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JULY 2, 2010

I believe the same characteristics that are present in the heart of a warrior are also present in the most successful executives and entrepreneurs. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 26, 2010

While most executives that have reached the C-suite level understand the importance of scaling via delegation, far too many CEOs struggle with the effective implementation of the concept. The simple truth is that all great leaders are highly skilled in matters of delegation.

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JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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APRIL 5, 2010

My experience with most executives & entrepreneurs is that they are totally committed to and focused on success. display: none; } 3 Tweets Building a Great Team | Catalyst 2 Tweets Contingency Planning | N2Growth Blog By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth My experience with most executives and [.] I Think Not.

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JANUARY 20, 2011

In today’s post I’ll share my thoughts on how to control gossip in the workplace… If what you desire as an executive is to have a healthy, thriving, and productive company, it is essential that you curtail office gossip. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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JANUARY 3, 2011

If change and innovation weren’t key contributors to sustainable success, and the enterprise could just run on auto-pilot, you could replace the CEO with a General Manager. That is the question that many a business is forced to ask at some point during their life cycle. The fact is that business is not a static endeavor. I Think Not.

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OCTOBER 28, 2010

The reality is that great leaders all seem to possess an innate sense of timing such that most executives have a very clear understanding of the critical role timing plays as a survival skill at the C-suite level. So much so, that if you don’t think timing is everything - think again. I Think Not.

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APRIL 25, 2010

Tenure Inhibits Change and Cripples Innovation : Organizations that favor tenure also tend to be prone to majoring in the minors. All of these traits preclude the advancement of change initiatives and cripple innovation. Walking into these organizations is often like traveling back in time 20 years. I Think Not.

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JULY 11, 2010

I don’t do so in an attempt to torture you with redundant thought, but rather because I believe it is a message that is often taken far too lightly by chief executives. I would love to hear your thoughts and observations in the comments section below. This is such a great reminder as to the necessity of getting back to the basics.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. You know the issue of sequestered executives is a real problem when it’s main-stream enough to be made into a prime-time Reality TV show.

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APRIL 20, 2010

Unless you are a very large enterprise it is unlikely that you have the time, money, staffing, or external professional relationships to execute a brand management strategy such as the one outlined above. The preceding description paints the perfect illustration of why branding is one of my favorite topics…It is complex.

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

At an organizational level have you focused so much on process improvements and incremental gains that you’ve failed to recognize opportunity and innovate? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Let me ask you a question – Have you become so efficient that you’ve rendered yourself ineffective? I Think Not. Our Freedom.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

The best leaders are focused on leading change and innovation to keep their organizations fresh, dynamic and growing. They find ways to consistently engage them and incorporate them into their innovation and planning initiatives. Bottom line – leaders who build a static business doom themselves to failure.

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DECEMBER 1, 2010

In the business world, as a chief executive officer or entrepreneur, corporate messaging is the key to both your personal and professional positioning strategy. It takes a blending of approach to craft the right message and this will not happen when operating in a vacuum. They speak with authority, clarity, and certitude.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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JULY 26, 2010

Often I find my executive coaching clients shy away from confidence because they fear that it equates to arrogance – and, understandably, don't want to be seen in that way! mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I think not. Ramzi I think arrogance is a sign of lack of self esteem. I Think Not. Our Freedom.

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MAY 16, 2010

Posted on October 13th, 2010 by admin in Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth How dumb is your business? If your company can’t be operated by mere mortals, you need to reexamine your business logic. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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DECEMBER 20, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

The fact of the matter is that senior executives who rise to the C-suite do so largely based upon their ability to consistently make sound decisions. They make bad decisions. And in some cases they compound bad decision upon bad decision. Most importantly, knowledge is actionable with a high degree of accuracy because proof of concept exists.

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JULY 6, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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AUGUST 24, 2010

Even solid world class institutions like the University of California Berkeley under the leadership of Chancellor Birgeneau & Provost Breslauer are firing employees, staff, faculty and part-time lecturers through “Operational Excellence (OE) initiative”: last year 600 were fired, this year 300. I Think Not. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 14, 2010

The “ right &# answer seemed quite obvious to me, but in reading the respondent’s (100 hiring managers, executives and HR types) answers I was truly amazed at what I saw…It is no wonder that companies struggle with talent management when they hire based on the “ wrong &# evaluation metrics. I Think Not. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 9, 2010

Whether it is aesthetic, functional, creative, process, innovative, intellectual, technical or applicational…design matters. The iPod pioneered innovative design in the mp3 player vertical with great technical design, outstanding functional design, and is in a class by itself with regard to aesthetic design. I Think Not.

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MARCH 23, 2010

This was no accident…it took hard work, careful planning, and extreme attention to detail with a focus on execution…This example is exactly how a great customer experience is created. The focus of these short-sighted bean counters incorrectly place cost savings ahead of the customer experience.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

This is a must read for any executive who has face-time with the board. Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I Think Not. Our Freedom.

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JULY 8, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

In fact, look no further than the current business innovations to seek validation for my assertions. Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I Think Not.

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NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Posted on November 29th, 2010 by admin in Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Bonus or no bonus? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. That is the question. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Nothing signals leadership trouble more than an executive who can’t make decisions. Walt Disney, one of the greatest creative talents and true innovators of our time realized the value of action when he said: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.&# Sound harsh?

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. Innovation, improvements, or these 'Next' Practices should be looked at in all facets of your business value proposition, your core. As an example, Look at Apple!

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APRIL 5, 2010

The only exceptions I’ve witnessed that contradict my observations mentioned above are situations where a purpose-aligned execution based on the desire to give selflessly in service exists. I totally understand the responsibility of CEO's and upper level leadership regarding completion and execution.

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OCTOBER 22, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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AUGUST 11, 2010

I have witnessed otherwise savvy executives place the need for emotional superiority ahead of achieving their mission (not that they always understood this at the time). This is such a common problem for executives that I coach. If so, you likely have issues with conflict. Love your articel and the suggestions within it.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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OCTOBER 25, 2010

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JANUARY 16, 2011

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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