Lead from Within

JUNE 9, 2018

You may have the best materials, the newest innovations, the most creative product –but those resources are meaningless without the core of your business: your employees. “In technology it’s about the people: getting the best people, retaining them, nurturing a creative environment and helping to find a way to innovate.”

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

In fact, look no further than the current business innovations to seek validation for my assertions. link] Dan Collins Academics like to debate. link] Dan Collins Buzzwords are definitely not trite. Thanks for sharng Sami. The best argument in the world will always lose to a two by four.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 22, 2014

If you are responsible for leading teams, how can you be sure that the work being done throughout the day will innovatively increase impact and productivity to make tomorrow a better place? Distinctio: Accept a New Way to Play in the Leadership and Innovation Sandbox – Differentiation. . “Skipper” Pitts.

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Lead on Purpose

JULY 21, 2009

Recently I decided to re-read (actually listened to) to the classic business book Good To Great by Jim Collins where he discusses, among other things, the value of people. Collins makes an important distinction with regard to the people in an organization: you need to get the right people.

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The Empowered Buisness

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

The former prevents us from making false statements; the latter has the generative power to change individuals and organizations. I have found that when leaders are willing to look at how they they avoid or deny the truth, that mirror of truth will liberate them to become the authentic, powerful leader they are meant to be.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Humility is not easily developed when you have wealth, power and/or status. Jim Collins described the humility of Level 5 leaders in Good to Great and how it often came as the result of a life threatening event or religious experience. Herein lies the paradox. It’s especially difficult to develop humility without the help of others.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2015

Our unit was famous for innovation and forward-thinking practices. He demonstrated courage and responsible risk-taking, even with a boss famous for his strong, power-driven style. My first boss in the professional world was a bright, charismatic leader who melded a diverse group of officers into a superb partnership.

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Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 15, 2015

Innovation Advocate. 11 2,410 220 2,346 Brian Tracy Personal Development Professional Speaker, Author, Success Expert, CEO of Brian Tracy International¬ô 12 254,000 20,600 1,064,000 Charles Duhigg Personal Development New York Times reporter ([link] ) and author of The Power of Habit ([link] ). Author of @MeasureYourLife.

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The Empowered Buisness

NOVEMBER 11, 2014

The former prevents us from making false statements; the latter has the generative power to change individuals and organizations. I have found that when leaders are willing to look at how they they avoid or deny the truth, that mirror of truth will liberate them to become the authentic, powerful leader they are meant to be.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

While entrepreneurs are clearly talented innovators and visionaries, most first time entrepreneurs don’t have prior experience as a CEO. Thanks for the post, Larry Bruce (@pcmguy) [link] Dan Collins Not bad Mikey – nothing could add to that one. That’s about it. WORDPRESS! [.] Original post by leadershipcoach [.]

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

Jim Collins did a good job of addressing this as have you in prior posts. Mission Share and Enjoy: View Comments Oarabile Thats a gud advice Mike and keep the good work up and empower you generation Mark Oakes Good post, Mike Ah… the 'Vision' Thing … the underpinning of great things to come. link] Principal (le?)

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

That said, it is nonetheless safe to say that CEOs who find a way to focus their efforts on values, vision, mission, strategy, team building, innovation, networking, and branding will be the CEOs who achieve the highest and most sustainable levels of success. link] Dan Collins Mike, Your posts and insights are truly very high value.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

Related Post: Keeping it Simple Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Dan Collins Excellent – Simple, Scalable and Succinct Advice. It will be interesting to see if the next round of Google innovation will be as successful as the beauty of their initial simplicity. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Read on and find out… People who attempt to lead out of self-serving motivations or misplaced intentions are not really leading – they are pursuing power, glory and status. link] Dan Collins Mike, This is a very, very important post. This is the antithesis of true leadership. Just look at how many comments you generated.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. Bottom line…saying yes because you have no backbone is no better or no worse than saying no because you're on a power trip. No is not all it’s cracked-up to be…Still don’t believe me?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

If you cannot turn an idea into innovation, if you can’t put thought into practice, it’s not a game changer. Real game changers understand the power of people and relationships, and they embody this in both their construction and implementation. link] Dan Collins Mike, You must have been sitting in on our meetings here.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 12, 2016

Self-promoting divas and power-hoarding executives destroy organizational trust. In “ Good to Great ”, Jim Collins lamented the trend of boards that become “enamored with charismatic CEOs,” a tendency that, he concluded, was “most damaging” for “the long-term health of companies.”

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 6, 2010

Satisfaction, pride and confidence are powerful motivators and sustainers of activity and effort. These goals have been labeled by Jim Collins (and others) as a BHAG – a Big, Hairy, Audacious Goal. If you set a big goal it forces you to ask completely different questions and forces you to challenge your assumptions.

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Ron Edmondson

JUNE 21, 2011

You won’t want to miss the Catalyst Conference, happening October 5-7, 2011 in Atlanta, where 13,000 young leaders will converge for the leadership experience of the year, including high-octane speakers, powerful worship, innovative programming, and an experience unlike any other. I’d love to shake your hand.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] 2 Tweets Who’s In Charge? N2Growth Blog By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Who the * is in charge around here? Technical competency and leadership acumen while often confused, are not always one in the same. Thanks for sharing.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 8, 2013

As global innovators, however, they share a remarkable core value and best practice: they invest in the innovative capabilities of their suppliers. I just tell them, 'Please make something great,'" says Liam Collins, who oversees the Los Angeles facility, told the paper. "We We provide the space, equipment and expertise.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 8, 2017

It would also be about the power of human connection—teammates to teammates, teammates to fans, generation to generation.”. Francis Collins, Director of the National Institutes of Health, recently wrote about research that showed social media was making us lonelier. The story of the Cubs’ championship would not just be about 2016.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

link] Dan Collins Mike, Leaders inspire us by their example. I soon discovered the power and passion behind this phenomenal young woman, for Maggie had only returned home to New Jersey to make money to continue her dream. but you’ll not find that here. but you’ll not find that here. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

in the comments below… [link] Dan Collins Mike, I believe leadership is pretty simple – not easy, not common, but simple. If your blog didn't make the list, please leave a link, description, etc. "Be the change you want to see in the world" My case is stated regularly at [link] for your consideration. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

How about a discussion on what leaders can do to inspire cultural innovation. You make an excellent case for cultural innovation and leadership. link] Dan Collins Mike, I would particularly like someone to address the popularity of "politically correct" leadership. Sounds like an interesting event and line up.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

More than 190 member countries committed to “eliminate poverty in all its forms everywhere” by 2030, together with 16 other “big, hairy, audacious goals” — to use Jim Collins’ memorable phrase. This can make the case for innovating in sustainable development more challenging. during the assembly.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2010

There was a lot more common thinking than critical, innovative thinking. I have live video above, and in the text that follows I’ll share my opinions on the best and the worst of WBF Day 1… Jim Collins kicked-off the day with everything you would expect from him. Never confuse power with leadership. More power!

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Chart Your Course

JUNE 30, 2016

By Jim Collins. In one of the defining management studies carried out in the 90s, Collins and his team complied a list of 1,435 companies in search of those special few that could truly be called “great.” .” 3. Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap … and Others Don’t (2001). 8) Anchor the Changes in Corporate Culture.

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Harvard Business Review

MARCH 22, 2011

The innovation research identifies the tyranny of large numbers as a common (and vexing) problem for leaders as companies grow, well documented by Harvard Business School Professor Clayton Christensen in The Innovators Solution , Jim Collins in How the Mighty Fall , and by Scott Anthony on this blog. Sound familiar?

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 4, 2013

All too often, especially in long-established companies, expertise gets in the way of innovation. So why not learn from innovators outside your industry as a way to shake things up and leapfrog your rivals? Jim Collins puts it this way: "The signature of mediocrity is not an unwillingness to change.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 9, 2013

The word comes from the Greek and means extreme pride and arrogance, generally indicating a loss of connection to reality brought about when those in power vastly overestimate their capabilities. Don''t kid yourself that they and their innovations aren''t a serious threat. You may be brilliant, ambitious, and audacious.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2010

the power of social media to influence change and distribute knowledge; 2.) link] Dan Collins Mike, Thanks for this. " I recently read Jim Collins' book "How the Mighty Fall" and recognized myself and some of my friends and colleagues in his research. Thanks for stopping by Linda. Thank You Sir.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

As you pointed out, being a one-trick pony, while better than not reading at all, is not as powerful as purposeful reading across topics. Best wishes Scott… [link] Dan Collins Mike, Excellent post. The power of the written word to make a difference in this world by inspiring others is enormous.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2010

Joe Mascia [link] Dan Collins Mike How do I offer a dissenting opinion to this piece? You said, “Understanding and respecting others perceptions is such a critical part of being an effective leader that absent this ability I truly believe you cannot be effective in a leadership role.” Great stuff Mike! Ego drives and Ego destroys.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

JULY 6, 2011

Doing Both: Capturing Today’s Profit and Driving Tomorrow’s Growth Inder Sidhu FT Press/Pearson Organizational transformation is not — repeat not – a zero-sum game One of the most self-defeating mindsets is suggested by the admonition, “You can’t have your cake and eat it too.&#

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 20, 2015

Like it or not, the reality (in supply chains, as elsewhere) is that power is asymmetrical – large customers typically have more clout than you do, and they know it. This was the situation facing Collins Consulting , a Chicago area provider of contingent staffing services. Manage culture by setting expectations appropriately.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 15, 2018

It may seem illogical, but the leap to a new growth curve begins by realizing that the recipe is not to take on more and speed up, but to slow down and let go of some of the issues that have been your driving forces: power, prestige, responsibility, recognition, or face-time. Maturity and Caliber.

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