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Hire People with Common Sense and Good Critical Judgement

Great Leadership By Dan

Guest post by Stan Silverman : During a recent event to launch my book, Be Different! I described an experience early in my career while serving as national sales manager for one of my company’s operating divisions. My boss, who had the authority to order the recall and the CEO of the company were traveling and were unreachable.

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Be Different! The Key to Business and Career Success

Skip Prichard

That’s what Stan Silverman has preached in his hundreds of columns for years. ” -Stan Silverman. ” -Stan Silverman. These leaders never micro-manage. The CEO is responsible for tone and culture. It’s through differentiation that you or your business become successful. Become a Preferred Provider.

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How to Build Trust with Those You Lead

Strategy Driven

These views are based on over four decades of serving in the trenches advancing through 11 jobs to the position of CEO of a global company, and observing other leaders serving on numerous public, private, private equity and nonprofit boards. Stan Silverman is founder and CEO of Silverman Leadership and author of Be Different!

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How Etsy Found Its Purpose and Crafted a Turnaround

Harvard Business Review

CEO Josh Silverman’s purpose-driven turnaround at Etsy made the company profitable and improved its social and environmental impact.

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An Interview with Peak Performance Expert David Silverman

HR Digest

Former Navy SEAL, David Silverman discusses the role of establishing a shared sense of purpose in non-executive teams. That’s why CEOs of many organizations established executive teams – a group of senior leaders who work together to define goals and ensure everyone keeps them in mind. The SEAL Teams are like being a part of a family.

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HBR's Most Popular Blog Posts of 2011

Harvard Business Review

by David Silverman. Silverman's basic philosophy on cover letters? Better Time Management Is Not the Answer. Management is chaotic by nature. Penney's new CEO on how to create an irresistible retail experience. Important advice for smart people (and their parents and managers). Don't bother. by Ron Johnson.

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19 Key Leadership Competencies & Behaviors from 29 Top Experts

Miles Anthony Smith

What is the number #1 book you recommend for learning how to become a better leader (boss/manager or leading self)? Not only does it provide tools and resources for those transitioning into a leadership role, it also includes development strategies for management teams who are overseeing the growth of new leaders.