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Toxic Work Environments | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Toxic work environments can only exist where a lack of trust and respect are present, and this can only occur in the absence of sound leadership. Let me be as clear as I can - the phrase &# toxic work environment&# is code for bad leadership, becasue a toxic culture simply cannot co-exist in the presence of great leadership.

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LeadershipNow 140: December 2011 Compilation

Leading Blog

Here are a selection of tweets from December 2011 that you might have missed: @wallybock >> Imagination Igniters: Books for Leaders. mjasmus: Most read in 2011: 30 Overlooked Acts of Leadership Courage. The worst leadership moments of 2011 - The Washington Post. In a turbulent environment, control is your enemy.".

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LeadershipNow 140: September 2011 Compilation

Leading Blog

Here are a selection of tweets from September 2011 that you might have missed: @stevefarber: Want to solve the leadership crisis? tomasacker You can't find yourself in this chaotic, dynamic environment. Make a commitment to helping each other to help each other. TheEconomist: How good are business schools at teaching globalisation?

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Team Dialog: Environment Matters

Persuasive Powerhouse

So if your intent is to engage your team and/or have great dialog, consider the following: The Physical Environment The room should not be too large or too small: A room that is too large can often suck energy – and sound – away from the discussion. What else have you noticed about the environment that promotes team dialog?

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First Look: Leadership Books for September 2011

Leading Blog

The Anywhere Leader : How to Lead and Succeed in Any Business Environment by Mike Thompson. Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in September. True North Groups : A Powerful Path to Personal and Leadership Development by Bill George and Doug Baker. Willpower : Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength by Roy F.

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Apply Now to be Recognized as a 2011 Top Small Company Workplace.

Next Level Blog

to recognize "Top Small Company Workplaces" that have built corporate cultures that foster a productive work environment and satisfied employees. The winners will be featured in the June 2011 issue of Inc. Magazine Winning Workplaces is collaborating with Inc. Your comment has not yet been posted.

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The Wisdom Wave: Preparing for the Surge of Senior Professionals.

Rich Gee Group

This is up from 16% in 2011. To overcome these challenges, businesses should create an environment where workers of all ages can thrive. In an evolving job market, the value of older workers is becoming increasingly recognized. By 2030, 25% of the US workforce will be over the age of 55.

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