Nathan Magnuson

MAY 20, 2013

Because of that, when I first discovered John Kotter’s eight stage process for creating major change in a university textbook (and published in his [.]. It’s been said that the term “change management” is a misnomer because if you are trying to “manage” change, you’re already too far behind!

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

But a coaching leader is most concerned with the developmental process of the leader he or she is supporting. It’s not that advice is bad, it’s just that advice often short-circuits the development process in others. Coaches Don’t Set the Agenda. Following advice is a lot easier than exercising critical thinking.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 5, 2018

And this doesn’t factor in the cost of morale lost in the process! Whenever new information comes in, the team must halt their progress and redirect. In many unfortunate cases, additional re-work is required. So how can you make sure you’re expectations are clear as crystal? Then go the extra mile to reiterate your message.

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Unfortunately, many leaders struggle with the decision-making process. I’ve also shared an insightful decision-making process I’ve found. In fact, in a certain sense the essence of one’s leadership is the sum of the decisions he or she has made over time.

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Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 15, 2015

Any customer centric organization ought to consider the customer experience implications of all both new and existing processes first and foremost. If an existing process (or new initiative) doesn’t improve at least one aspect of the customer’s experience, that should raise a red flag – why are we doing it?

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 2, 2017

Automate Processes. When processes aren’t automated, they require additional work – and worse, additional decisions. If you’ve seen the movie The Founders , you’ll remember how the McDonald’s menu was purposefully scaled down to its core items in order to maintain high quality.

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Unfortunately, many leaders struggle with the decision-making process. I’ve also shared an insightful decision-making process I’ve found. In fact, in a certain sense the essence of one’s leadership is the sum of the decisions he or she has made over time.

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Long-term Short-term Influence eBook 120

Nathan Magnuson

JUNE 16, 2014

Think of something you can do to benefit a group of people: solve a problem, improve a process, share a good idea, meet a need. Repeat the process. So just because no one is following you doesn’t mean there is nothing you can do to make a positive impact. Then act on it. As you are successful, your influence will grow.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 16, 2015

It’s an ongoing process. But you’ll get more creative solutions (not to mention buy-in) when you make them part of the process. We want to make a difference in the process. Trust is at the core of the human element – it’s intensely personal. They usually aren’t happy. Use Stories to Connect.

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Advertising Brand Bottom-up Long-term 120

Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 1, 2016

According to Knowles, adults prefer to be involved in their learning process – planning, goal-setting, evaluation, etc. It’s important for educators to facilitate goal-setting among learners and attempt to design the learning process to capture application on an individual level.

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Education Learning-by-Doing Training Content 120

Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Failure shouldn’t be celebrated, but it should accepted as a reality of the growth process. Be obnoxious in soliciting feedback each step of the way, especially negative feedback so you can incorporate it into the large scale, fully-tested version. Ultimately, no failure is productive unless we learn from it.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 17, 2014

Organizations can give that gift not just through their day-to-day operations but by partnering with employees (and sometimes even outside stakeholders) in the generosity process. If you want an organization full of generous people, involve them in the process. Do it together. Generosity is a lifestyle.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 3, 2015

I don’t think I’ve heard as comprehensive (or creative) a thinking process as it relates to decision-making. Here is a brief summary of the WRAP decision-making process the Heath brothers use: W – Widen Your Options. I read a book a couple years ago that took decision-making to a whole new level. buy a new TV?).

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 19, 2016

Share it with the appropriate parties – a report for the boss and action items for the process owners. During an AAR, it’s crucial to compile all the feedback shared for possible follow-up. Perhaps most importantly, save it in archive where it can be easily accessed in the future.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 7, 2017

Planning – If your employee will be leading a project or initiative, coach through the planning process. You SHOULD coach when… Brainstorming – If your employee needs an idea, take a minute to brainstorm together. Resist solving the problem on your own. Start with their ideas first before giving yours.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 11, 2013

Bobb Biehl once said that a sign of maturity is putting process between opportunity and response. In this case, the process is evaluating each idea against the guiding vision to ensure alignment. So what can you do when the “Good Idea Fairy” strikes?

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 1, 2014

But one process improvement, enhancement or good idea that is shared and implemented can accomplish the same. Organization : Did you ever stop to think that each person in the organization can do something to make things better for everyone? Where someone is doesn’t matter. What they make of things does.

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Nathan Magnuson

JULY 2, 2018

Do you find yourself coming up with new business ideas, branding concepts or process improvements? Are you an idea person? Does careful project management sometimes stifle your creativity? Do people ever give you that look that implies you ought to focus on the task at hand instead of daydreaming? If so, you’re not alone.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 1, 2016

On one hand, setting off in a new direction provides the opportunity to break down your operation and processes into small parts and identify improvements for each one. The speed of change continues to accelerate, which means what worked yesterday may not work today. It’s becoming much more difficult to duplicate past wins.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 17, 2014

In fact, one of the great risks of being new to any group or team is appearing incompetent based on unfamiliarity with culture, relationships, processes, systems, policies, etc. Obviously, incompetence is a quick way to ruin credibility, sometimes permanently. Appearing incompetent right off the bat is a setback. Appearance.

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Nathan Magnuson

JULY 7, 2014

And leaders lose their credibility in the process. In the meantime, there is a long wake of losers. Shareholders lose. Customers lose. Employees lose. Students lose. Constituents all lose. The only people who win are the critics who say, “I told you so.” But is it really a win?

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 4, 2016

The options are endless: conduct a talent review, hold IDP discussions , build an onboarding process or find training options or stretch assignments. Roll up your sleeves and start developing the people you already have. They won’t become the leaders you need them to be by accident. Be proactive.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 3, 2017

One such example is the decision-making process. It not only raised my awareness immensely – it gave me many tools to combat stress, and also to limit the amount I bring onto myself. There’s something about a tough decision with many consequences that can really test our mettle. Carnegie had a simple response to this situation.

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Nathan Magnuson

MAY 5, 2014

The smoother the process, the more feedback you’ll receive. When there is a poor system to collect the feedback (or no system), it communicates a lack of interest – regardless of the stated request. Make sure people know where and how to provide the feedback you are asking for. Use an easy, time-efficient system. Be Specific.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 21, 2016

For virtually every process or function, there are many accessible best practices – for things as simple as leading meetings or as complicated as evaluating learning programs. .” If you are proactive, you may be able to find an opportunity to work or partner with an expert. Learn from Best Practice.

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 20, 2014

There’s no substitute for having defined processes, but leaders gain influence each time they take responsibility. ” Contrast that with a person who went the extra mile to resolve your issue, or at least get you pointed in the right direction. Which one will you prefer to work with in the future? Take Risks.

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Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 2, 2015

Not only did my boss help me resolve the situation relatively quickly and painlessly, he helped me save face in the process by emphasizing the complexity of the situation rather than my own oversight. I was in a pickle and didn’t have much of a choice but to ask my boss for help before things got worse. Thank God for bosses!

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 17, 2015

And find others around you to serve in the process. (And by the way, if you believe there is none, it’s your leadership responsibility from a continuous improvement standpoint to share your thoughts). When we do the little things like they are the big things, the big things will start to come.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 15, 2016

Many people share their good ideas at the water cooler, but few take the initiative to submit them through appropriate processes. Let your team know what you have in your inventory and frequently offer to share with them. Share Good Ideas. If you see something, say something. Share Your Network.

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Nathan Magnuson

FEBRUARY 2, 2015

Duke was in the process of getting upset in the NCAA Tournament. As a University of Kansas basketball fan, I’ve never rooted for Duke. But there is a Duke moment that stands out in my memory. It occurred probably 10 or 15 years ago. They were playing hard that day but not well.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 10, 2012

Activity aids the healing process. This is one of the unfortunate realities we see with soldiers returning from tough overseas employments who are expected to immediately use all the leave time they’ve accrued and can’t find a productive way to employ their abundance of free time. Tell your story often and as soon as possible.

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Nathan Magnuson

AUGUST 18, 2014

When you give questions (and coach through the process of determining the best answer), you develop leaders. There’s a learning process for everything. ” Tell me more: “Can you tell me more about the thought process for this shipment?” When you give answers, you get followers.

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Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 21, 2015

Not only that, it’s a massive impediment to the creative process. Responses : Have a decision-making process ; have the courage to make the decisions that are appropriate at your leadership level. Group think is dangerous, but it’s the status quo when team members are afraid to appear naive. Limited Opportunities.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 8, 2018

Not only do these strengths help me accomplish my work in the most effective manner, but they in essence allow me to “see the future” since I can predict which roles and projects I’m likely to excel at ahead of time and enjoy in the process – and also which ones to avoid if possible.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 19, 2015

The problem wasn’t with the candidates or the process. I let my unknown biases creep into the interview process and prevent my judgment from remaining objective. The second (my favorite candidate) had a deer-in-the-headlights look from day one. He was a poor fit and didn’t last long. How could I have been so wrong?

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 19, 2015

Most people say leadership is important, but when it comes to building an LDP, a deep-seeded belief in the power and potential of a leadership growth process is a must. It’s Not Inspired. This sounds obvious, but I’ve encountered enough executives and talent professionals who simply go through the motions.

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Leadership Development Development Leadership Attrition 120

Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 7, 2019

They may not be ultimate decision-makers, but they generally have some level of authority or influence over the process. Champions have the power and personal interest to help you get where you want to go. For instance, if you want to make an internal career move, a champion can help shape conversations or pull strings to make things happen.

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