Lead on Purpose

MAY 31, 2010

Filed under: Leadership , Knowledge , Learning , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | learn , opportunity , value , Mark Sanborn , design « Five championship strategies Book Review: Here Comes Everybody » Like Be the first to like this post. Thank you for commenting.

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Lead on Purpose

MARCH 30, 2010

Trust is key to understanding your customers and your market. This focus has come primarily from reading The Speed of Trust by Stephen M.R. He discusses the concept of building a trust account, which is similar to a bank account. . To effectively work with development, sales and other teams in your organization you must gain their trust.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 8, 2011

Some examples: I never load software anymore – in fact I don’t even use my CD/DVD player. Over the past 25 to 30 years, technology has been zipping along the mainframe to desktop route and the entire tech institution has been riding along with it (and profiting greatly from it). I carry my laptop less and less. Unported License.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 18, 2010

If my final score is who I want to be — a man or woman of integrity, of honesty, of virtue, of hard work, of ethics — then I can sustain setbacks and difficulties that come. This is the career record of Larry Gelwix, coach of the Highland High rugby team (Salt Lake City) for more than three decades.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 3, 2010

ARMY DRILL SERGEANT CREED “I will lead by example, never requiring a soldier to attempt any task that I would not do myself.&# To be a strong leader, you need to show an unshakeable work ethic. It’s a tough example to live up too, but by leading by example you show, rather than tell, what’s to be expected of them.

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Lead on Purpose

APRIL 10, 2010

They expect marketers to stop pitching things and start helping them understand how they can get what they need. Please see Product Marketing for Start-ups on the Product Management Pulse. They expect product managers to show them how their products can solve problems and help them succeed.

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Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

They focus on this marketing campaign or that new technology, and lose track of what’s most important. A company’s success is ultimately a roll-up of all products and services selling for a profit. A company’s success is ultimately a roll-up of all products and services selling for a profit.

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 24, 2009

Integrity is a “steadfast adherence to a strict moral or ethical code.&# It means you are true to your word in all you do and people can trust you because you do what you say. The word integrity has deep meaning and is often intermingled with words like honesty and truthfulness. Theme: Digg 3 Column by WP Designer.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 19, 2010

One quick example: my main product serves a two-sided network. Filed under: Trust , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | requirements , change , flexibility « Book Review: Trust Agents Lucky breaks » Like Be the first to like this post. It’s been nothing short of transformational.

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Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 20, 2010

2 Responses davidburkus , on October 20, 2010 at 12:50 pm said: I’ve always thought we ought measure leaders by this: did they get to the goal or not? Reply Michael Ray Hopkin , on November 8, 2010 at 9:29 pm said: David, thanks for your comment. A bit binary I know, but I like its simplicity.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 8, 2010

Markets change quickly. Filed under: Leadership , Knowledge , Learning , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | persistence , Learning , loyalty « Creating value Social media summit » Like Be the first to like this post. Great leaders are learners. They read voraciously. They write and teach what they learn.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 26, 2010

Here are some examples: The majority of business issues usually begin with bad communication. Let me begin by saying that this doesn’t mean if your company’s stock drops it is directly related to your fights with your spouse (then again. ). Establish A Contract With Your Team. When Is It Right To Question Authority At Work?

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Lead on Purpose

APRIL 20, 2010

One the most effective ways to create value for your company is to become an expert at market sensing. To the extent you guide your company to create and sell the right products and services for your market, you will become the hero of your organization. What significance do you bring to the table?

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Product managers need to provide direction for how a product should be built, and through your understanding of the market, give them assurance they are building the right product. Marketing: When most people hear the word ‘marketing,’ the duties of PR and marcom are how they usually interpret it.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 29, 2010

They don’t seem to work any harder than you, they don’t appear to be more intelligent, and they certainly are not more handsome. Theme: Digg 3 Column by WP Designer.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 22, 2010

Online Marketing Degrees : Provides information to people who are seeking a college degree in Marketing. They recently featured Lead on Purpose in their 2010 Top Management Blogs awards. They have five campuses in the upper mid-west and Florida, and a major presence on-line.

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Lead on Purpose

JANUARY 4, 2010

This first Leadership Development Carnival in 2010 provides links to 50 posts — what Dan calls “the Best of 2009.&# The links include posts on topics such as building better leaders, measuring employee engagement and building corporate trust. Theme: Digg 3 Column by WP Designer.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 28, 2009

Filed under: Leadership Tagged: | influence , position , principles , success , vision « What matters in 2010? 3 Responses Chris Fillebrown , on January 1, 2010 at 8:07 pm said: In October of 2009 I started the Frame of Reference blog to focus on the innovation space. Thank you for your insight.

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Lead on Purpose

APRIL 5, 2010

4 Responses Travis Jensen , on April 9, 2010 at 3:00 pm said: It is easy to let the many issues that come up as a regular part of product management overwhelm you. Reply Michael Ray Hopkin , on April 13, 2010 at 3:31 pm said: Travis, great point. Michael Reply Kermit , on May 4, 2010 at 9:49 am said: Nice post.

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Lead on Purpose

MARCH 1, 2010

3 Responses The 7 Lesson Series of Attraction Marketing That You Should Not Ignore | Network Marketer Professional , on March 5, 2010 at 11:40 am said: [.] Reply Geoff Snyder , on March 27, 2010 at 12:53 am said: Hi Michael! Reply Michael Ray Hopkin , on March 28, 2010 at 6:42 pm said: Geoff, thanks for the nice comment.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 23, 2009

Filed under: Leadership , Purpose Tagged: | beliefs , Bob Buford , career , Halftime , significance , success « Building your position Real-world examples of customer service » Like Be the first to like this post. I recommend this book for people who are looking to create significance in the second half of their lives.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 15, 2010

Filed under: Techology , Market-driven , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | social media , Chris Brogan , Julien Smith , Mitch Joel , community , tribe « Leadership and learning Five championship strategies » Like Be the first to like this post.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 25, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Real Dysfunction Today, Hidden in Plain Sight Published by Michael Lee Stallard on August 25, 2010 04:42 pm under Uncategorized Many individuals and organizations today are in a funk. What can you do? Take time to connect. Just connect.

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Lead on Purpose

FEBRUARY 22, 2010

The rules that apply to personal success also apply to product success (with some adaptations): discover the value of ideas for new products by doing market research; understand the personas, the potential users and buyers of the products; then “plant the seeds&# of the product by writing clear requirements and designs.

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

The marketing team has a message they want to send about the new product. Filed under: Leadership , Team Building , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | language « Lucky breaks Book Review: The Leader Who had no Title » Like Be the first to like this post.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 11, 2010

Filed under: Leadership , Learning , Purpose , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | commitment , Seth Godin , Chris Brogan , Julien Smith , Trust Agents , Tribes , criticism « Feedback Book Review: Trust Agents » Like Be the first to like this post. I’m blogging to learn, not to make money.

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 21, 2010

at 9:50 AM Steve Jobs and Seth Godin are good examples of powerful presentations without using bullet points. I do understand that there are dense informational presentations (advisory or financial reports) – but if you are presenting an idea – bullets tend to bore, not inform. Also – simplify – less info is more.

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

Posted on September 27, 2010 by Michael Ray Hopkin Titles are an interesting concept. The owner makes sure his product meets market needs. 5 Responses Jim Holland , on September 27, 2010 at 9:04 am said: Mike – great post. 5 Responses Jim Holland , on September 27, 2010 at 9:04 am said: Mike – great post.

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N2Growth Blog

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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Blog Mission Statement Tactics Objective 344

Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 1, 2010

Figure 1: The Interbrand Best 100 Global Brands 2010 A look at two brands’ performances from this year’s table offers insight into how brands can navigate today’s marketplace. Santander, which made its debut on this year’s list, is a best-case example of a brand that stayed true to its brand promise and saw it pay off.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 25, 2009

A few examples will illustrate: Children and toys: When parents give a child every toy she wants, she gets bored with them and they end up scattered all around the house. When this happens it’s usually because he or she has not carried the responsibility of the business and does not have the work ethic his or her parents had.

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Ethics Taylorism Taylor Godin 154

Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 6, 2010

Filed under: Leadership , Trust , Purpose , Product Management / Marketing Tagged: | success , relationships , loyalty , Tommy Spaulding , ROR , empathy « Leadership — what you leave Three practices of successful product managers » Like Be the first to like this post.

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Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 5, 2010

How long did it take to put into practice the things you learned? Conversely, how long did it take to forget the details of the information conveyed in the training? Theme: Digg 3 Column by WP Designer.

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Lead on Purpose

FEBRUARY 6, 2010

6 Responses ProductiveJohn , on February 7, 2010 at 9:45 am said: Clear leadership for me means the following: 1. result oriented) Reply Michael Ray Hopkin , on February 7, 2010 at 6:02 pm said: Excellent points. I know who is the leader in-charge. appointed or positional) 2. The group recognizes the leader as the leader.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 29, 2009

Leaders who understand the markets they sell to and take advantage of new opportunities will receive the same rewards Dr. Dyer expresses for individuals. Using them up in any self-defeating ways means you’ve lost them forever. This same philosophy also applies to companies and organizations.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 10, 2009

Working with people on other teams, spending time with customers and understanding your markets take a lot of time. Filed under: Leadership , Purpose , Trust Tagged: | investments , relationships , responsibility , success « Capturing ideas What matters in 2010? » Like Be the first to like this post. Good stuff, as [.]

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Women on Business

JANUARY 4, 2011

There are many young men whose fathers give extremely poor examples for becoming men of character. How do you teach a boy about truth, promise-keeping, and concern for others when the most prominent example in his life is doing the exact opposite? Am I setting the right example? Attributes we’d like NOT to teach our children.

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