N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

They don’t sit idly by and watch the business lose market share, suffer margin erosion, see their competitive value propositions vaporize, or watch their brand go into decline. Current or anticipated changes in market conditions that will adversely impact your business model. They make changes. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

The reason this is such a great question is that I’ve witnessed far too many executives confuse vision and mission in terms of both definition and application. It is not uncommon to see both vision and mission statements change over time to reflect differences in market conditions.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

So, in today’s post I’ll examine the power of disruption as a key business driver… Disruptive business models focus on creating, disintermediating, refining, reengineering or optimizing a product/service, role/function/practice, category, market, sector, or industry. When was the last time you entered a new market?

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Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

The most common departments for product management reporting are marketing, engineering/development and directly to the CEO. And most importantly, support them in their endeavors to not only produce successful products but also to grow and develop in their careers. Much has been written about where product management should report.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Depending on your role and influence within the organization you may or may not be able to alter the circumstances in which case you have a tough choice to make – do you stay or do you go? You are definitely not alone…Thanks for sharing Ron. link] mikemyatt Hi Mallie: Thanks for your question. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

The best definition I’ve found for gossip is: “Gossip is talking about a situation with somebody who is neither a part of the solution or a part of the problem.” At its core, gossip is the highest form of disloyalty, and it is far from innocent or idle. Michelle said: RT @mikehenrysr: RT @mikemyatt Workplace Gossip [link] #LeadChange [.]

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Is your rubber-band stretched so tight that it’s about to snap? .:) I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

While anyone can have a social media presence, not everyone possesses social media influence. You might have something to say, but without influence, nobody will be listening. Put simply, having a social media presence without influence is little more than an exercise in frivolity. News Flash: you can’t.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 9, 2011

You may set this bar based on your boss’s expectations, but hopefully by now you have become comfortable with your own definition of success. The most important asset you will ever have is the ability to positively influence people. Regardless of what anyone says, there is some definite value in seeing the upside whenever you can!

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2015

Art says, “This is not an easy read, but it’s most definitely a voyage of discovery.” David shares, “Debra Jason gives us the Eight Secrets for Succeeding in Business along with amazing practical advice that let you grow your business today in her book Millionaire Marketing On a Shoestring Budget.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

After starting and selling 3 companies now I can look back and see I was definitely the seagull in the fist one, arguably all 3. This belief, of course, is not always true but it is definitely a decision driver. link] Larry bruce Wow nice post Mike! link] Mike Myatt Hi Isidoros: I enjoyed your analogy of the parent/child relationship.

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N2Growth Blog

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. My clients usually tend to be successful individuals prior to finding me.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

A person could either take several minutes to explain the evolution of technologies, mediums, shift in content paradigms, engagement practices and market dynamics that came together to make the Internet a more valuable and efficient space, or they could just utilize &# social media&# as a descriptive aid to make the connection. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 2, 2010

Blogging since 2002, being actively involved in digital marketing since the early 90′s, and being online since the days of the ARPANET I have a bit of history with most things digital. Successful businesses adapt to market innovations and thrive, while those that fail to make iterative leaps fall by the wayside.

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Skip Prichard

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Lida Citroen , an expert in the field of reputation management, has a resource to anyone who wants tips to build a reputation that can withstand negative influences and becomes stronger over time. Building something as important as your personal brand and reputation requires the same attention you would give any crucial career asset.”

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Women on Business

JANUARY 26, 2011

Any transition serious enough to alter your definition of self will require not just small adjustments in your way of living and thinking but a full-on metamorphosis. – Martha Beck Not long ago, my career had been dedicated to sales, mentoring, coaching and leading an exceptional sales force. Synchronicity is such a blessing!

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

It definitely didn’t in my case. I find everything, in my realm on marketing, I get the best advise and insight from Christ. What lacked was a clear focus on leadership within a theological context. I think we mistakenly believed that studying Jesus some how translated into competency in other areas. Thanks for stopping by Scott.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 17, 2010

Leadership DNA aside, I recently crafted my definition of leadership. Habecker “Doing the same thing over and over, yet expecting different results, is the definition of crazy.&# - Unknown “Talent without discipline is like an octopus on roller skates.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

By definition game changers happen, they exist, they have life. By definition, a game changer causes change. Would you agree that a game changer by definition is not incremental? The longer we consider it the more it fits that definition you just outlined. If you forget the people, you cannot have a game changer.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 14, 2010

I was casually reading the results of a survey on the topic of hiring methodologies last weekend when one particular survey question really caught my attention: “When considering a new hire, what is the one characteristic or attribute of the candidate that would most influence your hiring decision?&# Thanks for sharing this information.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 30, 2012

It’s clear that in many cases, women are not just influencing the market; they are the market. In other words, women have been the market for some time now yet many executives have not taken action on this huge opportunity. So women are definitely making their mark and exerting their business power. Plot it out.

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Miles Anthony Smith

MAY 2, 2018

Matt Sweetwood, branding expert, defines personal branding as: " Personal branding is the practice of people marketing themselves and their careers as brands -- the ongoing process of establishing a prescribed image or impression in the mind of others about an individual." Your personal brand is the mark you leave on the world. .

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

Most companies can claim an element of success in some aspect of CRM proficiency such as sales force automation, database marketing, development of a knowledgebase, etc., You definitely nailed it. That said, I have rarely witnessed CRM implemented to its full potential. Thanks Scott. link] Kelly Ketelboeter Hi Mike, Fantastic post!

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

As an example, the marketing assistant who receives a comparatively small bonus when contrasted to that of a sales person feels that his/her contribution is minimized and feels treated unfairly. While many tend to favor this structure, it is far from perfect as well. Happy Holidays. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Just having a definition for what constitutes acceptable behavior is a positive step in containing the crazies. Rest assured that if their behavior is bothering you, then it’s highly probable that their behavior is adversely impacting others to an even greater degree. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 8, 2011

Example 2: My alumni association maintains a career group within Linkedin, and the quality and quantity of questions and answers posted keep me abreast of new developments, trends, and geo-specific information. Marketing dollars to establish a relationship only go so far until actual relationships become more important.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Granted, they are private, not public – however the picture is definitely created for you. " Not just one or two of the Zappos employees and their customers would certainly be up in arms. M [link] mikemyatt Thanks Mark…always appreciate your kind words and support. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

The workplace can be significantly harder as the people asking the question could be peers or bosses, and you do not have the same influence on those people as you do on your team. I am consistently amazed at how much influence mid/low level leaders can have on those around and above them, and your post is just another way that occurs.

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Skip Prichard

JULY 22, 2019

How exactly are potential supporters influenced by these factors? Let us give you our definition of what it means to be a founder: Playing a central role in starting and managing an initiative that will have impact (preferably visible and large) on an organization or the broader world. and we like to stick to our knitting.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 19, 2019

The halo effect also highlights how our physical appearances influence how we’re treated, with beautiful people typically regarded as more capable than their more average looking peers. You should be, but what does appear clear is that a meritocratic environment this is most definitely not. Ethical standards.

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HR Digest

MAY 2, 2019

We’ve also made development conversations a point of emphasis, as an important way to help employees identify, explore and connect with learning opportunities as they navigate their career journey at Mastercard. They’ve helped drive the development of mobile payment solutions to promote financial inclusion in emerging markets.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. By definition 'best practice' is something codified by someone else. Therefor by definition it is not unique or likely to generate any competitive advantage.

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Next Level Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

  While that statement may be true in the fictional realm, it’s definitely true in the literal realm. Over the past four years, Mad Men , with its lead character, advertising exec Don Draper, has become more and more popular as evidenced by ratings, buzz and marketing tie-ins. It doesn’t happen by accident.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Social and societal stigmas are definitely in play when it comes to love and leadership. The natural inclination of most is to react compassionately when and/or where needed – that is until they stop to think about the ramifications of doing so. It’s as if it has been socialized out of them over time. I admire this. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

It's been a while since I've looked at it, but I'll definitely stop by again soon. I'm not sure Godin's work classifies as leadership…though I do read it every day, it's more for marketing tips and deep thoughts. ronedmondson Thanks Mike! Great work… [link] davidburkus Good list. Thanks Daniel.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 14, 2011

Set both personal and career goals and set them in the organization context and with expectations in mind. And even if you get promoted and people compliment you, you definitely should be humble and don’t let these good things get into your head. Set your goals. You have an exciting (or scary) task in front of you.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Our unit was experiencing its first inspection by a Sargeant Major whose reputation definitely preceded him…It took him all of about 3 seconds ask “who the * is in charge around here?&# Who’s in Charge [.] I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca.

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