Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 21, 2018

Top-down, command-and-control leadership styles are outdated and ineffective with this modern-day workforce. Millennials will abandon any job if the culture their manager has created is unworkable for them. The alternative is that the manager—and the organization—become irrelevant. * * * This post is by Kelly Riggs and Robby Riggs.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

Today’s Executive Search and Management Consulting firms are famous for espousing “Best Practices.” Yes, the General Counsel role has changed dramatically, from one of gatekeeper and legal advice provider to a critical member of the corporation’s leadership team. Every service we provide is through a leadership lens.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 10, 2021

Seduced by a Management Fad” fallacy. Leaders are seduced by sophisticated-sounding management fads, so there is an utter failure to implement simple, commonsense actions that boost connection and have the greatest effect on results. Through coaching, the surgeon came to embrace the power of words, emotion and connection. Katharine P.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 22, 2011

This is an outstanding book that should become a classic for its extensive research on leadership and organization effectiveness. Central to that high failure rate are huge shortfalls in developing the “soft skills&# of leadership and culture. Beyond Performance is full of examples and practical advice. Leadership.

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Skip Prichard

JULY 19, 2021

Whether you are new to studying leadership or have practiced and studied it for many years, I am sure you will benefit and enjoy the leadership lessons today’s post provides. One of your first leadership lessons is “A subordinate’s trust in their leader is the most important factor in the success of any organization.”

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Flashback to this post from early 2015 : After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best new leadership book of 2014 is, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization from the Ground Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Van Gorder : Spend time with them.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Flashback to this post from early 2015 : After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best leadership book for 2014 is, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization from the Ground Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Van Gorder : Spend time with them.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 16, 2014

Her leadership helped save it. Stated another way, these leadership behaviors create a team that pulls together and protects the culture from spiraling down into a dog-eat-dog environment. Although these leadership behaviors seem like common sense, they are uncommon in practice. What can be done to save it?

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 6, 2023

With Horwath’s guidance, leaders will master the four dimensions of strategic fitness that contribute to executive performance: Strategy Fitness : Ability to understand and develop strategy, set direction, allocate resources, make decisions, and create competitive advantage. A company is only as good as its people.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 10, 2024

When you have reams of unnecessary policies, approvals required for simple things, and an us-versus-them attitude between managers and employees, you need to step back and look at the level of fear vs. trust in your business. You can tell when the good energy that should be flowing in your organization is blocked by fear.

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CoachStation

SEPTEMBER 16, 2015

We may well be overcomplicating the language of leadership and business. Gabrielle Dolan: The Future of Leadership Conference, Bris, Sept 2015 After attending the Future of Leadership – Workplace Culture conference in Brisbane last week I have been reflecting on the content from some of the speakers.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 30, 2019

It’s hard to find an executive who doesn’t believe that his or her people are significant assets and a competitive advantage for the company. 2,500+ Expert Contributor management and leadership articles. Expert advice provided via StrategyDriven’s Advisors Corner. Access the Article Now!

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

Today’s Executive Search and Management Consulting firms s are famous for espousing “Best Practices.” Yes, the General Counsel role has changed dramatically, from one of gatekeeper and legal advice provider to a critical member of the corporation’s leadership team. Every service we provide is through a leadership lens.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 13, 2023

These programs cater to individuals seeking to enhance their business acumen and leadership skills without the constraints of traditional classroom-based education. Valuable insights can be gleaned from feedback provided by managers and colleagues, serving as a catalyst for professional growth.

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CEO Blog

DECEMBER 31, 2010

CEO Blog - Time Leadership Friday, December 31, 2010 Slow Down, Sell Faster I am really enjoying the snow. This is where my Time Management systems kick in to make sure I am getting the right things done. That’s not bad advice… unless you go there with nothing interesting or important to say about the customer’s business.

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Coaching Tip

MAY 7, 2012

Business and government leaders have been talking for decades about advancing more women to top leadership and professional roles. asked senior executives at 60 big companies recently why they are trying to advance women, "they laughed at us," says Dominic Barton, McKinsey's global managing director. Rethinking Leadership.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 30, 2014

After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best is the book, The Font-Line Leader: Building a High-PerformanceOrganization from the Groumd Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Question : How do you engage middle-managers to effectively reflect your philosophies? Van Gorder : Spend time with them.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 30, 2019

Flashback to this post from early 2015 : After reading nearly 40 books about leadership released this year, my pick for the very best is the book, The Front-Line Leader: Building a High-Performance Organization from the Ground Up , by Chris Van Gorder. Question : How do you engage middle-managers to effectively reflect your philosophies?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Moreover if they decide to develop the application should this be done internally with existing staff, or outsourced, and if outsourced will it be done domestically or offshore and who will manage the process. Oh, and what about development methodology?

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 7, 2015

There's been plenty of unsolicited advice on what to do. Here's a piece of advice about how to do it. Employ some leadership fundamentals. You need to practice some leadership fundamentals. EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. Advance your organization while leading from the front.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Talent has progressed from a cost to be minimized to source of competitive advantage. And even change management is changing as well. What’s the first step anyone could take to start applying your advice tomorrow? IT systems are evolving from static processing engines to agents of change. First, get connected.

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Skip Prichard

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

It’s a provider that a customer or client favors in the purchase of a product or service versus its competition. A preferred provider has a significant competitive advantage over all other providers, because it is the “go-to” provider in the marketplace. These leaders never micro-manage. What Is a “Preferred Provider”?

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 16, 2013

You would think that an Ivy League institution like Cornell University would be a model of the best practices of leadership throughout its organization since Cornell and most universities believe they are growing the next generation of leaders for our country and our world. not necessarily and not always. That got everyone’s attention!

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

magazine’s offering of information, products, services, and online tools for business or management. Entrepreneur.com From Entrepreneur magazine, a resource they call the first online business-to-business community marketplace built exclusively for small and emerging businesses. Inc.com Inc.

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Kevin Eikenberry

OCTOBER 8, 2010

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe Do You Have a Balanced Reading (and Learning) Diet? We book worms of years gone by now may even have a competitive advantage. Do You Really Need a Meeting to Make a Decision?

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 19, 2017

” Jedi Master Qui-Gon Jinn shares this advice with Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars, but in our hyper-distracted work world, it’s advice that we all need to hear. Your Team’s Time Management Problem Might Be a Focus Problem. The ability to focus is a competitive advantage in the world today.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

If your company’s long-term business plan requires the acquisition, or retention of the uber employee then your business not only has a risk management issue, but it is likely not scalable. Related Post: Keeping it Simple Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Dan Collins Excellent – Simple, Scalable and Succinct Advice.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 26, 2014

Since that time, I’ve continued to follow my father’s advice and grown my business into a billion dollar company. “If Alan Fox is the president of ACF Property Management, Inc, and author of The New York Times bestseller PEOPLE TOOLS: 54 Strategies for Building Relationships, Creating Joy, and Embracing Prosperity. About the Author.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 7, 2015

No longer does the competitive advantage lie with those having the deepest pockets. Identifies the Support Needed, No More, No Less… providing periodic, focused advice from true experts to meet your specific needs.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 7, 2013

The Leader’s Pocket Guide by John Baldoni is a well organized collection of leadership principles focused on one’s self, colleagues, and organization. StrategyDriven Contributors like The Leader’s Pocket Guide for its immediately implementable advice relevant to leaders at all levels within an organization.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 15, 2014

Question : Can “working smarter, not harder” really be applied to leadership positions? EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. You just finished reading The Advisor''s Corner - Does working smarter, not harder apply to leadership positions? ! About the Author.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 19, 2014

project management, change process, structure) to ensure a positive outcome? How can you make the leadership leap gracefully? Well, learning and practicing effective leadership skills is a good place to begin. EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. What processes need to be in place (i.e.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 23, 2013

Sometimes we can ‘manage up’ and work with our boss or manage differently with others to mitigate the root causes of our burnout. EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. The Advisor’s Corner – Can a Manager Really Do It All? About the Author.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Nothing signals leadership trouble more than an executive who can’t make decisions. Understanding and implementing the concept of “ actionable leadership &# is a major key to success in becoming a great CEO. However my question to you is this: What is leadership without action? Sound harsh?

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 18, 2013

You are tempted to ‘fix’ the person’s problem and about to give advice no one asked you to give. EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. A Shift in Leadership Can Make a Multi-Million Dollar Impact. Someone asks you a question that you should not or cannot answer fully or accurately.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 5, 2014

We asked Roxi Hewertson about the 8 overarching leadership insights that kick off her new book Lead Like it Matters…Because it Does hitting the stores in just a few weeks. How can you make the leadership leap gracefully? Well, learning and practicing effective leadership skills is a good place to begin. About the Author.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

We asked Roxi Hewertson about the 8 overarching leadership insights that kick off her new book Lead Like it Matters…Because it Does hitting the stores in just a few weeks. Some of the best-intended and least effective leaders I have known regularly read lots of books and even more articles on leadership. Doing is the hard part.

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