Nathan Magnuson

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Is Your Organization Playing Chess or Checkers?

Nathan Magnuson

That’s a question we considered at a workshop I attended recently. Author Mark Miller and a team of facilitators walked a large group through the content of his new book Chess Not Checkers. That’s what the workshop addressed. It’s one thing for a leadership team to be on the same page. ” Why?

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Organizational Problem Solving Made Simple

Nathan Magnuson

I want to share a process I’ve used to facilitate problem-solving workshops in the past. Other times, we need to involve a team. Solving problems isn’t easy, but it’s a lo t easier whe n you have a process that works. Determine the appropriate time to engage in problem-solving. ” Involve the right people.

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How to Be Generous in Business

Nathan Magnuson

A team can completely alter an outcome altogether. Banks know about money, so it’s a big contribution when they conduct financial planning workshops. But the potency of individual generosity is far surpassed by the momentum organizational generosity can build. The difference is teamwork. One person can make a difference.

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Effective Accountability Requires 200%

Nathan Magnuson

I was right in the middle of sharing this dynamic in a client workshop when one of the team leaders jumped in. Instead of 50-50 responsibility, each side needs to take 100% responsibility for three things: Clarifying expectations. Fulfilling agreements. Ensuring outcomes. 50-50 responsibility leaves zero margin for error!

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The Person on the Other End of Your Leadership

Nathan Magnuson

Every time this question has been asked in a workshop setting, the list gets long very quickly. In The Five Dysfunctions of Team , bestselling author Patrick Lencioni says that a leader demonstrating vulnerability is one of the best ways to build trust on a team. What comes to mind when you think about leadership responsibility?