Nathan Magnuson

JULY 4, 2016

Believe it or not, many organizations resist holding generational training discussions in the first place. Given how many employees find themselves at odds with colleagues of different generations, it’s worth thinking ahead. Here are some ways to make the conversation a productive one. Have the Conversation.

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Nathan Magnuson

APRIL 7, 2014

Even though they’re in charge, their followers resist them at every turn. Go into any corporate boardroom, military garrison or government building and you’re bound to find someone who has a title and a position, but lacks the influence he or she needs to get the job done. The ones who stick around, that is.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 5, 2016

Adept coaches resist the urge to solve the problem until they have understood the situation and taken the opportunity to explore a variety of options together. Clarifying ideas is an extension of both active listening and asking questions. Commiting to Action. The last thing coaching leaders do is elicit a commitment to action.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 7, 2015

” It’s difficult to resist solving the problems we encounter, especially if it will take more time and occasional troubleshooting. If the commitment comes from the other person, the ownership comes with it.

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Nathan Magnuson

DECEMBER 7, 2015

” It’s difficult to resist solving the problems we encounter, especially if it will take more time and occasional troubleshooting. If the commitment comes from the other person, the ownership comes with it.

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eBook Active Listening Follow-up Executive Coaching 120

Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Remember, good ideas (including yours) don’t follow the chain of command – they follow the path of least resistance. Do the hard work of critical thinking instead of putting it all on the decision-maker’s shoulders. Share Your Skills.

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 17, 2016

Resist the urge to take phone calls or check emails). If you are presenting, be intentional about the energy you project. You’ll get what you give. Solicit participation. Use the appropriate level of detail. If you are a participant, come prepared and be fully present. Meeting minutes are usually not critical). Follow the agenda.

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Nathan Magnuson

JANUARY 4, 2016

“Think Grey” Steven Sample shared this concept in his landmark book The Contrarian’s Guide to Leadership as an encouragement to resist making a critical thinking judgment sooner than necessary. If you haven’t thought much about it, I’d like to share some of my leadership themes for the new year.

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Nathan Magnuson

NOVEMBER 6, 2017

A curt, one-sided exchange may feel efficient in the moment but create more work and resistance in the long-run than taking the time to have a thoughtful interaction. Both approaches make a situation worse. It helps to remember there is a person on the other end of our feedback. Your Commitment to Growth.

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Leadership eBook Workshop Uncertainty 120

Nathan Magnuson

SEPTEMBER 5, 2016

So resist the urge to share every comment that comes to mind – and when you do, be clear on whether it is simply an idea or a strong preference. But when you are in charge, that same influence gets interpreted differently. As the boss, your two cents’ worth can easily be taken as a mandate. Winning Too Much.

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Succession eBook Executive Coaching Resistance 120

Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Resist the temptation. Her challenges converged into a single point-blank question she posed to me one afternoon, “What does it mean to be a leader anyhow?”. For young professionals with a lot to prove, it can be fun and a little energizing to think of yourself as a self-made (or potential self-made) success.

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