Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 15, 2016

In the 16th century, political consultant (for lack of a better term) Niccolò Machiavelli’s works were published in the controversial manuscript The Prince – which is still in print today. Machiavelli theorized that, “It’s best to be loved as well as feared. But if you can only have one, it is safer to be feared.”

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

Regardless, any expertise you can acquire will go a long way. As author and businessman Bob Buford says, “As long as we breathe, it is never too late in life to discover a better way.” In its absence, ideas can’t “tip,” planning gets skewed and results suffer. Learn from the True Experts.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 3, 2017

It’s normal to experience temporary stretch periods but that work style is simply not sustainable in the long-term. I worked with a leader recently who told me she routinely fell sleep well after 1 a.m. responding to work emails on her laptop in bed.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 5, 2015

In today’s ever-changing organizational environment, unfortunately there isn’t much patient for long-term initiatives. Begin to set your destination – if not your final destination, then at least your next one. Until you do, progress will be difficult. Get a Quick Win.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

But what makes long-term trust possible are attention to both results and relationships. Here’s an example: what comes to mind when you think about a century old world-class financial institution? Large stone buildings with Corinthian columns? Dark suits? No nonsense serif fonts? All of those are just images.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 28, 2013

A good rule of thumb is to match mentees with mentors who are 1-2 steps ahead of them in terms of career level, competency, certification, etc. Here are some of the areas that need basic expectations: How long the mentoring relationships will last. Mentors should not also be a mentee’s direct supervisor. Set Clear Expectations.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 4, 2013

Participants would try his principles during the week and report their astonishing successes back at the next class (if they could wait that long). Ways to Make People Like You : Talk in terms of the other person’s interests (and 5 others). Win People to Your Way of Thinking : Show respect for the other person’s opinions.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 2, 2013

Professionally I would like to add at least 3 more long-term customer relationships that are a good fit for my strengths. [link] Nathan Magnuson. Can’t go wrong with those, Caleb, thanks for sharing. link] Joe Denner. Sorry for the late entry.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 6, 2020

Leaders who won’t accept responsibility won’t remain leaders for long. I also believe that of the two, character is by far the most difficult to develop and maintain over the long-term, as well as the most crucial. I’d like to share ten of my leadership beliefs with you. Single Time. I believe leaders get results.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 4, 2018

The screen showed one of the meanest mugs I’d seen in a long time. One is a long-term commitment and one is only short-term. On my way in one day, I happened to see a photo pop up on the security officer’s monitor as I scanned my badge. And it belonged to me! One is genuine and one isn’t.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 3, 2018

It may not be the easiest, cheapest, preferred or beneficial long-term. What could solve the entire crisis right now? Occasionally, it’s possible to solve the crisis situation with one single action. But if it represents an immediate solution, it should be on the table.

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