Nathan Magnuson

JULY 7, 2014

Set a good leadership example; when you make a mistake, admit it publicly. But there’s no other way to lead than by example. Here are some thoughts: Do a risk assessment. Have a plan and a contingency plan. In Colin Powell’s words, “Don’t take counsel of your fears.”. Don’t be afraid. Will always be worth it?

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 24, 2012

And then there’s the inclusivity of leadership in goal #15 that EVERYONE can set an example. Everyone can set an example. Please don’t miss the most important lesson I take from Snyder’s 16 Goals for Success: that success starts with commitment and ends with responsibility ( Tweet ). Here’s the list: 1.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

I like to use my dentist friend Mary Kay as an example. Just a few examples are charity campaigns, company work days and matching contributions. Although we may occasionally question the purpose of some organizations, ones that use their resources to meet legitimate needs do us all a great service. Do it together.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 1, 2019

” Examples Galore. Ex-Navy SEAL Jocko Willink put it best in his book NYT bestselling book Extreme Ownership , “The leader must own everything in his or her world. There is no one else to blame.”

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Over the course of my career thus far, I’ve found that these twelve strategies for extraordinary teamwork not only make your team stronger, they have the power to significantly influence the culture of your organization if others begin to follow your example. Come to Meetings with Recommendations. Offer to make the connection.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 2, 2014

In it he makes a promise: If you’ll set the example for your team, you’ll be on the path to more influence and impact. The actions we get are often reactions to our own actions. The question is: how do we begin? Mark Miller wrote an ebook recently called Leaders Go First. Because people always watch the leader.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 21, 2014

A quick look at the news and you’ll see many examples. Wouldn’t you prefer to work in a values-driven organizational culture? Imagine what could happen in an organization without values. Influence Mindsets and Behaviors. As most of us have observed, nearly every organizations have a set of core values.

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Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 5, 2018

Here is a quick example. Peter Drucker is frequently credited with the quote, “What gets measured gets managed.” ” It’s impossible to measure an unspecific metric. Core needs need measurable metrics. One of your formal targets could be average wait time.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 4, 2016

Not everyone is qualified to lead an organization at the top, but you’ll find great leadership examples all over the place if you stop to notice them. The options are endless: conduct a talent review, hold IDP discussions , build an onboarding process or find training options or stretch assignments. Be proactive.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 4, 2014

One of the best examples of a second chance was Thomas Edison’s invention of the light bulb. Help the person you are working with understand what they can do differently in the future (including the critical thinking components) to get the results you both want. Give Second Chances.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

With so much information and many high profile examples of what excellence looks like, how can we contribute in a significant way? Excellence is a blessing and a curse. It’s always a noble pursuit. But it can be intimidating as well. Regardless of what you aspire to do, excellence is a worthy goal.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 3, 2017

One such example is the decision-making process. Then someone recommended reading Dale Carnegie’s classic book How to Stop Worrying and Start Living. It not only raised my awareness immensely – it gave me many tools to combat stress, and also to limit the amount I bring onto myself.

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Nathan Magnuson

JULY 20, 2015

Follow a Peer’s Example. They will probably include helpful tips about structure, focus and scheduling interactions. And don’t be afraid to reach out to the program coordinator for more resources. One of the big mistakes of mentoring is doing it alone. Many of the best ideas come from the experiences of others.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

If you’re topic involves “thinking differently,” make sure you provide concrete examples as well. You can always provide resources to dive deeper later on. It’s Too Conceptual or Vague. Otherwise the participants will have trouble determining how to apply the concepts.

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Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 17, 2014

It means being on the lookout for examples of it. Since leaders must be optimists , catching people doing something right is the best place to start. Does this mean lowering our standards for excellence? Of course not. It Reinforces the Behavior. There’s another principle at play that what gets rewarded gets repeated.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 18, 2016

You’ve probably realized by now that not all the examples around you are good ones. This one is perhaps the most obvious and insightful. Every mistake of someone else’s you learn from, you potentially avoid making yourself. A failure by one leader could mean you receive a new assignment before you’re ready for it.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 6, 2014

” Here are some examples: I shouldn’t have to be friendly to every new person I meet all the time. Once the “scientific data” comes in, it’s easy to justify why would shouldn’t have to act a certain way or do certain jobs simply because it’s not “the way we are.”

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

Here’s an example: what comes to mind when you think about a century old world-class financial institution? Here are some of the ways each of us can win with people at work. Built Trust with Results AND Relationships. Trust isn’t just a two-way street. It’s a converging superhighway. So many factors come into play.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 10, 2012

There are many examples of “one and done” leaders who eventually broke under the pressure of adversity. But it is a fact of life that everyone will experience adversity at some level. As a leader, your ability endure to the end depends on your ability to overcome. The resilient ones are the ones who carry on despite the scars.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 3, 2012

Examples could include leading a new project, supporting a project on another team (or a joint team), doing a rotational assignment, attending a seminar, joining a professional association or networking group, completing a new certification, becoming a board member for a non-profit in your industry, or reading a book.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

And his examples are so powerful as well. ” He makes a powerful argument, you can make your case and officially WIN but you will LOSE one way or another. link] Nathan Magnuson. I totally agree, Tom. link] Dan Black. link] Caleb.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 26, 2012

Some examples from all three could include leading a new project, supporting a project on another team (or a joint team), doing a rotational assignment, attending a seminar, joining a professional association or networking group, completing a new certification, becoming a board member for a non-profit in your industry, or reading a book.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 8, 2018

As an example, my top five strengths are: futuristic, maximizer, strategic, focus and relator. For example, if you are not a strong communicator but are a very competitive person, turn your communication challenges into a competition in order to generate the energy you need to perform.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 6, 2020

I believe it’s never the wrong time to set the right example. The people on the other end of our leadership – our customers, team members, followers and stakeholders – all depend on us to lead well. Because of this, I also believe that everyone has the opportunity and the responsibility to lead, no matter their title, level or qualifications.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 18, 2014

But in the meantime, let’s consider some examples of what great, powerful questions look like. Consider the differences between these two examples. Leading vs. Non-Leading Questions: A leading questions proposes a solution in the form of a question. A non-leading question opens up the possibility for multiple solutions.

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Great Examples. Since I work in corporate leadership development and write as well, he’s been a great example for me to look up to in my career, as have many others. If they set an example worth following, don’t be afraid to emulate them. It is very difficult to set a good example if you only learn from a poor one.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 4, 2018

My favorite example comes from a young lady named Anjeli. One is a long-term commitment and one is only short-term. The best smiles are the ones that last. So how do you learn to smile if you’ve been accustomed to being a grouch?

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 1, 2015

The list of examples of all the people who have succeeded on their own is a long one. In many cases this is true, but fortunately, not in all. If you’re on your own, you can still make it. Here are the top two reasons: So Many People Have Done It.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 3, 2014

I could still learn from him, but ultimately I couldn’t view him as anything less than a bad example. When I found out that it didn’t, I knew I could no longer consider him as a leader worth emulating. So what can you and I do to make sure our legacy stays in tact? Be Humble.

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 5, 2020

Interestingly, not only do I enjoy watching Patrick Mahomes play football more than I would probably enjoy it myself, Mahomes serves as a great leadership profile example as well. Instead of pushing for playing time, Mahomes made the most of his waiting period by soaking up the knowledge and professional example Smith set.

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