The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 28, 2022

Famous research from Stanford’s Nicholas Bloom illustrates the difficulties we face in keeping the wheels of innovation turning. Bloom illustrates that while we’re spending more on research and innovation than ever before, we’re getting diminishing returns for that investment. Engines of creation.

Entrepreneur 93

Entrepreneur Venture Capitalist Mass Marketing Globalization 93

Chartered Management Institute

AUGUST 1, 2023

View the Full Report You can read our 2022 report , in partnership with UVAC, which set out our vision for a positive reform agenda for the apprenticeship levy. The cost per employee is half the EU average, and the number of days spent on training is at its lowest since 2011.

Productivity 52

Productivity Products Short-term Proposal 52

QAspire

JANUARY 8, 2014

Jesse Lyn Stoner is truly a thought leader who has worked closely with leaders for over 25 years helping them create collaborative, engaged organizations that make a powerful and positive impact on the world. Technical reviews are a chance to manage both innovation and risk, and…develop people. James Lawther’s SquawkPoint Blog.

Management 171

Management Blanchard Benchmarking Blog 171

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 entrepreneurs are clearly talented innovators and visionaries, most first time entrepreneurs don’t have prior experience as a CEO.

Entrepreneur 382

Entrepreneur CEO Blog Welch 382

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

Let me make my position very clear…design absolutely matters. Whether it is aesthetic, functional, creative, process, innovative, intellectual, technical or applicational…design matters. While this position may seem a bit harsh, it is nonetheless true. In today’s blog post I’ll examine why design matters.

Brand 267

Brand Blog Reputation Parcell 267

N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

CEO 305

CEO Blog Long-term Short-term 305

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. It takes a blending of approach to craft the right message and this will not happen when operating in a vacuum.

Blog 320

Blog Audience Brand Influence 320

Chartered Management Institute

AUGUST 1, 2023

View the Full Report You can read our 2022 report , in partnership with UVAC, which set out our vision for a positive reform agenda for the apprenticeship levy. The cost per employee is half the EU average, and the number of days spent on training is at its lowest since 2011.

Productivity 52

Productivity Products Short-term Proposal 52

Mike Cardus

DECEMBER 21, 2010

Design by 12GrainStudio Positive Illusion an Elbow to the Crotch of Your Dogmatic Leadership & Team Building Tuesday, July 06th, 2010 Posted by: mike image from Grand Illusions THE IMAGE ABOVE IS NOT MOVING! Positive illusions are unrealistically favorable attitudes that people have towards themselves. All rights reserved.

Team Building 114

Team Building Case Study Learning-by-Doing Training 114

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

I only care that they are totally committed to making a positive contribution to the organization. If you crush the individual character and spirit of those who form your team, how can your team operate at its best? Along the same lines, I don’t really care if someone does or doesn’t want to be led by me.

Blog 419

Blog Gordon Follow-up Open-book 419

N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 10, 2011

They are the ones innovating and breaking-down barriers. Organizations short on leadership talent find themselves in such a position for a reason… current leadership failed to lead. Identifying leaders? Have we really degenerated to this point? They are the ones who have earned the trust, loyalty and respect of their co-workers.

Leadership 419

Leadership Blog Consultative Brand 419

N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

Few things are more critical to your efforts in increasing your revenue growth and corporate sustainability than understanding the value of disruptive innovation. So why do so many established and often well managed companies struggle with disruptive innovation? or my personal favorite, “We need to focus on our core business.&#

Business Model 361

Business Model Blog Disruptive Innovation Brand 361

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

That said, it is nonetheless safe to say that CEOs who find a way to focus their efforts on values, vision, mission, strategy, team building, innovation, networking, and branding will be the CEOs who achieve the highest and most sustainable levels of success. Share and Enjoy: View Comments bfpower Well said, Mike.

CEO 349

CEO Blog Delegation Covey 349

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Thirdly, If you cannot help to create positive changes then get out as quickly as you can. As always, I welcome your comments below. Ironically, the article bring out how it doesn't even serve their purposes well, and I think corporations should be wary about hiring such self-serving bullies and placing them in positions of trust.

Environment 419

Environment Blog Due Diligence Brand 419

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Opposing positions, competitive tensions, power struggles, ego, pride, jealousy, performance discrepancies, compensation issues, just someone having a bad day, etc. Case in point…have you ever witnessed an employee throw a fit of rage and resign their position in the heat of the moment? So, what creates conflict in the workplace?

Blog 419

Blog Fashion Brand Self-aware 419

N2Growth Blog

JULY 2, 2010

I strongly recommend to all business leaders that they learn to develop a command presence, and lead from a committed and passionate position of strength. I’ve rarely come across students of military history that don’t have a great command of both strategic thinking and tactical implementation. I Think Not.

Brand 353

Brand Depreciation Blog Politics 353

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.

Influence 375

Influence Blog How To Brand 375

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

The simple truth is that many people can feign adequate leadership ability in the short run, but the 8 traits outlined below will seperate the posers from the players 11 times out of 1o… First of all, it is important to realize that just because someone is in a leadership position doesn’t necessarily mean they should be.

Blog 420

Blog Meyer Short-term Learning-by-Doing 420

The Horizons Tracker

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

A recent paper shows that there are over 10 million such people operating in the European Union, but whereas many such people are highly educated, the paper argues that they often suffer from poor working conditions and institutional support that is simply not geared for this modern form of work.

Career 106

Career Diversity Trends Long-term 106

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

Then, when they ask questions they eagerly position themselves as the student, LISTEN and learn. The central idea is both simple and powerful: the job or position is a shared situation. They gain their valuable perspectives by asking questions that elicit factual, emotional, direct, candid answers. I Think Not.

Blog 420

Blog Brand Consultative Depreciation 420

N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

The most rewarding thing for me is always when I receive a message from a person that tells me that I’ve made a positive difference in their life. This is a dangerous position for anyone who loses perspective. Marshall Goldsmith : It has nothing little to do with awards, recognitions, books, etc., I Think Not.

Blog 338

Blog Leadership Brand Media 338

Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

this sends a positive signal: i.e. that you view the person’s interest as important.) ? You’ve checked with others who know this person better and are in a better position to ask about interests ? You’ve made inferences about what matters to the person based on his/her position, department goals, public behavior and comments ?

Project 109

Project Six Sigma Team Building How To 109

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO. Have they been fudging their research for years? I Think Not.

Blog 417

Blog Gordon CEO Consultative 417

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. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

Blog 419

Blog Reputation Participative Brand 419

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

I have actually come to cringe every time I hear a so called expert use the phrase in an authoritarian manner as a justification for the position they happen to be evangelizing. 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.

Blog 334

Blog Outsourcing Competitive Advantage Innovation 334

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. I Think Not.

Blog 334

Blog Management CEO Brand 334

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

The world has changed, and if you haven’t adjusted your messaging, positioning, communications, and engagement strategies accordingly, your brand will suffer. Innovate: Your brand will have at best a limited shelf life if a culture of innovation doesn’t pervade your business. I Think Not.

Brand 271

Brand Blog How To Public Relations 271

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.

Blog 313

Blog Brand CEO Consultative 313

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2010

As a CEO you have the ability to influence positive changes, and to make contributions well beyond those who have not been afforded the same opportunities, and it would be nothing short of tragic for you not to clearly understand this. Is the pursuit of success or significance driving your quest in 2011?

Blog 416

Blog Succession Influence Brand 416

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. I’m not suggesting that leaders should be robotic or static in approach – quite to the contrary. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

Blog 418

Blog Leadership Brand Consultative 418

CEO Blog

JANUARY 28, 2011

CEO Blog - Time Leadership Friday, January 28, 2011 5 Leadership Styles that Work A guest post by Art Gould Recipes for Success: 5 Different Leadership Styles That All Work! Art Gould is a division manager with Self Storage Company, which operates a group of websites, including a Nashville self-storage locator.

Blog 230

Blog CEO Leadership Styles Leadership 230

Coaching Tip

JANUARY 26, 2013

According to a regulatory filing for 2011 in the State of Delaware, where Mars is incorporated, there are six members, all grandchildren or great-grandchildren of Frank Mars. For example, a typical Mars plant manager influences associates by his or her ability to pace development of operational systems and innovative approaches.

Forrester 130

Forrester Brand Cooper Executive Coaching 130

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.

Leadership 194

Leadership Learning-by-Doing Blog Workshop 194

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 3, 2019

Entrepreneurship has seldom been sexier, with the press overwhelmed with stories of technological disruption and the tremendous changes emerging across society as a result of the bold and courageous innovators that are bucking the norm. Are we all entrepreneurs now? in 1985 to just 5.3% A decline in disruption.

Venture Capitalist 52

Venture Capitalist Entrepreneur Incubator GDP 52

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Positive Attitude : To the one, the best leaders I’ve ever known all smile, listen, engage, have a positive outlook, and have a high energy level. It’s just not that hard to deliver on your promises, and if you have no intention of doing so, don’t make the commitment to begin with. I Think Not.

Blog 412

Blog Leadership Loyalty Self-aware 412

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Gut instincts can only take you so far in life, and anyone who operates outside of a sound decisioning framework will eventually fall prey to an act of oversight, misinformation, misunderstanding, manipulation, impulsivity or some other negative influencing factor. Being a leader means being in a position of special trust and responsibility.

Blog 416

Blog Analysis CEO Brand 416

N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 6, 2011

The word no ends discussions, stifles creativity, kills innovation, impedes learning, and gates initiative. A constant stream of “no’s&# is not a positive sign, it’s a warning sign that needs to be heeded. But a leader has to be able to grow other leaders, no matter what their title and position.

Blog 385

Blog Learning-by-Doing Bottom-up Brand 385