Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 28, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Five Minutes – a Key to Successful Time Management by Kevin Eikenberry on January 28, 2011 in Decision Making , Leadership , Learning , Manage Projects , Personal Development Every leader I talk to tells me they are busy.

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Sales Wolf Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

SHRM - Society for Human Resource Managment Indispensible for the HR Professional!  Today I would like to feature a powerful collection of free downloadable tools and resources from The Management Center.  Enjoy!

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AUGUST 8, 2010

Acclaimed journalist, author and political activist Barbara Ehrenreich explores the darker side of positive thinking. Being sunny and positive will not make it happen and you can relax into the idea that tomorrow will be a new day. His book Just Ask Leadership - Why Great Managers Always Ask The Right Questions (McGraw Hill 2009).

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Question: We’ve brought in a number of high priced consultants to perform a business case analysis. StrategyDriven Response: There are many reasons for hiring consultants. Therefore, the consultants were hired to augment the labor pool. The reason for engaging consultants should always be understood prior to hiring them.

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QAspire

AUGUST 26, 2010

Home Go to QAspire.com Guest Posts Disclaimer Training Middle Managers On People Management Basics Here is a simple idea: Whenever you have a new manager (project manager/departmental leader) joining in your organization, put him/her through a simple training program on how to manage people.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

I’ve seen many an executive or consultant attempt to identify leaders with interviews, tests, evaluations, etc., By that I mean practice areas that serve no real purpose other than to generate a revenue stream for a coach or consultant, or justify headcount within a department. Identifying leaders? only to fail in miserable fashion.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Thirdly, If you cannot help to create positive changes then get out as quickly as you can. As always, I welcome your comments below. In the end, I would consult with your friends and family to determine whether or not the toxic work environment is bleeding into your personal life.

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In the CEO Afterlife

OCTOBER 17, 2011

by John • October 17, 2011 • Branding , Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 3 Comments. The conversation in the 2011 branding world is well beyond product and service brand discussion by marketers and ad agencies. The blemish is the abdication of brand attention by top management.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 24, 2011

Question: We’ve brought in a number of high priced consultants to perform a business case analysis. StrategyDriven Response: There are many reasons for hiring consultants. Therefore, the consultants were hired to augment the labor pool. The reason for engaging consultants should always be understood prior to hiring them.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 20, 2012

president of Simon Associates Management Consultants. Women’s skills were more flexible and they held more ‘knowledge’ positions than their male counterparts, particularly in the manufacturing and construction industries. million in 2011. Her husband left his real estate firm to run her office and manage the company.

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Great Leadership By Dan

AUGUST 26, 2011

Guest post by John Mattone , Business Author, Senior Faculty Member of Talent Management Alliance and President of Executive Development Associates (EDA), a global leadership consulting firm that specializes in executive assessment, development, and coaching. Achieving this is certainly easier said than done.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 16, 2010

Even worse is when those sound-bites are used in an attempt to make statements which embolden a corporate position that doesn’t really even exist to begin with. I’m not talking about inviting your HR manager to attend the meeting for a few minutes, but rather having a C-level talent executive with a regular seat at the table.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2010

That said, my typical pro-marketing position assumes that certain key fundamentals are in place to insure that the lunatics don’t somehow become in charge of the asylum. with the only outcomes being failed initiatives and splintered management teams.

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Sales Wolf Blog

APRIL 11, 2011

I like to start off each week by highlighting five posts from the HR, talent management, and leadership development blogosphere that I found to be especially good reading during the past week. Below are my picks for April 4th - 10th, 2011.

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In the CEO Afterlife

MAY 23, 2011

by John • May 23, 2011 • Branding , Marketing • 3 Comments. Nabob was positioned as the brand that took endless care to select only the best coffee beans for its blends. Ironically, this slogan was not created by an ad agency but by an Allstate sales manager in 1950. May 23, 2011 at 4:50 pm. Main menu Home.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Are you approachable, positive, affable, trustworthy, a person of character and integrity, or are you someone who is standoffish, pessimistic and generally not to be trusted? link] mikemyatt Well said Greg – as with most things in life, maintaining a balance creates a positive outcome.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Entrepreneur, CEO or Both? Perhaps you were the right person for the job initially, but has the company outgrown your management ability? Which hat, or hats do you wear?

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JANUARY 19, 2011

January 19th, 2011 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus Today’s guest post is from Mike Figliuolo at The thoughtLEADERS Blog. If no one on your team is capable of being trained for your role, you need to know others in the organization (or even outside the company) who would be good fits for your position. Stay in touch with those people.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 2, 2010

There are many so-called management gurus in today’s politically correct world who would take great exception to what I’m putting forth in today’s post. I strongly recommend to all business leaders that they learn to develop a command presence, and lead from a committed and passionate position of strength.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2010

Turn setbacks into development opportunities by asking positive questions such as: What are the positives surrounding this situation? I'm always appreciative of the positive feedback. Setbacks happen…don’t be discouraged, learn from them, deal with them, and move on. How can I make the most of this situation?

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Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 19, 2017

An increasingly divided political climate has had many companies—large and small, new and legacy—across industries stepping up and taking positions on issues typically outside the realm of business. Profound changes in cultural sentiment are shifting the landscape for business. They considered these brands leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2010

The politician makes speeches and promises motivated by pride, ego, notoriety, power, position, stature, and personal success. Contrast this with a statesman who keeps commitments, is motivated by service above and beyond self, and by making a lasting positive difference. Do you see the difference yet between politicians and statesmen?

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO. I think you’ll find that your view of the world will change dramatically when you rely upon your own observations, as opposed to what you read in a management report, or what you hear third or fourth hand in a meeting.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

Let me make my position very clear…design absolutely matters. While this position may seem a bit harsh, it is nonetheless true. I could go on ad nauseum with similar questions, but my guess is that you get my point… Now let’s examine the flip-side of the coin by looking at the positives associated with strong design.

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In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 10, 2011

by John • April 11, 2011 • Human Resources , Strategy • 0 Comments. The leaders of these companies aren’t ‘managing the store’; they’re building new stores. Twenty-five years ago Apple’s board recommended Steve Jobs step down and leave the guidance of the company to a ‘professional manager’. In the CEO Afterlife.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 14, 2013

Particularly for leadership positions, internal candidates have a leg up on the inner workings of your organization. A recent study (Bidwell, 2011) found that external hires cost 20% more and performed worse on the job. Jazmine has consulted with numerous Fortune 100 and 500 organizations such as Citigroup, The Hartford, Con-way Inc.,

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

They would take the position that gossip is just part of human nature, and that gossip will always exist in any type of environment where social dynamics are present. The old saying “it is what it is” is only true until you decide to make a difference.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

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. link] ATIG Dear Mike, As a coach and consultant, you know the common misconceptions about discipline(Personal and professional are not the same). Thanks for the great insights Tom.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Just having a definition for what constitutes acceptable behavior is a positive step in containing the crazies. Understanding the WIIFM Factor : Understanding the other person’s WIIFM (What’s In It For Me) position is critical. If conflict does flare up, you will likely minimize its severity by dealing with it quickly.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 20, 2010

If we’re to be honest with ourselves, as opposed to defending a particular position to suit our needs, we’ve all known born leaders…They are those affable individuals that posses charisma and presence combined with the ability to make good decisions that people have flocked to since an early age.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

The most rewarding thing for me is always when I receive a message from a person that tells me that I’ve made a positive difference in their life. This is a dangerous position for anyone who loses perspective. Marshall Goldsmith : It has nothing little to do with awards, recognitions, books, etc.,

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

In the business world, as a chief executive officer or entrepreneur, corporate messaging is the key to both your personal and professional positioning strategy. They will not compromise their core beliefs simply to manipulate the outcome of a specific situation.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 18, 2011

While this sounds simple enough at face value, I have consistently found that one of the most often overlooked leadership attributes is that of a positive attitude. Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader. ” Show me a CEO with a bad attitude and I’ll show you a poor leader.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Opposing positions, competitive tensions, power struggles, ego, pride, jealousy, performance discrepancies, compensation issues, just someone having a bad day, etc. Case in point…have you ever witnessed an employee throw a fit of rage and resign their position in the heat of the moment? So, what creates conflict in the workplace?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 10, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe The Differences Between Feedback and Advice, and Why It Matters by Kevin Eikenberry on January 10, 2011 in Devloping Others , Leadership , Learning Feedback and advice. I shall act on your advice. Feedback and advice.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2010

As a CEO you have the ability to influence positive changes, and to make contributions well beyond those who have not been afforded the same opportunities, and it would be nothing short of tragic for you not to clearly understand this. Is the pursuit of success or significance driving your quest in 2011?

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

Then, when they ask questions they eagerly position themselves as the student, LISTEN and learn. The central idea is both simple and powerful: the job or position is a shared situation. They gain their valuable perspectives by asking questions that elicit factual, emotional, direct, candid answers.

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