N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 28, 2010

Rarely will you come across a static opportunity in the sense that it will stand idle and wait for you to act…Significant opportunities are not only scarce, but they typically operate on the principal of diminishing returns. So much so, that if you don’t think timing is everything - think again.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

If change and innovation weren’t key contributors to sustainable success, and the enterprise could just run on auto-pilot, you could replace the CEO with a General Manager. That is the question that many a business is forced to ask at some point during their life cycle. The fact is that business is not a static endeavor.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] My experience with most executives & entrepreneurs is that they are totally committed to and focused on success. It is possible to have both speed and planning so long as planning doesn't turn into "analysis paralysis."

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CO2

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Too Much Innovation? Too Much Innovation? I have the privilege recently to work with a technology company that has one of their three core values as innovative. Are we too innovative? Sometimes, because it is a true operating value. Sometimes, because it is a true operating value.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

Thanks in advance for sharing… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] link] Ovidiu What a GREAT article! At the same time I personally feel its a long way to go to see the environment what has been discussed in the article.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

His article got me thinking about this [.] I think not. While confidence can be mistaken for arrogance, and vice-versa, they are clearly not interchangeable terms. Oarabile [link] mikemyatt Solid words of wisdom Oarabile…thanks for sharing. link] Roots of healthy confidence « Leadership Freak [.] link] Tracy E.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? As much as some don’t want to hear this, there is an “I&# in team because teams are comprised of individuals. The strongest teams don’t weed out or neutralize individual tendencies, they capitalize on them.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Kavita Great article. Lastly, feel free to comment on how accurately the self-exam measured your ability and identified potential development opportunities. myself that. Perhaps results should be filled out someone other than the leader.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Walt Disney, one of the greatest creative talents and true innovators of our time realized the value of action when he said: “The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.&# While the aforementioned qualities are certainly admirable, they are only valuable if they influence or create action.

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Kevin Eikenberry

NOVEMBER 12, 2010

People tend to operate and behave in the world, based on what they believe to be true. So, if we want to communicate successfully, influence, or lead them, we must operate based on their perceptions. Let me take this idea one step further. their perceptions).

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Don’t utilize your competitions practices, but rather innovate around them and improve upon them to create an advantage that can be leveraged in the market. Even though I will from time-to-time slip and refer to something as “Best Practices&# I am attempting to extricate that phrase from my vocabulary.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Fear based motivations don’t instill loyalty, create trust, build morale, inspire creativity, attract talent, or drive innovation. Sad but true…real talent won’t be attracted to, or remain engaged with leaders who operate on fear-based tactics. Remember that respect is earned, and fear is imposed.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 28, 2010

It includes an article that Jason Pankau and I wrote entitled “To Boost Productivity and Innovation, Connect with the Core.&# The article is about how great leaders don’t just focus on star performers, they are intentional about connecting with employees at large. Examples in the article include Ret.

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CO2

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Too Much Innovation? Too Much Innovation? I have the privilege recently to work with a technology company that has one of their three core values as innovative. Are we too innovative? Sometimes, because it is a true operating value. Sometimes, because it is a true operating value.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 8, 2010

Bottom line…I’m in awe of those who have mastered the art of brevity, and after looking back at this post I must admit that I still have some work to do… Share and Enjoy: View Comments Anand Very nice article to mention about the brevity – Don't beat around the bush, come to the point. I Think Not.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Be innovative. You’ll be seen as an innovator and not just someone who goes along with the group. Product management focuses on releasing the right products to the right markets at the right time; set both financial and operational goals for your product line. #4: Be true to yourself and present your own ideas confidently.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

Innovate: Your brand will have at best a limited shelf life if a culture of innovation doesn’t pervade your business. Continuity should flow from values to vision, mission to strategy, and objectives to tactics to process. Mixed messaging or practices has killed many a brand.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Posted on November 29th, 2010 by admin in Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Bonus or no bonus? Anyway, I liked your article. That is the question. People understand this. It's a great topic and I think you are directionally very accurate in your views.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2010

Thanks in advance… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Please use the comments section below to share any other tips for working more effectively with the board.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Closing gaps becomes much easier when you can position differences as non-adversarial and operate within a framework of trust. If so, you likely have issues with conflict. The issue hasn't risen to a level of significance to merit their involvement, in which case you must get them to understand why the conflict merits their involvement.

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CO2

OCTOBER 16, 2010

via Questions Are The Answer | Management Innovation eXchange. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. His book Just Ask Leadership - Why Great Managers Always Ask The Right Questions (McGraw Hill 2009).

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CO2

DECEMBER 24, 2010

They have been studying over the past decade innovation within established organizations. In the process they have compiled perhaps the most extensive library of innovation case studies in the world. If you are struggling with innovation in your organization this is a must read. There is just one little problem.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 14, 2010

link] joecharles Great article Mike. Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Is your article title really about anger management or appropriate emotional expression in business? Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. I couldn’t disagree more…&# – Read article [.] I couldn’t disagree more…In today’s post I’ll share my thoughts on what I refer to as the fallacy of no.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Influence Dealing with Tough Times The Lost Art of Brevity The Leadership Vacuum Shut-up & Listen Stop Selling and Add Value Social Media Influence The Influence Factor Ideas Dont Equal Innovation Indispensable? What say you???

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

If you can't offer immediate, physical assistance…CALL those that can, don't tweet or f'book or whatever it… We need to continually make sure to publish articles like this in order to keep people in the right mindset. While this caused a tense moment, he appears to be okay now.

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CO2

OCTOBER 16, 2010

via Questions Are The Answer | Management Innovation eXchange. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. His book Just Ask Leadership - Why Great Managers Always Ask The Right Questions (McGraw Hill 2009).

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 2, 2010

Successful businesses adapt to market innovations and thrive, while those that fail to make iterative leaps fall by the wayside. The principles the Mike describes in this article are excellent and common-sense; these are good principles to apply to the overall philosophy and strategy of the organizations social media interactions.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 2, 2010

He has been in the business world for over 28 years in various leadership positions, most recently as a senior operations executive for a service business based in the Rocky Mountain west.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

MIT Technology Review The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s magazine of innovation promotes “the understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business and society.&# Inc.com Inc. magazine’s offering of information, products, services, and online tools for business or management.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

I don’t simply link to another article or make trite comments, but author original content that I hope adds value, which in my opinion is mission critical. You Have The Time To Say It : I generally produce 5 blog posts per week (one each business day) and it normally takes me an hour or two per post.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Want to take a stab at ranking the top 5 or 10? Or if you’d just like to share your thoughts in general, please leave a comment below. excellent posts from this week's independent business blogs. I have recently started blogging.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 13, 2010

Using it In the military, operatives are used to gain “intel&# on what the enemy is thinking, doing or planning. If you have something that can cause all those problems, as a leader it is your responsibility to reduce or eliminate that situation – or even better, use gossip to your advantage rather than peril.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

Great leaders intrinsically understand that team building catalyzes collaboration, creates both disruptive and incremental innovation, facilitates a certainty of execution, and is one of the key foundational elements associated with creating a dynamic corporate culture. " In my humble opinion this statement is solid as a rock.

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CO2

SEPTEMBER 17, 2010

Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. His book Just Ask Leadership - Why Great Managers Always Ask The Right Questions (McGraw Hill 2009). Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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CO2

JANUARY 20, 2011

IDEO has contributed to some of the most innovative solutions for some of the biggest brands in the world. Gary Cohen grew the company from two people to 2,200 employees Currently, he is Managing Partner of CO2 Partners, LCC, operating as an executive coach and consultant. Technology and its role in travel 2.0

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