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JANUARY 20, 2011

If you want to be a long-term survivor in business I would suggest that you not participate in gossip and get rid of those that do. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL.

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OCTOBER 28, 2010

In fact, more likely is the case that the opportunity will completely evaporate if you wait too long to seize it. I’ve observed the risk adverse take due diligence one step too far, the greedy negotiate too long, the impulsive jump the gun, and the plodders move to slow. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

I really don’t have a problem with increasing efficiency so long as the tail doesn’t start wagging the dog. Clearly this endeavor will take time, and may not yield immediate results, but the payoff organizationally, relationally, culturally, and in terms of future contribution can be huge. Bottom line…check your motivations.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Long story short; if a leader receives a vote of non-confidence from their subordinates…game over. Only those leaders who can quickly recognize and adapt their methods to the situation at hand will be successful over the long haul. Any leader is only as good as his or her team’s desire to be led by them.

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

The sad fact is that many business people are absolutists in that they only see things in terms of rights and wrongs. Thinking in terms of “ my way &# is right and therefore “ other ways &# are wrong is the basis for polarizing any relationship, which quickly results in converting discussions into power struggles.

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JUNE 14, 2010

Many times it is simply because companies have been doing the same things, in the same ways, and for the same reasons for so long, that they struggle with the concept of change. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. So why do so many established and often well managed companies struggle with disruptive innovation?

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APRIL 5, 2010

He then proceeded to communicate in no uncertain terms that he wasn’t nearly as concerned about the faults he would find, as he was about how our leader (guess who?) No one remains a leader long without being competent. People will not long support someone who's going nowhere. link] Mike Henry Sr. Great reminder Mike.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Long-term experience will either validate or invalidate first impressions.That said, it's the first impression that buys you the privilege of having the chance to be in the game to begin with. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Thanks for highlighting that thought in your comment. Our Freedom.

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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's also important to very clearly define our terms when working in an organization for the reason MPFriedman describes above. Our Freedom.

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DECEMBER 2, 2010

If a leader’s primary obligation is for the care and well being of those under their charge, then I would suggest that you cannot be an effective leader over the long-term without love, compassion and empathy. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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MAY 26, 2010

While this coming weekend simply signifies a long awaited prelude to summer for some, it is much more than that for me. They could not be more wrong - I’m here to tell you that strength and compassion are not mutually exclusive terms. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 5, 2010

Do you ever wonder how the term “Politically Correct&# evolved from an obscure catch-phrase that was once used to label those who would not take a controversial position to the dominant mind-set of the day in our society? They are admirable qualities so long as they don’t take precedence over, ignore, or contradict truth.

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APRIL 2, 2010

Forget all the buzzwords and acronyms, social media is about meeting your constituencies where they are – in a setting of their choosing, and communicating with them on their terms. Your comment got me thinking, which grew long enough to warrant a blog post: [link]. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

He had a successful career in ministry and was in good churches, but he felt God calling him to this assignment. Covey has garnered the loyalty and love of her students, something that she still evokes in my daughters even though they have long since left her classroom. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

While there were clearly a few moments last week that I found instructionally valuable in terms of creating a game changer ( Nando Parrado ), there weren’t nearly enough of them. A lesson that I learned long ago is that you simply cannot experience sustainable improvement without transformation. It transformed my business and career.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

As long as your vision remains in alignment with God's will for your church I would encourage as much creativity and innovation as you muster up. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Being questioned by people resistant to change is not out of the ordinary, and nothing to be concerned about. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 16, 2010

He was constantly cautioning about short-term hires, and believed that you shouldn’t hire anyone whom you couldn’t keep and develop over the long haul. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I would encourage you to read a previous post on “ Workforce Reduction.&# Our Freedom.

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DECEMBER 30, 2010

Let me be blunt – you won’t earn anyone’s respect, at least not the respect of anyone who matters if your concern for career success overshadows your concern for the well-being of your family. Think About Your Legacy: Create a legacy that transcends your career. What I can tell you is that I’ve always made my family a priority.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 21, 2016

The idea of a “true self” and a “false” or “shadow” self has long preoccupied psychologists. Jung believed that unless we come to terms with our shadow side, we are condemned to become its unwitting victim. For example, Carl Jung introduced the notion of the shadow side of our personality.

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MARCH 14, 2018

I follow 6 principles on a daily basis, which I know has made a significant impact on my career success. 6) Career – I’ve always known what I wanted to do and been engaged in work I truly believe in, but I’ve sabotaged myself with too much idealism and not enough business wisdom. The first principle is getting plenty of sleep.

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JULY 1, 2010

It has been tempting and it’s flattering to be considered by other firms, but I have decided that what’s best for me is to pursue my career as an independent consultant. Get it done and get it done now is a real challenge that may not set up organizations for long term success. Our Freedom.

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JUNE 11, 2010

Remember that most people will go to great lengths to help someone who has been of assistance to them. Publish quality content that adds value – what you produce in terms of content will be become synonymous with your online reputation. So long, [link] mikemyatt Hi Justino: Thanks for your comment. Long road ahead.

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JANUARY 18, 2011

People who have bad attitudes have more career turnover. It’s also a reminder that leadership, ultimately, is a spiritual practice (whether or not one chooses to put it in religious terms). mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. People with bad attitudes have a 50% higher divorce rate.

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OCTOBER 27, 2010

I had a lot of success early in my career. This has happened several times in my career. I think coming to terms with both errors in thinking is crucial to long-term success as a leader. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Michael Hyatt : Very much so. They humbled me. Our Freedom.

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OCTOBER 21, 2010

While I long ago reached the conclusion that perception does in fact matter, it may not be for the reasons that you might think. Excellent points Mike and we do need to take a very serious look in the mirror in terms of our own relationship with dissent. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

What distinguishes members of one group from another rarely has anything to do with intellect, wealth, social pedigree, career standing, or other like pursuits…It has everything to do with desire. This medium has been my preferred reading choice for a number of years now because it is extremely productive and time effective.

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SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

I did a quick Google search for the term business coach and received 116 million returned results – if that doesn’t scare you it should. That workshop in coaching skills is a long way from the world of the factory floor. Probably the same as mine - not so good. Ultimately, I agree with Peter. Its about results.

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DECEMBER 8, 2010

Life-long learning is important in becoming a good leader for each day brings new experiences that put your knowledge, skills, and attitude to a test. Most articles speak on team work but when dealing with concept of leadership they speak only in terms of individual , But yours for the first time is thought provoking. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 20, 2010

Don’t let your intellect stand in your way, but rather use it as an asset to develop those around you to their full potential thereby increasing your chances for long-term success. stuck at my present level for so long. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

While there is little debate that speed can create an extreme competitive advantage, it is not well understood that the lack of speed can send a company (or a career) into a death spiral. I wonder if we'll see a difference in terms of how younger generations approach perfectionism & failure, given digital fluency. Our Freedom.

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MAY 17, 2010

I have long believed in eating my own cooking. When I asked him to do research for me on case studies that proved our concepts in a practical manner, he brought me a textbook and asked me to "define" what I meant by practical, as he was looking up terms I was using and couldn't find them. And he was considered an expert!

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SEPTEMBER 24, 2010

I agree that a corporate culture not built upon a foundation of solid corporate values will not thrive over the long-haul. I’ve been a practitioner of cultural marketing for more than fifteen years because it makes sense to communicate where consumers work and play and relate on their terms. Thanks again for stopping by.

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OCTOBER 31, 2010

mid-term elections staring us right in the face, I thought it would be an interesting time to examine the difference between statesman and politician. I have long been an opponent to term limits, believing that "we the people" are smart enough to figure out who should serve. Now is the time for term limits.

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