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JANUARY 20, 2011

As always, I welcome your comments below – I be particularly interested in any examples of effective methods you’ve used to curtail gossip. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. This post was mentioned on Twitter by Mike Henry Sr. and Mike Myatt, Michelle. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

However I believe the more important emotional trait for CEOs and entrepreneurs to gain mastery over is what I call EC or emotional control. After all, being in touch with your emotions, as well as being in tune with the emotions of others is an important trait for any leader to possess.

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JULY 6, 2010

Mike Myatt : Can you cite any specific examples of individuals whom you believe constitute great examples of leadership? Marshall Goldsmith : While I could offer many examples, three individuals come to mind: General (Ret.)

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

A great example of this would be carving out time in your already too busy schedule to mentor someone in your organization with great potential. For example, when we allow our people to work with boundaries instead of rules, they will find the best way to accomplish a task. Being good at the utilization of commodities.

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JULY 8, 2010

Probably the greatest example of the power of brevity comes from what is widely considered to be the greatest speech in American history: “The Gettysburg Address.&# Contrast Lincoln’s brilliant example of the power of brevity with the keynote speech that day.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Kevin also hosts the Best of Leadership Blogs 2010 contest of which this blog is a nominee (if you haven’t voted yet, today is the last day for voting). Here are just some examples for you to consider: Do you say you care about your people, your organization and your Customers? How does your walk prove it?

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APRIL 25, 2010

Here’s an example…Even in this day and age, it is still not that uncommon to find large corporations and government agencies with IT silos built upon mainframe computing solutions. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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JUNE 14, 2010

My engagements with CEOs often focus on helping them to embrace change through disruptive innovation. There are examples of companies throughout history and across every sector that have either failed to embrace disruptive business models, or have failed to maintain their once disruptive edge.

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MARCH 18, 2010

A specific example of this would be that while a company’s business plan may not change for a number of years, the company’s business model consistently evolve, or may even need to be reengineered to insure the execution of its business plan. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth.

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JULY 26, 2010

Great contrasting examples of confidence vs. arrogance as it applies to leadership would be the quiet confidence of World War II Generals’ Omar Bradley and Dwight Eisenhower vs. the often outrageous arrogance of Generals’ George Patton and Douglas MacArthur. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

For example, I’m a visionary leader. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. We all have certain God-given gifts. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 11, 2010

One of my favorite examples of what I described in the paragraph above is the weak leader who cannot deal with subordinates who use emotional deceit as a weapon of destruction. Conflict rarely resolves itself…In fact, conflict normally escalates if not dealt with proactively and properly.

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JANUARY 16, 2011

Let me offer just a few examples to help connect the dots: Recording artists that release too many CDs over too short of a time period hurt their own appeal. I’ll close today’s post with a prime example of personal branding overexposure that while a pet-peeve of mine, will certainly draw the ire of many. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

While I could cite many examples of what I just described, a particularly good one is the use of the phrase “social media.” Tools like email, instant messaging, texting, blogging and micro-blogging are all examples of shortening our communications to leverage speed and time to our advantage.

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JANUARY 10, 2011

I agree that actions speak louder than words and lead by example is a great way to generate committed followers. I can easily use Moses as an example. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. We must slow down the technology speed and its consequences. Once again, great post.

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

I want to frame my thoughts on the topic of significance by beginning with an excerpt from my book “ Leadership Matters…The CEO Survival Manual “: “By the time you reach the CEO level you should be striving to move beyond success and towards significance.

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DECEMBER 1, 2010

The difference between the two aforementioned examples is that great leaders have mastered the art of finding the right message regardless of the medium, market, or constituency being addressed. Contrast this with the feelings you have when you hear an awful sound-bite that makes a leader look either uninformed or unintelligent.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Posted on November 29th, 2010 by admin in Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Bonus or no bonus? That is the question.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Remember that great CEOs see themselves not as masters of the universe, but as inspirational servants, catalysts, teachers, and team builders…Again, I would strongly encourage you to think “leader&# and not “dictator.&# Reflect back to your time as a student…which educators brought out the best in you?

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

He had a CEO of his own ego that kept him focused on the larger goals and visions – those that exceeded self-interest. I'm in complete agreement with you on Abraham Lincoln as a great example of balanced leadership. I laughed so hard I couldn't answer the call.

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APRIL 5, 2010

Posted on August 31st, 2010 by admin in Leadership By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth “Who the * is in charge around here?&# This normally occurs in crisis/emergency/volunteer situations – for an example of this please read Wally Bock’s excellent post yesterday.

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MARCH 23, 2010

Oh, and by the way…if you’re a CEO you better have a very clear understanding of what your customers are experiencing at every level of interaction across your enterprise. Great CEOs personally experience their business as a consistent consumer of its services. Richard Branson is a frequent passenger on Virgin flights.

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MAY 16, 2010

Posted on October 13th, 2010 by admin in Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth How dumb is your business? Take Google, for example. Interestingly enough, I think your example of Google is a great one. link] Mark Vickers Do you have any data to support this?

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MARCH 31, 2010

If not, it should…The overly slick professional always makes me want to grab my wallet and run… Let me be transparent and use my personal situation as an example. While they shouldn’t, the reality is that they most certainly do.

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DECEMBER 5, 2010

If all enterprises had socially acceptable values and based all behavior on those values, how would that have changed the outcomes of things like, for example, Enron Corporation, Bernard L. These are some examples of why I think values and their purpose is essential to any discussion of vision and mission.

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

In fact, I would submit there is no better example of how to leave a lasting impact through a sustaining legacy than what was modeled by Jesus. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. That said, just as is the case with secular universities there is also room for improvement. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 9, 2010

You bring up Apple, a shining example (no pun intended) of design being part and parcel of brand. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. Let me make my position very clear…design absolutely matters. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

For what it's worth, I think what you've accomplished at LeadChange is a great example of using social media to add value and create relationships. What would have happened, I wonder, if the audience had been a group of professional leaders, say military officers, or CEOs, people used to making decisions and acting quickly?

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DECEMBER 6, 2010

Accounting/Finance: This group is often completely ignored by product management. The same holds true for the CEO and executives at smaller companies. Product managers hold a unique position in the company: they depend on people from other groups, but they do not have managerial authority over those people (in most cases).

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

If you’re a CEO who doesn’t leverage conflict for team building and leadership development purposes you’re missing a great opportunity. link] #FollowFriday 24-09-2010 Mike Myatt « A Dime a Dozen Small Business, Tech and Talk [.] Where there is disagreement there is an inherent potential for growth and development.

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DECEMBER 7, 2010

This is simply due to the fact that more people want to hear what a high profile CEO or entrepreneur has to say. You are a great example of someone cultivating community around your blog by responding personally to all comments. Taking into account the above considerations, not everyone can or should blog.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

This post is a great example of facing up to the expedient and popular trend of using no as a silver bullet. Copyright/Legal Privacy Resources Sitemap N2Growth Blog © Copyright 2010 N2Growth. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Let’s use an example of a common problem that most businesses face at some point in their lifecycle (if not at multiple points) which is needing to implement a certain application or toolset to automate an existing manual process. And what are your strategic goals?

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AUGUST 12, 2010

If you are a CEO or entrepreneur and don’t see team building as a priority, then the text the follows is written for you. However CEOs that implement a well thought out and clearly articulated vision, create a sense of stability and a bond of trust amongst the ranks.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Hopefully their example will raise the standards of leadership in our national life. link] mikemyatt Hi Roy: Thanks for sharing these stories…powerful examples of why we can never forget what happened on 9/11. We owe deep debts of honor to so many people for their service on that horrendous day, and in the years afterward.

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

I listened to esteemed business school professors, two Nobel laureates, bestselling authors, and some of the world’s most successful CEOs. One example from my latest book, Ruthless Focus, is Staples. I hope this post is a game changer for you… As most of you know, I spent last week at the World Business Forum in New York.

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JANUARY 23, 2011

Perhaps "reward" a staff member that does something particularly well, for example, keeping track of sales calls or following up with potential clients, by letting that person contribute to the training. This does not have to be a time or money consuming activity.

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