The Center For Leadership Studies

JUNE 8, 2023

Situational Leadership In The Technology Sector In large part, technology companies live on the cutting edge and continually need to reinvent themselves in order to survive and prosper. As such, technology companies in particular need to foster a culture where “high skill and high will” have the license to be creative.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Entrepreneurs, c orporate executives and managers know from experience that the best teams sport a rare mixture of friction, freedom and alignment. A journalist specializing in emerging technology, she was an early team leader at Wired magazine, and has also been on the staff of Macworld , PCWorld and Outside magazines.

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Entrepreneur Diversity Magazine Film 355

Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2016

Polarization of historic proportions, racial divide, technological challenges and globalization—we are all experiencing stress and uncertainty in our volatile, complex and uncertain environment. As an executive coach, I had the opportunity to interview colleagues and direct reports of an executive I was coaching in a major organization.

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Stress Uncertainty Learning-by-Doing Environment 150

Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Or, it could be used poorly – just ask executives at Sports Illustrated who were recently terminated for their misuse of AI tools. Decision Making and Problem Solving Don’t rely on antiquated technology like your Magic Eight Ball or a Jump to Conclusions mat. Language Translation Example 1.2. Tone Analysis Example 1.3.

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Servant Leader Sample Power Document 100

In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 23, 2012

As a kid in sports, I played my heart out, hated my opponents and cried when I lost. The late French author Andre Maurois once said, “Business is a combination of sport and war.” Like a sports scorecard, competitive spirit demands measurement and accountability of performance. I ’m an extremely competitive person.

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Power Sports Competitive Advantage Advertising 208

Coaching Tip

MARCH 31, 2016

According to John Agno , a certified business and executive coach, “In today’s environment of changing technology and evolving organizations, coaching can have a strategic impact. Sports is a good example of why coaching is effective. It provides continuous learning and develops people to meet current and future needs.

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Long-term Executive Coaching Sports Mentor 70

First Friday Book Synopsis

JULY 2, 2011

Adam Bryant conducts interviews of senior-level executives that appear in his “Corner Office” column each week in the SundayBusiness section of The New York Times. Here are a few insights provided during an interview of Kathy Button Bell, vice president and chief marketing officer of Emerson, the manufacturing and technology company in St.

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Sports Technology Marketing Execution 70

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 28, 2011

While CEO’s can’t be in charge of recruiting, it’s important to realize that CEOs still own responsibility for the outcome – the buck always stops at the desk of the chief executive. I believe that C-level executives can’t afford not to keep their hands in the talent function at some level.

Insurance 353

Insurance Bottom-up CEO Compliance 353

Six Disciplines

MAY 24, 2011

Atrium offers family-centered care and advanced technology supporting a full range of services including cardiac care, sports medicine and physical therapy, a multidisciplinary cancer program and a wide array of women's services. Atrium Medical Center is a 279-bed hospital in Warren County, just west of Middletown, Ohio.

Sports 101

Sports Technology Resources Strategy 101

Women on Business

JANUARY 10, 2011

Some of the writers pointed out that these were two different sports and couldn’t be compared. Whether it’s the style of play in a sport, or leadership style in the business world, men and women are clearly and obviously different. A lot of people said a lot of pretty dumb things. Can’t we all just get along?

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Press Release Discount PR Sports 165

In the CEO Afterlife

JUNE 10, 2012

This month’s Fast Company names the 100 Most Creative People in Business, with an emphasis on global leaders in technology, design, media, music, movies, marketing, television and sports. 46 Ross Martin – Executive VP, MTV Scratch. “So Because it is the idea, and not the money that drives entrepreneurship.

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Creativity Advertising Belief Systems Storytelling 238

Skip Prichard

JUNE 14, 2021

So, we draw on very diverse examples of innovation – from science through to sports and from architecture through to social innovation – and the framework is really meant to help anybody who is facing challenges and looking to come up with original solutions. And we identify two forms of levitation. Only then is your mind free to wander. “If

How To 113

How To Innovation Creativity Entrepreneur 113

Steve Farber

JANUARY 9, 2017

Technology. A recent study by Korn Ferry found that 63 percent of the 800 leaders they interviewed said technology will be their firm’s greatest source of competitive advantage within five years. And 67 percent said technology will create greater value in the future than people. Technology is important.

Competitive Advantage 63

Competitive Advantage Letter Apparel Welch 63

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

In most sports I’m aware of you cannot play if you don’t suit-up and show-up. Leadership is a participation sport and never works well in absentia. Show-up : You can’t make a difference if you don’t show-up. It requires zero talent to be present mentally and physically.

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Blog Leadership Loyalty Self-aware 412

N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2010

Sure it would…Likewise, if I drove up in a new Bentley, wearing a $3,000 custom tailored suit, sporting a fresh manicure, a GQ hair-cut, and with an attitude of arrogance, wouldn’t that also color your opinion of my ability? While I have a few swiss watches, my Timex Ironman is still my favorite.

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Blog Gordon Brand Media 375

Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 14, 2013

McKinsey Insights ’ Pankaj Ghemawat references a survey of senior executives where 76% of them feel they need to develop global-leadership capabilities, but only 7% of feel they are doing so effectively. After a $80 million investment, Chrysler managed to create an outrageous sports car which was selling at $50,000.

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Metrics Management Katz How To 190

Marshall Goldsmith

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Authority on new technology and communication. Teaches leadership to executives and emerging leaders around the world. Former Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Global Debt Registry (MHR). Corporate Executives. Former Executive VP and Head of Strategy & Transformation at TMB Bank.

Executive Coaching 70

Executive Coaching CEO Magazine Banking 70

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Leadership is a full-contact sport, and if you cannot address conflict in a healthy, productive fashion then you should not be in a leadership role. 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).

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Blog Fashion Brand Self-aware 419

N2Growth Blog

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. However, even in these circumstances personal leadership is still at the forefront of the success.

Bottom-up 366

Bottom-up Blog Objective Brand 366

Experience to Lead

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Having a pool of talent ready to take on new executive responsibilities mitigates the hardship of unexpected departures and operational lags. If you already have people in your environment engaging with leadership development programs, you’re one step ahead.

Leadership Development 52

Leadership Development Development Leadership Long-term 52

N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Marshall Goldsmith : Leadership is a contact sport and it’s often messy. In fact, I hold Marshall in such high professional regard that he is one of only three other coaches that I’ll refer people to if I’m unable to meet their needs. The best thing a leader can do is to focus on making themselves a better human being.

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Blog Leadership Brand Media 338

Next Level Blog

DECEMBER 10, 2010

  After all, what's the market for six figure sports cars?    When his company was just about to run out of cash, his engineers rigged a Smart car with Tesla batteries and he convinced the executives of Daimler Benz to license his technology.   Very sweet.    Not very practical though. 

Executive Coaching 141

Executive Coaching Blog Letter Execution 141

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

Real life is not a spectator sport – it’s a participation sport, and in fact, I submit to you that it’s a full contact participation sport. When black & white becomes permanently blurred so that everything reads as shades of grey, things can become dicey.

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Media Blog Audience Ryan 419

Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 26, 2010

I am a technology lover. I sometimes watch too much TV, and sports radio or music is often on in my car. Our devices and services and technology may allow us to get one more thing done, make one more phone call, connect with one more person, but when are you taking time to put all of that activity into context?

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Video Workshop Blog Article 204

Leading Blog

MARCH 7, 2013

Local crime increases after public sporting events. In commercial, industrial, and government applications—in the real-world usage of machine learning to predict—it's known as: Predictive analytics —Technology that learns from experience (data) to predict the future behavior of individuals in order to drive better decisions.

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Learning-by-Doing Insurance Wireless Discount 276

Steve Farber

JANUARY 9, 2017

Technology. A recent study by Korn Ferry found that 63 percent of the 800 leaders they interviewed said technology will be their firm’s greatest source of competitive advantage within five years. And 67 percent said technology will create greater value in the future than people. Technology is important.

Competitive Advantage 40

Competitive Advantage Letter Apparel Welch 40

Sales Wolf Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Tom Peters, Little Big Things Video Series : Brand You: Build Your Legacy - Tom recognizes that it is difficult if not impossible to make each day a "masterpiece" as a famous sports coach once suggested.    So have the folks at I4CP.    So have the folks at I4CP.    So have the folks at I4CP. 

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Blog Human Resources Talent Management Human Capital 100

Strategy Driven

APRIL 8, 2019

Same goes for innovations and technology. He is the owner and president of My Future Consulting, Inc and Integrity Sports Agency and has over two decades of experience in executive management, innovative solutions, staff building, and recruitment. Those are important to some extent but are not the entire criteria.

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Tips Sharpe Commitment Quality 50

Mills Scofield

SEPTEMBER 2, 2014

I asked executive and super-networker Vala Afshar if he thought there were any common traits or patterns that could be ‘taught’ or encouraged for networking. But let’s face it — Providence, RI, where Sidney lives, is not exactly a professional sports powerhouse. Yet Boston is nearby!

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Power Storytelling Health Care Sports 132

Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 21, 2013

institutionalized mistrust, resignation, or resentment), technology addiction (which can make it difficult for some people to actually talk to others), or a simple incompetence for speaking and listening. This lack of listening can be the result of degenerative moods (e.g., About the Author. Lock in and Engage Top Talent.

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Six Sigma Productivity Products Chief Executive Officer 65

Modern Servant Leader

JANUARY 15, 2015

Now, here’s the list of the top leadership experts to follow in 2015: Name Category About Follower Ratio (1:x) Twitter Followers Twitter Following Facebook Followers Amy Jo Martin Digital Media, Sports NY Times Best Selling Author & Founder of @DigitalRoyalty. Innovation Advocate. Father of 3 kids. Husband of 1 wife.

Leadership 100

Leadership Executive Coaching Goleman Emotional Intelligence 100

Chart Your Course

DECEMBER 28, 2017

Rather, Clark suggests that data science be a “team sport”, and that the greatest success is achieved when employers tap the passions and talents of their people—not expecting one individual to know and do it all. Advancing work technologies are changing the ways in which companies and their employees work.

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Trends Forrester Agility Emotional Intelligence 100

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Nothing signals leadership trouble more than an executive who can’t make decisions. I’m always amazed at the number of senior executives who really struggle with even simple decisions…This next comment might hit a bit too close to home for some of you, but I’m hoping it may help bring you back to reality.

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Blog Learning-by-Doing CEO Strategy 387

Sales Wolf Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2010

  The Hewitt webcast series covers hot HR issues such as employee pay and benefits, performance management, executive compensation, HR outsourcing (BPO), HR technology, and scores of other topics important to today's human resources professional. 

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Human Resources Library White Paper Outsourcing 150

Sales Wolf Blog

AUGUST 9, 2010

Cathy Missildine-Martin, Profitability Through Human Capital : 7 Ways HR Can Lead Strategy Execution - Strategy is arguably one of the more exciting and captivating elements of leadership and management.  However, strategy is little more than glorified daydreaming if it lacks proper execution.

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Blog Human Resources Human Capital Talent Management 124

Sales Wolf Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

Suzanne Rumsey, Fistful of Talent : The Voodoo That Executives Do - There is a saying I often use when discussing the impact of poor executive leadership on an organization's culture.  Enjoy!  Enjoy!

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

The last decade ushered in an economic meltdown and technological breakthroughs that have forever changed the business world as we knew it. Relate Articles: Tactical Execution Best Practice 7b – Are You Thinking Lean? The ‘Wastes’ of Execution: Transportation. About the Author.

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Ohno Productivity Products Six Sigma 50