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Can Lawyers Lead?

N2Growth Blog

Despite popular misconceptions, young lawyers are hungry to become more self-aware and to sharpen their leadership competencies. Besides providing stellar legal advice to clients, they’re a leadership development factory helping young lawyers sharpen their leadership acumen and soft skills at every step of their career.

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Leadership & Emotional Control | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

I have only raised my voice in the workplace twice during my career and both times I have regretted it tremendously. Resist the temptation to give way to emotional decisioning and you’ll see your career and company soar to new heights of success. link] QUIT YELLING « The Coaching Connection, LLC [.]

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The Disconnected Leader | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

I have consistently espoused the value of walking the floor, dropping in for meetings on an impromptu basis, proactively engaging key stakeholders, and any number of other items that focus on raising your awareness. If your CMO is making all of your brand decisions there will be h*ll to pay down the road. Let there be light!

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Why You Should Meditate

Persuasive Powerhouse

I still sometimes do that, but I am aware of my thoughts and can make the choice to be fully present. In your role as a leader, there is a big advantage to your ability to be aware of your thoughts and to choose to be present in your work and for the people around you. I was off in my thoughts a lot. Thanks for the post. Suggestion?

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2010: When Leadership Hit the Rapids

Harvard Business Review

For me, 2010 was the year when I let go of theories and focused on realities, most notably the real challenges of leading in the 21st century. One of the most memorable moments was listening to an executive of a British bank rescued by the government, who told his audience that the economic crisis had been a breakthrough moment in his career.

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The Importance of Being Purposeful | You're Not the Boss of Me

You're Not the Boss of Me

Exploring Shared Leadership → March 23, 2010 · 5:37 pm ↓ Jump to Comments The Importance of Being Purposeful When I first came to Vancouver to take up my new role as a Human Resources Consultant with a major bank, my boss and I agreed that I should go on a road trip and meet with as many corporate banking employees as possible.

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Four Reasons why Civility in the Workplace is a Must | You're Not.

You're Not the Boss of Me

Leaders who operate from a platform of good manners and civility know that: Everyone likes to feel acknowledged and important I started my work life in the mailroom of a bank. Rude and self-indulgent remarks simply get in the way of achieving a satisfactory outcome. It is at these times when a good dose of civility is required.

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