N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2010

While I appreciate the great oratory skills of those who communicate using wonderful word pictures, or the academics who can wax eloquent while always using the best form of prose, I prefer my business communication to be quick and dirty. Brevity is rare because it takes both skill and effort to simplify the complex.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

This is so much the case that some CEOs will avoid restructuring initiatives at all costs. It is my experience that they either lack the personal skill sets, or haven’t built the right executive team to lead change, they just don’t recognize the need for change, or they just don’t care. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

The simple truth is that all great leaders are highly skilled in matters of delegation. The number of activities a CEO takes on can certainly vary based upon skill sets, stage of corporate maturation, and the talent level of the rest of the executive team. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

While arrogant people can and often do succeed in business, I believe that it comes at a great personal and professional cost. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Arrogance rarely results in lasting relationships built on a foundation of loyalty and trust. Ramzi I think arrogance is a sign of lack of self esteem.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

These companies have placed themselves far behind the technology curve because tenured managers hire employees with obsolete skill sets and together they create mediocre solutions. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. the company is not leveraging its true talent base. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

If you find that you lack skill sets and competencies in certain areas seek out mentors and coaches to shore-up your weaknesses, and more importantly, use your professional advisors to assist you in leveraging your strengths. Great leaders possess great interpersonal skills. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2010

In today’s post I’ll deal with a skill set that all successful CEOs excel at…managing board relations. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Conversely, and just as easily, they can be a significant contributor to your undoing resulting in an early and unnecessary demise. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

It takes skillful attention to self-cannibalization, a bias toward innovation and recognition that 'sacred cows' often become someone else's T-Bone dinner steak. Then, we have the challenge to make our changes less threatening, so productive communication skills are a must. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Poor Communication Skills : Show me a leader with poor communication skills and I’ll show you someone who will be short-lived in their position. Leaders need to have an profound appreciation for all the people working for them and the skills they bring to the table. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 14, 2010

mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

link] ATIG Thanks to all, My understanding was not good and hope have better skill. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. People then accept the use of the words with some humour (and simulated eye rolling), and I get my point across without alienating anyone. Differing views are always sought in this forum.

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N2Growth Blog

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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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Have they been fudging their research for years? Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Developing effective conflict resolution skill sets are an essential component of a building a sustainable business model. It is one of those skills that I have to keep aware of – keep working on. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Thanks for sharing your insight Sarah. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

link] Posts about Interpersonal conflict and dealing with people as of January 4, 2009 — Persuasive Communication and Life Skills [.] mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Thanks for commenting and best wishes for continued success. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2010

In a perfect world professionals would only be judged solely on their character, skill sets, competencies, and performance. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. In today’s post I’ll examine how managing appearances can have a substantial impact on your personal brand and your success. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Great CEOs possess the ability to refine their thinking and leadership skills to reflect the evolving needs of the enterprise and the changing global business climate. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

So to me, we need to carefully look at what should be driving 'next' practice innovation, vs. the 'best practice' frameworks that can cost effectively provide the non core services our businesses need. They innovate & reduce cost to customers. ” when Apple comes calling with the next big idea.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

We do not give near enough attention to the latter as a critical skill in developing leaders and still end up with far to many people in high level positions who rely on authority rather than effective practices to deliver results. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

Rather than just kill something with a quick no, a good leader uses every adverse scenario as a development opportunity to help people advance their critical thinking and decisioning skills. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

When you develop the skill to transform negative conflict into creative tension is when you will begin to earn and hold the respect of even those individuals who don’t agree with your positions. This is a skill I believe many leaders do not develop until later in their careers. I know I am still working on it. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Miller Mike, One of my favorite TV characters is Captain Kathryn Janeway, the starship commander in the Star Trek series “Voyager” The character was depicted as a leader a bias for action, combined with a skill for collaboration. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. ” to the crew. Our Freedom.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

link] Del Williams I don't think online is to blame, but poor people skills. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. I think we need to wonder whether we'd like to be helped or tweeted about if we're in a compromised situation. This generation is weak in many ways. The worst part was that 30% have none.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 4, 2011

Keeping your word is part of showing integrity, so be sure to follow through with your promises at all costs. Teach friendship skills. If it’s just impossible to keep your promise, discuss the situation with your child and see if they’ll let you “off the hook.&#

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

In most cases simple can be translated as realistic, cost effective, quick to adopt, and fast to implement. I particularly like your sensible and simple "realistic, cost effective, quick to adopt, and fast to implement." Many a skilled leader has fallen prey to this circumstance. You can see my reply there.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

They are hard working individuals who have the potential to be leaders based on their knowledge, skills, and the behaviors and attitudes they display. They are eager to learn new skills and take on additional responsibilities and bigger challenges. Influencing skills. What skills and behaviors do they have? Communication.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Watching how she instructs and interacts with the children in her class, I am reminded of many of the important skills a leader needs to demonstrate. After confering with the elders and leaders in the town, she was told that it cost money to go to school. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. For example, Ms.

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Miles Anthony Smith

DECEMBER 10, 2018

But don’t be discouraged; for many the hard work is worth it when you consider the freedom over your own time and finances. However, networking is a skill that can be learned like any other, so begin practicing in your current role until you feel confident enough to network for yourself.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 24, 2011

One half of building business is supplying quality products or services; the other half is skill in building relationships. For example, as a designer/writer, my skills are not well applied to bookkeeping or financial management. This skill takes practice. Toastmasters is great for honing presentation skills). Test ideas.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

At least for the first while, while you get them skilled up to where they need to be. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Depending on who your customers are, you may find yourself forced to make some kind of plan to hire these individuals – who are, almost by definition, going to be a drain on your company.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 25, 2013

This is the latest step in the company''s journey to dramatically reduce the cost of space travel, and follows the first private resupply of the International Space Station with the launch of their Falcon 9 rocket and Dragon spacecraft last fall. Musk quickly zeroed in on the one area ripe for innovation: cost reduction.

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Chris Brady

APRIL 8, 2010

It costs less than $1 per day to take care of the children in this particular orphange; ask anyone in the US to live on that and they would say it's not "fair" It's sad to see the state of our nation, and where it's heading. I think it's grreat that you have this skill. » April 08, 2010 Victim or Victor?

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 20, 2010

Leaders who rest on their laurels without making the effort to develop their skills will eventually be overtaken by those who view leadership as a professional skill to be developed and refined. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. In the right situations and the right times, the right leader will emerge.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

Communication skills are so essential for leaders that it is simply impossible to become a great leader without being a great communicator. Oddly enough, the key to becoming a skillful communicator is rarely found in what has been taught in the world of academia. Communicate more effectively.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2010

So, do you have the skills and perspective to thrive under pressure and to succeed, or will you implode when faced with a challenge? Just as a diamond cannot be polished without friction, neither can you fully develop your skills without them being tested by adversity. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo.

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Chris Brady

JULY 11, 2010

How Mr. Covey pointed out low trust leads to high cost and slow speed, but high trust leads to low cost and quick speeds. Learning to travel light is such a great skill, one my wife has taught my family well. Posted by: Eric Norman | July 11, 2010 at 09:02 AM Great article, so true, now about those pull ups. always insightful.

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