Leading Blog

APRIL 15, 2024

B RAD JACOBS, CEO and serial entrepreneur—United Rentals and XPO Logistics—has made and kept a few billion dollars and aims to show us how to do the same in How to Make a Few Billion Dollars. If you resist embracing an imperfect situation today, you might lose the opportunity to capitalize on it tomorrow.”

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CEO Insider

MAY 5, 2023

I have encountered countless CEOs who tell me that employees resist change. While I believe that can be true, Peter Senge shared a quote from an organizational culture strategist in his book, The Fifth Discipline, noting, “People don’t resist change. They resist being changed.”

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 25, 2016

The leading futurist in this field concluded his recommendations by saying, “I believe that every CEO should be assigned a therapist when they take the job.”. In fact, the opposite may happen: the CEO could be the roadblock to the whole transformative process. Fortune 1000 CEOs should be no different. Shocking advice?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

One such case study involves a CEO of a multinational corporation who was facing challenges in leading a diverse global team and navigating the complex dynamics of a rapidly changing business landscape. One common misconception is the belief that coaching is meant for individuals who are struggling or underperforming in their roles.

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N2Growth Blog

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? CEO…that title sounds good doesn’t it? What does a CEO really do anyway? Which hat, or hats do you wear?

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

These evaluations can contribute to stronger boards today that are future-proof and resistant to risk. We understand that you’re looking to solve a business problem with a great CEO hire, and we’re able to find one-to-one matching candidates with a level of speed and precision that no other retained search firm can match.

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leaderCommunicator

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Today, mid-market transactions are dominating as CEOs use a program of both strategic acquisitions and select divestitures to transform their portfolios for the future, reports PwC.

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leaderCommunicator

OCTOBER 11, 2013

Part 2: The Top 3 Problems Leaders Face With Change Resistance & What to Do By: LaMarsh Global A great deal has been written about the impact leadership can have on employees’ decision to change or not to change. If so, c heck out our CEO Resource Center today!' That said, there. And leaders have had too many…. David Grossman. _.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

In 2014, when the company’s market capitalization was $380 billion, this Microsoft veteran took over as CEO. Those who resisted—and many did at first—were often given a stern talking-to by Nadella himself. With few wins in the ledger, the best and the brightest started to leave. For Microsoft, the future looked bleak.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

SEPTEMBER 22, 2010

Thought-full Thursday: Starting From What Is » Resistance and Change – A Personal Experience September 22nd, 2010 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus This is a more personal post than I usually write. The biggest challenge I experienced was that of letting go of my own resistance to accepting that I had something to learn.

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leaderCommunicator

OCTOBER 23, 2013

The CEO of real estate brokerage Redfin was interviewed last week in a fascinating article in USA Today , “Almost getting fired taught CEO of Redfin to learn to change.”. Glenn Kelman recalled when he was summoned to the CEO’s office at a company he founded to be fired. He said after being told he was out, “I cried.

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In the CEO Afterlife

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

In the CEO Afterlife. Formerlife: CEO of Jacobs Suchard (Nabob, Kraft), Strategy/Branding Consultant. © 2011 In the CEO Afterlife. Main menu Home. Leadership. What Ever Happened to the Pepsi Generation? by John • November 20, 2011 • Branding , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. Did you like this?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 20, 2017

I don’t believe I’ll get much push-back on that statement, but I’m rather certain I’ll encounter some resistance with my next one: Increasing velocity of change is best accomplished by slowing down. Most CEOs feel as if they’re in a race to change the future, and they would be correct. I’d develop talent earlier and faster.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

The benefits of succession planning outweigh the costs, in case you’re resistant, too. Avoid the Black Swan Despite the benefits I’ve listed here, leaders still resist or put off succession planning. The post Changes at the Top: CEO Succession Planning appeared first on CO2 Coaching. It is or can be a black swan.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

Resistance to Change: In a rapidly changing business environment, adaptability is paramount. If your organization exhibits resistance to change, clinging to outdated practices and processes, it’s a sign that your culture may need a reset. A revitalized culture rekindles the passion and commitment of your team members.

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leaderCommunicator

AUGUST 21, 2013

It took AOL CEO Tim Armstrong 4 days to apologize for the firing of an employee in front of 1,000 other employees. Once you’ve followed the 5 steps above, resist the urge to keep talking. Get tips on how to master communication as a CEO and more by visiting our CEO Resource Center.' One has to wonder what took so long.

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CO2

MARCH 14, 2013

Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer announced that she was going to put an end to remote working for Yahoo employees in June. When power is exercised without buy-in from a large percentage of employees, leaders are often surprised and chagrined by the amount and nature of resistance they receive. The post Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer Is Wrong!

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Change Starts Here

AUGUST 3, 2016

A program manager was hired into a new position to bring order to chaos, only to discover the CEO didn’t really want to abide by the new process he said he wanted. These are all signs that they have some resistance to their own change initiative. Stand up for yourself and their project. If necessary, negotiate your exit.

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2017

But what do you do in a context that resists change? Launch a “CEO for a Day” forum. Host town meetings with workers from across all levels of your organization to ask what they would do differently if they were CEO for a day. How can a leader initiate and navigate change in a change-averse industry or culture?

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CO2

FEBRUARY 6, 2017

The benefits of succession planning outweigh the costs, in case you’re resistant, too. Despite the benefits I’ve listed here, leaders still resist or put off succession planning. The post Changes at the Top: CEO Succession Planning appeared first on CO2 Partners. Avoid the Black Swan. It is or can be a black swan.

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The Practical Leader

JULY 2, 2012

He was at the centre of the work we and the CEO were doing on culture and leadership development. I believe those employees who are resistant to change because they are negatively orientated in their personalities or wish to harm the organization need to be differentiated from those employees who are offering valid critique.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 9, 2023

Organizations that continue to ignore/resist this shift and try to force old processes are setting themselves up for failure.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Frances Hesselbein, former CEO of the Girl Scouts, says it’s having healthy children, strong families, good schools, decent housing, and work that dignifies. If we let it, the resistance of whiners can help us tap into our curiosity and see from a different point of view. Is the benefit for right now or for the future? To reflect.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 1, 2014

Experienced leaders changing roles, consider the outsider CEO trend. For example, IBM hired Lou Gerstner as CEO in 1990s rather than promoting from within. A few years ago, Ed Whitacre took over as CEO at General Motors even though he had limited experience in the automotive industry. Rookie leaders face a different challenge.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

To better understand the challenges of changing the mindset of employees at an organization, we should identify the factors causing this resistance to change. Not surprisingly, the biggest challenge he faced was changing his colleagues’ mindset to get them on board with the changes.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

Badness is hard to resist , especially contagious when those in charge are the toxic ones. At that same moment, James was meeting with the CEO, learning that his employment was over. Resisting the pull of badness feels lonely and is hard. Toxic people have—and always will—exist. Or don’t do. What a stunning turn of events.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

One common challenge is the resistance to change. Overcoming this resistance requires a delicate balance of open communication, patience, and demonstrating the value and benefits that board advisor coaching can bring. Another challenge is the need for more alignment and buy-in from key organizational stakeholders.

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CEO Insider

DECEMBER 16, 2022

One facet that has proven surprisingly resistant to change, however, is companies’ approach to paid time off (PTO). Many aspects of the workplace have evolved in the past century, with some accelerating in the past few years, catalyzed by the massive workplace disruptions wrought by the COVID pandemic. appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 20, 2014

Guest post from August Turak : The main reason why transformation fails is because organizations are very resistant to change, especially in organizations where powerful executives have their own interests and territory. My company sold software and resistance to change was our biggest objection. How do you overcome that?

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Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 6, 2021

To breathe new life into cooperation and collaboration on your team, take time to connect with people on a personal level and resist the inclination to skip time spent in conversation getting to know the people you are responsible for leading or who are your teammates. Two Simple Practices You Can Use in Virtual Meetings.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

One Stanford study revealed that while two-thirds of CEOs say they don’t receive any leadership advice, almost 100% of them want it and welcome executive coaching. The late Steve Jobs, co-founder and CEO of Apple, reportedly used coaching to improve his leadership style, identify and correct his gaps, and continuously improve himself.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Disregard or dismiss: Even if the feedback seems unfamiliar or contradictory to your self-perception, resist the urge to disregard it outright. Defensive reactions can hinder understanding and close the door to growth. Instead, take a moment to absorb the feedback before responding.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 23, 2020

W HEN David Cote became CEO of Honeywell in February of 2002, the company was a train wreck. The resistance to the winning now, winning later mindset often comes from the leadership and not the frontline staff because they live the consequences of short-term think every day. When he took over, Honeywell was plagued by short-termism.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 7, 2012

Image source The first thing Jim Parker, former CEO Southwest Airlines, said when I asked him to share the advice he most frequently gives leaders is, “Be yourself.” “I’m I’m just being me,” can, however, mask stubbornness, resistance, and justify mediocrity. On the other hand, adapting is essential to long-term success.

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 3, 2013

Today my thoughts are focused on one part of that lesson, the “6 most important words”, triggered by the recent firing of Groupon CEO Andrew Mason. But it’s a pull that must be resisted. Because if we do admit that we can be (and are) wrong, then our teammates, bosses and peers will think less of us.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2011

Resist making verbal commitments : Most misunderstandings occur as a result of improper interpretation of oral communications. Where possible resist formalizing agreements, proposals, or other commitments until you have alignment on key expectations and deliverables.

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CO2

JUNE 14, 2023

I need to restructure my business — I ’ m thinking of eliminating my acquisitions team, ” said the CEO of a large professional services firm. Like many of the CEOs whom I coach, he was anxious in this pandemic and had a hard time thinking of any other question other than, “ How do I cut costs? ”

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