In the CEO Afterlife

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In Praise of Average Joes

In the CEO Afterlife

Companies, large and small, cannot survive without great leadership, sound strategy and flawless execution. Indeed, there are plenty of sub-segments of these key success factors such as creativity, teamwork, and recruitment. The times have changed, but the tools that determine success or failure have not.

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Work That Matters starts with Matters that Work

In the CEO Afterlife

Matters of Teamwork. Teamwork is more than the ability to work together toward a common goal. Is vision, values, teamwork, and excellence, enough? For Wegman’s Food Markets, it’s all about caring, high standards, making a difference, respect, and empowerment. Those who walk the talk create Wo rk that Matters. Matters of Focus.

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Leading Without Direct Reports

In the CEO Afterlife

Leadership does not begin the when you step upon the first rung of the management ladder. And when you fail to demonstrate traits critical to successful leadership, the expectations of your colleagues and subordinates are dashed. We’ve seen the power of teamwork. But, leadership isn’t always directing others.

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Where (and When) the Magic Happens

In the CEO Afterlife

Innovation starts with leadership. Leaders must encourage creativity and teamwork, as well as processes and systems that nurture the concepts and execute the results. One thing is certain; the place to start is the corporate culture. Magic can’t happen in cultures that don’t worship innovation.

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The World of the 21st Century CEO

In the CEO Afterlife

Despite roadway congestion and the quest for balanced lives, working away from the office will fall to the power of teamwork in the best companies. Winners prioritize and exercise the principles of great leadership according to the unique needs and the conditions of the enterprise they lead. Working from home will decline.

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Signs of the Spineless Leader

In the CEO Afterlife

If you see any of these within the leadership of your organization, beware. Their leadership practices weaken and demotivate the team. While one can attribute their rise to political shrewdness, the frightening answer is that someone bought into their “smoke and mirrors” and promoted them into a leadership position.

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