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DECEMBER 2, 2010

Read on and find out… People who attempt to lead out of self-serving motivations or misplaced intentions are not really leading – they are pursuing power, glory and status. It is love for those you lead that allows for right thinking, proper perspective, and pure motivations. This is the antithesis of true leadership.

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JULY 6, 2010

I have spent my life studying people and have conducted exhaustive amounts of research which supports my belief that anyone is capable of changing if they have the intrinsic motivation to do so. I help people understand this and act upon it. Mike Myatt : What if anything have you found to be a common misperception about the coaching industry?

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JULY 26, 2010

The truth of the matter is that few things have inspired and motivated me over the years like the quiet confidence and humility of great leaders. I would much rather listen to the self-deprecating humor of a confident person making fun of themselves than the mean spirited attacks of an arrogant person waged at someone else’s expense.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Sure it is…but it is much, much more difficult, rarely sustainable, and leaders who lack humility are always called into question with regard to motives and agendas. When you think of a true leader do you envision someone who displays a quiet confidence or a blatant arrogance? Is it possible to be a leader without being humble?

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JUNE 29, 2010

It is absolutely essential to understand other’s motivations prior to weighing in. Understanding the WIIFM Factor : Understanding the other person’s WIIFM (What’s In It For Me) position is critical.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

Moreover, personally motivated decisions that speak of self-dealing will eventually come out into public view, and will be dealt with harshly. Set the Chinning Bar High : While rogue CEOs have received most of the media attention in recent history, don’t fool yourself into thinking that rogue board members don’t exist as well.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

If you incorporate the following metrics into your decisioning framework you will minimize the chances of making a bad decision: Perform a Situation Analysis : What is motivating the need for a decision? What would happen if no decision is made? Who will the decision impact (both directly and indirectly)?

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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. Great insights Denny… [link] There Is An Antonym For Respect | Strategic Technology [.] Remember that respect is earned, and fear is imposed.

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AUGUST 11, 2010

It is absolutely essential to understand other’s motivations prior to weighing in. Understanding the WIIFM Factor : Understanding the other professionals WIIFM (What’s In It For Me) position is critical. The way to avoid conflict is to help those around you achieve their objectives.

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MARCH 23, 2010

A while back I had posted my view on what companies really compete for today and I feel that it is motivation and information. Nikhil Datar Mike and friends, Really interesting body of discussion here. Both seem to be getting captured in this discussion. Would love to stay connected with you all to learn more.

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MAY 26, 2010

Watching the EOD graduates stand at attention in front of the Memorial Wall there was no doubt that these were motivated, committed, passionate, honorable individuals with a clear sense of duty, and who hold in high regard the principle of service above self.

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

Moreover, building rapport is easily achieved assuming your motivations for doing so are sincere. It is absolutely essential to understand other’s motivations prior to weighing in. I have always found that rapport is quickly developed when you listen, care, and attempt to help people succeed.

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AUGUST 12, 2010

I have found that highly productive executives and companies clearly understand the value, leverage, efficiency, and economies of scale that are generated by assembling highly focused, motivated, and productive teams. They are simply meant to foster a spirit of cooperation.

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

Few things in life are as motivating as being told you're not good enough. In the end, what came from anger and disappointment resulted in something very positive for me certainly and I think for those with whom I worked as well. link] mikemyatt Thanks for sharing your story Gwyn.

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

His primary motivation, he says, is love. but you’ll not find that here. but you’ll not find that here. Started the school a few years ago to teach students who were too poor to attend regular school. First year, he had 8 children. Today his school has an enrollment of 922 students. He did this whole thing himself. link] [link].

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AUGUST 5, 2010

link] mikemyatt Leave it to Michael McKinney to get right at the heart of the issue by addressing root-level motivation – "it benefits the labeler more than the label-ee." Thanks for sharing the amazing quote Ken. " Brilliant observation Michael…Thanks for the keen insight.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

It is not my intent to offend anyone with the text that follows, and if you find yourself being offended, it is my opinion that you need to examine your motives and principles. The issues of diversity in business when handled properly can be catalysts for growth.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 22, 2015

Since the 2008 financial crisis, policy makers, professors, politicians, and others have expressed concern over America’s best and brightest minds electing to work in finance instead of pursuing potentially more socially valuable careers in science, medicine, and engineering. of MIT graduates taking jobs in finance after graduation.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2010

The best leaders humble themselves to others on a frequent basis to be challenged, motivated, and to avail themselves of a full array of options. The important thing to remember is asking for help should not be age or experience dependent. Thanks again for your comment. link] haig10 Yes Mike its true.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

What motivates >? Do you have the necessary resources (financial, technology, talent, infrastructure, etc.) " My days in technology have taught me that you frequently have to ask "why" up to 5 times before you REALLY get the answer. What can you offer as validation of proof of concept? to hit your objectives?

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OCTOBER 21, 2010

I don’t care in the slightest about winning arguments, whether someone is right or wrong, or whether logic is sound or flawed, but I do care about motivation and intent. When it comes to authentic, transparent discourse, motivations matter. That said, I only really have the patience for intellectually honest discourse.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Mike Myatt: Today is the launch day of your new book Defying Gravity, what motivated you to write the book and what do you hope to accomplish with it? I started out as a sales rep selling big systems against IBM- which provided me with an early, first-hand perspective on Gravity. No one wanted to change the IBM status quo.

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

And almost all of us have limits on our time and finances — due to kids, social organizations, work, and more — that make additional formal education impractical or impossible. Outside of universities, ongoing learning and skill development is essential to surviving economic and technological disruption.

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JUNE 17, 2010

But because true leaders are motivated by loving concern than a desire for personal glory, they are willing to pay the price.&# - Eugene B. Serves people. Serves their best interests, and in doing so will not always be popular, may not always impress.

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OCTOBER 27, 2010

This has motivated me to live my life intentionally in every sphere. (I Between the economy and technology, everything is changing. Michael Hyatt : I think giving people hope that you can lead effectively without compromising your character. Young leaders today are desperate for role models. I should also point out that I often fail.

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JANUARY 18, 2011

As a CEO, how can you expect to inspire, motivate, engender confidence, and to lead with a lousy attitude? While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. The simple answer is that you can’t…it just won’t work.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

They use the information acquired through reading in order to inspire, motivate, and lead those around them. For those who read less, one strong motivator is to apply more of the ideas into innovative action plans for that day. The question is not if you should be reading, but rather what should you be reading?

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Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 8, 2011

If you are great at the finances, an early-stage Excel ninja partner probably isn't be the top priority. Even after all the many other pieces of the puzzle come together, it is essential that your partner's main motivations for joining your venture include a passion for the project you are pursuing. Different operational skills.

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Harvard Business Review

JUNE 15, 2016

In 2006, when the company launched a new line of foundations intended to address a wider variety of skin tones, Atis saw that they still didn’t measure up. She couldn’t get the image out of her head, so she began to research the technology requirements. It lit a fire under her. Atis created a rich ecosystem around her idea.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 14, 2015

The media and technology sectors have traditionally been the biggest employers of freelancers but the good news is that “almost every industry is expanding their use of contingent workers,” says King. “You need to be self-motivated, have good organizational skills, and a strong work ethic,” explains King.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 8, 2017

Transformational CEOs Tend to be “Insider Outsiders” The list is topped by companies headed by visionary founders with no prior experience in their industries; Jeff Bezos came from the world of finance, and Reed Hastings from software. Instead, Nadella was known for listening, learning, and analyzing.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2010

An example of the importance of flexibility would be that when staff are highly motivated and competent, a combination of highly delegatory and moderate participative styles of leadership would be most appropriate. Leaders must employ a combination of leadership styles depending on the situation.

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AUGUST 20, 2010

Exclusivity vs. Inclusivity : Do you use your intelligence to intimidate and stifle others or to encourage, inspire and motivate others? Posted on August 20th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Rants , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth My question is this: Is your intellect an asset or liability?

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MAY 17, 2010

Some leadership expert followers might just be interested in the topic to feel motivated ( [link] ) – not that that's a bad thing… There are also those who are interested in leadership in order to continuously improve processes and study behaviors. The same is true for non-profit organizations that use volunteers.

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OCTOBER 31, 2010

The politician makes speeches and promises motivated by pride, ego, notoriety, power, position, stature, and personal success. Contrast this with a statesman who keeps commitments, is motivated by service above and beyond self, and by making a lasting positive difference. However, I have recently changes my tune.

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