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How to Really Listen to Your Employees

Harvard Business Review

So, how can you develop this muscle? ” Su had a client who was strong, passionate, and innovative. Without first recognizing the influence of your early years, it’s difficult to change. Ram Charan. These are important traits, but it’s equally important for managers to stand down and listen up.

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How the Best CEOs Differ from Average Ones

Harvard Business Review

Ram Charan spoke to HBR about this several years ago in the context of “making tough calls.” We summarize, of course, that great CEOs need to have the capacity to act boldly in difficult and uncertain situations; to be able to develop and articulate a strong point of view; and to be highly determined.

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The Ten Most Important Business Challenges and Which Book to Consult for Each

First Friday Book Synopsis

Whenever asked to recommend business books, I immediately inquire, “What is the single greatest challenge that you and your organization now face?” ” Of course, responses vary but over time, these seem to be the ten challenges most frequently cited, followed by the book(s) I think will be most helpful.

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