The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 22, 2022

The pandemic period saw most physical conferences shift online, and while 2022 has seen more events happen in person again, we are still some way below the peak. Research from Northwestern University explores whether it is still worthwhile for scientists to attend conferences, and finds that the general answer remains yes.

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 22, 2024

Every team needs some inexpensive ways to develop people on the team. This is dangerous for a team, which wishes to remain healthy and continue growing. If a team is not learning and improving it will soon struggle to maintain any level of success. They have to bring information back to share with the team.

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Great Results Team Building

JULY 19, 2023

However, all too often, teams rush to find solutions without taking the necessary time to define the problem clearly. Here’s a problem-solving process you can follow: Agreeing on the Problem: Before diving into solutions, it is crucial for teams to establish a shared understanding of the problem.

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Mike Cardus

JULY 11, 2021

I had a great time talking about team building , organization development , experiential education , and facilitation with Phil Brown of High 5 Adventure. From Team Building to Organization Development. When I began as a team-building and rope course instructor, High 5 Adventure was where I looked for inspiration and guidance.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 5, 2018

What we were taught in high school science, F = MA , force = mass times acceleration, also describes the physics of innovation. The laws of innovation may be an entirely different application than Newton intended, but tracking through on the metaphor yields pragmatic tips for innovators.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 1, 2021

Your team is looking to you for guidance on what happens next. As you’re making plans think beyond the new normal, and focus on helping your team thrive in the new abnormal. We need to prepare our teams for that. 4 Important Considerations to Help Your Team Thrive Into the New Abnormal. What would you add?

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 30, 2024

Cultivate Leadership Excellence Leadership at the C-suite level transcends managing teams. Action: Attend industry conferences, join professional associations, and actively participate in business forums. Tangible achievements in driving revenue, improving efficiency, or innovating processes are critical.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 30, 2023

Try These Proven Approaches to Build Consistency & Momentum as a Sales Manager “Hey, Karin, as a sales manager, how do I keep sales from stalling without micromanaging my team? shares practical advice you can use as a sales manager, to keep your sales team focused and productive. Start with the sales process.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

A successful executive understands the intricacies of the supply chain and leverages their expertise to drive innovation, reduce costs, and enhance organizational efficiency. Furthermore, successful CPOs are exceptional leaders who inspire and motivate their teams to achieve excellence.

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Michael Lee Stallard

AUGUST 26, 2010

The conference has scheduled a book signing for Fired Up or Burned Out. You can learn more about the employee engagement conference at this link. The summit is Asia’s largest leadership and HR conference with more than three thousand attendees. We recently committed to other public speaking engagements.

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Great Results Team Building

MARCH 1, 2023

As a team leader or employee, the quality of your days and the quality of your results is likely impacted significatnly by the quality of your teammates. In fact, when I speak at conferences, I often have the audience contribute their thoughts about what one word desrcibes the person they remember as a great teammate.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Businesses striving to adapt and thrive amidst these changes must find innovative solutions to the matter of maintaining a robust corporate culture. The Erosion of Traditional Corporate Culture A strong corporate culture will influence how team members interact and conduct business.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 2, 2021

The authors point out that present-forward thinking innovation at most organizations is mostly incremental improvements to what they are already doing. These needed capabilities become your innovation portfolio. Set up an organizational model that protects breakthrough innovation teams from the countervailing influences of the core.

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Like the weather, many leaders talk about agility and innovation, but few managers do much about it. Unlike the weather, there’s a great deal managers can do about building agile and innovative cultures. These four innovation stages aren’t neat and orderly. Make sure it’s balanced with innovation and growth.

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Experience to Lead

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

In this era of interconnectedness and rapid change, high-performing teams are the driving force behind innovation, productivity and organizational growth. The dynamics and attributes that underpin such teams instigate remarkable results far exceeding the sum of individual contributions.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 27, 2016

An executive at a company I work with recently told me: “W e have very creative employees who want to be innovative but find many obstacles created by the cultural opposition to it. We spend a lot of time training and encouraging employees at all levels how to be more creative and innovation. Allow employees time to innovate.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Leaders face an array of complex challenges, from navigating organizational change to driving innovation and performance. By honing their emotional intelligence, leaders are better equipped to navigate complex relationships, inspire and motivate their teams, and drive sustainable business outcomes.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 31, 2010

After defining connection, we identify the “Connection Culture&# as the environment that produces emotional and rational connections that, as The Conference Board’s definition says “influence [people] to apply discretionary effort to [their] work.&# The Connection Culture meets universal human needs.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

Realizing the path to innovation would require revolutionary new thinking; all three leaders grasped that it would also take a new way of coalescing and harnessing talent. Reading Collective Genius , The Innovators , Creativity, Inc. Among a team the task is preeminent; however, relationship distinguishes a partnership.

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Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 2, 2013

ASQ Buffalo 2013 Quality Conference. October 15 Quality Conference. I will be presenting 2 workshops at the ASQ Buffalo 2013 Quality Conference – October 15 & 16. 10/15 – Conference Day. Thinking Differently – Enabling Innovation :: 1:30-2:30pm. Outcomes from Thinking Differently – Enabling Innovation.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 13, 2016

Guest post by Randal Moss : Great leaders consistently talk about the need for their organization to ‘be innovative’ in their thinking. They recognize that innovation is a strategy for growth and that being able to harness that power will drive their organization’s success and their own as well. In some industries that is daunting.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The role of healthcare leadership cannot be underestimated, as it shapes the direction and success of organizations, drives innovation, and ensures the delivery of high-quality care. In conclusion, the qualities and skills needed in healthcare leadership are vast and dynamic.

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Experience to Lead

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

With a growing need for innovation and engagement across virtual, hybrid and on-location environments, these were the key takeaways from my attendance and WDHB’s speaking session at the largest talent development conference in the world. Setting your team up for growth begins by encouraging and modeling adaptability.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 21, 2022

Particularly during times of uncertainty and change, one of the easiest ways to know what’s really going on is to (1) get clarity about what you don’t know and (2) ask your team some courageous questions. Her team had been holding user experience calls each week and the feedback had been great! “Is I know I can improve.”

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HR Digest

APRIL 20, 2023

Moreover, attracting and training new employees is time-consuming and expensive, making it crucial for employers to find innovative ways to decrease staff turnover rates and keep their workforce engaged and motivated. In this article, we’ll explore some innovative and effective employee retention techniques.

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Mills Scofield

APRIL 28, 2013

Last week, my daughter Chana and I were attended the SEEED Conference on Social Entrepreneurship at Brown Chana Scofield (''22) & Gladys Ndagire (''14) ~ Sayles Hall, Brown University University. These are Chana''s thoughts on the first day of the conference. Chana is 13 years old and in 7th grade.

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LDRLB

MAY 2, 2014

Join me in one month for an amazing virtual conference featuring more than 30 of the top thinkers on creativity and innovation. Based on my best-selling book The Myths of Creativity , I will be bringing together 30+ renowned experts on creativity and innovation for a series of 30 minute video interviews. Dates: June 2-6, 2014.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 15, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit BIF-6: Stunning Sights, Interesting People, Innovative Ideas Published by Michael Lee Stallard on September 15, 2010 06:16 pm under connection culture Life is good! why is everyone smiling?

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Tanveer Naseer

MAY 15, 2012

We’re told “Innovate or die”. Almost every company I know would say they are trying to innovate their products, services, customer experience or even their business model. But where is innovation happening in your organization? What is the ratio of innovators to employees? Build Your Brand 2. Room to Grow 3.

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Kevin Eikenberry

AUGUST 30, 2010

Bury My Heart at Conference Room B is a book that illuminates a process developed by Stan and his organization to help individual leaders draw out their core values and build greater commitment to organizational success. This is fast becoming one of the most talked about business books of the year, and for some very good reasons.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

These leaders not only drive the strategic direction of healthcare organizations but also shape the culture, guide decision-making, and inspire teams to deliver the highest quality outcomes possible. Effective healthcare leaders possess the vision, charisma, and motivational skills necessary to inspire teams and drive positive change.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 10, 2023

Seven Ways to Help Your Team Deal With Ambiguity This article continues to trend as one of our most popular on Let’s Grow Leaders. 7 Ways to Help Your Team Deal with Ambiguity at Work 3. When you can embrace effective leadership strategies and tactics, they will work together to help you, your team, and your organization thrive.

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Mike Cardus

DECEMBER 21, 2012

Here is the schedule it may change; 12/20/12 – Team Building & Leadership Photos. 12/27/12 – Team Building & Leadership activities (simulations). 12/28/12 – Team Building & Leadership Blog Articles. Blocks to Creativity and Innovation. Tools to Release Creativity and Innovation. 12/31/12 – NEW YEARS!

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Ron Edmondson

APRIL 27, 2022

This is dangerous for a team, which wishes to continue growing. If a team is not learning and improving, it will soon struggle to maintain any level of success. Here are 10 inexpensive development options for a team: Bring in a leader – It may be cheaper to bring the expert to you than it is to attend a conference.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 26, 2023

They are no longer responsible for managing risk but also for driving innovation, enhancing customer experiences, and achieving sustainable growth. Strong strategic leadership skills, including the ability to inspire and motivate teams, are also crucial in navigating the complexities of the insurance sector.

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Great Leadership By Dan

DECEMBER 3, 2020

When I joined Merchants Fleet as CEO in 2018, I knew I was joining a team of some of the most experienced professionals in the fleet industry. A big part of that is having a simple vision that teams can rally around and a strategic direction that leaders can buy into and articulate easily throughout the organization.

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Michael Lee Stallard

SEPTEMBER 19, 2010

After taking a couple days to mull it over I’ve decided to select a few presentations that will be most relevant to the themes I typically write and speak about i.e. leadership, connection, employee engagement, productivity and innovation. Below are brief descriptions of several presentations from the conference.

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