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Make Your Work Resolutions Stick

Harvard Business Review

“It’s important to have focus,” says Joseph Weintraub, the founder and faculty director of the Babson Coaching for Leadership and Teamwork Program. Susan has grown revenue over 100% CAGR since she took over, and the company has nearly 400 employees. “You need to set the right goals within the right timeframe.”

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Case Study: Challenge the Boss or Stand Down?

Harvard Business Review

We've realized a 10% CAGR over the past five years, and corporate expects this division to continue to be a growth engine. You're thinking like a lone-gun account executive when you should be focusing on regional strategy development, teamwork, and clear communications up and down the chain of command.