N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

Let me be clear that I’m not advocating brand snobbery, just astute brand management based on time tested success principles. Intelligent brands create at least some level of focused planning surrounding the issue of access to prevent overexposure. Once a brand is overexposed it becomes commoditized, diluted, and ultimately.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2010

While I believe bonus structures to be a key component of successful compensation plans, if current employees are generally happy with the existing comp plan and are hitting performance goals there may not be the need to add another layer to the comp plan. I hope these thoughts help. Thanks for stopping by Deb.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

Then we have to deconstruct our abilities in each area, map a tactical plan to get better and measure our progress. In whatever role we choose to excel, we first must 'know' the inter-connected elements that define competency. Short of this, saying we need to be more disciplined is like shooting at a target in the fog.

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MAY 16, 2010

If your company’s long-term business plan requires the acquisition, or retention of the uber employee then your business not only has a risk management issue, but it is likely not scalable. However I am clearly stating that you don’t want to be dependant upon tier-one talent.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Now that you have your grade in hand, create a plan for consistent and sustainable growth in your leadership ability and review it regularly taking measure of your progress or lack thereof.

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

Is the pursuit of success or significance driving your quest in 2011? They don’t give because their accountant told them to, or for estate planning purposes, they give to make a difference. Did the attainment of your 2010 goals lead you closer to success or significance?

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APRIL 5, 2010

Ultimately I see struggles on both secular and spiritual fronts regarding managers and subordinate leaders executing the vision and plans set forth by upper level leaders. I make sure that I am totally prepared to take responsibility for failures of those I manage and serve. Thanks for adding the keen insights Jim.

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MARCH 23, 2010

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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OCTOBER 20, 2010

They find ways to consistently engage them and incorporate them into their innovation and planning initiatives. As the old saying goes, if you’re not taking care of your customers, someone else will be more than happy to. Successful leaders focus on customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 6, 2011

It is the first item on the Eurasia Group's Top Risks for 2011. The G-8 was superseded by the G-20 during the financial crisis, and at first the members cooperated well to prevent a global economic collapse. We're in the midst of an international currency war," Guido Mantega , Brazil's Finance Minister, said last September.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Adam Williams “Where there is no vision, the people perish.&# I’ve tended to think this implies an enduring purpose, guided by a moral framework – values.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

We did not formulate our own style but tweaked it to our leadership style and vision plan. My suggestion is to stay on course and adopt an uncommon management and style that facilitates your vision plan. In the Bible belt this is very questionable. It took us 5 years to sell it to the core and community.

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Roundtable Talk

MARCH 17, 2010

It doesn’t matter if you’re in HR, finance, IT, marketing… these new buddies will be everywhere. If you’re heading up any team that makes big purchase decisions, chances are you have vendors who are treating you like long-lost cousins. And, if you’re running an organization that has multiple interests, watch out.

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Roundtable Talk

AUGUST 5, 2010

As the group discussed the various places we’ve all seen politics at play, participants started owning up to their own games.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

I plan on circulating your information and just ordered your book. Share an ah-ha moment, an experience, a process, but share…This post can be a game changer to many people if those who read it are willing to share their collective wisdom. link] mikemyatt Thanks for the kind words Dan, and I hope you enjoy the book.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

He was on the creative planning team for catalyst, works with leadership development of Chick-Fil-A, and is quarterbacking many projects for well known leaders. but you’ll not find that here. Jason resides in the Atlanta area and is one of the most outstanding young leaders of today!

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DECEMBER 28, 2010

My question is this: have you taken the time to do the necessary planning? link] mikemyatt Bingo – plan, execute, assess, and adjust. Regardless of where you are in your life and your career, I can promise you one thing; you will consistently be faced with challenges and obstacles along the way. Great post, Joe M.

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JANUARY 13, 2011

The reality is that many businesses are quick to recognize great ideas, but they often have no plan for how to successfully integrate them into their business model. Every sound business initiative begins with a solid strategic plan. Every task should be assigned and managed according to a plan and in the light of day.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

Bonus - Always have a Plan B : Another component of communications strategy that is rarely discussed is how to prevent a message from going bad, and what to do when does. It’s called being prepared and developing a contingency plan. Communicate more effectively.

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

What are the greatest challenges you face in pulling this off, and how do you plan to deal with them? What are your plans to deal with them and what do you need from me? What are the weakest points in your area and how do you plan to deal with them? Can you give me a bit more detail on the logic used to arrive at your >?

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

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. You see, the government has this thing where they're trying to uplift previously disadvantaged people.

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JUNE 11, 2010

Following are a few tips to help you build influence online: Have a Strategy - If you want to create success and influence using social media you better have a plan. This sounds reasonable enough, but here’s where it gets a bit tougher – the plan isn’t about you. Everything you say is entirely true!

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OCTOBER 6, 2010

Carlos is responsible for more than 300 brands globally, and it’s no wonder why – he has a plan and he’s sticking to it. You can’t protect jobs with walls. Up next was Calos Brito, CEO of Anheuser-Busch InBev. Carlos was passionate, on-point, and as you might have guessed consistent in his messaging.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Rebel Brown : I began to realize that regardless of my client’s size or market focus, from early stage to small business to enterprise, I was constantly having to deal with the same challenges in thinking and planning, before we could focus on the project objectives. As humans we are Natural Born Gravity Machines.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2010

link] What’s Your Plan? When we help other, we help ourselves? link] ATIG Thank you and Happy Thanksgiving! link] How easy are you to help? « « UnaDoyle.com [.] « The Stack of Stuff [.] Are You Easy To Help? [.]

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JULY 7, 2010

John, are you planning a visit to Poland? link] mikemyatt Glad you liked the interview Maciej…I'm sure that John will respond to you if he has plans to be in Poland in the near future. I am a doctoral student in area of international business. John Maxwell's books are inspiration for me.

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OCTOBER 27, 2010

Michael Hyatt : I have given a lot of thought to this, particularly in the Life Planning process that I advocate. Building flexibility into your planning, modeling, and processes simply allows you to better react to both internal and external changes. I also agree with Michael’s focus on life plans and legacy.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

Before too long I plan to invest in a Kindle, but at the moment I am rereading the wonderful book THE BRAIN THE CHANGES ITSELF, and am making many new applications as I read. For those who read less, one strong motivator is to apply more of the ideas into innovative action plans for that day. Have you found that to be true also?

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 4, 2011

401(k) plans dropped $13 billion as a result of these events alone. A major report to the United Nations Millennium Summit calls for changes in the way in which peacekeeping operations are organized and financed. Damage control, crisis management mode. Corporate scandals of each of the last 10 years cost the U.S.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Patton said it best: “A good plan violently executed today is far and away better than a perfect plan tomorrow.” I would caution you against confusing speed with reckless abandon…I’m a big proponent of planning, assessment, analysis and strategy, but only if it is concluded in a timely fashion. General George S.

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

It is something you're thinking about and planning for, therefore it is part of the overall strategy being developed. Still, when we devise plans to maximize the brand or the culture, we also devise strategically to meet double-and triple bottom-line – at least with my clients that is what we most often strive to do.

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