N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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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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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. In today’s post I’ll share some of the messaging secrets used by the best leaders… So why is great messaging so important?

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 8, 2011

home about rich our team news our fans services executive coach business coach speaking inspire media knowledge books affiliates contact Rich Gee Group 203.500.2421 Are We Experiencing A Technology Tsunami? Is the same thing happening in the tech industry and all ancillary organizations who attach themselves like barnacles to tech?

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

How has social media changed your business, if at all? Social media expands my reach and influence and allows me help people I would not otherwise interact with in a meaningful fashion. 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.

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AUGUST 24, 2010

Use your vast array of social media platforms, toolsets and connections to listen. Then, when they ask questions they eagerly position themselves as the student, LISTEN and learn. Ask people how you can become a better leader and then LISTEN.

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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. Ironically, the article bring out how it doesn't even serve their purposes well, and I think corporations should be wary about hiring such self-serving bullies and placing them in positions of trust.

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JULY 2, 2010

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. I’ve rarely come across students of military history that don’t have a great command of both strategic thinking and tactical implementation. I Think Not.

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 28, 2010

home about rich our team news our fans services executive coach business coach speaking inspire media knowledge books affiliates contact Rich Gee Group 203.500.2421 How To Present Yourself Like A Professional. And to top it off, they have no technical experience to operate their own machines. It’s almost 2011, not 1998.

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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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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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JANUARY 10, 2011

Organizations short on leadership talent find themselves in such a position for a reason… current leadership failed to lead. It's an open question as to whether they'll be embraced and placed in positions of trust or smothered as a potential embarassment to the rest of the organizational heirarchy. Identifying leaders?

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AUGUST 26, 2010

Therefore any items that don’t constitute $375 dollar an hour work that can be leveraged down to someone with a lower hourly rate provides positive arbitrage both in terms of cost savings and time recovered for higher and better use activities. Share and Enjoy: View Comments bfpower Well said, Mike.

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

I only care that they are totally committed to making a positive contribution to the organization. If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? Along the same lines, I don’t really care if someone does or doesn’t want to be led by me.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

If you find yourself in the enviable position of being able to select your board, choose wisely. Board members have egos, and will go to great lengths to help you if they perceive you respect and value their position. Use these proactive encounters to flesh out, and seek alignment on, key issues and positions.

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APRIL 20, 2010

Social: It is also critical to understand the difference between broadcast and social media. The world has changed, and if you haven’t adjusted your messaging, positioning, communications, and engagement strategies accordingly, your brand will suffer.

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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. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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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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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. I’m not suggesting that leaders should be robotic or static in approach – quite to the contrary. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. 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 Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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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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JANUARY 22, 2011

CEO Blog - Time Leadership Saturday, January 22, 2011 Secrets of Business Success I am having a productive morning. Many of the earlier stories center around social media and customer service. And pointing out that the new media (blogs, twitter, etc) give great power to the customer. I am CEO between positions.

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JUNE 11, 2010

I’m going to tell you the cold hard truth about social media…what you need to know that most people won’t tell you. While anyone can have a social media presence, not everyone possesses social media influence. It’s clear to those in the know that social media is a universe of the haves and have nots.

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JANUARY 11, 2011

Categories : Businesswomen Bloggers 4 Comments 1 Tweets that mention There’s Still Time :: Women on Business -- Topsy.com January 11th, 2011 at 1:07 pm [.] 2 Kelly Evers January 12th, 2011 at 1:51 pm Great blog! Kelly Evers, founder of [link] 3 Sheri B January 16th, 2011 at 11:55 am Thanks for the 21 day plan. Not to doing.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Positive Attitude : To the one, the best leaders I’ve ever known all smile, listen, engage, have a positive outlook, and have a high energy level. It’s just not that hard to deliver on your promises, and if you have no intention of doing so, don’t make the commitment to begin with. I Think Not.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

The simple truth is that many people can feign adequate leadership ability in the short run, but the 8 traits outlined below will seperate the posers from the players 11 times out of 1o… First of all, it is important to realize that just because someone is in a leadership position doesn’t necessarily mean they should be.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Gut instincts can only take you so far in life, and anyone who operates outside of a sound decisioning framework will eventually fall prey to an act of oversight, misinformation, misunderstanding, manipulation, impulsivity or some other negative influencing factor. Being a leader means being in a position of special trust and responsibility.

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AUGUST 16, 2010

For a full discussion of the historical grounding of their positions, I encourage you to read this column by Simon Schama in the Financial Times and this one by former George W. "  Whether they’re stated or not, most organizations have operating principles.  Bush speechwriter, Michael Gerson in the Washington Post.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Disingenuous and insincere positioning may get your foot in the door, but when the door slams into your backside as your engagement or relationship blows-up, don’t say I didn’t warn you… Thoughts? In today's world our first contact with people is often through social media. Well done, Mike. Keep them coming.

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

link] Becky Robinson Mike, the first thought that came to my mind is social media. Leaders who leverage social media successfully for their organizations can bring about great change. Interacting through social media is simple, meaningful, actionable, relational, transformational, and scalable.

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JUNE 14, 2010

Why did American auto-makers lose their once dominant position to their European and Asian counterparts? Has your business embraced social media? Why didn’t Folgers recognize the retail consumer demand for coffee and develop a Starbucks type business model? Why didn’t IBM see Dell coming?

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

Whether paid work or a volunteer role within a church, placing people in positions where they can maximize their strengths, know that they are truly valued and that they play a significant role in fulfilling the vision will go a long way towards preventing burn out and loosing incentive. He is easy to talk to and relate to! I Think Not.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Great leaders understand how to manage conflict and close positional gaps. Leaders who operate behind a veil of secrecy are only setting themselves up for a rude awakening. Section VI: Persuasiveness. They lead by serving as opposed to intimidating. should anything be transparent? I always appreciate your insights. I Think Not.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

A constant stream of “no’s&# is not a positive sign, it’s a warning sign that needs to be heeded. But a leader has to be able to grow other leaders, no matter what their title and position. It means you’re not teaching, mentoring, communicating, or leading.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 2, 2010

He has been in the business world for over 28 years in various leadership positions, most recently as a senior operations executive for a service business based in the Rocky Mountain west. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

My suspicion is your best memories are of those teachers who inspired you, encouraged you, brought out your passion, and challenged you in a positive fashion. Sad but true…real talent won’t be attracted to, or remain engaged with leaders who operate on fear-based tactics.

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APRIL 14, 2010

The fact that character and integrity showed as poorly as they did in the survey, is proof positive for why the corporate workplace struggles with talent management. Values based hiring increases performance, enhances collaboration, reduces turnover, increases morale, and creates a stable culture. I Think Not.

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