Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 6, 2010

In our endeavors to develop Connection Cultures we encourage people who work together to get to know one another’s stories and to reach out and learn customers’ stories, if at all possible. The world would be a better place if organizations engaged their employees on these principles. Does Your Manager Know Your Story? |

McCarthy 281

McCarthy Godin Middle Management Teamwork 281

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Do Women Bring More Happiness to Families, Greater Effectiveness to Organizations? These conversations develop emotional connections and convey information that often has an impact on the execution of tasks. why is everyone smiling?

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Sports McCarthy Bottom-up Godin 347

Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 16, 2010

To learn more, watch the following video series of Jason Pankau teaching a workshop on Connection Cultures for Churches. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

Servant Leader 239

Servant Leader McCarthy Godin Middle Management 239

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 9, 2010

Lafley have in common Published by Michael Lee Stallard on May 9, 2010 10:35 am under E Pluribus Partners , Uncategorized , connection culture , webcasts Jobs, Catmull and Lafley connect with employees of their respective organizations, although they do so in distinctly unique ways. You can learn more about it at this link.

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Webinar McCarthy Godin Middle Management 186

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 10, 2010

Personally, I like to get most agreements in writing while taking time to develop a connection with the individuals I’m entering into the agreement with. I try to find shared interests, values and experiences that develop a connection and trust. 2 Comments so far davidburkus on October 11th, 2010 Good observation.

Ethics 199

Ethics McCarthy Godin Middle Management 199

Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 20, 2010

Now What? &# Chan’s work fits well with our mission to develop strength of character and connection in organizations (you can learn why we believe character strengths are so important for individual, organizational and societal health in the Connection Culture Manifesto that was published by changethis.com).

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McCarthy Godin Middle Management Teamwork 220

Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 23, 2010

No doubt the business school’s culture benefits from Alec Horniman’s wisdom as a thought leader in the fields of leadership, organizations, change and ethics. Take a look at the excellent video of Dr. Horniman discussing the importance of ethics in business and you’ll see what I mean. why is everyone smiling?

Leadership 186

Leadership Ethics McCarthy Godin 186

Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 31, 2010

It is consistent with our research where we heard respondents consistently use the terms “connect&# or “feel connected&# to describe the emotions they experience in relation to their organization’s identity, the people they work with and their day-to-day work. I like this definition. why is everyone smiling?

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Conference Definition McCarthy Godin 240

Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 15, 2010

Recently, I learned that MichaelLeeStallard.com was recognized as one of the top ten blogs on leadership by an organization that ranks blogs. Earlier this year, our blog received a similar honor from Jurgen Noop. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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Blog Leadership McCarthy Godin 246

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Free Connection and Employee Engagement Webinar Oct. 21 and for individuals in Pacific time zones on Oct. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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Webinar McCarthy Godin Middle Management 231

Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 14, 2010

Now this may sound bleak to some but for wise leaders and organizations it presents a huge opportunity. Finally, on a bright note, the Gallup Organization published research that established a causal link between employee engagement and favorable business outcomes. Below, I’ll explain. why is everyone smiling?

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Conference Report Human Capital McCarthy 293

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 19, 2010

Skillsoft has 10 million licensed users that represent 55 percent of the Fortune 500 and 24 percent of the Global 2000 organizations in business, government, and education. Organizations today are in desperate need of improving employee engagement and strategic alignment. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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Film Video McCarthy Godin 207

Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 20, 2010

Voice exists in an organization when everyone seeks the ideas and opinions of other, shares their opinions honestly and safeguards relational connections. Voice strengthens organizations in three ways. Voice reflects a culture that values humility, open-mindedness, curiosity, continuous learning and experimentation.

McCarthy 210

McCarthy Godin Middle Management Open-book 210

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 25, 2010

The organization provides real-time news and commentary collected from the world’s best online and offline sources to customers who need information but don’t have time to gather it from a myriad of places. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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McCarthy Godin Middle Management Content 150

Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 24, 2010

We also teach leaders that disrespectful behavior is intolerable because it reduces “Human Value&# in a culture, and leaders and/or individual contributors who exhibit disrespectful behavior need to be removed from the organization if they fail to change. Which of these character strengths are most important to your success?

Ethics 210

Ethics McCarthy Godin Open-book 210

Lead on Purpose

OCTOBER 20, 2010

A few common methods include: The number of people reporting up through the organization The quantity or amount of product or services produced The “bottom line&# or income produced by the company The number of links, references or accolades to the leader or the organization Other methods that focus on things and not people.

Leadership 170

Leadership Bottom-up Long-term Taylorism 170

Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 25, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Real Dysfunction Today, Hidden in Plain Sight Published by Michael Lee Stallard on August 25, 2010 04:42 pm under Uncategorized Many individuals and organizations today are in a funk. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

Social Capital 284

Social Capital McCarthy Godin Committee 284

Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 15, 2010

This applies to groups of all sizes including classrooms and schools, families, business and government organizations, hospitals, sports teams and the social sector. Strong relationships are key for any group to achieve the benefits enumerated above. Check out his book reviews and interviews at this link and you’ll see what what I mean.

Cooper 218

Cooper McCarthy Godin Middle Management 218

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 11, 2010

We have podcasts and webcasts scheduled with organizations including Giant Impact (TBD), the New Talent Management Network (11/16) and the Corporate Executive Board’s Toolbox for HR (10/20). We will be talking about Connection Cultures , employee engagement, employee motivation and other ideas in Fired Up or Burned Out.

Article 210

Article Human Capital Talent Management McCarthy 210

Lead on Purpose

SEPTEMBER 27, 2010

They imply authority (or lack thereof) within an organization. Leader, on the other hand, implies someone who’s out in front setting the direction for a group or an an organization. Seth Godin covers this concept nicely in his book Tribes. The owner gets the resources and funding to develop his products.

Management 169

Management Godin Marketing Blog 169

Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 14, 2010

In “ Detroit Goes from Gloom to Economic Bright Spot ,&# Bill Vlasic writes that the American automobile manufacturers are emerging from a near-death experience as leaner, more grounded, humbler, and more long-term oriented organizations. Good times often puff us up and develop hubris i n our character (i.e.,

Self-aware 275

Self-aware Long-term McCarthy Godin 275

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 7, 2010

This morning I learned Chick-fil-A is an organization that is motivated to build community. Every organization needs an inspiring identity that motivates its members. It’s nice to see a conference sponsor that has a reputation for virtuous leadership and values! why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

Reputation 186

Reputation Competitive Advantage McCarthy Godin 186

Lead on Purpose

MARCH 1, 2010

development, support, etc.) Trust and Credibility are two things that are very important to me and my organization. Trust is built over time as you follow through with the promises you make. Your credibility — the quality or power of inspiring belief — grows in much the same way. Thank you for blogging about this.

Covey 186

Covey Ethics Taylorism Taylor 186

Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 18, 2010

As the Navy improved sailor retention and developed greater alignment with Admiral Clark’s vision, it became faster and more responsive. So far I’ve seen good examples not only in the military but also in business, the social sector organizations, families, rock bands and sports teams. Navy, it sure should work for us.

Servant Leader 356

Servant Leader Bond Mentor McCarthy 356

Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 7, 2010

This definition is consistent with our research at E Pluribus Partners where we frequently heard respondents use the terms “connect&# or “feel connected&# to describe the emotions they experience in relation to their organization’s identity, the people they work with and their day-to-day work. .&# why is everyone smiling?

Conference 199

Conference Definition McCarthy Godin 199

Lead on Purpose

MARCH 30, 2010

To effectively work with development, sales and other teams in your organization you must gain their trust. The 13 behaviors listed above provide an excellent roadmap to developing and extending trust with others. Every aspect of your life will improve. Trust is key to understanding your customers and your market.

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Covey Loyalty Ethics Taylorism 265

Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

Organizations that have heart and soul enrich their owners, customers and communities in both economic and non-economic ways. If I owned that jewelry store I would encourage everyone on the staff to be intentional about developing heart, soul, mind and strength. What do I mean by heart and soul? Many customers can sense this.

Customer Loyalty 239

Customer Loyalty McCarthy Godin Self-aware 239

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 7, 2010

It was an inspiring message and he is genuine and clearly passionate about the organization, its people, customers and what it represents. Truett Cathy, to keep the company private which will help preserve the values of this great organization. Dan told the audience that he recently committed to his father, Chick-fil-A founder S.

Due Diligence 186

Due Diligence Competitive Advantage McCarthy Godin 186

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 5, 2010

Does your organization act like one body? Great leaders increase strategic alignment by making it clear that “we&# are one organization. They find ways to make members feel proud of the overall organization. They reward members who cooperate and help their colleagues and the overall organization.

Competitive Advantage 186

Competitive Advantage McCarthy Godin Definition 186

Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 20, 2010

Starbucks partners were gathering there for a walk (see picture above) to raise money for a non-profit organization. Why not let employees vote for a local charity and organize an outing to help them. There was a terrific energy among group participants. They were handing out t-shirts and Starbucks baseball caps for participants.

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Decentralization McCarthy Godin Conference 218

Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 8, 2010

You may find all that is necessary is to speak with your supervisor about making changes to your present job or something more may be required such as moving to a different job or business unit in your organization, or, in the the most extreme instances, changing careers altogether. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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Drucker Wilde McCarthy Godin 286

Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 15, 2010

Start trying these Micro-Connections out and watch what happens.Over time you will be energized and you’ll build trust and esprit de corps in your organization. Little things can make a big difference. No Comment No comments yet Posting your comment. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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Energy McCarthy Godin Middle Management 191

Lead on Purpose

NOVEMBER 6, 2010

This powerful statement comes from Tommy Spaulding in his new book It’s Not Just Who You Know: Transform Your Life (and Your Organization) by Turning Colleagues and Contacts into Lasting, Genuine Relationships. Developing relationships drives engagement (in school, in work, in personal lives) that pays dividends.

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Review Books ROI Loyalty 157

Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 3, 2010

The story in this season’s 24 also happens to be relevant to a series of presentations, articles and a book I’m working on about character values and how they impact the performance of individuals and organizations, including employee engagement, strategic alignment, productivity and innovation. why is everyone smiling?

Ethics 170

Ethics McCarthy Godin Middle Management 170

Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 9, 2010

What I found so enthralling was that he described what was possible, a better work culture and an organization where people thrived individually and collectively. Yesterday, I spoke at an organizational development network conference on Long Island. I still have the audio tapes from his lectures! why is everyone smiling?

Blog 199

Blog Leadership McCarthy Godin 199

Lead on Purpose

JANUARY 26, 2010

The first section of the book focuses on finding executives who “fit&# the organization. He develops what he calls the “universal character traits of leaders&# : Traits of personal humility: Courage, caring, compassion, respect, acceptance, kindness, optimism, gentleness, teachability and patience.

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Review Books Taylorism Taylor 143

Lead on Purpose

AUGUST 29, 2009

Develop an appreciation for the present moment. This same philosophy also applies to companies and organizations. It is what you haven’t done that will torment you. The message, therefore, is clear. Seize every second of your life and savor it. Value your present moments.

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Taylorism Taylor Ethics Godin 145