Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 24, 2019

I’ve never forgotten that advice, and it’s served me well. The point is that I was fortunate to have a great influence from my parents about basic behaviors (how to “show up” in life), work, and a work ethic. How you introduce yourself is the start of how people experience you. All of us kids started working at an early age.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2016

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. What is their definition of leadership and importantly, does their definition align with your company culture? Frankly, that’s old news. That’s common knowledge.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 6, 2011

Dean Harris was a wonderful man who reached out to me at different junctures of my college career — giving me sage advice (and reprimanding me when I stepped over the line). Those are MY definitions. He’s a special person in my life. Odds are, if someone gives something to you, it will probably cost you something in the end.

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The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 29, 2020

They don’t take advice from other people; they don’t trust others’ opinions. … The results suggest a range of negative impacts, including reductions in collaboration and ethical behavior, with these characteristics becoming part of the wider organizational culture. You can flat-out ask, ‘What should you have done differently?’

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2016

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. What is their definition of leadership and importantly, does their definition align with your company culture? Frankly, that’s old news. That’s common knowledge.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 9, 2017

Dana Theus of InPower Coaching contributed Workplace Advice-Why Should I Bother Feeling Grateful For a Crappy Boss? Jesse Lyn Stoner of the Seapoint Center shared Do an Ethics Check to Navigate the Gray Zone. Jesse Lyn recaps, “It’s easy to know what’s ethical when your choices are clear-cut.

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In the CEO Afterlife

FEBRUARY 6, 2012

Inherent in the definition of career is the opportunity to progress. A coach or mentor’s advice may serve to overcome personal weaknesses; it may have to do with leadership, how to deal with an impossible boss or a toxic corporate culture. If you do, you need to reassess your values and ethics. You owe it to yourself.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 1, 2013

presents Which of These is Ethical Leadership? The graphic in this post illustrates the point that leaders are interpreting “ethical leadership” at very different levels. Which one of the 3 represents ethical leadership”. There is a quiet leadership revolution going on, a shift in the definition of success from “what” to “how.”

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Cooperperson

JANUARY 17, 2022

They are the very definition of best-laid plans, since, on average, most do not last for more than 30 days. As you can see, resolutions in the 1900s were more religious or spiritual in nature, reflecting a desire to develop stronger moral character, a stronger work ethic, and more restraint in the face of earthly pleasures.

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Marshall Goldsmith

MARCH 29, 2011

The advice I have to give to young people from the West who are just entering the workforce is simple. As a UCLA PhD student, I had what were considered extremely high GMAT scores and a mediocre work ethic. In this new era of uncertainty, we all need to think like entrepreneurs. Forget about security. Life is good.

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Marshall Goldsmith

NOVEMBER 7, 2011

Second, when leaders commit an ethical violation they should be fired - not coached. It only takes one ethical violation to ruin the reputation of an otherwise outstanding company. Advice that is never implemented will not do much good. It won't turn bad doctors into good doctors or bad engineers into good engineers.

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Leading in Context

MARCH 16, 2016

By Linda Fisher Thornton Sarah Hood included some of my advice to HR Managers about CSR in her feature article about Corporate Social Responsibility in the March/April 2016 Edition of HR Professional Magazine. In it she explores the role of the HR professional in supporting and advancing an organization's CSR efforts.

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Lead on Purpose

MAY 23, 2009

It provides great advice on how to make your life significant in ways you probably never imagined. Bob is definitely a religious man (Christian) and that comes out significantly throughout the book. Halftime is all about finding ways to be a leader in your own life; especially the second half of your life.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 14, 2010

or “what’s the best piece of advice you’ve been given over your life?&# ) This exercise helps warm up the introverts who are more likely to contribute to creative conversations if they feel connected to others in the group (and the exercise helps boost their sense of connection); 3. why is everyone smiling?

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Frank Sonnenberg Online

MARCH 17, 2020

Additional Reading: Does It Pay to Be Ethical? Do You Have the Discipline to Do What’s Right? Please leave a comment and tell us what you think or share it with someone who can benefit from the information. Will You Choose the Right Path? Are You Blurring the Line Between Right and Wrong? What Does Your Name Say About You?

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LDRLB

AUGUST 2, 2011

First off, I am definitely not qualified to review a book on social media. Strip the marketing terms out of this book, and you have a great core of advice on how leaders successfully network themselves within organizations. Stratten repeatedly emphasizes that social media is a reciprocal agreement between people.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Furthermore, last time I checked a CEO can always be removed for lack of performance, or moral and ethical indiscretions, so what purpose do CEO term limits serve other than to disincentivize the CEO? They also seek the advice and counsel of their board and executive team in addition to a plethora of outside advisers.

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 28, 2010

If the reader isn’t in the place to hear the depth of this advice, I’m sure it will be shrugged off as a “feel good&# message. Although I’ve needed “Outliers&# (Malcolm Gladwell’s definition of those around someone who helps them achieve), the initial thoughts and talents have been my own.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

of The People Equation offers this advice for an IDP: “I would recommend that leaders build in one action item that relates to learning an aspect related to the organization’s operations that is outside of the team member’s area of expertise. Jennifer V. I share a bit of my journey in Leadership Development Made Easy.”.

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Joseph Lalonde

NOVEMBER 16, 2015

That’s probably the simplest definition of what I do. Seth Godin calls this an ethical bribe. Q8: Do you have any parting advice to the listeners? If I’m forced to give advice which I try not to, I think the best advice I ever got was just don’t quit. Jeff Goins Interview.

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Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 24, 2014

You need to identify what success looks like for you – not someone else’s definition, but your definition. We want them to be loyal, grateful, ethical, engaged, and kind to the people they work with and for. Once you combine knowing and doing, you are well on your way. It doesn’t work that way.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

November 8th, 2010 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus One of the definitions of the word reflection is “the bending or folding back of a part upon itself&#. Learning to “go with the gut&# provides a definite advantage for leaders in fast moving organization. In a way, when we reflect, we fold back upon ourselves.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 2, 2010

What is the most ethical action we might take?” I love the quote from Howard Thurman, and it is definitely descriptive of my own passion for what I do. ~Albert Einstein; the question that led to the theory of relativity. What might DNA look like in a 3D form?” Where can I get a good hamburger on the road?”

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Persuasive Powerhouse

AUGUST 16, 2011

It takes an inordinate amount of time for him to draft his plan because, as he says, “he’s just very busy” Once the plan is in semi-final form, you both meet with Linda, who feels the development plan is definitely on the right track. You begin coaching Rob. After a month, nothing much happens.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 21, 2014

We now KNOW, for a fact, that EQ (Emotional Quotient/Intelligence) is far more important for success in most jobs, and definitely within leadership roles. Whatever methods (legal and ethical of course) you use, you need to discover at least these SIX key things about your candidates BEFORE you hire. It is mind-boggling!

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Miles Anthony Smith

MAY 2, 2018

Great leaders often align their leadership values with personal beliefs and ethics of their own. She established her place as a thought leader by offering bold and useful advice on writing and creating great content which lead to numerous best-selling books. Beyond having great advice, you need to be memorable.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 1, 2019

Included in this definition, often forgotten, is the network of suppliers you use. Consider the following advice: Customized Services. It may be worth utilizing them, to bond with the strength of community, and to abide by ethical business practices that may just return back to you.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 18, 2015

And, the mission critical nature of credibility cannot be overstated, as it establishes a company or brand’s integrity, reliability, validity, soundness and a host of other image-including indicators of an entity’s moral and ethical code, and the standards by which it operates. Social media also presents tremendous image opportunity.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

A timid or passive person is by definition not action oriented. ” Research supports the same – with neuro discoveries that show why this advice is a leader’s best neuron pathway forward to fix this dysfunctional dilemma! Great insights Susan.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

In evaluating any relationship in the value chain I’m looking for value, talent, performance, leverage, efficiency, economy of scale, work ethic, integrity, character, discipline and many other traits irrespective of your skin color, age, etc. A sense of entitlement is not a substitute for work ethic and a desire to achieve.

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Frank Sonnenberg Online

AUGUST 20, 2019

There’s No Substitute for Hard Work. There’s no substitute for hard work. It builds character , contributes to success, provides a living, and promotes happiness. On a fundamental basis, an entry-level job provides valuable lessons. It teaches us to show up on time, follow directions, work hard, and get along with others.

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Miles Anthony Smith

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

​ The definition of a good leader varies from person-to-person, but there are some constants. According to a study done by the Harvard Business Review , a good leader is ethical, goal-oriented, communicates well, and is flexible , to name a few adjectives. Asking for advice from more experienced leaders is often key.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 28, 2011

If determining whether your employees are losing their ability to effectively process ideas and information costs next to nothing , aren't you ethically obligated to find that out? These tests are not yet foolproof or definitive. Effective executives, as Peter Drucker noted, want to get ahead of potential problems. My bet is, no.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 4, 2012

Since I don't particularly enjoy debating definitions, I usually respond by saying: "That's a difficult question. I like this response because, if it doesn't end the conversation, it usually shifts it from definitions to dynamics — which is what innovation is all about, after all. They are the whole point of business."

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Terry Starbucker

JANUARY 3, 2010

It’s timeless advice. Lee mark yates January 4, 2010 at 2:14 pm Thanks for the post Terry, I definitely think from a leadership point of you practicing Patience, Tolerance & Engagement are definitely some of the most important attributes. Is “ethical leadership” an oxymoron? Tonight I’ll add your list.

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Terry Starbucker

MAY 9, 2010

Home About Me About This Blog Starbucker’s Amazon Store TerryStarbucker.com Ramblings From a Glass Half Full Leaders as Teachers: Two Things You Absolutely, Positively Must Do To Be Effective by Starbucker on May 9, 2010 As someone who loves to read, I can get leadership advice from the strangest places. Just a thought. Great stuff.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 10, 2011

In this practical and inspiring guide, you’ll discover proven methods and advice to shape young leaders, stretch veteran leaders, become a better communicator, maintain your work-life balance, deal with dishonesty among competitors, and much more. One application for the job had multiple spelling and grammatical errors.

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