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Leadership Matters

N2Growth Blog

Since taking up the CEO seat at Rio Tinto Sam has steered the business through a torrid industry downturn and firmly positioned them for new growth. Sam Walsh: I graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from Melbourne University and started my career in the Automotive Industry at General Motors in Australia in 1972. On with the interview.

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Leading Those Who Don't Want To Follow | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

I only care that they are totally committed to making a positive contribution to the organization. Anyone who has ever been in a leadership position has had to deal with the inevitable tough relationship that causes more than its fair share of brain damage.

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The Disconnected Leader | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO. Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Hi Gordon: It sounds as if there is no "disconnect" in your organization. Thanks for stopping by and job well done Gordon.

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First Impressions | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Disingenuous and insincere positioning may get your foot in the door, but when the door slams into your backside as your engagement or relationship blows-up, don’t say I didn’t warn you… Thoughts? Share and Enjoy: View Comments Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Thanks for your comment Gordon. Clogston Hi, Mike.

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Memorial Day Leadership Lessons

N2Growth Blog

I strongly recommend to all business leaders that they learn to develop a command presence, and lead from a committed and passionate position of strength through service. link] Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Hi Gordon: Thanks for your well wishes Gordon. Thanks Mark. They are greatly appreciated. I Think Not.

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The Benefit of Dissenting Opinion | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

Do you dig-in your heels and prepare to defend your position to the death, all the while not really caring about how many casualties are incurred in the process? Most importantly, do you genuinely engage in pursuit of the truth, or do you just wax eloquent in an attempt to justify your opinion or position?

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Five Lessons from 2010 Worth Repeating — Without Repeating 2010

Harvard Business Review

It helps to have leaders who are Energizers , a favorite idea from 2009, because their positive spirit can keep things moving. Innovation takes courage and the willingness to be out in front rather than following the herd. Straight-line careers are over-rated. It also takes dedication. Leaders are always on.

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