N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Then we have to deconstruct our abilities in each area, map a tactical plan to get better and measure our progress. Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

While I believe bonus structures to be a key component of successful compensation plans, if current employees are generally happy with the existing comp plan and are hitting performance goals there may not be the need to add another layer to the comp plan. I hope these thoughts help. Thanks for stopping by Deb. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

If your company’s long-term business plan requires the acquisition, or retention of the uber employee then your business not only has a risk management issue, but it is likely not scalable. It will be interesting to see if the next round of Google innovation will be as successful as the beauty of their initial simplicity.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The best leaders are focused on leading change and innovation to keep their organizations fresh, dynamic and growing. They find ways to consistently engage them and incorporate them into their innovation and planning initiatives. Others include a lack of focus on culture, failure to question assumptions, and poor innovation.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

While entrepreneurs are clearly talented innovators and visionaries, most first time entrepreneurs don’t have prior experience as a CEO. In most cases the answer is no it’s not…however this is often times exactly how the decision is made. That’s about it.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Sadly, the reality is messaging is so impactful that it will often times have a greater impact on your career than your performance. I have witnessed on numerous occasions CEOs with average, or even sub-par performance histories fare well because they possessed great messaging skills. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. Innovation, improvements, or these 'Next' Practices should be looked at in all facets of your business value proposition, your core. As an example, Look at Apple!

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Women on Business

JANUARY 11, 2011

To secure your little corner of the recovery, you’ll need to be at the right place with the right business plan. If your small business plan can move the nation forward, you’re a step closer to winning Uncle Sam’s financing and support. With the highest per capita spending across all industries, Washington, D.C.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

Let me be clear that I’m not advocating brand snobbery, just astute brand management based on time tested success principles. Intelligent brands create at least some level of focused planning surrounding the issue of access to prevent overexposure. Once a brand is overexposed it becomes commoditized, diluted, and ultimately.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2010

They don’t give because their accountant told them to, or for estate planning purposes, they give to make a difference. Taking from my own experience, I've been lucky to be successful (measured by quick progression up the career ladder, material comforts etc) and yet I'm still working on being professionally significant.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2014

Before the event, the artist goes into a type of design session where the final scene is planned out. This was the time to bring paint in 50 gallon drums, roll out a canvas the size of Texas, and put brushes in the hands of innovative designers. Career Development' Can you see what I see?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Now that you have your grade in hand, create a plan for consistent and sustainable growth in your leadership ability and review it regularly taking measure of your progress or lack thereof. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

He is the Senior Pastor at CrossPoint Church , one of the fastest growing churches in the country, is the author of the bestselling book Plan B , and is one of the the most candid, insightful and humble leaders you’ll ever have the opportunity to listen to – we all have a lot to learn from Pete Wilson. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Ultimately I see struggles on both secular and spiritual fronts regarding managers and subordinate leaders executing the vision and plans set forth by upper level leaders. Thanks for adding the keen insights Jim. pastortom2022 Great post Mike. Rather the real question should be why such struggles exist in some organizations and not in others.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 8, 2010

When the boys are old enough to read these books he plans to pay them to read each one and write about what the book meant to them. Failing to recognize and address blind spots is to sabotage one’s career and success in life. In each, he writes a note to his son describing what the book meant to him. Great idea.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 23, 2009

This is the time when most people focus more on their careers and less on others (and other significant causes). Bob talks about how his career (in TV station business) took off. In rare cases this happens early in life; however, with planning and effort anyone can make it happen during the second half of their life.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 11, 2011

In this TED video , Sinek explains what he believes to be the reason for Apple’s constant innovations and their repeated successes. We use our focus to design, plan and implement sustainable marketing strategies proven to compel others to WANT to buy. Sinek makes a case that it’s all about the messaging.

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QAspire

AUGUST 17, 2010

The plans you established needs to be followed. Constant Improvement : You planned, you did and then you also reviewed. When we research or try to innovate, we essentially do that with the objective of learning. On a second thought, you can only innovate when you don’t have to worry about doing the routine stuff right.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 8, 2016

While every leader plans and communicates their strategy before the competition begins, once in the race, it’s often necessary to make split-second decisions to redirect efforts. Many companies are still in survival mode after the 2008 recession. Growth and innovation are not only possible but necessary during dark times.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

This was no accident…it took hard work, careful planning, and extreme attention to detail with a focus on execution…This example is exactly how a great customer experience is created. Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] scottgould Hi Mike I wrote a lot about CEM earlier this year and I think I need to again after reading this!

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Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 9, 2010

Dan McCarthy of Great Leadership announces a penalty in Individual Development Plans are Worthless….if Rajesh Setty ‘s ideas flower on Why MANY Smart People Face a Mid-Career Dilemma and How You Can Avoid It. if No Action is Taken. Jesse Meijers sows seeds of thought with Intrinsic Motivation vs. Extrinsic Motivation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? Adam Williams “Where there is no vision, the people perish.&# I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

If you cannot turn an idea into innovation, if you can’t put thought into practice, it’s not a game changer. I plan on circulating your information and just ordered your book. If it’s not really meaningful, it’s not a game changer so why do it? Focus on value creation. By definition game changers happen, they exist, they have life.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JULY 27, 2010

Start a plan for your relationships today, not “someday” Mr. Reeve had good relationships before his tragic accident; he didn’t wait to build good relationships “someday”. Evaluate the quality of your relationships today, act on improving those that need to be better, and put a plan in place to sustain those that are already great.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 20, 2010

This post is specifically for external trainers, consultants and/or coaches – or those considering this as a career option. Having been working in this category for more than 17 years, I’ve decided to give back to our community and have put together a very short survey.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Then create an action plan to increase your use of them: Thanking people around you who did a good job. Creativity and innovation depend on it! Covey, I am going to add “trusting&# to my action plan. Mary Jo Asmus : November 17, 2010 at 9:37 am Beth, best wishes with that action plan! Thanks again!

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

Tagged as: career success , leadership development , power , professional development , selling Cancel reply Leave a Comment Previous post: Three Ways to Effectively Show Your Gratitude Next post: When People Don’t Know.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

In order to gain more control of your career and take it to the next level, implement a strategy to overcome fear by following these seven principles that will help put you on the path to success. As you work through daily challenges in your job, remember your original reasons you chose this career path and your greater purpose.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

This book identifies ten leadership truths that Jim and Barry have identified over their careers as the core of what leadership is about. While they have been researching, speaking and writing about leadership for nearly three decades, I believe this is their best work to date.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

He was on the creative planning team for catalyst, works with leadership development of Chick-Fil-A, and is quarterbacking many projects for well known leaders. He had a successful career in ministry and was in good churches, but he felt God calling him to this assignment. but you’ll not find that here. but you’ll not find that here.

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Lead on Purpose

JUNE 8, 2009

The people who are the most secure in their careers follow similar patterns of behavior. You plan what you are going to do, work at it and when it’s finished you move on to the next project. Practicing the five actions listed above will increase your value to your company and accelerate your career growth.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 13, 2011

As a result of our conversation, I decided to dust-off an old post, give it a few updates, and pass along my thoughts, which can be best summarized as “ Ideas Don’t Equal Innovation. “ It is my hope to help dispel the myth that ideas are inherently good things.

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CO2

JANUARY 23, 2011

I remember when I was at the beginning of my career and calling on AARP as a direct marketer to do their work. Where has time gone. You know the work of calling on Senior Citizens. My wife, Chris , thought it would be quite amusing to put the direct mail on my desk, yes, including the membership card. Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 17, 2011

Plus, through the contributions of Guy and I along with a growing list of other leadership, career development and HR thought leaders we’ll help you continue your path towards leadership confidence and success. The best news is that you don’t have to wait until you get your copy of the book to gain value from this Community.

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Lead on Purpose

JULY 6, 2009

It’s also a time to step back and take a fresh look at the direction your career is headed. Both Mike and I have had the pleasure of leading and participating in a number of Product Camps and hope you will plan on attending one soon. Are you taking advantage of the many Product Camps or “Un-Conferences” offered this year?

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CO2

OCTOBER 15, 2010

You may think that there is nothing you can do about it because you have tried everything you know to get your careers moving again. At first you blame it on the company, then it may turn to blaming it on your people, and finally it seeps in ever so slowly that it may be you. Pulse Meme Feed What Is Your Brand Against?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 14, 2011

Set both personal and career goals and set them in the organization context and with expectations in mind. Make a list and then make a plan for how you will build the needed skills and knowledge. A misunderstanding or misalignment of expectations is the fastest way to frustration and failure. Set your goals. Talk to your new boss.

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