Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 4, 2013

We usually plan for good outcomes and try to avoid poor ones. Powerful Questions opportunity planning strategic' Each approach has its merits and challenges. Neither one guarantees success by itself. But many times unplanned situations come up, both for the better and worse. Has an opportunity ever come up that was […].

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 25, 2013

contentment creativity generosity gratitude Haiyan planning sharing Thanksgiving' As we prepare to celebrate the holiday, it’s important to note that thankfulness actually encompasses four different areas: gratitude, generosity, sharing and contentment. Last week, I […]. Inspiration Misc.

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Content Creativity Planning 211

Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 11, 2013

Coaching Leadership Personal Effectiveness planning Strategic Thinking attainable goals measurable relevant SMART goals specific strategy time-bound Zig Ziglar' .” I don’t know about you, but I always figured if I could get a 50% head start in anything, I’d take it!

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Goal Planning Strategy Course 207

Nathan Magnuson

JULY 6, 2020

As the leader, you need to have a plan for developing each member of your team. But the best growth plans are created together. But by now the majority understand that the real learning begins on the job. In fact, many take a new job for the learning opportunity it provides, as opposed to the accomplishment.

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White Paper Self-aware Learning-by-Doing Short-term 205

Nathan Magnuson

JULY 26, 2021

dream big any longer or just keep working their plan, right? One assumption I used to have about dream jobs is they were mostly relevant for young adults or young professionals. Those established in their careers either don’t (need to?) It’s been a surprise to learn how much this just isn’t the case.

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Webinar Career Consultative Leadership Development 317

Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 14, 2022

I had planned to at least complete a preparatory review, but since I was covering for multiple unstaffed roles, I couldn’t quite get to it in time. One day when I was still working in a corporate role during the pandemic, I had a rather unique leadership class experience.

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Class Content Operations Leadership Development 177

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 30, 2013

The Main Reasons Strategic Planning Fails. If you fail to plan, you plan to fail. So why doesn’t everyone have a strategic plan? Here are the reasons many strategic plans fail. Unless you know everything about everything, it might be a good idea to spend time with a mentor. Mentors help us go further faster.

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Strategic Planning Delegation Mentor Learning-by-Doing 168

Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 6, 2013

Powerful Questions clarity planning priorities project management questions' I don’t think it’s a coincidence that the ones who can answer it usually seem to be on top of things a lot more than the ones who draw […].

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Power Project Planning Team 139

Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 7, 2017

Planning – If your employee will be leading a project or initiative, coach through the planning process. Development Planning – Unfortunately this area often falls off the radar for many leaders altogether. Resist solving the problem on your own. Start with their ideas first before giving yours.

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Brainstorming eBook Resistance Learning-by-Doing 122

Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Ask for Input from Key Stakeholders Before Planning Season. Failing to plan may equate to planning to fail. But failing to consider what your key stakeholders will need from you during planning sessions is almost as bad. Planning isn’t just about your goals. A project planning template?

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Influence Construction Teamwork Library 120

Nathan Magnuson

MAY 27, 2013

Maybe you have your vacation all planned out. It’s May. Graduation season is upon us. The kids are close to getting out of school for the summer. Regardless, nearly everyone has some collection of summer activities in mind. I’ve posted about reading before.

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Books Leadership Strategy Planning 218

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 16, 2013

The Type As among us are probably wrapping up their goals and planning for the new year (if they aren’t finished already). This year has just about come to a close. The rest will catch up. I saw a great post from Mark Miller last week on New Year’s resolutions for leaders – and […].

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Welch Influence Leadership Goal 204

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 3, 2012

In my last post I wrote about Individual Development Plans and how you can use them to develop in a professional setting. A development library is simply a collection of organizational suggested or sponsored developmental experiences that employees can choose from as they consider their own development plans. So what's your plan?

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Library Organization Development How To 208

Nathan Magnuson

JULY 7, 2014

A business executive continues with a risky plan in spite of damning information in hopes it will work out because to turn back would be to appear to admit defeat. Have a plan and a contingency plan. Is it so bad to be wrong, after all? That’s what sets those of us who would be leaders apart. So what can we do about it?

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Contingency Plans Uncertainty Cooper Proposal 186

Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 6, 2016

Make a Goal (and a Plan). Antoine de Saint-Exupéry once said, “A goal without a plan is just a wish.” ” Career aspirations needs to be written as goals with a plan to accompany them. Incorporate an Individual Development Plan so you’ll be prepared. So speak up – your career depends on it.

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Career Covey Follow-up eBook 120

Nathan Magnuson

JULY 4, 2016

By now, succession planning routinely takes generational demographics into close consideration. Invest the time and planning now to hold productive, meaningful and engaging generational discussions. Then something curious happened. The recession hit and many would-be retirees stuck around. Generational-oriented training is mainstream.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 9, 2017

Plans are critical to any leadership endeavor, but they aren’t inspiring. Plans and goals are actionable. , they must deal in hope that can be felt and transferred. Here are several ways to grow and share your hope. Cast a Fascinating Vision. A vision is a picture of what could (and should) be. It can be felt.

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eBook Follow-up Goal Resistance 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 28, 2015

Don’t be the mentee who shows up without a clue (or a plan). When things don’t go according to plan, that’s life. The Kansas City Royals’ World Series championship was preceded by a major organizational culture overhaul that was years in the making. What Should I Get Mentoring For?

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Coaching Influence Leadership Personal Effectiveness Questions coaching future goals listening plans questions responsibility SMART goals' Receive his latest updates by subscribing to his website or following him on Twitter.

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Advice Short-term Active Listening Goal 241

Nathan Magnuson

JULY 20, 2015

Individual Development Plan. Your IDP should include both short-term and long-term career goals as well as development areas you plan to focus on to achieve those goals. Invite your mentor to evaluate and provide input on your goals, your plan and your progress. These would all be great topics to discuss with your mentor.

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Mentor Short-term Long-term Brainstorming 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 31, 2012

” How to Complete an Individual Development Plan - Corporate America is investing more and more money and effort into official individual development planning programs. So what's your plan? From the words of the psychologists to the survivors of the PanAm flight 73 hijacking, “you have the power to overcome.”

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Blog Mentor Learning-by-Doing Human Resources 174

Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

For all the focus (and press) directed at planning and executing, what comes next? What happens after a big win? Whether your team has achieved a significant goal or is looking to get back on track after a shake-up, here are some basic ways to get everyone back on course. Identify the Next Horizon.

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eBook Business Model Goal Follow-up 120

Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

Here’s a game plan for you. What does this years’ strategic plan look like? What are the other options? If you’ve wondered this, I’ve got good news for you. It’s a lot easier than it sounds. And you can get started today. Start Collaborating Now. Are you in a growth or profitability mode?

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Influence How To eBook Consultative 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 24, 2012

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Goal Succession Follow-up Mentor 306

Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 15, 2016

In fact, when a situation is especially negative (think fallout from a corporate scandal), you don’t necessarily have to have a great plan – you can just capitalize off negative public sentiment. For servant leaders: Over-communicate what is most important, including goals and plans regarding direction.

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Servant Leader How To Politics Loyalty 120

Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 18, 2016

We all need a leadership development plan that includes work experiences, formal training, networking and self-study. The leaders around you may not have to manage a catastrophe, but pay attention to the way they handle disruptions to their plans – and the public response they receive. How Engaged Their People Are.

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Education Leadership Middle Management eBook 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 26, 2012

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Open-book Mentor Human Resources Blog 158

Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 7, 2013

” “You were born to win, but in order to become the winner you were born to be, you must plan to win, prepare to win, and expect to win.” So what's your plan? Yesterday really did end last night. Today is a brand new day, and it’s yours.” If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! Recent Posts.

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Leadership Seminar Follow-up Newsletter 189

Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 13, 2017

Did they want to know my career plans or what time my flight was going to leave? What I didn’t expect was the question that I received over and over again… “We’ve read The Secret , what’s next?”. In the beginning, I wasn’t really sure what people wanted to know. Were they asking about my next book? Most often, it was none of the above.

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Leadership Blanchard Definition Open-book 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 17, 2012

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Simon Sharpe Mentor Resources 243

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Ideally, you should consult a previous event’s AAR before you begin planning a new one. Share it with the appropriate parties – a report for the boss and action items for the process owners. Perhaps most importantly, save it in archive where it can be easily accessed in the future. Say Thank You.

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After Action Review Review Quality How To 120

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 10, 2012

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Open-book Mentor Learning-by-Doing Hotels 293

Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 2, 2013

I plan on increasing my communication skills. So what's your plan? Sounds good. I’ll direct message you on Twitter about guest posting. And thank you for the kind words about my site! Ours are really similar. link] Dan Black. Great question. I know it would benefit every area of my life. link] Nathan Magnuson. Recent Posts.

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Power Goal Blog Conference 162

Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 3, 2014

So, what’s your learning plan? Supervisors, mentors, co-workers, network members, friends, family – virtually anyone can teach us something or give us valuable feedback, if we’ll let them. Who have you learned from recently? And if you are a supervisor, how are you supporting your employee’s development needs?

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Library Mentor Learning-by-Doing Consultative 180

Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Creativity Mentor Follow-up Objective 223

Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 1, 2014

Leaders take the responsibility to know their strengths and weaknesses and make a personal development plan to increase their growth and thereby their performance – without waiting for someone else to do it for them. Others : After leaders accept responsibility for themselves, they can accept responsibility for others.

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eBook Influence Ethics Follow-up 199

Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 14, 2013

So what's your plan? Can you make leadership seem easier, less complicated, and more fun? If so, ppl will follow your leadership advice! hGVa9 8 hours ago. Trust is essential to any personal or business relationship, right? Try these 16 tips. hGUHI 22 hours ago. jaredwj wow, that book looks for real! Recent Posts. Powerful Question #2.

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Mentor Influence Learning-by-Doing Human Resources 245