N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Kevin Eikenberry ( @kevineikenberry ) opened-up voting for The Best Leadership Blogs of 2010 yesterday , and the N2growth blog was one of 11 blogs nominated for the award. The winner will be the blog receiving the most votes (One vote per email address), and you can vote by clicking on the link above.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2016

As technology becomes more disruptive and we see more importance placed on big data and artificial intelligence, what will matter most are those things that make us human – the soft skills. Posner have written a new book that examines a fundamental question: How do people learn leadership? Kouzes and Barry Z. Blog Post ). Blog Post ).

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The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

Over the last few decades, innovation activity has become concentrated in clusters or ecosystems, where finance, academia, industry and entrepreneurs rub shoulders to allow the free flow of ideas. In Madrid, for instance, the #VenceAlVirus (‘Beat the Virus’), explored solutions in areas such as community, employment, and of course health.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

MIT Technology Review The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s magazine of innovation promotes “the understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business and society.&# Author Insider Author Insider is a listing of published author’s and books. Inc.com Inc.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. So the real question is this…how does a CEO get to the point of being so disconnected from operations that he or she just doesn’t have a clue?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

They are voracious learners always looking for better methods, different approaches, enhanced efficiencies, better technology and increased velocity. These tenets are discussed at length by Vineet Nayar of HCL Technologies, in his book ‘employees first, customers second’ [link] mikemyatt Hi Kavita: Thanks for your comment.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

How did the brick and mortar book stores let Amazon get the jump on them? With the continued rapid development of technology taking the concept of globalization and turning it into hard reality facing businesses of all sizes, it is time for executives and entrepreneurs to examine their current business models from a disruptive perspective.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

If the issue, circumstance, or situation is important enough, and there is enough at stake, people will do what is necessary to open lines of communication and close positional gaps. The methodology laid out in her book 'Fierce Conversations' is SUPERB! If so, you likely have issues with conflict. Thanks again.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

A person could either take several minutes to explain the evolution of technologies, mediums, shift in content paradigms, engagement practices and market dynamics that came together to make the Internet a more valuable and efficient space, or they could just utilize &# social media&# as a descriptive aid to make the connection.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

He is the Senior Pastor at CrossPoint Church , one of the fastest growing churches in the country, is the author of the bestselling book Plan B , and is one of the the most candid, insightful and humble leaders you’ll ever have the opportunity to listen to – we all have a lot to learn from Pete Wilson.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Your post are always eye-opening. Opening up all your senses. I think loyalty cost us nothing, yet delivers great reward to a team. Loyalty is a missing ingredient in job market of both the secular and sacred. link] mikemyatt Hi Tom: Thanks for the comment and no need to ask permission. I think loyalty is a great addition to the list.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 14, 2010

Today also happens to be the launch day for Rebel’s new book “ Defying Gravity. &# As a bonus to our readers, I have included a link at the end of this interview that will allow you to purchase Rebel’s book and receive an 80 page workbook for free (today only) on how to defy gravity in your own company.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

link] ATIG Dear Mike, "I've found that 90% of problems companies have on-line are created by management, not technology" David Segal Why not E-leader ( participative) for better decision making to do the right thing ? We must slow down the technology speed and its consequences. Thanks, Sami impassioned Hi Mike.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

My clients hire me not solely on the basis of what I can personally do for them in a vacuum, but rather what the collective influence of my network and resources can accomplish for them when I operate outside of my own personal bubble. When you ask for help you are also opening that channel for others – channel to ask for help.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? However this will rarely happen if lines of communication do not remain open. Trust, leads to a willingness to be open to: new opportunities; new collaborations; new strategies; new ideas, and; new attitudes.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Do you have the necessary resources (financial, technology, talent, infrastructure, etc.) " My days in technology have taught me that you frequently have to ask "why" up to 5 times before you REALLY get the answer. I suggest a book titled. What will be the key performance indicators for this?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

Did you know that the average American only reads one book a year? Contrast this with the fact that CEOs of Fortune 500 companies read an average of four to five books a month. Even more impressive is that some of the most successful leaders throughout history were known to read one book every single day.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 13, 2011

We talked extensively in this book about how accounting profits or profit growth as a sole performance metric doesn’t lead to value creation. Value: The Four Cornerstones of Corporate Finance by Tim Koller. Discusses the four foundational principles of corporate finance.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

If the issue, circumstance or situation is important enough, and there is enough at stake, people will do what is necessary to open lines of communication and close positional gaps. However if the issue is important enough to create a conflict, then it is surely important enough to resolve.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Should leaders be more open with their feelings? The act of operating in the truest best interest of others is the issue. Bottom line…good leaders are kind, empathetic, compassionate and loving leaders, which enables them to be fair, just and to display a steely resolve when needed. What do you think? Mike Henry Sr.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2010

I plan on circulating your information and just ordered your book. link] mikemyatt Thanks for the kind words Dan, and I hope you enjoy the book. One example from my latest book, Ruthless Focus, is Staples. Go… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Dan Rogers Mike – This is a great post with excellent perspective.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

The answer is that you’ll have reached the point where your interactions with others consistently use the following 10 principles: Speak not with a forked tongue : In most cases people just won’t open up those they don’t trust. Open dialogs with those that confront you, challenge you, stretch you, and develop you.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2010

However this will rarely happen if lines of communication do not remain open, and this in turn requires that candid, effective communication be maintained through a mutual respect and rapport. Here’s my premise – few things benefit leaders in the ways that dissenting opinions do. So, what do you think?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 2, 2010

With each major advancement in technology, communications, or business practice we find ourselves yet again at this all too familiar precipice. " Where I think social media gets complex is that it opens the door to so many potential new relationships. What’s needed is less smoke and mirrors and more common sense.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 27, 2010

As Chairman and CEO of Thomas Nelson Publishers, the largest Christian publishing company in the world, and the seventh largest trade book publishing company in the U.S., Between the economy and technology, everything is changing. Michael Hyatt (@ MichaelHyatt – www.michaelhyatt.com ) is that rare commodity.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 31, 2015

The right software will unite your workforce whether they are in finance, distribution or manufacturing so that everyone is up-to-date on all processes. With cloud implementation you'll be able to go wherever your business takes you by accessing it from different technologies, too. Books typically valued from $14.95 - $29.95

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2010

They do not vacillate with the swings and trends of "popular opinion" This, along with an open mind to listen, learn from and entertain the possibility of equally valid, dissenting views is what makes great leaders. But they do believe and stand up for what they believe in. They attempt to change through their example.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 28, 2016

It took years for Apple to gain traction despite offering what critics consider to be a superior operating system. Remember the DVD (and later book) juggernaut called The Secret ? It began as a small direct sales operation, with no plan for national distribution. Then, there is 50 Shades of Grey. A disaster is cloaked as a win.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Put simply; the most productive teams have the best leadership. To further my point, you can examine any organization and you’ll consistently find that the the best performing units have the best leadership, and the worst performing units have leadership challenges to overcome.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

Related Post : The Leadership Vacuum Share and Enjoy: View Comments John Mike, I believe you are correct in that the key 'qualification' for being effective at helping others is experience and of course that is a word open to considerable interpretation. I would like to open the door and let another elephant into the room.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Bottom line…Just because a professor says it’s so, a consultant recommends it, a book has been written on it, or a product has been developed for it doesn’t mean that whatever “ it &# is constitutes the right option for you. For the record, open and candid conversations are always welcome in this forum.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 8, 2010

So, in today’s post I’ve compiled a short list of 5 things you thought you already knew about leadership, but may not be putting into practice. Leaders come in different flavors : There are many different types of leaders, and you will likely encounter all of them over the course of time.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 22, 2010

As you can see, in the same way “No” should be treated as an opening position with the under six set, “I have no idea,” should just be treated as an opening statement when used by those around you. If in-person isn’t possible, tell them a telephone call is necessary.) Can you give me data about what’s been going on?”

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

As a digital marketing consultant, I've been praising the promise of these new technologies, but I also have been learning more and more about the negative side effects of our increasing use of digital. I find myself in a similar situation cringing at some of the digital behaviors of our youth. I must say I am happy to be incorrect.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

A lesson in the power of brevity from Mr. Weiss… [link] Dan Rockwell Hi John, I like what you said in your book about team decision making. Note: your book isn't handy so I hope I haven't botched the idea I took away. Consensus means unless someone has a burning reason against the decision they are ALL IN.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

That said, buckle-up and join me for a ride as we journey into the politically incorrect mind of Mike Myatt… The institutionalization of “Politically Correct Thinking&# in the corporate world has done more to harm operating businesses than just about any other social and/or cultural influence in recent times. This is so true.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 17, 2010

It made me sit down and think… Just yesterday I attended the opening of the second Columba 1400 Leadership Centre here in Scotland. " [link] mikemyatt Great catch Anna – Humor is something we could all use more of in our lives… [link] mikemyatt There is great wisdom in understanding the power of brevity.

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