Sat.Aug 25, 2012 - Fri.Aug 31, 2012

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On Anger: Techniques for Managing Emotions at Work

Let's Grow Leaders

Anyone can be angry– that is easy. But to be angry with the right person, to the right degree, at the right time, for the right purpose, and in the right way– this is not easy. -Aristotle I run… I do yoga… I reflect… I write…and sometimes, I get angry. As leaders, how we manage [.] The post On Anger: Techniques for Managing Emotions at Work appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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The Importance of Alliances as a Leader

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Self Leadership Team Dynamics Alliances are a key part of what a leader does. They are critical whether you are an employee, business owner, consultant, or volunteer. Alliances provide a network of trusted sources. Skilled leaders build diverse teams for success and do not work in a vacuum. In my blog post, Keys to Successful Leadership, I briefly touch on the importance [.].

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The I in Team

Leading Blog

The often repeated phrase, “There’s no ‘I’ in TEAM” is only half true. It ignores the fact that great teams have great individual members. And high performing teams are not always easy places to be. Mark de Rond acknowledges in There Is an I in Team , that “with few exceptions, the qualities that make individuals as gifted as they are can make them wearisome as team members.

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5 Ways To Keep Good From Becoming The New Bad

Terry Starbucker

“Good Job!” I used to hear this early in my career and feel pretty satisfied about it – after all, someone was praising me for getting the job done. And who doesn’t want to be praised? Later on, I became a leader and discovered the real hazards of those two little words. I thought that delivering a lot of “good jobs” would help with morale, and spur the team on to greater heights.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.

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Stupid Feedback: When Stupid Smarts and What to Do About It

Let's Grow Leaders

We’ve all been on the receiving end of stupid feedback from time to time. It’s mean. It hurts. And it isn’t useful… or is it? Feedback is stupid when it’s alarming, but not specific… when we leave the conversation not understanding what to learn, or have any inkling about what to change. It’s easy [.] The post Stupid Feedback: When Stupid Smarts and What to Do About It appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Leader Athletes: Training Long for the Long Run

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Development Self Leadership Why are so many leaders attracted to running long distance and other endurance sports? I’ve spent the last decade talking to swimmers, bikers, and runners in line at pre-triathlon and marathon port-a-pots asking that question. Why? Because I have a tendency to consume too much pre-race caffeine and my “competition” is also nervous, friendly, and [.].

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Are You An Original Leader Or A Copycat Leader?

Tanveer Naseer

Last week, much of the business and technology world was abuzz over a US court’s landmark decision against Samsung that it had violated some of Apple’s software and design copyrights. While the decision is certainly far from final – with Samsung already announcing that they will appeal the decision – several observers are astutely pointing out the potential fallout Apple’s victory will have on the innovation process for any organization.

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Is Fitness a Leadership Competency?

Let's Grow Leaders

As a yogi, I believe in the connection between body, mind and spirit. I also know that my fitness routine is a vital aspect of who I am as a leader. For me, time spent on fitness is time to think, to clear my head… and to become mentally and physically stronger. When I [.] The post Is Fitness a Leadership Competency? appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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3 Steps That Will Help You Make Great Decisions

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Coaching Leaders make decisions. It’s what they do. It may be the most important thing they do. It’s not necessarily one individual decision that is important. It’s the cumulative effect of decisions that build momentum, or destroy it. As Jim Collins, author of Good To Great, states, these incremental decisions build momentum.

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Seven Ways to (Really) Engage People

Kevin Eikenberry

Engagement is a very trendy word, and while it is so powerful, because of its (over)use, people are making it harder to understand and think about than is necessary. In fact, it is writers, speakers and consultants (yep, people like me) who are adding to the confusion by injecting complexity where it isn’t needed. So [.].

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Are You An Original Leader Or A Copycat Leader?

Tanveer Naseer

Last week, much of the business and technology world was abuzz over a US court’s landmark decision against Samsung that it had violated some of Apple’s software and design copyrights. While the decision is certainly far from final – with Samsung already announcing that they will appeal the decision – several observers are astutely pointing out the potential fallout Apple’s victory will have on the innovation process for any organization.

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Saturday Salutation: How She Began

Let's Grow Leaders

My day began well. I met a fantastic woman at a call center recognition event. She shared this great story… which I humbly share with you. Everyone kept telling me that I needed to be more confident, to be the expert for our customers. But the problem was I just wasn’t feeling confident. And…I didn’t [.] The post Saturday Salutation: How She Began appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Leadership Perspective: Building on Common Purpose

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Development Have you experienced organizations that develop a Vision Statement, a Mission Statement, and a Purpose Statement and spend enormous amounts of money to send the message throughout the organization, but the teams and individuals within that organization never commit to them? On the flip side, have you experienced the joy and excitement of a working [.].

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The Evolving Role of Women in Sales

Women on Business

NEWS AND INSIGHTS UPDATE : How do women become successful in sales? Author and sales expert Jill Konrath spoke with Corey Eridon of HubSpot about the role of women in sales, including sales success, gender quotas, and getting ahead. Corey shares some of Jill’s insights that were captured during the interview: Corey: What are some of the challenges women face in a sales role?

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5 Ways to Improve DE&I in the Workplace

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical for an organization’s success. And companies that take bold action to help ensure an inclusive workplace will win every time. Discover how your company can create a culture that celebrates DE&I while achieving higher revenue and growth.

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Civility and Openness to Learning

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton Author's Note: In a previous post, Civility is an Ethical Issue, I explained why civility is an ethical issue. In this post I'll explore the connection between civility and openness to learning. Moving From Tolerance to Civility in Conversation It seems that "civility" has come to mean something closer to the word "tolerance" in everyday conversation.

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Mintzberg on What’s Wrong with Management

Leadership Freak

Henry Mintzberg thinks modern management is off the tracks. While we spoke, I got the feeling if I asked what’s wrong with management he’d say practically everything. This from one of the most respected business thinkers in the world. He went so far as to say, “The problem in America isn’t the economy it’s management.” [.].

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Ingrained Biases

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Development School is back in session and the formidable task beings of coordinating 5 kids, 13 drivers (1 kid drives) and 2 cars. One of parents, and a good friend, let’s call him Joe, created a google doc spreadsheet for us (10 parents plus 1 family’s nanny & housekeeper) to organize driving. As you can imagine, [.].

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The Five Steps of CRISP Decision-Making

Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

Chris, the leader of the planning committee for the next District Managers Meeting, sent an email to the company’s leadership team describing two possible venues. Emails flew around as people weighed in. Someone wrote that it looked like the decision was in favor of the first venue. More emails then flew around expressing concern about its distance from the airport.

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No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results

Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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Helping them to stretch

Persuasive Powerhouse

. I recall some advice I received as a young child about challenges: “If someone else has done it, you can do it” If you’d spent any time watching the Olympics, you’d see more to that guidance, as I did: “If someone else has done it, you can surpass them” When I hear executives balk at my optimistic belief in their potential for stretching any goals they’ve set, I stand my ground.

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Mintzberg Rejects Macro-Leadership

Leadership Freak

** “Macro-leadership is just as bad as micro-management.” Henry Mintzberg. During our conversation, Mintzberg explained that, “It’s destructive to separate management from leadership. Leaders need to get their hands dirty.” No buy in: Mintzberg believes that leaders focused on setting strategy and vision but who are removed from the front lines eventually develop a vision [.].

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Steps and Tips for Proper Project Planning

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Development We have all heard the age old 7 P’s about the effects proper planning has on your performance. While the phrase may be a bit brash, it is completely accurate. Poor planning is one of the top reasons most businesses fail. The ability to properly plan and complete projects can be an extremely intricate, complicated [.].

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2012 Most Powerful Women Entrepreneurs

Women on Business

NEWS AND INSIGHTS UPDATE: Fortune has released its 2012 list of the most powerful women entrepreneurs, and the women on the list are quite diverse. From an actress to a tech guru, the list includes some inspiring women! The 2012 list of the most powerful women entrepreneurs includes: 1. Jessica Alba, Co-Founder, The Honest Co. 2. Jill Becker, CEO and Founder, Cambridge NanoTech 3.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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Dialog: slowing down to speed up

Persuasive Powerhouse

. A notable leader I was working with discovered the importance of dialog with his team and others throughout the organization. While I observed great results when we worked together, I’d been out of touch with him for a while when we reconnected. I was expecting to hear about how time consuming this kind of conversation is and that he’d decided that dialog was pulling him away from all the urgent things that required his attention.

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Managing performers and potentials – 3 steps

Lead on Purpose

Guest post by Kyle Lagunas. In a time when the workforce is increasingly transient, your ability to identify high-performing and high-potential employees—and that of your managers—is critical. And yet, many struggle to distinguish one from the other, negatively impacting their ability to develop and retain top talent. In many organizations, performance is the primary measure of an employee’s value in the organization.

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Lead Yourself First: The Empowering Magic of Detachment

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Self Leadership [link] We all can become attached at some stage in our lives. As children we are attached to our parents or other caregivers. In this scenario attachment is seen as healthy and affirming. When an attachment prevents us from seeing or acting clearly it has become unhealthy… In the workplace, we can become attached to a particular [.].

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Risk Taking Women Entrepreneurs

Women on Business

Gambling on a Calculated Risk. Roll the dice…and trust that the odds will be in your favor and if they aren’t ”May the odds be ever in your favor” (sorry I couldn’t help myself), you have to be willing to do what it takes to turn the tables. Sometimes you just have to go for it. The one thing all entrepreneurs have in common…they took a risk.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.

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Inspiration from The Daffodil Principle

In the CEO Afterlife

Today I received an e-mail of The Daffodil Principle. I’d read it a number of years ago but had forgotton the important message. Spend a couple of minutes reading Jaroldeen Asplund Edwards’ beautiful story. If it inspires you, pass it on and benefit another. The Daffodil Principle. Several times my daughter had telephoned to say, “Mother, you must come to see the daffodils before they are over.” I wanted to go, but it was a two-hour drive from Laguna to Lake Arrowhead. &#

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Stepping Toward Excellence

Leadership Freak

Finding excellence requires passion, persistence, principles, clarity, direction, and more. Excellence isn’t easy. Congratulations if you joined the pursuit. But there’s a key ingredient you’re likely missing that smooths the path and greases the wheels. The pursuit of excellence requires feedback that describes, affirms, and improves useful behaviors or exposes ineffective ones.

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Leaders: Do Your Actions Bring You Closer to Your vision?

Lead Change Blog

Posted in Leadership Development This morning I hung out my freshly washed clothes to dry in the sharp, hot Mallorcan sun. After 3.5 years, I was struck by the realization that I actually enjoy this weekly act. Awaiting each batch of clean laundry is my funky royal blue clothes line strung between two orange trees. The process is so simple, [.].

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Time Management: How to Maximize Your Productivity

Women on Business

Guest Post by Vanessa James, Technology Consultant at Confio.com (learn more about Vanessa at the end of this article): In a busy office environment, it often becomes important to be able to complete several duties simultaneously. This leads to increased multitasking in the workplace. Women are often both praised and ridiculed for their ability to multitask.

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How to Write OKRs: 45 Effective Examples

Discover how to align everyday employee priorities with company goals. Many companies are embracing objectives and key results (OKRs) as the best practice for committing to goals and following through. Objectives are outcomes that reflect current company priorities. Each employee should write OKRs that roll up to larger company goals. Show employees how they contribute to the larger mission.