you simply cannot decouple the two without causing an organizational implosion.

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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

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

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

These Human Resource leaders represent the top 25 human resources leaders shaping careers, culture, and talent at the world’s most innovative people driven companies. LFG has established itself as a powerful employer brand, and a company with a strong and stable culture. She gets the business of people because she gets people.

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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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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

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

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. The boss will never go for that.&#

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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

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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General Leadership

FEBRUARY 24, 2014

In 2006, he transitioned to the CEO of Ford Motor Company. If your people need training, make it happen. Once the right people have the right training and are moving in the right direction, a leader must establish goals. Alan Mulally , the former CEO of Boeing , started his career there as an aerospace engineer.

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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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General Leadership

FEBRUARY 20, 2013

Take, for example, even some of the more mundane practices, such as parade-ground drills, formation runs, and training projects geared to collective problem solving. Be it a squad, flight, platoon, company, squadron, battalion or wing, no one who chooses to wear the uniform of the nation ever feels as though they fight alone.

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QAspire

JANUARY 20, 2011

Companies are working ways out to deliver more value, people in organizations are evaluated based on value they create and clients seek “value-adds” in products and services they purchase. Somewhere, in this process of constant realignment and improvement, ‘waste’ is introduced.

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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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Chart Your Course

JULY 11, 2017

Most companies don’t have the resources to waste on poor performers; hiring represents an enormous investment and choosing the wrong candidate can have dire consequences for profitability and your brand’s reputation. The 25 to 34 year old demographic in the labor market has shrunk every year since 2006. 1) Make Your Brand Attractive.

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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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LDRLB

OCTOBER 15, 2012

A recently completed working paper by Efaim Benmelech of Harvard and Carola Frydman of Boston University, studied companies run by CEOs with military experience from 1980 to 2006 with the intent of examining whether military experience led to a signature leadership style. David Burkus is the editor of LDRLB.

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QAspire

JULY 22, 2010

re-hiring/training new hires when your experienced people leave? not training your workforce? When I asked the boss he said “its hidden profit of company when employee have a wider perspective and are more educated about their work&# - Today Lakhi Group is the largest producer of polish diamonds in the world with 35,000 employee.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 4, 2015

The band I’m in here in Denver has been together since 2006. Clients typically bring me in to help them formalize the first three elements of their organizational constitution : their company purpose, values, and valued behaviors. I’ve been playing music professionally since the early ’70’s.

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QAspire

JANUARY 9, 2011

They create focus groups on process improvements, document the lessons, relentlessly train teams and incorporate preventive measures in their processes. What fascinates me is how the company has continued to grow with a leadership that is set on throwing money and more people at the problem rather than any other approach to remedy.

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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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Tanveer Naseer

OCTOBER 14, 2014

In business, leadership infrastructure is the sum total of all the management systems, processes, leadership teams, skill sets, and disciplines that enable companies to grow from small operations into midsized or large firms. Without leadership infrastructure, growing companies can be victimized by their own success. That’s wrong.

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LDRLB

MARCH 30, 2010

A few weeks ago, Hay Group , a global management consulting firm, and Bloomberg BusinessWeek.com released the Best Companies for Leadership Study and Top 20 list. Source: Hay Group/Bloomberg BusinessWeek.com, 2009 Best Companies for Leadership Study. All of the companies on your list are large companies. Over 10 billion.

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Women on Business

MARCH 8, 2011

What if, for a variety of reasons, dissatisfied employees are staying with their companies? This unanticipated workplace dynamic may be counterintuitive for employers, but leading companies will seize the opportunity and take the following steps to engage their employees and help them become more satisfied: 1. Listen to employees.

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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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General Leadership

APRIL 20, 2013

Take, for example, even some of the more mundane practices, such as parade-ground drills, formation runs, and training projects geared to collective problem solving. Be it a squad, flight, platoon, company, squadron, battalion or wing.

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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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QAspire

JULY 1, 2010

For certification, you can have a phase named “Preparation&# with activities like identifying the scope, body of work, spending time learning, special training needed etc. Identify the resources you will need to get into action e.g. books, training material etc. Remember - that which does not get scheduled does not get done!

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First Friday Book Synopsis

OCTOBER 2, 2011

The Disney Way: Harnessing the Management Secrets of Disney in Your Company William Capodagli and Lynn Jackson McGraw Hill, Second Edition (2006) The ROI of “Magic” According to William Capodagli and Lynn Jackson, “This book tells the inside story of just how Disney’s success was achieved — not by epiphanic flashes of creative insight (..)

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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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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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