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‘Managers as Mentors’ Celebrates Publication Anniversary

Marshall Goldsmith

The origin of the word mentor goes back to ancient Greece–specifically, to the character of Mentor in Homer’s epic poem “The Odyssey.” Bell will share special blog posts throughout the month of June focusing on tips, techniques and tools for all leaders striving to be better mentors.

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Tough-Minded Ways to Innovate | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

Tough-Minded Ways to Innovate. by John • May 16, 2011 • Leadership , Strategy • 3 Comments. One of my best mentors during my CEO years was my monthly Harvard Business Review. But after Pearson’s corporate life atop PepsiCo, he became an insightful HBR contributor, particularly with regard to innovation.

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Appointing Female CEOs Can Cause White Men To Try Less

The Horizons Tracker

The researchers analyzed the makeup of executive teams in 1,000 large and mid-sized American firms between 2006 and 2011. They can also ensure that any appointments of women and minority leaders are accompanied by programs such as executive support, leadership training, and formal mentoring. Firm diversity.

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City Kids Adventures - A Model Mentoring Program for At-Risk Kids

Building Personal Strength

In the September 2011 issue, executive director Carter P. They were trailed by a gaggle of inner-city junior high and high school students participating in the McNeils' innovative City Kids Adventures program. Copyright 2011. I subscribe to Texas Parks and Wildlife magazine, which I read every month. I urge you to read it.

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The Essence of Strategy | In the CEO Afterlife

In the CEO Afterlife

by John • October 23, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. They either believe that strategy is a deterrent to opportunity or they’ve never experienced the strategic disciplines of a prudent mentor. Innovative. October 24, 2011 at 12:57 am. October 24, 2011 at 7:28 am.

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How to Make Your Next 12 Months Your Best 12 Months

Kevin Eikenberry

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe How to Make Your Next 12 Months Your Best 12 Months by Kevin Eikenberry on December 6, 2010 in Change , Personal Development , Products , Setting Goals , Video With 2011 just 26 days away, people are already starting to think about “Next (..)

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Your Flying Future and a Lesson in Creativity

Kevin Eikenberry

Tagged as: Boeing , future flight , NASA { 4 comments… read them below or add one } Thabo Hermanus January 23, 2011 at 7:59 am Kevin, this really pushes the boundaries and the pictures are awesome. I can’t remember the contents of the article, but I remember the headline of “Obliterate, don’t innovate&#.