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DECEMBER 2, 2010

David asked Becky, “How come no one ever talks about love as a leadership competency?&# While l ove and leadership are certainly two words you don’t often hear in the same sentence, I can assure you that rarely does great leadership exist without love being present and practiced. I think it’s a great question.

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SEPTEMBER 20, 2010

While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work. Thanks in advance for sharing… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] It was C.S. link] Ovidiu What a GREAT article!

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DECEMBER 17, 2010

link] ATIG Dear Mike, As a coach and consultant, you know the common misconceptions about discipline(Personal and professional are not the same). Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. link] mikemyatt Bravo…well said Sir.

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DECEMBER 13, 2010

If you’re looking to benchmark your leadership ability the following self examination will give you a baseline to build from. If you check your ego at the door and give a thoughtful, introspective evaluation of your ability, it is likely that you’ll learn something about your leadership abilities or lack thereof.

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NOVEMBER 15, 2010

In today’s post I’ll examine the value of loyalty as it relates to leadership. If relationships are the currency of leadership, it is important for leaders to note that loyalty serves as the cornerstone of any healthy relationship. Leadership and loyalty go hand-in-hand. The boss will never go for that.&#

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JULY 11, 2010

A CEO’s ability to perform effectively is so closely tied to their ability to form a clearly articulated vision, evangelize the vision and then to execute on their vision, that no real discussion on executive leadership should take place without an emphasis on vision.

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NOVEMBER 19, 2010

FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. FACT : Leaders who lack emotional control won’t remain in a position of leadership for long. And, emotional intelligence has been linked to successful leadership (just did a paper on this for a university class).

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OCTOBER 25, 2018

This way of being is perhaps best described by Jane Magruder Watkins, a senior AI practitioner, OD consultant, and author, who says AI is “a habit of mind, heart, and imagination that searches for the success, the life-giving force rather than disaster and despair.”1 Which of these approaches builds stronger relationships among everyone?

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OCTOBER 14, 2010

I really appreciate Pete’s insights into the necessity of self-leadership and his honesty in admitting that this is his own area of struggle. His leadership is remarkable! And I agree 100% that leaders everywhere need to find ways to motivate people that go beyond money and benefits. Thanks so much for your comment Bridget.

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JULY 6, 2010

Marshall Goldsmith : I don’t specifically work in the area of strategy or leadership, but my work often affects those areas as what I do is help people change behavior. Mike Myatt : What’s been the most rewarding aspect of your work in the leadership field? My business has 3 primary aspects: I write, speak and coach.

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MAY 26, 2010

As a veteran and lifelong student of leadership I have always found Memorial Day weekend to be one of the most meaningful and significant of all holidays. While this coming weekend simply signifies a long awaited prelude to summer for some, it is much more than that for me.

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2010

You’re undoubtedly thinking “who died and left Mike Myatt in charge of qualitatively assessing leadership blogs? You’re undoubtedly thinking “who died and left Mike Myatt in charge of qualitatively assessing leadership blogs?&# I know, I know - another list? Great question.

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DECEMBER 20, 2010

The articles should have been written on the topic of poor leadership. Toxic work environments can only exist where a lack of trust and respect are present, and this can only occur in the absence of sound leadership.

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JULY 2, 2010

They would tell you that the classic strong leadership traits that define our nation’s best military leaders are outdated, and that they don’t display a proper amount of empathy and compassion. I’ve rarely come across students of military history that don’t have a great command of both strategic thinking and tactical implementation.

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JANUARY 20, 2011

mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Let me cut right to the chase – real leaders don’t participate in gossip, and likewise they don’t tolerate gossip from others. Michelle said: RT @mikehenrysr: RT @mikemyatt Workplace Gossip [link] #LeadChange [.] Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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AUGUST 24, 2010

In today’s post I’ll quickly examine the merits of developing your listening skills. Listen to those that confront you, challenge you, stretch you, and develop you. Take a moment and reflect back on any great leader that comes to mind…you’ll find that they are very adept at reading between the lines.

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AUGUST 9, 2010

mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Thanks again for the comment Mark. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtPetty @Leadershipfreak @jdregan @.

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APRIL 25, 2010

Not recognizing, developing, and rewarding talent is the fastest way I know of to drive talent out of your organization and directly into the hands of your competition. Reward talent, innovation, loyalty, attitude, creativity, work ethic, contribution, and leadership ability…not tenure. Thanks for stopping by Drew.

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AUGUST 22, 2010

moravecglobal Here's another example of disconnected leadership and the consequences for, in this case, students, faculty and taxpayers. The UC Berkley budget gap has grown to $150 million, & still the Chancellor is spending money that isn't there on $3,000,000 consultants. Best wishes for continued success Marlyn.

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APRIL 5, 2010

link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] It is possible to have both speed and planning so long as planning doesn't turn into "analysis paralysis." " Thanks for adding to the conversation Jennifer.

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JUNE 29, 2010

Creating a framework for decisioning, using a published delegation of authority statement, encouraging sound business practices in collaboration, team building, leadership development, and talent management will all help even out the uneven. Where there is disagreement there is an inherent potential for growth and development.

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Nathan Magnuson

MARCH 16, 2015

It’s a leadership responsibility to identify and drive out waste when we see it. Inventory ties up cash and space that could be used in other ways and adds additional risk (theft, depreciation, expiration and non-recoverability to name a few). There’s no substitute for developing others.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

This isn’t rocket science, rather it’s just plain-old, good leadership. That is the question that many a business is forced to ask at some point during their life cycle. It is actually the fiduciary obligation of a CEO to make the needed changes to protect shareholder value.

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MARCH 18, 2010

mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtPetty @Leadershipfreak @jdregan @.

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NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Let me be clear: leadership and diversity should have nothing to do with one another. This blog was recently nominated for Kevin Eikenberry’s Best Leadership Blogs of 2010 , and I noticed recently that Kevin was taking heat from the gender police for having only one woman on the list of nominees.

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OCTOBER 26, 2010

Lastly, I’ll leave you with this reminder – leadership is not about how many emails, memos and transmittals are sent under your signature – it’s about relationships, service, and engagement. link] mikemyatt Well said Tom – people are the name of the game when it comes to leadership. Thanks for stopping by Brian.

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AUGUST 5, 2010

In the end, leadership that adopts politically correct behavior and thinking places themselves and their organizations at great peril. Leadership is about telling the truth with courage, candor, honesty… and empathy. It has become more important to “do things right&# rather than to “do the right things.&#

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OCTOBER 22, 2010

Take a sincere interest in the success of others, work on your likability factor, become adept at gaining commitment, develop your authority and control, and have access to things of value or scarcity and your influence with others will increase. What are some ways that influence can be possessed by my leadership staff?

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AUGUST 11, 2010

Here’s the thing - leadership and conflict go hand-in-hand. Leadership is a full-contact sport, and if you cannot address conflict in a healthy, productive fashion then you should not be in a leadership role. If so, you likely have issues with conflict.

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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? Which hat, or hats do you wear? CEO…that title sounds good doesn’t it? Priority number two is team building and talent management.

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JULY 26, 2010

While hubris can be a needed trait to call upon at times, to rely solely upon it as the foundation of your leadership style just doesn’t work. link] Roots of healthy confidence « Leadership Freak [.] I think not. Oarabile [link] mikemyatt Solid words of wisdom Oarabile…thanks for sharing. link] Tracy E.

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AUGUST 26, 2010

So, in today’s post I’ll share two a few tips on deciding which tasks, and to whom, the art of delegation should apply… As a CEO it is critical to develop a keen understanding of your value to the enterprise, and to further develop an awareness of activities that are dilutive to said value.

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APRIL 5, 2010

Posted on August 31st, 2010 by admin in Leadership By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth “Who the * is in charge around here?&# In all but the rarest of circumstances, teams simply don’t function well in the absence of sound leadership.

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OCTOBER 18, 2010

You cannot separate leadership from decisioning, for like it or not, they are inexorably linked. Making sound decisions is a skill set that needs to be developed like any other. They make bad decisions. And in some cases they compound bad decision upon bad decision. And in some cases they compound bad decision upon bad decision.

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JULY 8, 2010

mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Thanks for adding to the discussion Randy. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s. mikemyatt: More thx @BradAustin1 @LeadershipWatch @GBSL. mikemyatt: RT/mention thx @AMAnet @SmartBrief @Leadersh. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtPetty @Leadershipfreak @jdregan @.

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OCTOBER 1, 2010

Thanks in advance… Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] 2 Tweets 5/6/10: Top Talent Development Posts this Week 2 Tweets Managing Board Relations | N2Growth Blog By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Over the years I've met more than a few CEOs [.]

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APRIL 9, 2010

Largely due to the iPod’s strong integrated design qualities it is the dominant brand in its class, commands a pricing premium, and has developed an extremely loyal and satisfied customer base. mikemyatt: A leaders Intellect should not be a depreci. Our Freedom. mikemyatt: The rigidity of a closed mind is the first s.

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