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OCTOBER 1, 2010

In today’s post I’ll deal with a skill set that all successful CEOs excel at…managing board relations. link] Rob Hiliard Mike: Priceless and savvy advice – If only I’d had this insight early on in my career as a CEO I would have been spared a lot of pain and suffering.

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JULY 8, 2010

While I appreciate the great oratory skills of those who communicate using wonderful word pictures, or the academics who can wax eloquent while always using the best form of prose, I prefer my business communication to be quick and dirty. Brevity is rare because it takes both skill and effort to simplify the complex. Our Freedom.

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AUGUST 9, 2010

Even the most savvy CEO may have blind spots in his or her skill sets, core competencies, or voids in the org chart which can also cause blind spots. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I could go with this line of thinking, but I’ll assume that the point has been sufficiently made. Our Freedom.

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JANUARY 21, 2011

They often don’t possess the skill sets to add value to the initiatives they want to control. This type of behavior is proof certain that the entrepreneur is not being effective at leading, team building, delegation, leveraging process and a variety of other highest and best use activities for CEOs. Original post by leadershipcoach [.]

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

If you find that you lack skill sets and competencies in certain areas seek out mentors and coaches to shore-up your weaknesses, and more importantly, use your professional advisors to assist you in leveraging your strengths. Want to find out? Section III: Strategy. Section VI: Persuasiveness. They lead by serving as opposed to intimidating.

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DECEMBER 1, 2010

Sadly, the reality is messaging is so impactful that it will often times have a greater impact on your career than your performance. I have witnessed on numerous occasions CEOs with average, or even sub-par performance histories fare well because they possessed great messaging skills. Your thoughts are incredibly thought provoking.

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OCTOBER 20, 2010

Someone who has consistently experienced success in leadership roles has a much better chance of success than someone who has not. Poor Communication Skills : Show me a leader with poor communication skills and I’ll show you someone who will be short-lived in their position.

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JULY 26, 2010

Those professionals that have self respect, and demonstrate a true respect for others regardless of their station in life, are much more likely to be successful over the long-term than those that use the tactics of disrespect to humiliate and intimidate. link] rashmin I agree with what you are saying !!

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JANUARY 3, 2011

My question is this…since when have fear and avoidance become prerequisites for success as a CEO? If change and innovation weren’t key contributors to sustainable success, and the enterprise could just run on auto-pilot, you could replace the CEO with a General Manager. The fact is that business is not a static endeavor.

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APRIL 25, 2010

These companies have placed themselves far behind the technology curve because tenured managers hire employees with obsolete skill sets and together they create mediocre solutions. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. the company is not leveraging its true talent base. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 14, 2010

mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Thanks for sharing this information. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtPetty @Leadershipfreak @jdregan @.

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JUNE 29, 2010

Turning the other cheek, compromise, forgiveness, compassion, empathy, finding common ground, being an active listener, service above self, and numerous other approaches will always allow one to be successful in building rapport if the underlying desire is strong enough. Thanks for commenting and best wishes for continued success.

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JUNE 14, 2010

The most successful companies incorporate disruptive thinking into all of their business and management practices to gain distinctive competitive value propositions. Does your organization focus more on process than success? Then, we have the challenge to make our changes less threatening, so productive communication skills are a must.

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MARCH 14, 2018

I asked each of these leaders a single question about healthy leadership: What healthy habits do you attribute to your success as a leader? These 3 areas of health are critical to your success and I’m glad to see a recurring theme among the answers. Healthy Habits Of Successful Leaders. Michael Hyatt.

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MARCH 31, 2010

In today’s post I’ll examine how managing appearances can have a substantial impact on your personal brand and your success. In a perfect world professionals would only be judged solely on their character, skill sets, competencies, and performance. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 8, 2010

link] ATIG Thanks to all, My understanding was not good and hope have better skill. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. People then accept the use of the words with some humour (and simulated eye rolling), and I get my point across without alienating anyone. Differing views are always sought in this forum.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

Making sound decisions is a skill set that needs to be developed like any other. As a person that works with CEOs and entrepreneurs on a daily basis I can tell you with great certainty that all leaders are not created equal when it comes to the competency of their decisioning skills. Our Freedom.

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APRIL 5, 2010

It was at this precise moment that I came to understand that the most important factor in determining whether or not something will be successful is who is charged with the responsibility for making it happen. However, even in these circumstances personal leadership is still at the forefront of the success.

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AUGUST 11, 2010

Developing effective conflict resolution skill sets are an essential component of a building a sustainable business model. It is one of those skills that I have to keep aware of – keep working on. Unresolved conflict often results in a loss of productivity, stifles creativity, and creates barriers to cooperation.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

Best wishes for continued success Marlyn. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Marlyn~ [link] mikemyatt Thanks for the comment Marlyn. My suspicion is that your choices have made you an effective leader and one well regarded by your team. Have they been fudging their research for years? Our Freedom.

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JULY 6, 2010

Great CEOs possess the ability to refine their thinking and leadership skills to reflect the evolving needs of the enterprise and the changing global business climate. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. M [link] mikemyatt Thanks Mark…always appreciate your kind words and support. Our Freedom.

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DECEMBER 22, 2010

When you develop the skill to transform negative conflict into creative tension is when you will begin to earn and hold the respect of even those individuals who don’t agree with your positions. Respecting the right to differ while being productive is a concept that all successful executives and entrepreneurs master.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2010

Understanding and implementing the concept of “ actionable leadership &# is a major key to success in becoming a great CEO. While I have experienced more casual approaches and more muted personalities in leadership roles, to the one, successful leaders are all still action oriented. Thanks for stopping by and sharing.

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JANUARY 6, 2011

Rather than just kill something with a quick no, a good leader uses every adverse scenario as a development opportunity to help people advance their critical thinking and decisioning skills. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I couldn’t disagree more…&# – Read article [.] Our Freedom.

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OCTOBER 10, 2010

I listened to esteemed business school professors, two Nobel laureates, bestselling authors, and some of the world’s most successful CEOs. Thanks for laying out key success factors. The lie = success is about doing/being the best you can be. Success will come if you pursue excellence. Adjustments or adjournment.

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NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Just because someone says something doesn’t mean it’s true…Moreover just because “Company A&# had success with a certain initiative doesn’t mean that “Company B&# can plug-and-play the same process and expect the same outcome. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom.

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NOVEMBER 17, 2010

link] Del Williams I don't think online is to blame, but poor people skills. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. I think we need to wonder whether we'd like to be helped or tweeted about if we're in a compromised situation. This generation is weak in many ways. The worst part was that 30% have none.

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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. Watching how she instructs and interacts with the children in her class, I am reminded of many of the important skills a leader needs to demonstrate. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci.

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DECEMBER 28, 2010

Regardless of where you are in your life and your career, I can promise you one thing; you will consistently be faced with challenges and obstacles along the way. So, do you have the skills and perspective to thrive under pressure and to succeed, or will you implode when faced with a challenge?

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DECEMBER 30, 2010

Over the years I’ve come to believe that there is only one sure fire litmus test for measuring leadership success, and to the chagrin of many reading this post, it has little to do with what happens on the job. Think About Your Legacy: Create a legacy that transcends your career.

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JULY 20, 2010

Leaders who rest on their laurels without making the effort to develop their skills will eventually be overtaken by those who view leadership as a professional skill to be developed and refined. Before we move on, and as a caution to those who are natural leaders, natural ability will only take you so far.

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JANUARY 9, 2011

Communication skills are so essential for leaders that it is simply impossible to become a great leader without being a great communicator. Oddly enough, the key to becoming a skillful communicator is rarely found in what has been taught in the world of academia. Communicate more effectively.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Let the attacks begin – I’ll publish any comments that are civil… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] MAPping Company Success [.] As a member of the the class white men in business you are part of a privileged group that long ago set the criteria for success and excellence.

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OCTOBER 21, 2010

You see, the most important item to understand is that success as a leader has very little to do with your perception, but rather it has everything to do with the perception of others. Regardless, you are probably not destined for success in leadership. When it comes to authentic, transparent discourse, motivations matter.

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OCTOBER 6, 2010

Some of the nuggets that Jim did disseminate were as follows: Success that translates in hubris leads to failure. Most overnight successes are 20 years in the making. Don’t waste time trying to be successful, spend time being useful. Best wishes for continued success to you and your associates. More power!

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SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Whether you like it or not, your success as a CEO will be largely tied to your team building ability. How will we measure them, and what hurdles do we need to hit to be successful? What are your biggest obstacles and barriers to success? And I can assure you that any CEO who views him/herself as an army of one will fail.

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SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

Even more impressive is that some of the most successful leaders throughout history were known to read one book every single day. Abraham Lincoln who only had one year of formal education credited his appetite for reading with his success. Did you know that the average American only reads one book a year? Do I have your attention yet?

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