Strategy Driven

JUNE 5, 2019

In fear-based cultures, the educational backgrounds of C-suite leaders can disproportionately favor finance and accounting, which causes organizations to be hyper-analytical and risk-averse. When leaders rule through fear, even smart mistakes are punished swiftly and harshly, creating a play-it-safe-at-all-costs environment.

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Leadership Human Resources Consultative Finance 57

HR Digest

DECEMBER 8, 2020

A management analyst helps an organization reduce costs, increase revenue, and become more profitable. Operations research analysts are high-level problem-solvers who use data mining, statistical analysis and mathematical modeling to develop solutions that help businesses and organizations operate more efficiently and cost-effectively.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

Avoid controversy, maintain a high likeability factor, consistently and proactively engage your customers, be a business of character that engenders trust and confidence with your target market(s), produce a quality product or service at a competitive price point, and provide great customer service. must all reflect high standards of quality.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

I think loyalty cost us nothing, yet delivers great reward to a team. I would like to add Calmness and Tranquility as qualities that I have seen great leaders possess. Recognition takes no skill and costs nothing. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. I would like to add one. Trustworthy comes to mind.

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Blog Leadership Loyalty Self-aware 412

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

That being said, while N2growth believes the websites and blogs listed below offer valuable and relevant content we make no representation as to quality or type of service you may receive from them as they are in fact third party resources. The N2growth Blog is pleased to announce its inclusion in the list. N2 is a proud member of Linked-In.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

When you think of Apple you immediate think of a company that has built a strong brand around quality design. Largely due to the iPod’s strong integrated design qualities it is the dominant brand in its class, commands a pricing premium, and has developed an extremely loyal and satisfied customer base.

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QAspire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

That choice of living a remarkable life starts with waking up to our current realities, setting your terms for the unconventional life, challenging the status quo, undertaking contrarian adventures, building serious competence, organizing your personal finances, living in possibilities and thinking about your legacy now. Don’t Kill It!

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Review Godin Blog Directory 146

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

I have only raised my voice in the workplace twice during my career and both times I have regretted it tremendously. Resist the temptation to give way to emotional decisioning and you’ll see your career and company soar to new heights of success. You brought out on of the most important quality of great leaders.

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Blog Leadership Emotional Intelligence CEO 419

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

One should know about himself and realize the quality of leadership skills within him. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Also, if you have any suggestions for future guest posts or interviews, please share them as well. Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Amie Wilson Thanks for your post. Our Freedom.

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Leadership Blog Brand Consultative 353

N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

While arrogant people can and often do succeed in business, I believe that it comes at a great personal and professional cost. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Arrogance rarely results in lasting relationships built on a foundation of loyalty and trust. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

Blog 419

Blog Loyalty Long-term Brand 419

N2Growth Blog

MARCH 23, 2010

The focus of these short-sighted bean counters incorrectly place cost savings ahead of the customer experience. Howard Schultz is known to show-up at various Starbucks locations and stand in line to order a coffee to measure the quality of his experience. Richard Branson is a frequent passenger on Virgin flights.

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Blog CRM Management Brand 304

Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 7, 2018

What we found, while collecting case studies for our book Reverse Innovation in Health Care , is that these doctors are not just medical experts; they also have other qualities that make them very effective leaders. And because they are first-rate doctors, they never lose sight of quality.

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Quality Health Care Govindarajan Innovation 9

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 14, 2010

This doesn’t just mean hire a top producer, or the candidate who graduated from the best business school, but rather hire a quality individual that is a person of integrity & character, whose values are in alignment with the organizations core values, and who also happens to be talented. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

Of the legions of not so great leaders you’ve encountered over the years, how many of them were absent of these qualities? While being motivated solely by conquest may allow you to achieve a stated goal or objective, the cost will be great. They resist at all costs letting that dreaded public display of compassion slip out.

Blog 419

Blog Leadership Brand Reputation 419

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

Tenure Kills Brands : As an organization expands and continues to promote mediocre talent up through the ranks, you’ll notice that growth will eventually slow, quality and customer service suffer, and eventually these negative attributes will be reflected in declining brand equity. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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Loyalty Blog Brand Follow-up 419

Chartered Management Institute

MAY 3, 2023

In terms of solutions, Ann emphasised the need for employers to promote women proportionately through the ranks, offer flexible working solutions for those on career breaks and create sponsorship programs that cater to women from diverse backgrounds. She discussed the issue on LBC News with Martin Stanford.

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Policies Article Skills Learning-by-Doing 121

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

Trust is the foundation of all other qualities of influence. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Ultimately the best way to insure your staff has influence is to model the correct behaviors and to make sure that you mentor them in said behaviors as well. Thanks for stopping by David. Our Freedom.

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Influence Blog How To Brand 375

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

If we don't have strong evidence in your hand nothing even with the greatest Storry teiling or big media because the quality is the sign of your good substance. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. If you fail in communication, you can delegate to other how are better than us. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Wishing you memorable quality time with your loved ones. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Believe me Mike, we must create a environment for any things and we have always some limitations. Thank you for your post Mike. link] ATIG Have a wonderful Christmas. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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Blog Leadership Brand Consultative 418

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Labeling something as Best Practices is not a substitute for wisdom, discernment, discretion, subject matter expertise, intellect, creativity or any of the other qualities I value in an advisor. Cost cutting and process improvements always have their place, but on their own accord don't constitute a sustainable business model.

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Blog Outsourcing Competitive Advantage Innovation 334

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

While optimism is generally a great quality for a CEO to possess, there is a point at which unbridled optimism can disconnect a person from reality. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. They will believe what they want to believe regardless of what they hear or what they observe. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2010

Post frequency is an often debated topic, but how often you post isn’t as important as meeting whatever commitment you make, and doing so with quality content. A simple cost/benefit or risk/reward analysis should indicate whether your effort will be of value to you, and even if it is not of value to you, it may be to others.

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Blog Content Media Brand 345

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

If your organization is not thriving and growing, then the first thing that should occur is a long look in the mirror…Begin your triage by first evaluating your leadership qualities or the lack thereof. It has a very real cost and when things go bad walking the talk can be very painful and very expensive. Our Freedom.

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Loyalty Blog Leadership Brand 417

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

If what you’re seeking is lasting relationships, long-term success, and a better quality of life (in and out of the workplace) then you’ll be well served to forgo the pompous acts of the arrogant, and substitute the humility and quiet confidence displayed by true leaders. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo.

Blog 419

Blog Leadership Servant Leader Long-term 419

N2Growth Blog

MAY 26, 2010

On the heels of being inspired by watching the character and quality of the individuals who graduated with my son, yesterday my wife and I had the opportunity to visit The Alamo. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. All Rights Reserved

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Leadership Gordon Blog Brand 284

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 17, 2018

Nearly all physicians take on significant leadership responsibilities over the course of their career, but unlike any other occupation where management skills are important, physicians are neither taught how to lead nor are they typically rewarded for good leadership. Creating better outcomes at reduced cost. STOCK4B-RF/Getty Images.

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Training Leadership Health Care Education 10

Women on Business

SEPTEMBER 2, 2011

On the surface this savings looks good to many companies, but as soon as the economy turns around these services are going to go back to the increased costs they deserve and then what? I know that there are a million things that we can do ourselves and as small businesses we often look to cut costs that way.

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Cost Price Bottom-up Quality 150

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

While the aforementioned qualities are certainly admirable, they are only valuable if they influence or create action. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Taking action always begings with one simple act – making a decision. Do you have great vision? Are you a master of strategy? Our Freedom.

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Blog Learning-by-Doing CEO Strategy 387

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 5, 2010

They are admirable qualities so long as they don’t take precedence over, ignore, or contradict truth. A generic thought, ambivalence, attempting to fly under the radar, and mediocre performance will place you squarely in my cross hairs and may cost you your job. These characteristics should be present in all human beings.

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Politics Blog Leadership Diversity 375

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

I have been generally well regarded throughout my career for building extremely effective teams, and what I can share with you is that team building is not about equality at all. mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Parenting (done well) and leadership have much in common. Our Freedom. All Rights Reserved

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Consensus Team Building Blog Team 388

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2016

That leaves most organizations lacking a clear total workforce perspective and no integrated strategy to engage workers at the right time, cost, and contractual arrangement. HR systems emphasize long-term relationships and high performance, with big investments in selection and development, amortized over a long career.

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Strategy Span of Control Finance How To 8

Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 3, 2013

Even if an employee likes the company, a negative relationship with a manager will impact the quality of the employee’s work life ultimately leading to a loss in productivity or complete loss of the employee. Now she writes about business and finance and finds her work-life balance far more enjoyable.

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Motivation Environment Servant Leader Competitive Advantage 59

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 15, 2017

It’s exciting to consider all the ways our lives may improve, from managing our calendars to making medical diagnoses, but it’s scary to consider the social and personal implications — and particularly the implications for our careers. Consultants, too, can only experience so many company transformations over their careers.

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Emotional Intelligence Consultative Learning-by-Doing Career 15

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

mikemyatt: RT @thinkBIG_blog: Cheap always costs you mo. Great work… [link] davidburkus Good list. I'm not sure Godin's work classifies as leadership…though I do read it every day, it's more for marketing tips and deep thoughts. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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Blog Leadership Follow-up Media 411

Women on Business

JANUARY 24, 2011

One half of building business is supplying quality products or services; the other half is skill in building relationships. Many career-enhancing activities can develop from carefully chosen volunteer-based projects. For long-term relationship-building, be sure that your values and those of your clients mesh. Practice frugality.

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Press Release Discount Sharpe Advertising 100

Harvard Business Review

MAY 31, 2017

The potential to improve customer service while lowering costs makes this one of the most exciting areas of opportunity. By combining historical customer service data, natural language processing, and algorithms that continuously learn from interactions, customers can ask questions and get high-quality answers. Automating finance.

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Process Company Supply Chain Software 10

Harvard Business Review

MARCH 14, 2017

These two actions cost almost nothing compared to vast sums often spent — and arguably, often wasted — on efforts to foster innovation. This occurs despite the fact that the reasons for failure frequently have less to do with the quality of the teams working on the programs and more to do with the underlying science.

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