Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 6, 2014

I shouldn’t be expected to be so creative. .” Here are some examples: I shouldn’t have to be friendly to every new person I meet all the time. I shouldn’t need to make a decision so quickly. I shouldn’t have to be so flexible. Or structured. I shouldn’t have to be the leader in this situation.

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Nathan Magnuson

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But as we gain experience, we start to operate from habit rather than creativity. When was the last time you did something for the first time? As a young professional, everything is new. It’s extremely self-limiting.

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Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 2, 2015

In his book Creative Followership , Jimmy Collins recounts the realization of his own limitations as a self-employed individual. One final note – many people assume that if they could just work for themselves, they’d forever solve the boss problem. It’s not always true.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 3, 2015

I don’t think I’ve heard as comprehensive (or creative) a thinking process as it relates to decision-making. I read a book a couple years ago that took decision-making to a whole new level. It was Decisive by Chip & Dan Heath. offer a discount on our products?)

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 17, 2012

Once focus is clear, we have freedom to think creatively about how to achieve the desired result. Remember how much of a difference high definition television made when it first came to market? Asking why provides laser sharp, HD focus. Asking Why Expands Options. It’s like deciding which options you’d like in your new car.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 3, 2012

Like I mentioned in the last post, the options for development activities are limited only by an employee’s creativity, resourcefulness, or in some cases, organizational resources.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

The options are limited only by your creativity, resourcefulness, and in some cases, organizational resources. Once you’ve identified your career goal and objectives, you’re ready to identify and commit to the developmental activities that will meet your objectives.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 20, 2014

It takes intelligence, creativity and a winning spirit to profit from your losses. Do people really worry that much , I thought. When I began reading, I realized I was one of the target audience. Carnegie shared that anyone can profit from their gains.

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Not only that, it’s a massive impediment to the creative process. It’s the candid sharing of our opinions and feedback (in appropriate ways) that provide enough input for the team to make informed decisions. Group think is dangerous, but it’s the status quo when team members are afraid to appear naive.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 19, 2012

How can you take time to creatively communicate it? And in many circumstances, when we are “hearty in our approbation,” others are inspired to reach for greater heights than they previously thought possible. Whose balcony can you step into today? In Communication , Influence , Inspiration , Personal Effectiveness , Values.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 2, 2015

That’s where the Royals get creative in their commitment to family. That said, sometimes it takes getting creative to help foster a healthy balance. .” Put Family First. Baseball is one of many industries that places large demands on family life. Long road trips often compete with family time. Stand Up for Each Other.

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