Lead on Purpose

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

In our modern society, it’s becoming increasingly difficult for those of us in leadership positions take time out for ourselves. Working out produces endorphins, chemicals in the brain that promote a sense of well-being and confidence. All these factors are doubly important for people in leadership positions.

Leadership 182

Leadership Mayo Chemicals Learning-by-Doing 182

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 13, 2022

” Values-based leadership. ” This extends to being active participants in each of the regions in which they operate. For instance, chemical giant Dow has been focusing its efforts on environmentally friendly construction and industrial safety. Focus on operational efficiencies. Recognize an added value.

Cooper 114

Cooper Long-term Politics Energy 114

CO2

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

The idea is to engage both sides of the brain , to increase innovation. The answers to one-footed questions provide facts to engage, but fails to engage the person or apply innovations. Foot Two might add: … and how will these tools jumpstart active participation for your next meeting ? Boring to boot! UK, Chile and Mexico.

Chemicals 79

Chemicals Innovation Learning-by-Doing Motivation 79

Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 6, 2012

So it's no surprise that GE, P&G and IBM occupy the top three spots in Hay Group's seventh annual Best Companies for Leadership (BCL) ranking. Our study clearly shows that great leadership is a strong competitive advantage, with the top 20 BCL firms far outperforming the S&P 500 benchmark on shareholder returns.

Innovation 15

Innovation First-mover Advantage Chemicals Agility 15

Harvard Business Review

FEBRUARY 27, 2012

At the Chemical Heritage Foundation's recent seminar on advanced materials innovation, a half-dozen R&D leaders collectively commanding billions in spend couldn't have been more excited about the market potential for their new materials. Potential innovation benefits are literally not worth it. Money can change everything.

Innovation 10

Innovation Budgeting Chemicals Seminar 10

Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 18, 2013

Jamming has become a popular way to unearth innovations — bringing together people of many different backgrounds to creatively brainstorm around a company's competitive challenges, expressed as "problem statements." If your company is one, you may be interested in our experience at the European Center for Strategic Innovation.

Innovation 8

Innovation Blue Ocean Strategy Brainstorming Participative 8

Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 7, 2016

New DDI research explores leadership differences between men and women and makes the case for gender diversity in the workplace. DDI’s High-Resolution Leadership study reviewed true assessment data from 10,000 global leaders and found no difference in the battle of the sexes for leadership skills. Wellins, Ph.D.,

Diversity 120

Diversity Globalization Transportation Industry 120