N2Growth Blog

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. Tenure Inhibits Change and Cripples Innovation : Organizations that favor tenure also tend to be prone to majoring in the minors.

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N2Growth Blog

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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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Over the years I have observed countless examples of people who jeopardize their future to satisfy an emotional need, when what they should have done was protect their future by exhibiting control over their emotions.

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N2Growth Blog

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.” In fact, look no further than the current business innovations to seek validation for my assertions. Bottom line…While I can appreciate eloquent and detailed word pictures, they are not always needed.

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N2Growth Blog

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.

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N2Growth Blog

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.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

For example, I’m a visionary leader. Wishing you memorable quality time with your loved ones. 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. I see the big picture.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

While optimism is generally a great quality for a CEO to possess, there is a point at which unbridled optimism can disconnect a person from reality. moravecglobal Here's another example of disconnected leadership and the consequences for, in this case, students, faculty and taxpayers. Best wishes for continued success Marlyn.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

If what you’re seeking is lasting relationships, long-term success, and a better quality of life (in and out of the workplace) then you’ll be well served to forgo the pompous acts of the arrogant, and substitute the humility and quiet confidence displayed by true leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Fear based motivations don’t instill loyalty, create trust, build morale, inspire creativity, attract talent, or drive innovation. There seems to be way too much focus on “ me” and not enough focus on “ we” in today’s world. Remember that respect is earned, and fear is imposed.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

Howard Schultz is known to show-up at various Starbucks locations and stand in line to order a coffee to measure the quality of his experience. 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.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

A good example of this comes from a recent study from Ohio State University, which highlights the growing number of Chinese scientists who are returning to China having previously worked in the United States, with the corresponding boost this provides to Chinese research productivity. Scientific power. “The U.S. scientific system.”

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

Post frequency is an often debated topic, but how often you post isn’t as important as meeting whatever commitment you make, and doing so with quality content. You are a great example of someone cultivating community around your blog by responding personally to all comments. link] Peter Hi Mike, Thank you for another fine post.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

These salespeople lacked the qualities I describe as heart and soul. – Michael Lee Stallard helps leaders at organizations such as General Electric, Google, Johnson & Johnson, NASA and Yale-New Haven Hospital boost productivity, innovation and overall performance. Another fine example of heart and soul.

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Lead on Purpose

MARCH 1, 2010

Your credibility — the quality or power of inspiring belief — grows in much the same way. 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!

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JULY 27, 2010

Not in the traditional sense that those of us who work in the corporate world may think, but nonetheless he is an example for us. 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. What shape are they in today?

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Just to refresh, if you have seen the delightful holiday movie Elf , you are familiar with the endearing qualities of child-like hope and wonder “Buddy the Elf” exudes. If they are feeling your brand understands them and their needs, is innovative, is a good value, and cares about them, they are now ready to jump in and interact with you.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

Even the term change, a concept once reserved for the innovative and revolutionary, has been hi-jacked by the politically correct. They are admirable qualities so long as they don’t take precedence over, ignore, or contradict truth. These characteristics should be present in all human beings.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 10, 2009

Filed under: Leadership , Purpose , Trust Tagged: | investments , relationships , responsibility , success « Capturing ideas What matters in 2010? Reply MAPping Company Success , on January 3, 2010 at 11:34 pm said: [.] Reply Brain Abed , on October 17, 2010 at 8:34 pm said: have been reading ur blog around three days.

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Mike Cardus

DECEMBER 7, 2010

Design by 12GrainStudio 12 Steps to Task Achievement in Teams Tuesday, December 07th, 2010 Posted by: mike 3 circles image = TM John Adair (1) Leading & Working in teams 3 areas of focus are necessary; Task : the need to accomplish the common task or solve a problem. All rights reserved. Powered by WordPress.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

Great leaders intrinsically understand that team building catalyzes collaboration, creates both disruptive and incremental innovation, facilitates a certainty of execution, and is one of the key foundational elements associated with creating a dynamic corporate culture.

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Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 14, 2010

For example, the first one (on page 11) gives you tools to help you get more involved in the Social Web. It’s difficult for me to do justice to the quality and value of this book. on August 15, 2010 at 4:02 am said: Very very kind of you. The book is chock-full of sidebars with actionable ideas. I HIGHLY recommend it!

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Mike Cardus

DECEMBER 22, 2010

For example an individual who has specialized talent in one area and is producing great work, gets promoted. For example Marketing development that requires a level of thinking, ability, and accessibility to resources that only the Marketing VP has. Dec 2010 I must say, the idea has merit. Dec 2010 Thanks David.

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Lead on Purpose

JULY 24, 2009

When you’re the leader, spend quality time with your people to stay connected.&# Reply Karr , on January 13, 2010 at 5:45 am said: ??? ?? ????? ????? ?????? ???????? ?????? ????? ? ???? ???????? ????? ????? ???? ?????????? He did this twice a week and met with nearly everyone in 29 weeks. Michael Reply ????? ???????? ,

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Lead on Purpose

JULY 1, 2009

A great example of enduring leadership was Samuel Adams , one of the Founding Fathers of the United States. A recent IBD article illustrates the important qualities of strength and courage that helped Adams not only endure but also succeed: “Samuel Adams’ success came from his willingness to work tirelessly for the cause of liberty.

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Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 16, 2009

On Purpose: Product managers have to be leaders (in the true sense of the word) because they have the responsibility on their shoulders to get products out the door on time, with high quality and under budget. One Response Ona Matney , on February 5, 2010 at 8:31 am said: Hi. Therefore, they need to be leaders and do it on purpose.

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Deming Institute

JUNE 30, 2020

In one of his conversations found on YouTube and posted on January 11, 2010 (the year following his death), Dr. Ackoff provides the following insight about leaders doing the “right and wrong” things in the systems they lead: Peter Drucker said “There’s a difference between doing things right and doing the right thing.”

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Women in the LEAD

JUNE 6, 2010

The little girl in the video below is an unexpected teacher, but by her example, she demonstrates how to stay positive.   It helps you transcend whatever happens.  It helps you transcend whatever happens. It ignites HOPE inside. It helps you create and hold a new VISION.  A dear friend shared this one with me.

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QAspire

DECEMBER 8, 2009

With wrong examples around, people are bound to underperform, get de-motivated and hence, disengaged. » Instinctively Reactive Leaders – Another Cost — January 6, 2010 @ 5:17 am RSS feed for comments on this post. This (invisible) cost is huge and most of the times, beyond the scope of recovery.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

This blog was recently nominated for Kevin Eikenberry’s Best Leadership Blogs of 2010 , and I noticed recently that Kevin was taking heat from the gender police for having only one woman on the list of nominees. Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. Have a great Thanksgiving Sir.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 29, 2010

Friday, October 29th, 2010 Posted by: mike Facilitating a corporate group the other day every time the question was asked: “If we were to repeat this process what could you and group repeat to be successful?” they had counter-examples to utilize. All rights reserved. Powered by WordPress. List some steps that are successful so far.

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Lead on Purpose

JUNE 25, 2009

Do you set the example by following the team, department or company guidelines without failure? Elvis Ukpaka Leadership Coach Reply Leadership and Kindergarten :: ProductMarketing.com , on November 13, 2010 at 4:07 pm said: [.] Rules – Kindergartners as well as leaders learn that rules are established as a pattern of consistency.

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Women in the LEAD

FEBRUARY 14, 2012

As I've been watching recent reactions to change in many directions, I've thought many times of Mrs. Rosa Parks' example, as the well-known Mother of the Civil Rights Movement in the US. I've always loved the leadership example Rosa Parks set for all of us as women. She set the example of the power of feminine dignity.

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Mills Scofield

FEBRUARY 8, 2013

Last month, we learned about Geneca's journey into creating a culture of innovation within the company. Cone proclaimed in 2010 that “cause marketing as we know it is dead” “Slapping a ribbon” on a product, website, or advertisement was now perceived as inauthentic. Thumbs Up From the CEO.

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Women in the LEAD

SEPTEMBER 21, 2009

As I've been watching recent reactions to change in many directions, I've thought many times of Mrs. Rosa Parks' example, as the well-known Mother of the Civil Rights Movement in the US. I've always loved the leadership example Rosa Parks set for all of us as women. Also,  Also, men could learn from it too.

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Women in the LEAD

FEBRUARY 1, 2010

I took their subtle suggestions that following their example would be good - being tough-minded and all business , including the navy blue suit, white "shirt and tie" that defined business attire at IBM at that time. In the process, I began to use all the lessons learned in my early years, adding my feminine qualities as key asset.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 6, 2014

And yet, when I go “outside,” I constantly see health care providers working brilliantly together in innovative ways that I had not even imagined. Here are just five examples of the dozens of innovations out there that make my head and my heart hurt. It makes my chest ache with envy.

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