Nathan Magnuson

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Your Career is Your Responsibility

Nathan Magnuson

I’ve been thinking about career selection and management a lot recently. When I’m asked how I landed where I am, I’m quick to reply that I wouldn’t wish my career path on anyone but I sure do love where I am now. So what does career management have to do with leadership? Your career is your career.

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How to Complete an Individual Development Plan | Thoughts for the.

Nathan Magnuson

It is completed by the employee (sometimes in collaboration with a supervisor, career coach, or HR representative). Career Goal. A career goal is the next destination you’d like to attain in your career. Having a career goal informs the rest of the IDP elements. What should be included in an IDP? Objectives.

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How Leaders Learn to Lead

Nathan Magnuson

It’s interesting to note (according to Thomas) that early in life (or career), leaders may find themselves “pushed” into a crucible experience, while later on they tend to “leap.” The “why” behind any endeavor usually determines the success of the outcome.

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Leadership Profile: Zig Ziglar | Thoughts for the Everyday Leader

Nathan Magnuson

It was truly one of the highlights of my year getting to meet the man who literally wrote the book on success. He grew up during the Great Depression and following a stint in the military, began his career in sales. Success for Dummies – The down and dirty guide describing how motivation works and what success looks like.

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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.

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Where Credibility Comes From

Nathan Magnuson

In some cases, one careless comment can derail a successful career despite many other positive factors. Image isn’t everything, but it is definitely something. Communication. How we communicate goes an awful long way in building credibility. On the other hand, strong communication can overcome deficiencies in other areas.

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What Should I Get Mentoring For?

Nathan Magnuson

Your IDP should include both short-term and long-term career goals as well as development areas you plan to focus on to achieve those goals. Remember, successful leaders don’t arrive on their own – and neither will you. What can you do to improve things? These would all be great topics to discuss with your mentor.

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