Leading Blog

MARCH 31, 2023

Mercy Most Merciful And Affirming from @JohnBaldoni Boss’s Tip of the Week: People are people from @wallybock The crucial link between motivation and self-awareness via @BBC It’s the People, Stupid!

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 31, 2022

A few years ago, I wrote “Avoid These Infuriating Phrases in End-of-Year Feedback” to encourage managers to stop making stupid comments when giving a performance review. This heartfelt post came from years of listening to high-performing employees vent their frustrations about the stupid things their managers said.

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Leading Blog

MAY 28, 2020

Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Generating ideas and executing things is of course also important! This means generating an absurd amount of ideas and throwing 99% of them out of the window, to focus on the 1% that have the highest impact.”. Look for these ideas every Thursday on the Leading Blog.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 6, 2014

The Power of Starting Something Stupid is about finding the courage to do the things you don’t feel you are ready to do. Author Richie Norton explains that life-changing ideas are often tragically mislabeled stupid. What if the key to success, creativity, and fulfillment in your life lies in the potential of those stupid ideas?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 4, 2014

Create Structure and Processes: The more you can establish routines and systems for every day activities, the more time you’ll have for experimentation and creative exploration of new ideas. Speak Up: Every time I take over a new team, I begin with the following words: “If something feels stupid, it probably is. Say something.”

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Persuasive Powerhouse

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Reduce the skill to an achievable level Learn enough to know when you are on the right track Focus, push through the Feeling stupid phase of learning, and practise Critique A good idea, and presented well. You just need to Deconstruct the skill into its important parts.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 5, 2016

It’s a Damn Stupid Idea: You hate the idea and everything around it. Before you do anything stupid, say what you mean– chances are any stupid idea attracts a swarm of naysayers just ready to buzz. It’s a good idea in theory, but something about your values say “no.”

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Leading Blog

JULY 9, 2021

To get the ball rolling so we can begin nurturing and drawing from the imagination that exists inside all of us, they have presented a six-step process for creating ideas and bringing them to life. They say, “ busy is the new stupid. Step 2: The Idea. New ideas are often messy. Step 1: The Seduction. Step 4: The Epidemic.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 9, 2023

You weren’t born knowing the perfect words to say when you’re angry, dealing with a jerk, or when someone calls your game-changing idea “stupid.” Of the 30% who reported less conflict, nearly half of those say it’s because they (or the people they were in conflict with) changed jobs, or they’re working remotely. Be the bigger person.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 4, 2014

Today I share my biggest career lessons- learned from years of angst and my fair share of stupidity. Look for the subtle blessings in even the most stupid situations. Look for the subtle blessings in even the most stupid situations. Give generously of your insights, ideas, and discoveries. Have a great LinkedIn profile.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 30, 2014

Their questions are challenging and ideas robust. Related Stories 13 Stupid Sentences That Will Derail Your Career 5 Ways to Make Your Meetings More Productive Overcoming an Imperfect Boss. I’ve been having a blast talking with leaders and writers on tips for creating a great relationship with your boss. Today […].

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 22, 2014

“One man alone can be pretty dumb sometimes, but for real bona fide stupidity, there ain’t nothin’ can beat teamwork.” It seemed like a good idea at the time.” Lisa Kohn of Thoughtful Leaders Blog shares Seven Stupid and Easy Things to Do to have a Better Day. Some are based on competence, others on honesty.

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Lead from Within

JUNE 15, 2023

They don’t dismiss ideas or shut down creativity without first exploring the possibilities. ” Great leaders are open to new ideas and ways of doing things, and are willing to adapt and change when necessary. “That’s a stupid idea.” “That’s a stupid idea.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 28, 2013

Related Stories Zappos, Cracker Jacks, and Frontline Leaders Stupid Idea or Seeds of Brilliance? While the rest of us carefully guard our best practices, they offer you shot of Grey Goose, and welcome you to play along. My theory– they [.] The post Zappos, Leaders, and Cracker Jacks appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 25, 2013

Posted in Books Leadership Development Have you ever had a wild idea? Have you ever ventured out on something everyone else you knew thought was a crazy idea? I believe you have had many wild ideas. Books Leadership Development action Book Review Free Books Starting Stupid Ideas' Many simply faded into [.].

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Leading Blog

JUNE 10, 2020

Stage two is focused on propelling the ideas we created in stage one. Bertrand Russell wrote that “the stupid are cocksure while the intelligent are full of doubt.” It’s not because they’re stupid. If we don’t take the time to think—if we don’t pause, understand, and deliberate—we can’t find wisdom or form new ideas.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 28, 2013

Related Stories Stupid Idea or Seeds of Brilliance? While the rest of us carefully guard our best practices, they offer you shot of Grey Goose, and welcome you to play along. My theory– they [.] The post Zappos, Cracker Jacks, and Frontline Leaders appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 15, 2014

The truth was, she questioned his approach to running the department, and he wasn’t listening to her ideas. It took every ounce of energy I had to not bring out the list of stupid things he’s doing wrong, but I decided it wasn’t a matter of being right, it was about improvement. I think he was shocked.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 7, 2013

360 Degree Perceptions Stupid Idea or Seeds of Brilliance? Last week, I shared 10 leadership learnings from social media on SmartBlog on Leadership. Not the main fare for all of my followers, but if you’re curious… Here’s a start and a link. Leadership lessons from the online world extend beyond the content.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Then, I got so nervous, I couldn’t answer even the basic questions, which made me look stupid. To pitch a new idea? Writing down your main ideas can also help you draw the conversation back if it starts to go sideways. When presenting to executives, don’t forget what makes you an expert. How do I get better at this?

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 1, 2013

Books Resources Free Books Leadership Development Stupid Ideas' Posted in Books Resources Have a book on us! Well, here it is… our list of books we will sponsor to anyone who asks. That’s right.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 22, 2023

For example, if people are constantly stealing credit for your ideas, or shutting you down in meetings, you might need to advocate for yourself. I also knew she wasn’t wrong about the prudence of shutting up at that moment—after all, there’s a difference between courage and stupidity. And, we’re not naïve. Or even quit your job?

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Leading Blog

JULY 19, 2021

Courage to present a new idea. They recognize that even the most reasonable comment or idea, presented in the most constructive way possible, may still fall flat or lead to trouble if delivered at the wrong time. W ITHOUT A DOUBT, courage matters—and we need more of it. Courage to see the right thing done. Courage to innovate and grow.

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Next Level Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

That kind of sounds like a stupid question. From my observation, this CEO definitely has the right idea but her solution might not be within everyone’s grasp. Make Your Showers Count – As I’ve written here before, I like to ask groups of leaders where or when they get their best ideas. Instead of reliving 8 a.m.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

Both enlightening and entertaining, Dr Max Mckeown delivers concise advice on how to move from original insights to new ideas, and from new ideas to valuable real-world innovation. Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2019. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 19, 2018

They come up with good ideas. The post It’s the People, Stupid! They have their own brains and can think quite well on their own. People are not good at doing the same thing over and over and over. They are superb at work that uses their brain. People are creative. People are perceptive, too. They notice things. Relationships Matter.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 7, 2017

” “If you loved what I did, do you realize I had to break three stupid polices to get there? Managers encourage the wrong behavior, for the wrong reasons…setting off a ripple effect of well-meaning frustration. “Seriously!? He got the award, after we saved his butt for that dumb mistake?”

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 7, 2020

Mary Ila Ward of Horizon Point Consulting shared Do Only the Really Smart (or Stupid) Fly Without PowerPoint ? Mary writes: “ PowerPoint seems to be the default when we want to present ideas to a group. Is it smart or just plain stupid ditching PowerPoint during a presentation? Communication. Development.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 17, 2014

Say “no” to stupid work that doesn’t propel your mission and goals. Say “No” to Your Bosses’ harebrained Idea. Say “no” to the guy who’s always hanging around your cube. Say yes to achieving your goals. Yes you can. Read more on how to here. Say yes to positive thinking.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 4, 2019

We all have our leadership blind spots, and sometimes even the most intelligent leaders say things that are—well, just stupid. “That was my idea.” Lead from within: We have all said stupid things without being aware of them. And then they’re surprised when, predictably, they get the opposite effect of what they want.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 29, 2014

Joe’s a bright guy and his idea was solid. If you’re taking risks and proposing game-changing ideas, you’re going to get asked tough questions. Better to have a moment of pause with a good answer, than a quick moment of stupidity. His data seemed right intuitively, but we had a few questions.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 6, 2017

or “Why are they so stupid?”. Being open-minded will boost team morale and you’ll also wind up with better ideas and results. Listening is the antithesis to pride because when you’re giving someone else the opportunity to express themselves or their ideas, you’re putting your pride aside. Don’t Take Yourself Too Seriously.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2012

Three Star Leadership Blog: Lessons from the Stupid File by @wallybock. Stop with the stupid questions by @JohnBaldoni New on @Forbes. Like us on Facebook for additional leadership and personal development ideas. FT: Working for a boss who didn’t hire you. Four Ways to Avoid the “Leadership Cliff” in 2013 by @RandyConley.

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Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Stay silent because of fear of appearing stupid. Think that someone has no idea what they’re talking about when they’re presenting an alternate point of view. In short, our mindset is how we choose to feel, think, and act about an object, person, issue, or event. Validating yourself. Developing yourself.”.

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Terry Starbucker

AUGUST 27, 2019

The Naysayer lives in a bizarro world where nothing gets done, every idea is silly or stupid, and resentment and jealousy are written on their sleeves. There are three people in particular that you need to be wary of, because you WILL encounter them along the way. In fact, you’ll see one EVERY DAY. Banished it. Cast it off.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 23, 2015

If they’re frustrated with stupidity in the organization, they’re frustrated with you. T he Roadblock: Your Boss’ Idea is Going to Hurt the Business. Even if it all feels warm and wonderful, your team needs you to remove roadblocks. Sure, they appreciate the check-ins about their kid’s soccer victories.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 18, 2020

Intrigued by this concept, Simon Sinek builds on Carse’s idea in The Infinite Game. But there is an element of fear—fear of missing out, being mocked, getting in trouble, looking stupid, and not fitting in. We are stewards. * * * Like us on Instagram and Facebook for additional leadership and personal development ideas. * * *.

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