Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 2, 2009

Another month has gone by, which means it's time to post my favorite post -- the one about leading by setting a good example. So, as a reminder, here are 15 things you can do to be an effective and successful leader: 1. Praise when compliments are earned. Be decisive. Say "Thank You" and sincerely mean it. Communicate clearly.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 19, 2012

You set a great example. He says that employees are asked to display them each and every day : A Warrior Spirit A Servant’s Heart A Fun-LUVing Attitude The airline says that employees embrace Southwest as a “cause,” not a job. And, that “cause” is serving its customers. “We Happy Anniversary SWA.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 12, 2024

Question: Are there any good examples of companies that have successfully undergone the SRT loop? Homkes: The Survive , Reset , Thrive book is filled with examples of companies that successfully traversed the SRT journey! It generates knowledge of what is initially unknown, and so creates learning.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 22, 2012

Are you a leader who is struggling with how to write your company's core values? You can learn from Recreational Equipment Incorporated , better known as REI -- an outdoor gear and apparel co-op.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Examples are: Tell me more Explain that to me Go on And, "when a leader fails to know where he/she is going, refuses to listen to what he/she doesn't want to hear, or relies on faulty information, bad things happen," adds Sesno. Frank Sesno Sesno also shares that some questions work best when they don't end in a question mark.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 4, 2023

The book is packed with: Examples and case studies Action plans Tools, techniques and tricks of the trade The authors also explain why you need to start even before your official first day on the job. And, if you miss one or more of the critical tasks that must be accomplished in your first 100 days, you'll likely fail.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 8, 2023

For example, an offering that already exists in one area can be brand new when it is offered in other areas. “In Some recent nondisruptive examples include: 23andMe : DTC genetic testing helps understand ancestry and disease without displacing geneticists or hospitals. $1B+ It’s applicable to any geographic area of the world.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 1, 2024

For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs? Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail?

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 1, 2023

Examples are: Tell me more Explain that to me Go on And, "when a leader fails to know where he/she is going, refuses to listen to what he/she doesn't want to hear, or relies on faulty information, bad things happen," adds Sesno. Frank Sesno Sesno also shares that some questions work best when they don't end in a question mark.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 17, 2024

For example, we may need to help people overcome their limiting mindsets, or help them uncover their hidden assets derived from their full set of life experiences, not just their work experience." Until companies embrace this fact, they’ll never reach their full potential.” “For

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 10, 2023

My goal was to provide a comprehensive playbook, drawing from real-world examples, to empower professionals at any career stage to build influence, lead effectively and use power responsibly. With purpose, adaptability, genuine communication and leading by example, you can build influence with integrity.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Plan to read this highly personal, instructive book with entertaining anecdotes and inspirational examples. Make whoever is talking to you feel like the most important person in the room. With only 152 pages, it’s a quick read that’s packed with helpful advice for leaders who truly want to excel.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 5, 2024

Leading by example and encouraging open and honest communication. Friedman teaches that there are seven steps , based on human virtues we all strive to achieve, that are key to unlocking the power of a people-first culture : Patience. Slowing down the hiring process to help you better choose the right candidate for any role, every time.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

The book is not a memoir, but instead intended to provide examples from my life journey to show what is possible even with seemingly impossible odds. It is intended to inspire others to accomplish the impossible and to use education as their path to freedom.”

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 31, 2023

Thank you, Dad, for teaching me these valuable lessons by setting such a good example. Throughout my career, I injected humor to diffuse stressful situations. And to build stronger bonds with my colleagues. I miss you.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 10, 2024

Provide me some examples? Have you had any uncomfortable situations or conflicts with supervisors, coworkers, or customers? Does your supervisor clearly explain what the organization expects of you? Do you believe your ideas and suggestions are valued?

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Provide me some examples? Have you had any uncomfortable situations or conflicts with supervisors, coworkers, or customers? Does your supervisor clearly explain what the organization expects of you? Do you believe your ideas and suggestions are valued?

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 25, 2023

Give an example of when you demonstrated good leadership. The next time you are interviewing a candidate and you want to access their leadership skills, consider asking the candidate these questions: What personal qualities define you as a leader? Describe a situation when these qualities helped you lead others.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 15, 2023

Plan to read this highly personal, instructive book with entertaining anecdotes and inspirational examples. Make whoever is talking to you feel like the most important person in the room. With only 152 pages, it’s a quick read that’s packed with helpful advice for leaders who truly want to excel.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 5, 2022

Examples are: Tell me more Explain that to me Go on. And, "when a leader fails to know where he/she is going, refuses to listen to what he/she doesn't want to hear, or relies on faulty information, bad things happen," adds Sesno. Frank Sesno Sesno also shares that some questions work best when they don't end in a question mark.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 11, 2023

Examples are, "We couldn't have accomplished this without you," "That was really useful." Listen -- Make time to hear what colleagues, peers and employees have to say to show you care. Positive Language -- Find words and phrases to show employees they're needed. Document -- Put praise in writing to increase its impact.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 2, 2023

Provide me some examples? Have you had any uncomfortable situations or conflicts with supervisors, coworkers, or customers? Does your supervisor clearly explain what the organization expects of you? Do you believe your ideas and suggestions are valued?

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 9, 2023

For example, transitioning from the Performance Zone to Learning Zone means moving from: performing activities and goals to improvement activities and goals. For example, do we first conduct significant research and use focus groups to inform the experiment, or do we move quickly to learning while doing? When and how?

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 19, 2023

For example: How much does it cost to express genuine interest in customers or to anticipate their needs? Does it cost more to display a sense of urgency or to pay attention to detail?

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Can you give me some examples? Questions to ask current employees to gather feedback about their feeling of belonging : What were your expectations for diversity and inclusion when you first joined our company? Has the company met or not met those expectations and why? How inclusive do you feel our environment is?

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 2, 2020

Using example proven strategies and tactics, checklists, tools and action steps, you’ll learn how to how to effectively use social media, blogs, video, online and offline marketing, your website and more. Whether you are a business owner or entrepreneur, Do It!

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 11, 2021

The book is packed with: Examples and case studies Action plans Tools, techniques and tricks of the trade The authors also explain why you need to start even before your official first day on the job. And, if you miss one or more of the critical tasks that must be accomplished in your first 100 days, you'll likely fail.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

Question: How about another example? For example, by trying to take credit for your or someone else’s work? For example, you might say, “Neil, I’m so glad you agree with what I said earlier! Helgesen : Here’s a simple one: remember peoples’ names and take responsibility for pronouncing them correctly.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

With practical tools and dozens of real-world examples, Strategic shows you how to be more than tactical―and how to be truly strategic. There’s no better time than now to read this book. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

For example, how do people benefit from working with me? Tie your self-promotion to the value to the organization. Further actions you can take, says McCollum, are ways to build your brand and presence : Write out five words that describe what you want your brand to be. What advice or help do people come to me for?

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 24, 2021

For example Ask why to get to “I don’t know” and then go learn what you don’t know. Ask why to get to “Because” – which is a constraint to your eventual solution. In short, Why is the most powerful question you can ask, and ask again, during the critical thinking process.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 21, 2023

Jones Using her stories and those of other women as examples, Jones’ four step “ EDIT ” methodology ( Envision , Design , Iterate , and Transform ) will enable you to transform your mindset to win. In addition to her own career journey and EDIT, within the book Jones discusses how to: Create your success vision.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 8, 2020

The book is packed with: Examples and case studies Action plans Tools, techniques and tricks of the trade The authors also explain why you need to start even before your official first day on the job. And, if you miss one or more of the critical tasks that must be accomplished in your first 100 days, you'll likely fail.

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Planning Objective Case Study Morale 65

Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 20, 2021

Examples are: Tell me more Explain that to me Go on. And, "when a leader fails to know where he/she is going, refuses to listen to what he/she doesn't want to hear, or relies on faulty information, bad things happen," adds Sesno. Frank Sesno Sesno also shares that some questions work best when they don't end in a question mark.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

It provides diagnostic tools and supportive practices and even offers advice on how to find a positive interpretation for results that don’t conform to your anticipated outcome.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 6, 2020

For example: Ask why to get to “I don’t know” and then go learn what you don’t know. Ask why to get to “Because” – which is a constraint to your eventual solution. In short, Why? Is the most powerful question you can ask, and ask again, during the critical thinking process.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 4, 2021

Examples are: Tell me more Explain that to me Go on Thank you to the book publisher for sending me a copy of the book. And, "when a leader fails to know where he/she is going, refuses to listen to what he/she doesn't want to hear, or relies on faulty information, bad things happen," adds Sesno.

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