Nathan Magnuson

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How to Build a Development Library for Your Organization.

Nathan Magnuson

Interview them to determine what developmental experiences they’ve had over the course of their careers (or entire lives) that significantly enhanced their performance ability. If you are starting from scratch, one great place to start is with the high performers in your organization. Utilize existing organizational resources.

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How Leaders Learn to Lead

Nathan Magnuson

Speaking from his book Crucibles of Leadership , Thomas demonstrated that simply taking a course on leadership would do little to transform leadership abilities. That’s the question leadership consultant and thought leader Robert J. Thomas answered at a leadership academy event I recently helped organize.

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12 Ways to Make Your Teammates Look Good

Nathan Magnuson

Over the course of my career thus far, I’ve found that these twelve strategies for extraordinary teamwork not only make your team stronger, they have the power to significantly influence the culture of your organization if others begin to follow your example.

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Mentoring 101 | Thoughts for the Everyday Leader

Nathan Magnuson

The same goes for writing, selling, buying a house, starting a business, studying for the MCAT, exploring careers in web design, social networking, etc. Of course, the real live mentor is often even better… I’d suggest picking up the tab if you go to lunch or coffee – and love the reminders not to waste their time.

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Powerful Question #1 | Thoughts for the Everyday Leader

Nathan Magnuson

Professionally – grow my side career coaching business. Toastmasters my leadership coaching courses were the best communication training I’ve gotten. Professionally, I have a goal to post fresh content on this site each week in 2013, and also to make some aesthetic upgrades. link] Tom Dixon. link] Nathan Magnuson.

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