Eric Jacobson

MAY 11, 2016

" Stragility is the term for strategic, agile, people-powered change that enables organizations to thrive amidst relentless turbulence and uncertainty," explain Ellen R. Achieving Stragility is the key to competitive advantage that lasts," they add. The book provides lots of examples, concrete tips, action steps and tools.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2012

Risk Intelligence : How to Live with Uncertainty by Dylan Evans. Extreme Trust : Honesty as a Competitive Advantage by Don Peppers and Martha Rogers. All In : How the Best Managers Create a Culture of Belief and Drive Big Results by Adrian Gostick and Chester Elton. For bulk orders call 1-800-423-8273.

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Lead from Within

JULY 31, 2023

So even during times of uncertainty and volatility, staying consistent in your leadership and being intentional about practicing the traits outlined above will keep you on track. Do you want to retain your competitive advantage? Are you falling behind your competition? Are you leading with ego?

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 9, 2019

Consequently, there’s a lot of uncertainty and opacity that comes with the territory. Today’s leaders need to be comfortable operating in the grey area, constantly pioneering new ways to use technology to enhance employee engagement, drive customer satisfaction and unleash competitive advantage.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 8, 2019

They see any economic change as a springboard for profitable growth and competitive advantage. The strategic leader knows the importance of stepping out of the busyness of business despite the temptation to go faster in times of economic uncertainty. Many believe it’s certain that a recession is pending.

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The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 25, 2021

The common theme among all of those with such desires is to avoid the uncertainty caused by both leaving the EU and the Covid-19 pandemic. “Even with a Brexit deal and the vaccine rollout underway, the high levels of uncertainty are leading young people in particular to look outside the UK and London for work.”

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Coaching Tip

MAY 1, 2015

One of the most powerful and least understood aspects of successful organizations is how employees' feelings of connection, community, and unity provide a competitive advantage. Source: Michael Lee Stallard: Connection Culture: The Competitive Advantage of Shared Identity, Empathy, and Understanding at Work.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 24, 2017

Sid Mohasseb writes in The Caterpillars Edge that “to realize an improved future you must purposefully leave the past behind, and embrace the uncertainty ahead—constantly and without fear. Align with Uncertainty —Adjust to the dynamic world around you. By the time you transform, the advantage you wanted may be long gone.

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Lead Change Blog

JANUARY 5, 2021

Joel summarizes: “ Facing change and uncertainty can feel scary, but your awareness of the oncoming changes will help you prepare to negotiate them with grace and skill. Laura shares: “ Remote work is here to stay, and the organizations that do this well will have a competitive advantage. Productivity.

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Decker Communication

MARCH 30, 2020

Department of Health and Human Services first declared a public health emergency, many organizations have found their businesses adrift on an uncharted sea of fear and uncertainty. History shows that even in the hardest times, there are companies that come out swinging and gain competitive advantage.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 5, 2021

On top of changes to our physical health, we’ve had to navigate this period of uncertainty, stress, and loss without our emotional and social support systems functioning as they did pre-pandemic. These benefits add up to a powerful advantage. The American Psychological Association’s survey of U.S.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

MARCH 10, 2014

McMillan Inc.

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Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

Preparedness and implementing a risk management program are crucial to recovering and resisting the impacts of change, as well as maintaining a competitive advantage. Conclusion Bouncing back from setbacks in the business world can be daunting, filling leaders with uncertainty about the road ahead.

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HR Digest

JANUARY 10, 2024

Make your culture a competitive advantage – it’s the only competitive advantage that lasts. The HR Digest: As a change driver of the decade, how do you navigate and lead through uncertainties and disruptions in the business landscape, and what lessons can others learn from your experiences?

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 29, 2016

Guest post from Lorraine Grubbs : The US Army War College, in the post cold war years, described the future business environment in four words: Volatility, Uncertainty, Complexity and Ambiguity - code name: VUCA. This new definition revolves around appreciating employees and, done right, can become your greatest competitive advantage.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 25, 2020

When change arrived suddenly and unexpectedly however, people were much more apprehensive and uncertainty clouded their thinking. For instance, if people were in control of their own destiny, they felt far more confident of their ability to adapt successfully.

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Technology Competitive Advantage Training Report 95

Eric Jacobson

JULY 2, 2017

" Stragility is the term for strategic, agile, people-powered change that enables organizations to thrive amidst relentless turbulence and uncertainty," explain Ellen R. Achieving Stragility is the key to competitive advantage that lasts," they add. The book provides lots of examples, concrete tips, action steps and tools.

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HR Digest

MAY 17, 2024

Embracing Change: HR’s Pivotal Role in Organizational Transformation In an ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to adapt and evolve is a critical competitive advantage. HR’s role in change management has to involve proactive, continuous work to stay on top of everything that is happening within the organization.

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In the CEO Afterlife

MARCH 1, 2016

In The CEO Afterlife became the conduit to carry these musings to leaders and managers caught in the tangled knots of complexity, uncertainty, and information overload. Nor do they understand how to leverage focus and specialization for competitive advantage. Complexity Cripples.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 18, 2020

Whether you run a solo business out of your home, are the night receptionist at a hotel, or are president of the company, innovation is your competitive advantage. Each person’s Everyday Innovator style is their greatest competitive advantage. For many, COVID-19 life feels like living in a rip tide of uncertainty.

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Experience to Lead

MAY 30, 2023

In a world that grows more complex every day, executives often face scrutiny as they lead through uncertainty. Additionally, leadership training helps executives to develop a deep understanding of their own leadership style, strengths, and weaknesses, giving them a competitive advantage to lead more effectively.

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Coaching Tip

MARCH 5, 2014

Insecurity is a species of discontent--an anxious uncertainty about your worth or place in society, a feeling of worry that you or what you''ve done or what you have is in some fundamental way not good enough. High Performance Teams; A Competitive Advantage. INSECURITY. Related articles. The Personal Power of Your Voice.

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Succession Self-aware Competitive Advantage Ethics 97

Michael Lee Stallard

APRIL 10, 2016

When a leader has integrity, people aren’t left to guess the leader’s true intention, which often creates ambiguity, uncertainty and anxiety. These are key components in maintaining a competitive advantage. Trust is strengthened when a Servant Leader demonstrates integrity by saying what he/she believes and feels.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 9, 2012

Great by Choice : Uncertainty, Chaos, and Luck – Why Some Thrive Despite Them All. Great by Choice by Jim Collins and Morten Hansen represents a detailed assessment of companies thriving in times of uncertainty compared with similar organizations not performing so well. by Jim Collins and Morten Hansen. About the Reference.

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First Friday Book Synopsis

OCTOBER 6, 2012

Here are some recent posts that may be of interest: BOOK REVIEWs The Strategy Book Max Mckeown Adaptability: The Art of Winning in an Age of Uncertainty Max Mckeow Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative Austin Kleon Found in Translation: How Language Shapes Our Lives and Transforms the World Nataly [.].

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Experience to Lead

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

Whether it be a global pandemic, a company restructuring or a merger, a leadership strategy is crucial if you want to manage shifts and times of uncertainty. The story is no different when it comes to developing a leadership strategy in times of change. A leadership development plan also acts as a compass for navigating change.

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HR Digest

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

We firmly believe our associates are our competitive advantage, and providing opportunities for continued growth, development and training is key to best serve our customers. COVID-19, focus on diversity, equity and inclusion and broad uncertainty has created the necessity to focus on people.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 23, 2019

It’s created a world in which the speed of learning is a competitive advantage, both for individuals and organizations. It found that fear and uncertainty were the predominant emotions when discussing AI and data-driven technologies, with just 6% of organizations saying they were ready to embrace the new opportunities.

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Marshall Goldsmith

NOVEMBER 24, 2010

entitled The Ownership Quotient, Putting The Service Profit Chain to Work for Unbeatable Competitive Advantage. There is a lot of anxiety and uncertainty in many organizations today. Heskett and W. Earl Sasser, Jr. I asked him for his perspective on this question. In some cases, it interferes with quality and productivity.

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Rajesh Setty

JUNE 2, 2013

Competence without calmness might might signal hubris or over-confidence or in some cases plain uncertainty. One of the keys to gain unfair competitive advantage is to practice being calm and one of the keys to being calm is to not be on a quest for gaining unfair competitive advantage.

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QAspire

JUNE 1, 2014

of The Idea Driven Blog shows how leaders can prepare for uncertainty by embracing flexibility through his post “ A High-Performing System Helps You Face an Uncertain Future with More Confidence.” ( @alangrobinson ). To lead effectively through VUCA, we need to be Direct, Understandable, Reliable, and Trustworthy. Alan Robinson, PH.D

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

Finance Without Fear is an easy to understand guide to finance that not only explains the key concepts of finance, but also explains what the numbers mean and how finance can be used to create a business with a competitive advantage. Financial Sector, part 5 StrategyDriven Editorial Perspective – Expanding Uncertainty in the U.S.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 9, 2015

EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. Relate Articles: Management and Leadership Best Practice 1 – Open, Honest, Timely Communications during Times of Uncertainty. Start your FREE trial membership * and receive: FULL ACCESS to StrategyDriven's premium content for 14 days.

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Skip Prichard

JULY 19, 2021

This is a simple leadership behavior that can be leveraged to be a significant competitive advantage for any organization. It is a major competitive advantage for any organization. He always brought order out of chaos and uncertainty. It only takes time and the ability to listen.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 1, 2014

Over the past few years, spending cuts along with budget uncertainties forced government agencies to yield on contracts. EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. In January, Congress approved a $1.1 trillion spending bill. FREE COPY of a StrategyDriven Expert Contributor book †.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 7, 2013

EVALUATE how StrategyDriven gives you a competitive advantage. Relate Articles: StrategyDriven Editorial Perspective – Here we go again… more government created uncertainty. StrategyDriven Editorial Perspective – Expanding Uncertainty in the U.S. FREE COPY of a StrategyDriven Expert Contributor book †.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 22, 2011

Michael Porter, the world's leading authority on competition and strategy, is sometimes the victim of his own success. We use his terminology every day — competitive advantage, the value chain, differentiation, value creation. Competitive advantage, for example, is often used to mean "anything we think we're good at."

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