N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

True self-confidence is reflected in a person’s deeds and actions, and not in their ability to boast. I would much rather listen to the self-deprecating humor of a confident person making fun of themselves than the mean spirited attacks of an arrogant person waged at someone else’s expense.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

How many times over the years have you witnessed otherwise savvy professionals self-destruct because they wouldn’t engage out of a fear of conflict? Real leaders don’t play favorites, don’t get involved in drama, and they certainly don’t tolerate manipulative, self-serving behavior.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2010

I want to be clear that I’m not advocating for form over substance, extreme self-indulgence, narcissism, or masking insecurity by the trappings you surround yourself with. link] theesuite Be comfortable in your own skin and aware of your surroundings – I'm on board with that. Well done, Mike. Keep them coming.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2010

Sad but true…real talent won’t be attracted to, or remain engaged with leaders who operate on fear-based tactics. I've often said that the greatest pleasure as well as the greatest burden of leadership are associated with the sacrifice required by those who place service above self.

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N2Growth Blog

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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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

The reality is that we need to demonstrate an awareness of our differences if we are to truly gain the benefit of introducing people of diverse backgrounds, experiences, and subsequently ideas into our workplace. This is a leadership issue in which diversity, and the awareness of it, will play a key role in the development of future leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 17, 2010

link] mikemyatt Hi Mark: You make some great points – the best of which is being aware of how social media/networking impacts your family. I also love the Burke quote – one of my favorites…Thanks again for sharing Mike. I have but no doubt you'd have been the first person to rush to Bll Nye's side.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2010

He is also founder of Orphan Epidemic, a nonprofit created to bring awareness to orphans all over the world. He had a successful career in ministry and was in good churches, but he felt God calling him to this assignment. but you’ll not find that here. but you’ll not find that here. He lives everyday in a dangerous environment.

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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. STOCK4B-RF/Getty Images. Medicine involves leadership.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 24, 2011

But many businesswomen are so overwhelmed with running day-to-day operations, there is little or no time to do a good job at casting the net of promotional effort out—whether through community activities, donations, networking events, promotional campaigns, public relations initiatives, or advertising—it is NEVER enough!

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 20, 2016

Once you’ve answered questions about four key areas — work, home, community, self — Wharton professor Stewart Friedman provides practical guidance and a useful exercise for addressing the critical gaps. Yet even seasoned, cosmopolitan managers often have oversimplified ideas about how other cultures operate.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 4, 2014

Previously it focused on quantitative analysis in areas such as finance and operations, with little emphasis on other aspects of organizational life. No career paths absolutely require an MBA—it’s an optional degree and is nothing like a JD, an MD or the other credentials that professions such as law and medicine make mandatory.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 15, 2013

As gerajohm commented, "The best executives I have met have had a great understanding of how to use technology to gain competitive advantage and improve operations. Unless I pointed out the topic, many of the IT people were generally unaware or just tangentially aware. Multiple roles, one company versus one role, multiple companies.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2011

It is the ability to develop a keen external awareness that separates the truly great communicators from those who muddle through their interactions with others. It has been my experience that the number one thing that great communicators have in common is that they possess a heightened sense of situational and contextual awareness.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

Intellectual elitists are by-in-large braggarts that acquire knowledge (or feign possession thereof) for public acclaim and their own self-promotion. If you acquire knowledge, yet choose not to use it for the benefit of others then you’re not a leader, you’re self indulgent. are all critical to your success.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2010

I’m not suggesting that you ignore your perception, subordinate your perception, or change your perception, but I am strongly suggesting that you take the time to both be aware of, and understand the perceptions of others. What I’ve just espoused has nothing to with compromising your values or being disingenuous.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 17, 2010

For C1400 this is not a style as much as some areas for reflection ( they call it a “code&# ) and are Awareness, Focus, Creativity, Integrity, Perseverance and Service. The bottom line for C1400 is to help young people from “tough realities&# to reflect on their personal leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 30, 2010

The problem with many sales organizations is that they still operate with the same principles and techniques they were using in the 60′s, 70’s and 80’s. Otherwise you will likely miss substantial opportunities without even being aware of it. It’s about meeting customer needs and adding value.

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 10, 2012

What if you upgraded your IT network to a new operating system that promised faster, better and leaner results — only to find that the vast majority of your leaders did not have the necessary competencies to use that new system? Self-awareness allows leaders to summon the patience to manage the complexities of the matrix.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2010

Okay, let me see if I understand this…a good coach doesn’t necessarily need any experience, but if they’re a really good listener, can restate what their client tells them, and ask a few good questions, then they can miraculously lead a client to the ah-ha moment that transforms their life and their career.

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