N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. Case in point…have you ever witnessed an employee throw a fit of rage and resign their position in the heat of the moment? link] landoncreasy Hi Mike, Great post. The good news?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

One of the worst things a leader can do is to let their ego write checks their talent can’t cash… Humility is actually the trait that magnifies all other positive attributes. While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

In today’s post I’ll examine the value of loyalty as it relates to leadership. If relationships are the currency of leadership, it is important for leaders to note that loyalty serves as the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. Leadership and loyalty go hand-in-hand.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Marshall Goldsmith : I don’t specifically work in the area of strategy or leadership, but my work often affects those areas as what I do is help people change behavior. Mike Myatt : What’s been the most rewarding aspect of your work in the leadership field? This is a dangerous position for anyone who loses perspective.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

If you’re looking to benchmark your leadership ability the following self examination will give you a baseline to build from. If you check your ego at the door and give a thoughtful, introspective evaluation of your ability, it is likely that you’ll learn something about your leadership abilities or lack thereof.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

I really appreciate Pete’s insights into the necessity of self-leadership and his honesty in admitting that this is his own area of struggle. His leadership is remarkable! And I agree 100% that leaders everywhere need to find ways to motivate people that go beyond money and benefits. Thanks so much for your comment Bridget.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

You’re undoubtedly thinking “who died and left Mike Myatt in charge of qualitatively assessing leadership blogs?&# I hope you enjoy the list, and that you’ll add these Top Leadership Blogs to your leadership reading list. I know, I know - another list? Great question.

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Terry Starbucker

SEPTEMBER 16, 2012

I shared them once before back in 2006 , and here they are again, still relevant as ever: Common Sense – The definition says it all: “ Sound judgment not based on specialized knowledge ”. Luck - I know one can “create” luck, or put oneself in a position to take advantage of luck, but it’s still luck.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 26, 2010

As a veteran and lifelong student of leadership I have always found Memorial Day weekend to be one of the most meaningful and significant of all holidays. As many of you know, my son is an active duty officer in the US Air Force.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

The articles should have been written on the topic of poor leadership. Toxic work environments can only exist where a lack of trust and respect are present, and this can only occur in the absence of sound leadership. Those team members who share the same core values will be predisposed to trusting one another at high levels.

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Women on Business

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

According to Forbes, the 10 best countries for women in 2012 are: Iceland: Taking the top spot for the third year in a row, Iceland is “lauded for its women in political and economic positions of leadership.” New Zealand: Since 2006, New Zealand has appeared on the list of the top countries for women.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

They would take the position that gossip is just part of human nature, and that gossip will always exist in any type of environment where social dynamics are present. The old saying “it is what it is” is only true until you decide to make a difference. Michelle said: RT @mikehenrysr: RT @mikemyatt Workplace Gossip [link] #LeadChange [.]

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

Do you ever wonder how the term “Politically Correct&# evolved from an obscure catch-phrase that was once used to label those who would not take a controversial position to the dominant mind-set of the day in our society? These characteristics should be present in all human beings.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Here’s the thing - leadership and conflict go hand-in-hand. Leadership is a full-contact sport, and if you cannot address conflict in a healthy, productive fashion then you should not be in a leadership role. If so, you likely have issues with conflict. So, what creates conflict in the workplace?

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 19, 2013

In 2006 my faith and his wisdom bore fruit. As a monastic guest, I live and work alongside the monks, and as a bonus I have received a priceless education in business and leadership. And the Trappist leadership lesson that successfully guided me through the thorny thicket of the case study above is detachment.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

In fact, in most cases I actually prefer to have my thinking challenged – this doesn’t threaten me as a leader, it improves my leadership ability. I only care that they are totally committed to making a positive contribution to the organization.

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QAspire

OCTOBER 31, 2010

Home Go to QAspire.com Guest Posts Disclaimer Thoughts on Project Leadership and Choices I love project management as a subject not only because it gets so much work done, but also because project management manifests how people operate. I have written before that Projects are a great opportunity to practice leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

" Thanks again for your contribution to the leadership community. the janitor, night watchman, leadership team, etc., Then, when they ask questions they eagerly position themselves as the student, LISTEN and learn. Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Geoff Snyder Great post Mike, very true. one mouth.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 21, 2017

My More Human Leadership philosophy and practice is guided by 8 core principles. By the time of this chapter, 2006, I had already put on thousands of miles on road trips throughout the 4 states, had many many conversations with the field staff, and had made some meaningful progress. But there was more to do… . Chapter 11.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The short answer is yes…There are in fact a great number of tests that can quickly assess leadership ability. Something as simple as a 360 Review, or as complex as a deep psychological profile (both with weighted emphasis on leadership aptitude) can point out an individual’s leadership capabilities.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Are you approachable, positive, affable, trustworthy, a person of character and integrity, or are you someone who is standoffish, pessimistic and generally not to be trusted? link] mikemyatt Well said Greg – as with most things in life, maintaining a balance creates a positive outcome.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

Let me make my position very clear…design absolutely matters. While this position may seem a bit harsh, it is nonetheless true. I could go on ad nauseum with similar questions, but my guess is that you get my point… Now let’s examine the flip-side of the coin by looking at the positives associated with strong design.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 12, 2021

Organizations around the world have been striving to make their senior managerial positions more diverse and representative of both their workforce and their customer base. The researchers analyzed the makeup of executive teams in 1,000 large and mid-sized American firms between 2006 and 2011. Firm diversity.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. Kevin responded to that comment by saying he doesn’t read for gender, he reads for content. The colour of my skin is merely what I am, not who I am.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Whether leading an emerging growth company or a large multi-national corporation, aside from the CEO , there is arguably no position that has impact and contribution like the CHRO. Find a strong and well positioned employer brand. CHROs are making a bigger and more meaningful difference than ever.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 2, 2010

They would tell you that the classic strong leadership traits that define our nation’s best military leaders are outdated, and that they don’t display a proper amount of empathy and compassion. I’ve rarely come across students of military history that don’t have a great command of both strategic thinking and tactical implementation.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

In the business world, as a chief executive officer or entrepreneur, corporate messaging is the key to both your personal and professional positioning strategy. In today’s post I’ll share some of the messaging secrets used by the best leaders… So why is great messaging so important?

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Lead on Purpose

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

In our modern society, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for those of us in leadership positions take time out for ourselves. All these factors are doubly important for people in leadership positions. By Pam Greene. I can also hear the collective sigh and eye roll now. Less Time Means More Time. Lead By Example.

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Next Level Blog

JANUARY 19, 2017

Since writing the first edition of The Next Level in 2006, I’ve coached, spoken with, and observed thousands of leaders in action. Great leaders practice and exhibit strong personal leadership. They build on that to create positive outcomes for themselves and the people they love and lead. That starts with personal leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Just having a definition for what constitutes acceptable behavior is a positive step in containing the crazies. Understanding the WIIFM Factor : Understanding the other person’s WIIFM (What’s In It For Me) position is critical. If conflict does flare up, you will likely minimize its severity by dealing with it quickly.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2010

I want to frame my thoughts on the topic of significance by beginning with an excerpt from my book “ Leadership Matters…The CEO Survival Manual “: “By the time you reach the CEO level you should be striving to move beyond success and towards significance. The politician in pursuit of his/her goal will live in infamy or insignificance.

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Terry Starbucker

OCTOBER 20, 2013

In 2006 I started blogging about leadership. It was wonderful to read comments on my posts, both positive and negative, because they helped me refine my leadership thinking. Then, with that refinement in hand, I’d go back to my leadership post and put it into practice, and see what happened. Leadership'

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 13, 2018

Guest post by Janet Britcher : Entrepreneurship: Exploring When professionals demonstrate excellence in their chosen field, they are often promoted to leadership, leaving behind their foundational expertise and for some, their first love. Still good, still positive and connected, yet with its own flair. Can you have it all?

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Entrepreneur, CEO or Both? While there is an element of truth in that statement if this is what you aspire to as a leader it constitutes a complete under-utilization of leadership responsibility.

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QAspire

AUGUST 31, 2010

Home Go to QAspire.com Guest Posts Disclaimer Great Leadership: Beware of These Nine I’s I wrote earlier about Nine I’s and Great Leadership. Ineffective : Leadership delivers performance. Impolite : Leaders, as they ascend in their positions, become more polite and humble. Actions that change people.

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Modern Servant Leader

SEPTEMBER 8, 2014

It was 2006. Yet, the executive team felt he was getting positive results. It was time to study leadership and understand what made some succeed without such collateral damage. I spent years researching all kinds of leadership “styles” What was in vogue, what was not. I discovered Servant Leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2010

If you find yourself in the enviable position of being able to select your board, choose wisely. Board members have egos, and will go to great lengths to help you if they perceive you respect and value their position. Use these proactive encounters to flesh out, and seek alignment on, key issues and positions.

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