Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2020. When leaders and aspiring leaders seek out advice, they're often told to try harder. They argue that this popular leadership advice glosses over the most important thing you do as a leader: build others up. Leadership isn't easy. Dig deeper.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 11, 2021

Rather than writing yet another how-to guide for people wanting to launch a startup, Tom Eisenmann conducted original research on startup failure to better understand startup success. Startup success is thought to rest largely on the founder’s talents and instincts. Some of the advice on how to succeed as an entrepreneur can backfire.

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Leading Blog

JULY 17, 2019

And yet, what is crystal clear to me after 20 years in leadership roles is that those ingredients, while important to success, aren't enough if you've forgotten the fundamentals of being positive, learning from others, being honest and the kind of person people want to work with. A curious, open mind lets in the necessary sunshine.

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Miles Anthony Smith

JUNE 5, 2018

45 Career Advice Experts Share Their Blueprint for Career Success (Plus Leaderboard)​ Does your career seem to be a struggle at times? It’s why I wrote my book Why Career Advice Sucks™ … to share the stories of my own career success and failures and help you grow your career more quickly.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 30, 2021

T HE KIND OF SUCCESS Texas Roadhouse has enjoyed didn’t happen by doing things the conventional way. He dropped out of business school and threw away the rule book. Through trial and error and a whole lot of perseverance, he opened the first Texas Roadhouse in 1993. But then founder Kent Taylor is not a conventional guy.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 2021. In this book, General McChrystal offers a battle-tested system for detecting and responding to risk. What emerges is the long-term vision underpinning his success: that technology is ultimately about people and their potential.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JANUARY 10, 2011

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe The Differences Between Feedback and Advice, and Why It Matters by Kevin Eikenberry on January 10, 2011 in Devloping Others , Leadership , Learning Feedback and advice. I shall act on your advice. retaliation?)

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 18, 2013

I base that assertion on a recent reading of David Hackett Fischer’s Washington’s Crossing , the acclaimed book that examines Washington’s leadership during the early months of the American revolution. Washington didn’t mince words when he opened his strategy session. And there is no guarantee of success.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in August 2021. Whether you are an individual trying to build a more sane and humane flow of daily work, a team that wants new levels of efficiency and effectiveness, or an entire organization changing your culture toward thoughtfulness, this book will lead you there.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 3, 2021

“On the path to success, we trip and lose our footing from time to time. But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch , author of the book, Fail More: Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We We all fail.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 17, 2022

These are the sorts of vital questions Arthur Brooks addresses in his latest book, From Strength to Strength: Finding Success, Happiness, and Deep Purpose in the Second Half of Life. This book, Arthur’s 12th, started as “me-search” 10 years ago, shortly after his 48th birthday.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

In the book, you will find seven simple ways to train yourself to lead more empathetically. Empathy requires a mind that is open to listening to people’s experiences, stories, and perspectives. When you really listen, you aren’t tempted to jump in and offer advice or make demands. Practice Presence. Listen More, Stay Humble.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 25, 2020

“On the path to success, we trip and lose our footing from time to time. But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch, author of the book, Fail More:Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We We all fail.

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Skip Prichard

AUGUST 31, 2020

After reading the book, I reached out to talk to the authors about their views of leadership today. This taught me the power of relentlessly pursuing a goal and how to leverage your relationships to help you open doors that are shut. You start your book on leadership by talking about the power of focus. The Power of Focus.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 9, 2019

While it’s nice to be able to say that you’re an entrepreneur, it’s an even better feeling to be able to prove to others that you’re a successful business owner. Luckily, you can use the following advice to help you become a better leader and boss so that you can experience a bright and prosperous future. Learn from Others.

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Skip Prichard

JANUARY 6, 2021

Jonas Altman’s book, Shapers: Reinvent the Way You Work and Change Your Future crossed my desk and grabbed my attention. His advice to adopt a mindset of growth, focus on what fulfills you, and embrace new modes of leadership is exactly what many people are looking for during this time of transition and change. Leadership for Tomorrow.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 28, 2019

“On the path to success, we trip and lose our footing from time to time. But stumbling and even falling is the best way to learn from mistakes and is critical to achieving goals,” says Bill Wooditch, author of the book, Fail More:Embrace, Learn, And, Adapt to Failure As A Way To Success. “We We all fail.

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Great Results Team Building

AUGUST 21, 2023

It involves creating a conducive environment that encourages open communication, shared objectives, and a sense of purpose. Let’s explore the four essential ingredients of successful collaboration: PEOPLE: Building Strong Relationships Effective collaboration starts with people.

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Modern Servant Leader

AUGUST 15, 2013

This should be done with open-ended questions, such as, “How is John doing?” Could you recommend some professional development materials like courses or books? 10 tips for providing constructive criticism that are focused on successful coaching. Verify Your Perspective. Have Specific Examples. There you have it.

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Leading Blog

JULY 17, 2023

The anxiety is great fuel for success, and I know that as long as it doesn’t control me, I control it. After all, a room (or Zoom) full of people — on someone else’s advice — are giving you their attention for 20, 30, or even 60 minutes. His new book is The A-ha! Method: Communicating Powerfully in a Time of Distraction.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 13, 2020

W E’VE HEARD that hard work is the secret to success. Laura Huang explains just how to gain that advantage in her insightful and encouraging book, Edge: Turning Adversity into Advantage. You can create your own edge and open doors—wide-open doors—for yourself.”. Delight opens the door, so we can enrich.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 24, 2022

My last post reviewed Arthur’s new book. It’s very well written with Arthur’s openness about his personal struggles, solid research, engaging examples, and practical advice. The book aligns very well with my study and writing about positive psychology and personal vision, values, and purpose.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

The first part of the book discusses how to become a 10x company and attract 10x talent. Making it on the team is the new success.” And of course, this means openness to feedback. At one end is the Success Impulse. Following tough advice is takes real grit, especially when you’re already experiencing some success.”

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 9, 2023

How Work Works is a unique and revelatory guide to understanding and navigating the unwritten rules of the workplace—the key to achieving success, finding meaning, and staying true to your authentic self in today’s business world. Sample questions to ask include: How could I be more open about the decisions I make? Michelle P.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 1, 2023

The other is not taking a risk to apply for a new job or opportunity, believing that they do not have enough experience or skills sets,” according to Christie Hunter Arscott , author of the book, Begin Boldly. My best bit of advice: Ask, don’t assume. Do they have an open-door policy only for some people?

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Skip Prichard

APRIL 8, 2019

If you want to take your leadership to new levels, I highly recommend you start with Kevin Kruse’s new book, Great Leaders Have No Rules. Packed with practical and contrarian advice, you’ll find yourself adopting new practices immediately. Your new book pulled me in immediately from the first pages. Leadership is a superpower.”

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Joseph Lalonde

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

One of the best ways to ensure you are successful as a business owner is to build and cultivate trust. Also, pay careful attention to your finances, budgets, and books, so that you know exactly how much money you have going out and coming in and nothing catches you off guard. . Be Open & Honest .

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2020. That's what Harvard Business School professor Stefan Thomke shows in this rigorously researched and eye-opening book. Clearer, Closer, Better : How Successful People See the World by Emily Balcetis. Life is not what you get out of it.

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Leading Blog

JULY 19, 2021

Acting courageously can help to solve problems, avert disasters and open the doors for opportunities. One of the most important points he makes in the book is that the outcome of your courageous move hinges a great deal on how you behave—how you present it—and your reputation. But if it weren’t risky, it wouldn’t be courageous.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2019

B LACKSTONE chairman, CEO, and co-founder Stephen Schwarzman has written a book about the potential that can be realized when you combine personal responsibility with ambition. He shares the lessons and the opportunities that have come his way as a result of his success. It is inspiring and instructive. Well worth the time to read.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 17, 2013

In honor of President's Day, here's a two-part guest post from Hay Group's Signe Spencer (look for part two tomorrow): I recently read David Hackett Fischer’s Washington’s Crossing , the acclaimed book about the critical early months of the American revolution, including Washington’s crossing of the Delaware River and surprise attack on Trenton.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 24, 2016

Whether you were released or it was an amicable parting keep this brief and honest, don’t fidget just be open, to the point and honest. Employers know this is how their company will be successful and competitive, not by frequently hiring, creating the dreaded ‘revolving door’ and having that stigma attached. Behavioural Questions: .

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Skip Prichard

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

It’s through differentiation that you or your business become successful. I recently spoke with Stan, thought leader, columnist, and business leader about his new book Be Different! The Key to Business and Career Success. The title of your book is Be Different! ” -Stan Silverman. . ” -Stan Silverman.

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The Practical Leader

DECEMBER 6, 2023

The good news for many of us is that our IQ is less important to success and happiness than our EQ (Emotional Quotient or Emotional Intelligence). Many people believe that high IQ and high levels of success and happiness go together. The book is highly readable in bite-sized pieces. Too many are bully bosses.

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Experience to Lead

JUNE 8, 2023

Michael is an author of two best-selling books, a keynote speaker and a thought leader and subject matter adviser. In today’s political, economic and global environments, it is critically important for the success of any organization. Why is diversity and inclusion vital for any organization’s strategic growth?

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Tanveer Naseer

FEBRUARY 7, 2017

In most cases, when we talk about change, the focus is often on the process – of what steps we need to implement to ensure we achieve a successful outcome. In some cases, it can be in how a conversation or an end of a scene is left open to interpretation as to what will happen next.

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Career Advancement

JULY 19, 2021

Now, here are some strategies for developing the mix of skills that will prove essential to success in the coming years. Take classes, and read books and articles by leading experts. Here are a few ways to do that: Use open body language, make eye contact, and smile. Highly specialized knowledge. Practice active listening.

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