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Lessons for Leaders from Decisions that Changed History

Skip Prichard

Leaders direct their energies toward others to achieve something together. The 16 case studies discussed in my book reveal a remarkable variation in the personal qualities of the leaders, all of whom were effective in changing history. What is the overarching goal in your career? and elsewhere.” – Jan-Benedict Steenkamp.

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The Big Picture of Business – Business Lessons to be Learned from the Enron Scandal

Strategy Driven

The company cried ‘case study’ from the very beginning, when it segued from the former Houston Natural Gas moniker. Yet, when the company shifted from being an energy supplier to the hucksterish energy trader, the charitable activities were dispensed with. The News Media. About the Author.

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How Managers Can Avoid Playing Favorites

Harvard Business Review

” This limits what your team is able to accomplish as well as individual team members’ careers. ” He suggests asking a colleague from another department or division to sit in on one of your team meetings and “give you feedback on where you’re focusing your energy and attention.”