N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2010

Probably the greatest example of the power of brevity comes from what is widely considered to be the greatest speech in American history: “The Gettysburg Address.&# Contrast Lincoln’s brilliant example of the power of brevity with the keynote speech that day. link] randysrules Very well presented, thank you!

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Over the years I have observed countless examples of people who jeopardize their future to satisfy an emotional need, when what they should have done was protect their future by exhibiting control over their emotions. I have only raised my voice in the workplace twice during my career and both times I have regretted it tremendously.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

In many organisations influence is a function of previously proven experience (earned stripes so to speak) and people who are fresh to the organisation, with different ideals and approaches and who are less politically connected may find their ideas sqeezed out by institutional knowledge and cultural dominance. Let me expand.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Mike Myatt : Can you cite any specific examples of individuals whom you believe constitute great examples of leadership? Marshall Goldsmith : While I could offer many examples, three individuals come to mind: General (Ret.)

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HR Digest

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Here we bring you examples of some professional women’s well paid jobs where they are gaining traction and are earning well: Pharmacists. For example, chemical engineers earn a median annual salary of $96,616. The gender wage gap is pervasive in many industries, especially those still dominated by men. Percentage of women: 68%.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2010

A great example of this would be carving out time in your already too busy schedule to mentor someone in your organization with great potential. For example, when we allow our people to work with boundaries instead of rules, they will find the best way to accomplish a task. Being good at the utilization of commodities.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Here are just some examples for you to consider: Do you say you care about your people, your organization and your Customers? Every day too – not just on our best days, or the days we feel good, or the days we had a good breakfast, or right after we went to a great training workshop. How does your walk prove it? Thanks for stopping by.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

It was a pain by then but during the rest of my career that mentality has stuck with me and I found that its always easier comming up with the simple solution in the first place rather than dealing with complex workflows until you have had enough and go back to simplify it. Take Google, for example.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 18, 2010

A specific example of this would be that while a company’s business plan may not change for a number of years, the company’s business model consistently evolve, or may even need to be reengineered to insure the execution of its business plan.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 8, 2011

Here are five examples of how I’ve used social networking for my business. Example 1: During the 2004 election season, I connected with a new friend through a grassroots Asian Pacific Islander political group. Example 3: I like Delicious.com because of the ability to save all my bookmarks in one place.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

In this example the hourly rate of a CEO who makes $750k is $375 dollars per hour. For instance, rather than leveraging down to the $100K talent in the example above, if you drive down further to let’s say a $30k individual, you increase your organizational leverage factor by almost another 30%.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

In the competitive worlds of business and politics a reserved attitude of humility can often be misinterpreted as a sign of weakness. However if you’ve ever negotiated with a truly confident person who is authentically humble, you’ll find that their resolve is often much greater than the feigned confidence of the arrogant.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2010

I had a lot of success early in my career. This has happened several times in my career. They can quickly become cynical if they don’t have positive examples. Mike Myatt : What’s the best and worst example of leadership you’ve observed in recent times? When I did this, I noticed that others would jump in and follow me.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

While I could cite many examples of what I just described, a particularly good one is the use of the phrase “social media.” Tools like email, instant messaging, texting, blogging and micro-blogging are all examples of shortening our communications to leverage speed and time to our advantage.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

The most productive leaders I know have the ability to be extremely nice, very civil and always polite while maintaining the ability to be direct, focused, and candid. For example, I’m a visionary leader. Furthermore, it is quite possible to be nice without being wishy-washy or a doormat. Thanks for the comment Patricia.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

Let me offer just a few examples to help connect the dots: Recording artists that release too many CDs over too short of a time period hurt their own appeal. I’ll close today’s post with a prime example of personal branding overexposure that while a pet-peeve of mine, will certainly draw the ire of many.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

As much as it may be politically incorrect to say so, it’s not nearly as much about the team, as it is the leader’s ability to assemble and lead the team. This normally occurs in crisis/emergency/volunteer situations – for an example of this please read Wally Bock’s excellent post yesterday.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

Leaders and non-leaders alike need career-pathing, training and development. I agree that actions speak louder than words and lead by example is a great way to generate committed followers. I can easily use Moses as an example. We must slow down the technology speed and its consequences. Thanks, Sami impassioned Hi Mike.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Here’s an example…Even in this day and age, it is still not that uncommon to find large corporations and government agencies with IT silos built upon mainframe computing solutions. These silos are staffed with legions of “tenured&# COBOL and C++ programmers, as well as &# tenured&# IT managers overseeing the operation.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 22, 2014

Managers often think about their careers in terms of winning and losing. But what about those whose careers are sidetracked or derailed when passed over for a key assignment or big promotion? Are these “losers” out of the running for career advancement, or can they regain their footing, refocus their sights, and continue to rise?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

The difference between the two aforementioned examples is that great leaders have mastered the art of finding the right message regardless of the medium, market, or constituency being addressed. Sadly, the reality is messaging is so impactful that it will often times have a greater impact on your career than your performance.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

These CEOs are overly trusting, and often politically naive. moravecglobal Here's another example of disconnected leadership and the consequences for, in this case, students, faculty and taxpayers. The Unaware CEO : These CEO’s will take any report or piece of information at face value. Best wishes for continued success Marlyn.

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N2Growth Blog

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. Mike Myatt : What’s the best and worst example of leadership you’ve observed in recent times? John Baldoni : Helping men and women achieve positive results!

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Any such argument in my opinion is rooted either in flawed business logic or politically correct rhetoric (usually one in the same). I really like the "what if" Zappos example. Thanks again for a fantastic opportunity to comment on a great topic. link] mikemyatt Hi Patti: Thanks for the great observations and insights.

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Chartered Management Institute

MAY 3, 2023

Join us to hear expert speakers from across the realms of politics and business discuss compelling issues such as: Where do men fit into supporting inclusive workplaces? Check out this reflection piece in Personnel Today by CMI’s head of policy, Daisy Hooper, for more practical examples. Reserved your spot?

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2010

If not, it should…The overly slick professional always makes me want to grab my wallet and run… Let me be transparent and use my personal situation as an example. I actually prefer to play to the middle in that I am neither understated nor overstated, but I am comfortable with who I am and my approach to the market.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 19, 2021

Being able to effectively support entrepreneurship and entrepreneurs is increasingly important as more and more of us have taken the entrepreneurial career path during the pandemic. A perfect example of this is ENTRUM, or the Youth Entrepreneurship Ideas Contest and Development Programme. Supporting entrepreneurship.

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N2Growth Blog

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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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

There are examples of companies throughout history and across every sector that have either failed to embrace disruptive business models, or have failed to maintain their once disruptive edge. Don’t allow your enterprise to adopt an attitude of complacency, because the simple truth is that complacency kills companies.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

In fact, I would submit there is no better example of how to leave a lasting impact through a sustaining legacy than what was modeled by Jesus. That said, just as is the case with secular universities there is also room for improvement. Thanks for stopping by Scott.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

You bring up Apple, a shining example (no pun intended) of design being part and parcel of brand. With Apple design and user experience as so inextricably linked they are one and the same. Apple isn't simply selling superior functionality, but also a certain style that is communicated through design.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

This means you can conservatively expect to lose another $600 dollars of upside in our $2000 dollar example. Lost Ancillary Revenue : On average, a single account is good for a 30 -40% cross-sell and up-sell revenue increase over time as new products, services, joint ventures etc. are brought on line and offered to existing accounts.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 25, 2011

For example, ‘To decide on a marketing plan and determine the next steps for everyone in the group. Here are a few ideas: If invited to a meeting, request an agenda if one is not provided When attending the meeting, help to keep it on task by politely asking, “where are we in the agenda?&# To be completed by March 31st.’

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2010

Leadership starts with you : The best way to develop leadership qualities is to apply them to your own life through leading by personal example. If you have any examples of leadership basics that you feel are all too often overlooked, please share them in the comments section below. Leaders are always in the limelight.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

This is a skill I believe many leaders do not develop until later in their careers. I mentioned an example of this in a comment on a recent Ron Edmondson post dealing with Leading People Older Than You. I especially liked the comment on balancing when to interject yourself vs. letting others resolve issues on their own.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

One of my favorite examples of what I described in the paragraph above is the weak leader who cannot deal with subordinates who use emotional deceit as a weapon of destruction. Conflict rarely resolves itself…In fact, conflict normally escalates if not dealt with proactively and properly.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 7, 2010

That insight changed my perspective on leadership and set the course for my career as a leader and teacher of leadership. Mike Myatt : What’s the best and worst example of leadership you’ve observed in recent times? John Maxwell : Let me give you two examples with the same person. Oswald Sanders.

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