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APRIL 9, 2010

Let me make my position very clear…design absolutely matters. While this position may seem a bit harsh, it is nonetheless true. I could go on ad nauseum with similar questions, but my guess is that you get my point… Now let’s examine the flip-side of the coin by looking at the positives associated with strong design.

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AUGUST 26, 2010

Therefore any items that don’t constitute $375 dollar an hour work that can be leveraged down to someone with a lower hourly rate provides positive arbitrage both in terms of cost savings and time recovered for higher and better use activities. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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OCTOBER 22, 2010

Are you approachable, positive, affable, trustworthy, a person of character and integrity, or are you someone who is standoffish, pessimistic and generally not to be trusted? link] mikemyatt Well said Greg – as with most things in life, maintaining a balance creates a positive outcome.

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JANUARY 21, 2011

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Entrepreneur, CEO or Both? Which hat, or hats do you wear? CEO…that title sounds good doesn’t it?

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JANUARY 20, 2011

They would take the position that gossip is just part of human nature, and that gossip will always exist in any type of environment where social dynamics are present. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. The old saying “it is what it is” is only true until you decide to make a difference. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 11, 2010

Opposing positions, competitive tensions, power struggles, ego, pride, jealousy, performance discrepancies, compensation issues, just someone having a bad day, etc. Case in point…have you ever witnessed an employee throw a fit of rage and resign their position in the heat of the moment? So, what creates conflict in the workplace?

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. Case in point…have you ever witnessed an employee throw a fit of rage and resign their position in the heat of the moment? Make decisions based upon the big picture, and never based upon heat of the moment emotions.

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JULY 6, 2010

The most rewarding thing for me is always when I receive a message from a person that tells me that I’ve made a positive difference in their life. This is a dangerous position for anyone who loses perspective. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. but everything to do with helping people. Our Freedom.

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JANUARY 10, 2011

Leaders and non-leaders alike need career-pathing, training and development. Organizations short on leadership talent find themselves in such a position for a reason… current leadership failed to lead. He ended up being voted out and complained that "if only they put me in a leadership position things would have been different."

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JUNE 29, 2010

Just having a definition for what constitutes acceptable behavior is a positive step in containing the crazies. Understanding the WIIFM Factor : Understanding the other person’s WIIFM (What’s In It For Me) position is critical. If conflict does flare up, you will likely minimize its severity by dealing with it quickly.

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I’m not suggesting that leaders should be robotic or static in approach – quite to the contrary. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

The harsh reality is that great numbers of leaders continue to operate in a vacuum by sequestering themselves away in the corner office and attempting to lead from afar. Trust me when I tell you that being out of touch is never a good position to find yourself in as the CEO. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Positive Attitude : To the one, the best leaders I’ve ever known all smile, listen, engage, have a positive outlook, and have a high energy level. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL.

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APRIL 20, 2010

The world has changed, and if you haven’t adjusted your messaging, positioning, communications, and engagement strategies accordingly, your brand will suffer. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Broadcast vs. Social: It is also critical to understand the difference between broadcast and social media.

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DECEMBER 21, 2010

As a CEO you have the ability to influence positive changes, and to make contributions well beyond those who have not been afforded the same opportunities, and it would be nothing short of tragic for you not to clearly understand this. The politician in pursuit of his/her goal will live in infamy or insignificance.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

The simple truth is that many people can feign adequate leadership ability in the short run, but the 8 traits outlined below will seperate the posers from the players 11 times out of 1o… First of all, it is important to realize that just because someone is in a leadership position doesn’t necessarily mean they should be.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Gut instincts can only take you so far in life, and anyone who operates outside of a sound decisioning framework will eventually fall prey to an act of oversight, misinformation, misunderstanding, manipulation, impulsivity or some other negative influencing factor. Being a leader means being in a position of special trust and responsibility.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

Great leaders understand how to manage conflict and close positional gaps. Leaders who operate behind a veil of secrecy are only setting themselves up for a rude awakening. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Section VI: Persuasiveness. They lead by serving as opposed to intimidating. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 14, 2010

The fact that character and integrity showed as poorly as they did in the survey, is proof positive for why the corporate workplace struggles with talent management. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

Whether paid work or a volunteer role within a church, placing people in positions where they can maximize their strengths, know that they are truly valued and that they play a significant role in fulfilling the vision will go a long way towards preventing burn out and loosing incentive. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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JUNE 14, 2010

Why did American auto-makers lose their once dominant position to their European and Asian counterparts? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Why didn’t Folgers recognize the retail consumer demand for coffee and develop a Starbucks type business model? Why didn’t IBM see Dell coming? Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

My suspicion is your best memories are of those teachers who inspired you, encouraged you, brought out your passion, and challenged you in a positive fashion. Sad but true…real talent won’t be attracted to, or remain engaged with leaders who operate on fear-based tactics.

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MARCH 31, 2010

Disingenuous and insincere positioning may get your foot in the door, but when the door slams into your backside as your engagement or relationship blows-up, don’t say I didn’t warn you… Thoughts? mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 5, 2010

One of the reasons I think some organizations end up charging sub-par leaders with mission critical objectives is that leaders of projects are all too often chosen based on position in their hierarchy. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Far too often people end up rising the ladder only to find them in position for which they are ill prepared. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. A critical part of the talent management life-cycle is leadership development. This is one of the dimensions people are often ill prepared. Our Freedom.

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DECEMBER 5, 2010

Just like an algebraic formula, business also functions according to rules governing order of operations. Goal: Take that hill – Objectives: taking out the bunkers, machine gun nests, and other fortified positions that stand in your way of taking the hill. Tactics: the methods and means by which you assail the objectives.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

One of the worst things a leader can do is to let their ego write checks their talent can’t cash… Humility is actually the trait that magnifies all other positive attributes. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Without humility all of a leader’s other strengths become diminished if not invisible.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

A constant stream of “no’s&# is not a positive sign, it’s a warning sign that needs to be heeded. But a leader has to be able to grow other leaders, no matter what their title and position. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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MAY 26, 2010

I strongly recommend to all business leaders that they learn to develop a command presence, and lead from a committed and passionate position of strength through service. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. If you’re passionate about something it means you care so much that it hurts. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

I have actually come to cringe every time I hear a so called expert use the phrase in an authoritarian manner as a justification for the position they happen to be evangelizing. Their core is the design and the idea, the operating system, plus the network environment such as iTunes. As an example, Look at Apple! But manufacturing?

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

The churches I had previously worked with operated from the the philosophy this is church, and if people want it they will come. I look at incremental improvements as a necessary part of day-to-day operations, and a necessary component of keeping things current. It transformed my business and career.

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AUGUST 5, 2010

That said, buckle-up and join me for a ride as we journey into the politically incorrect mind of Mike Myatt… The institutionalization of “Politically Correct Thinking&# in the corporate world has done more to harm operating businesses than just about any other social and/or cultural influence in recent times.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

If you choose voyeurism over real relationships you have precariously positioned yourself on a very slippery slope. There is much to ponder in the realms of privacy, intimacy, responsibility, and community and the affect of Social Media on all of them like so many "things" can be either positive or negative. Our Freedom.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

You can follow Seth on Twitter @ThisIsSethsBlog Alexa Rank : 4,876 Google Page Rank : 7 PostRank Leadership Score : N/A Number of Posts in last 30 days : 35 TwitterGrader Score : 100 The Management Experts : If you’re looking for a positive spin on leadership then look no further than Phil Gerbyshak. And LeaderLab at [link]. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 12, 2010

A lack of clarity, the presence of ambiguity, obviously flawed business logic, or constantly shifting priorities/positions are the death of many a venture. 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.

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DECEMBER 16, 2010

He had a successful career in ministry and was in good churches, but he felt God calling him to this assignment. When he told me how long he had been working there, I noted that he had been in a position to see a lot of history come through the doors. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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SEPTEMBER 9, 2010

Soon enough, the remarkable generation of soldiers who have fought for America in the aftermath of 9/11 will also achieve positions and platforms from which they can share their hard-earned wisdom and insights. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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