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Instead, conduct your due diligence and have their input documented by a third party. Most of us can relate to this scenario: when completing an employment application, you are asked to identify a number of references (typically 3-5) for prospective employers to contact. In order to put your best foot forward, you choose these references wisely and list those whom will provide the most glowing reviews of their professional abilities. MORE
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a) is this person really capable of doing the work within this role as it stands right now; b) have we as the organization done due diligence in determining the time-span and level of work within this role and communicated that clearly to their manager and them? MORE
I conduct what Justin Recla calls “intuitive due diligence,” and if the other person passes my gut-check, I’m eager to roll forward with a deal. That’s not a wise approach, Recla says, and he knows a few things about due diligence. One of the questions Recla asks is, “How do I do my due diligence on you?” ” The bigger the deal or the risk, the more due diligence you need to take. MORE
As a result of mutual due diligence, Hardwoods of Michigan has joined the Six Disciplines family and are off and running. Due to this engagement (with Six Disciplines), I am confident that 2011 and the years ahead will be our best ever Hardwoods of Michigan is a forty year-old company that acquires virgin timber, processes the logs, and then cuts the lumber to meet specific customer requirements. MORE
But before you make a commitment, I urge you to do just a little bit of due diligence. According to Google, in December of 2012, 1.44 million people searched on some variation of the phrase “make money online.” Maybe you even found this blog post by searching for that phrase yourself. If you’re reading this, you’re at least probably interested in it. I’ve been in the business of internet revenue generation for years. MORE
This diversity in the buyer network is one of the key complexities in enterprise selling and it calls on the selling team to perform the due diligence required to understand the roles and impacts of each of the buyers. MORE
Doing due diligence. When it was revealed each passenger on the train had a part in Ratchett’s death, he struggled with balancing the murder with the fact Ratchett received his due. MORE
Buyers have to do their due diligence, understand integration issues, get sign-off, have lawyers approve the deal, and so on. Here’s a quick one-question quiz: What is the most important requirement for a successful product launch? A great product. MORE
But on the other side of that equation is the influence of sound business practices, planning, due diligence, and adaptability on business success. C ONDUCTING your own orchestra. Running your own ship. Self-employment. Putting your stamp on the world. MORE
citizens do as much due diligence into the candidates they vote for as they do into the new TV, smartphone or car they will buy. In watching the debate, if it can be called that, last night, 3 things hit me – Respect (or lack thereof), Power (or illusion of) and Knowledge (or lack thereof). MORE
Done my due diligence. ” More due diligence. True story, I had to share. Because this may be showing up for you – either as the giver or the receiver – and if it is, it’s likely completely unintentional. And we can do something about that. This morning I got a gift. A major gift. So here you go. Take this and use it as it serves you — however it serves you. MORE
Will Lukang shares: When working with a new manager, I always do the due diligence to learn and understand the person’s work preference. Here at Lead Change Group, we know that problems are most effectively solved when individuals come together to meld ideas, energies, and approaches. MORE
By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth . I have watched entrepreneurs and executives initially trivialize the value of influence in a capital transaction, only to regret it down the road. MORE
The importance of research, due-diligence and marketplace understanding surface. Most people and organizations fail due to never having control over certain ingredients, improper planning and the inability to change. Success and failure… it’s a matter of perspectives. MORE
I definitely believe that every company, every boss, and every hiring manager could benefit from doing their due diligence before they hire anyone. MORE
Doing due diligence. When it was revealed each passenger on the train had a part in Ratchett’s death, he struggled with balancing the murder with the fact Ratchett received his due. MORE
I can’t even begin to count the number of times I watched people miss great opportunities due to a poor sense of timing. I’ve observed the risk adverse take due diligence one step too far, the greedy negotiate too long, the impulsive jump the gun, and the plodders move to slow. MORE
Often times a new entrepreneur feels he or she has done their due diligence only to learn later that they barely scratched the surface. It seems that most businesses fail, not due to the validity of the idea, but rather that the project was under capitalized or underfunded from the start. If you are confident enough in what you are doing, and you have truly done your due diligence, you can have a prosperous business. MORE
If your intuition guides you to assume bad, dig deeper, do your due diligence, and check it out. And if it’s still no good, and due diligence proves that having your hackles up is truly important, you have a whole new set of actions and conversation to have. I believe that people generally come from a place of positive intention. If there is a disconnect, it often happens in their impact and the stories that get made up about their intentions. MORE
When it comes to looking for a reliable technical support provider, you need to do your Due Diligence, and an easy way to do this is to ask your prospective providers a series of questions to help you understand what sort of fit they will be. Photo courtesy of Pexels. MORE
Consider these six … Continue reading → Leadership Product Management Team Building attention channels due diligence experience transparency Guest post by Jon Spivey The best employees help your company to thrive and achieve its greatest potential. So to reach your potential, you must put effort into finding and choosing the best employees for your company. MORE
It is the due diligence of politics.” It’s the due diligence of leaders everywhere. P EGGY NOONAN brought up some great thoughts in her editorial, A Rash Leader in a Grave Time that would be good for us to consider in any time. MORE
In fact, many attorneys rely on the fact that most clients don’t take the time to do their own due diligence in order to do the least amount of work possible per case. MORE
This occurs when a company fails to do their due diligence to properly screen a dangerous employee. Posted by Cat Carlos | Nobody Likes a Bad Apple! PeopleViews – The PeopleClues blog. Few things strike more fear in an HR manager’s heart than making a bad hire. MORE
Of course, I did a bit of due diligence into this Doug guy and said yes. My friend, Doug Sundheim’s new book, Taking Smart Risks , is an early winner for 2013 Must Reads. Before I get to how great the book is, the story of how Doug and I met starts with taking a smart risk! MORE
It’s created through a process of due diligence and a deliberate effort to intentionally and consistently integrate the seven core values into the workplace. LDRSHIP is an acronym for the seven core values of the U.S. MORE
Customers should do due diligence and check if the company or contractor that they plan to hire are licensed, bonded, and insured. Service companies and contractors usually mention that they are “bonded, licensed, and insured” when they advertise their services. MORE
Remember to do your due diligence and devote more investigation to situations of high risk or where failure could be disastrous. Bad advice can get you in big trouble. That’s what happened to the Donner Party. It doesn’t have to happen to you. Early in my career, I got a big promotion from Assistant Manager to Distribution Center Manager. The promotion came with a hefty raise, a move to a new city, and advice from my new boss. MORE
Due Diligence : Just because an idea sounds good doesn’t mean it is. By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth. First the bad news : If you’re not willing to embrace change you’re not ready to lead. Put simply, leadership is not a static endeavor. MORE
The economics and accountability of due diligence have changed. The fundamental difference between then and now is that doing due diligence at the source was a matter of mouse-clicks and moments. Because the costs and complexities of due diligence were so low, I eliminated the risk of error instead of propagating it. If the analysis is that important, you'd be foolish not to perform due diligence on the source. MORE
When you’re new to risk management or risk management tools, it’s vital you do your due diligence research. Risks are part and parcel of everyday life. You might not realize you’re doing it, but you assess risks throughout your normal day. MORE
A normal acquisition process seeks to ensure something basic: a strategic rationale for a deal, supported by a thoughtful selection process, with known risks identified by a short, intense due diligence. Those who conduct integration due diligences have two major advantages. MORE
They do limited due diligence on the theory that it does not help them find winner companies. I disagree with this approach and think good due diligence improves the odds. I, personally, love thorough due diligence but lack the attention required to do it well myself so I like to surround myself with people who do it well. Recently, I read a great book by William Crilly and Andrew Sherman called, The AMA Handbook of Due Diligence. MORE
Regardless of what due diligence is done prior to the merger, there is still lots to learn. I was speaking to a friend who is looking at acquiring a company. I was going to send him an email with tips of how to make it go smoother (notice I do not say smoothly - there will always be little issues). I thought it would make a good blog entry. My tips for integration: 1 - Have a rolling 90 day plan. The first 30 days should be "listen and learn". MORE
I suggested to my seatmate that the real cause of his anger might be that he was beating himself up for being a poor judge of character and not conducting adequate due diligence into the purchase. Getting angry with other people often means you’re just upset with yourself. by Marshall Goldsmith. On a flight from Zurich to New York, I sat next to a very successful investor who had paid too much for a small high-tech firm. MORE
Over the last few months, the organization has done its due diligence—conducting focus groups and surveys; studying program participation; reviewing revenue, expenses, and donor history; checking out its competitors and assessing its differentiators; doing [.] MORE
People can do some due diligence before going to work for a compnay. MORE
We all need to do our due diligence and take care of business. So Laura Silsby and her nine missionary colleagues have been charged with abducting Haitian children. It could have been worse. MORE
That’s why you have to do your due diligence and work with manufacturers with a solid reputation in your business. MORE
4 - Provide due diligence. I know some angel groups like Golden Seeds do awesome due diligence but on the whole, VCs are better than Angels at it. CEO Blog - Time Leadership Wednesday, November 24, 2010 Angel Capital vs. Venture Capital Angels and VCs are often very synergistic. The line between venture capital and angel capital can be blurry. I know some VCs who have invested $500,000 in an deal and I know some Angels who have invested $3,000,000. MORE
It’s a formidable barrier to entry into the world of “ due diligence land ” where your idea and company will get a more comprehensive review – and even that won’t guarantee an investment, but at least you get a full shot. MORE
If you are hiring anything less than “A” performing leaders, your leaders will hire mediocre employees that are not as good as they are, due to their own insecurities. Secret #5: Stop relying on intuition; start relying on unbiased, objective due diligence. MORE
Obviously, always perform your own due diligence before diving in. In the early days of 2018, it’s a good time to consider what’s the same and what’s new as the new year unfolds. MORE
Due Diligence Related Topics CEO Blog
JUNE 27, 2011
They do limited due diligence on the theory that it does not help them find winner companies. I disagree with this approach and think good due diligence improves the odds. I, personally, love thorough due diligence but lack the attention required to do it well myself so I like to surround myself with people who do it well. Recently, I read a great book by William Crilly and Andrew Sherman called, The AMA Handbook of Due Diligence.
Women on Business
AUGUST 8, 2014
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Lead on Purpose
FEBRUARY 28, 2015
Consider these six … Continue reading → Leadership Product Management Team Building attention channels due diligence experience transparency Guest post by Jon Spivey The best employees help your company to thrive and achieve its greatest potential. So to reach your potential, you must put effort into finding and choosing the best employees for your company.
Harvard Business Review
MAY 26, 2011
The economics and accountability of due diligence have changed. The fundamental difference between then and now is that doing due diligence at the source was a matter of mouse-clicks and moments. Because the costs and complexities of due diligence were so low, I eliminated the risk of error instead of propagating it. If the analysis is that important, you'd be foolish not to perform due diligence on the source.
Lead Change Blog
FEBRUARY 10, 2014
Over the last few months, the organization has done its due diligence—conducting focus groups and surveys; studying program participation; reviewing revenue, expenses, and donor history; checking out its competitors and assessing its differentiators; doing [.]
Leading Blog
APRIL 15, 2019
But on the other side of that equation is the influence of sound business practices, planning, due diligence, and adaptability on business success. C ONDUCTING your own orchestra. Running your own ship. Self-employment. Putting your stamp on the world.
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 11, 2015
It is the due diligence of politics.” It’s the due diligence of leaders everywhere. P EGGY NOONAN brought up some great thoughts in her editorial, A Rash Leader in a Grave Time that would be good for us to consider in any time.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 6, 2019
In fact, many attorneys rely on the fact that most clients don’t take the time to do their own due diligence in order to do the least amount of work possible per case.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 5, 2019
That’s why you have to do your due diligence and work with manufacturers with a solid reputation in your business.
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 25, 2015
Will Lukang shares: When working with a new manager, I always do the due diligence to learn and understand the person’s work preference. Here at Lead Change Group, we know that problems are most effectively solved when individuals come together to meld ideas, energies, and approaches.
Strategy Driven
JANUARY 16, 2018
Obviously, always perform your own due diligence before diving in. In the early days of 2018, it’s a good time to consider what’s the same and what’s new as the new year unfolds.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 29, 2016
This diversity in the buyer network is one of the key complexities in enterprise selling and it calls on the selling team to perform the due diligence required to understand the roles and impacts of each of the buyers.
Terry Starbucker
OCTOBER 14, 2012
It’s a formidable barrier to entry into the world of “ due diligence land ” where your idea and company will get a more comprehensive review – and even that won’t guarantee an investment, but at least you get a full shot.
Lead Change Blog
JANUARY 19, 2018
Remember to do your due diligence and devote more investigation to situations of high risk or where failure could be disastrous. Bad advice can get you in big trouble. That’s what happened to the Donner Party. It doesn’t have to happen to you. Early in my career, I got a big promotion from Assistant Manager to Distribution Center Manager. The promotion came with a hefty raise, a move to a new city, and advice from my new boss.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 3, 2017
When it comes to looking for a reliable technical support provider, you need to do your Due Diligence, and an easy way to do this is to ask your prospective providers a series of questions to help you understand what sort of fit they will be. Photo courtesy of Pexels.
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 4, 2016
Often times a new entrepreneur feels he or she has done their due diligence only to learn later that they barely scratched the surface. It seems that most businesses fail, not due to the validity of the idea, but rather that the project was under capitalized or underfunded from the start. If you are confident enough in what you are doing, and you have truly done your due diligence, you can have a prosperous business.
Steve Farber
APRIL 3, 2017
I conduct what Justin Recla calls “intuitive due diligence,” and if the other person passes my gut-check, I’m eager to roll forward with a deal. That’s not a wise approach, Recla says, and he knows a few things about due diligence. One of the questions Recla asks is, “How do I do my due diligence on you?” ” The bigger the deal or the risk, the more due diligence you need to take.
Lead by Adventure
OCTOBER 25, 2016
I definitely believe that every company, every boss, and every hiring manager could benefit from doing their due diligence before they hire anyone.
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 7, 2017
Customers should do due diligence and check if the company or contractor that they plan to hire are licensed, bonded, and insured. Service companies and contractors usually mention that they are “bonded, licensed, and insured” when they advertise their services.
N2Growth Blog
MARCH 31, 2011
By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth . I have watched entrepreneurs and executives initially trivialize the value of influence in a capital transaction, only to regret it down the road.
Strategy Driven
MARCH 30, 2016
Instead, conduct your due diligence and have their input documented by a third party. Most of us can relate to this scenario: when completing an employment application, you are asked to identify a number of references (typically 3-5) for prospective employers to contact. In order to put your best foot forward, you choose these references wisely and list those whom will provide the most glowing reviews of their professional abilities.
Six Disciplines
FEBRUARY 16, 2011
As a result of mutual due diligence, Hardwoods of Michigan has joined the Six Disciplines family and are off and running. Due to this engagement (with Six Disciplines), I am confident that 2011 and the years ahead will be our best ever Hardwoods of Michigan is a forty year-old company that acquires virgin timber, processes the logs, and then cuts the lumber to meet specific customer requirements.
Chart Your Course
NOVEMBER 8, 2016
This occurs when a company fails to do their due diligence to properly screen a dangerous employee. Posted by Cat Carlos | Nobody Likes a Bad Apple! PeopleViews – The PeopleClues blog. Few things strike more fear in an HR manager’s heart than making a bad hire.
Mike Cardus
APRIL 22, 2013
a) is this person really capable of doing the work within this role as it stands right now; b) have we as the organization done due diligence in determining the time-span and level of work within this role and communicated that clearly to their manager and them?
CEO Blog
NOVEMBER 24, 2010
4 - Provide due diligence. I know some angel groups like Golden Seeds do awesome due diligence but on the whole, VCs are better than Angels at it. CEO Blog - Time Leadership Wednesday, November 24, 2010 Angel Capital vs. Venture Capital Angels and VCs are often very synergistic. The line between venture capital and angel capital can be blurry. I know some VCs who have invested $500,000 in an deal and I know some Angels who have invested $3,000,000.
CEO Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
Regardless of what due diligence is done prior to the merger, there is still lots to learn. I was speaking to a friend who is looking at acquiring a company. I was going to send him an email with tips of how to make it go smoother (notice I do not say smoothly - there will always be little issues). I thought it would make a good blog entry. My tips for integration: 1 - Have a rolling 90 day plan. The first 30 days should be "listen and learn".
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Doing due diligence. When it was revealed each passenger on the train had a part in Ratchett’s death, he struggled with balancing the murder with the fact Ratchett received his due.
N2Growth Blog
DECEMBER 20, 2010
People can do some due diligence before going to work for a compnay.
N2Growth Blog
MARCH 10, 2011
Due Diligence : Just because an idea sounds good doesn’t mean it is. By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth. First the bad news : If you’re not willing to embrace change you’re not ready to lead. Put simply, leadership is not a static endeavor.
Strategy Driven
SEPTEMBER 5, 2014
The importance of research, due-diligence and marketplace understanding surface. Most people and organizations fail due to never having control over certain ingredients, improper planning and the inability to change. Success and failure… it’s a matter of perspectives.
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 5, 2015
But before you make a commitment, I urge you to do just a little bit of due diligence. According to Google, in December of 2012, 1.44 million people searched on some variation of the phrase “make money online.” Maybe you even found this blog post by searching for that phrase yourself. If you’re reading this, you’re at least probably interested in it. I’ve been in the business of internet revenue generation for years.
Anese Cavanaugh
DECEMBER 16, 2011
If your intuition guides you to assume bad, dig deeper, do your due diligence, and check it out. And if it’s still no good, and due diligence proves that having your hackles up is truly important, you have a whole new set of actions and conversation to have. I believe that people generally come from a place of positive intention. If there is a disconnect, it often happens in their impact and the stories that get made up about their intentions.
Strategy Driven
APRIL 24, 2014
It’s created through a process of due diligence and a deliberate effort to intentionally and consistently integrate the seven core values into the workplace. LDRSHIP is an acronym for the seven core values of the U.S.
Anese Cavanaugh
SEPTEMBER 24, 2013
Done my due diligence. ” More due diligence. True story, I had to share. Because this may be showing up for you – either as the giver or the receiver – and if it is, it’s likely completely unintentional. And we can do something about that. This morning I got a gift. A major gift. So here you go. Take this and use it as it serves you — however it serves you.
Joseph Lalonde
NOVEMBER 13, 2017
Doing due diligence. When it was revealed each passenger on the train had a part in Ratchett’s death, he struggled with balancing the murder with the fact Ratchett received his due.
The Empowered Buisness
OCTOBER 30, 2013
If you are hiring anything less than “A” performing leaders, your leaders will hire mediocre employees that are not as good as they are, due to their own insecurities. Secret #5: Stop relying on intuition; start relying on unbiased, objective due diligence.
Building Personal Strength
FEBRUARY 5, 2010
We all need to do our due diligence and take care of business. So Laura Silsby and her nine missionary colleagues have been charged with abducting Haitian children. It could have been worse.
Marshall Goldsmith
MARCH 24, 2014
I suggested to my seatmate that the real cause of his anger might be that he was beating himself up for being a poor judge of character and not conducting adequate due diligence into the purchase. Getting angry with other people often means you’re just upset with yourself. by Marshall Goldsmith. On a flight from Zurich to New York, I sat next to a very successful investor who had paid too much for a small high-tech firm.
N2Growth Blog
OCTOBER 28, 2010
I can’t even begin to count the number of times I watched people miss great opportunities due to a poor sense of timing. I’ve observed the risk adverse take due diligence one step too far, the greedy negotiate too long, the impulsive jump the gun, and the plodders move to slow.
Mills Scofield
OCTOBER 17, 2012
citizens do as much due diligence into the candidates they vote for as they do into the new TV, smartphone or car they will buy. In watching the debate, if it can be called that, last night, 3 things hit me – Respect (or lack thereof), Power (or illusion of) and Knowledge (or lack thereof).
Strategy Driven
MARCH 28, 2016
Buyers have to do their due diligence, understand integration issues, get sign-off, have lawyers approve the deal, and so on. Here’s a quick one-question quiz: What is the most important requirement for a successful product launch? A great product.
Harvard Business Review
DECEMBER 26, 2014
A normal acquisition process seeks to ensure something basic: a strategic rationale for a deal, supported by a thoughtful selection process, with known risks identified by a short, intense due diligence. Those who conduct integration due diligences have two major advantages.
Mills Scofield
JANUARY 12, 2013
Of course, I did a bit of due diligence into this Doug guy and said yes. My friend, Doug Sundheim’s new book, Taking Smart Risks , is an early winner for 2013 Must Reads. Before I get to how great the book is, the story of how Doug and I met starts with taking a smart risk!
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