The Horizons Tracker

JANUARY 11, 2024

. “If we think about how technology actually operates, we realize that there is not one point in the history of humanity when technology is not directly related to specific cultures and values, beliefs and biases, religious beliefs or gender stances,” the author argues.

Education 120

Education Technology Ethics Creativity 120

Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 19, 2023

This theory emphasizes the importance of leaders being humble, ethical, and compassionate, and places a strong emphasis on the leader’s role in developing and empowering their followers. Be a role model: Lead by example and set high ethical and moral standards for yourself and your organization. Disagree with?

Contingency Theory 109

Contingency Theory Leadership Leadership Styles Ethics 109

Mike Cardus

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Often used by people within positions of power within organizations, these clichés support control, group cohesion, or an agenda. Common examples include: “It’s just the way things are done here.” “If Challenging these clichés requires strategies that recognize their power and actively counteract their suppressive nature.

Strategy 78

Strategy P&L Taylorism Taylor 78

Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2020

Read the explanation and 5 examples of coaxing vs. challenging so you inspire instead of push people to change. Linda Fisher Thornton of LeadinginContext contributed Leadership: Evaluating Ethical Awareness. Wally Bock of Three Star Leadership provided The Power of the Pause. Find Linda on Twitter at @leadingincontxt.

Leadership Development 363

Leadership Development Development Leadership Follow-up 363

HR Digest

APRIL 15, 2023

In today’s rapidly changing business landscape, many organizations are turning to workforce AI to improve their operations and increase efficiency. This involves using AI-powered tools and technologies to automate routine tasks, freeing up employees to focus on more complex and strategic work.

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Goal Trends Efficiency Training 97

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2018

In truth, a casual observer focused on media channels might be hard pressed to move beyond greed, vested interests, abuse of power, poor ethics, ‘Me first’, and a top-down targeted culture. I still encounter too many organisations that operate by the seat of their pants – no vision, no values, no mission, and no strategy.

Leadership 276

Leadership Compliance Teamwork Ethics 276

Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2020

This phenomenon is driven by excessive egos that want power, prestige, recognition, and reward. A Transpersonal Leader operates beyond their own ego and personal drivers and balances the needs of all the organization’s stakeholders. Here is one example from a leader. The Transpersonal Touchstone Explored. Which might yours be?

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McKinsey Crisis Emotional Intelligence Self-aware 298

Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 13, 2023

Collaborative Ventures: The Power of Partnership Breaking Silos: Cross-Sector Engagement Collaboration is no longer a luxury; it’s a necessity. Advanced incinerators, autoclaves, and microwave treatments are just a few examples of how technology is redefining the industry. However, the story doesn’t end there.

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Sharpe Management Case Study Policies 104

HR Digest

MAY 3, 2023

IBM, one of the leading technology companies, is facing significant changes as it looks to incorporate artificial intelligence (AI) into its operations. IBM’s plan is just one example of this trend, and it is likely that more companies will follow suit.

Planning 52

Planning Ethics Industry Trends 52

Lead from Within

JULY 18, 2017

But operating without a conscience limits your influence over others, and even over yourself. When you operate without a clearly defined sense of ethics and morality, you will lose respect. Operate from the inside out. Add itional Reading you might enjoy: The Remarkable Power of the Truth Teller. Close the gaps.

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Quality Morale Operations Ethics 167

Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 29, 2024

For example, a memorable sequence of digits can reduce customer frustration by eliminating their need to search for contact information. Legal Considerations and Best Practices in Choosing a Vanity Phone Number While exploring available vanity numbers, it is essential to be mindful of regulatory requirements and ethical considerations.

Brand 85

Brand Advertising Trends CRM 85

Leading Blog

JANUARY 29, 2020

The idea that leaders are trustworthy, honest, and can be relied on to operate in the best interest of the public, the employee, the student, the parishioner, or even the shareholder has been shattered. Never underestimate the power of humility. Humility: A Sincere Regard for the Reality that We Cannot Go It Alone.

Leadership 313

Leadership Servant Leader Learning-by-Doing Crisis 313

Miles Anthony Smith

MAY 2, 2018

Uncover Effective, Expert Personal Brand Statement Examples​ What do Rand Fishkin, Charlie Puth, and Martha Stewart all have in common? They are all killer personal brand examples. While many equate strong personal branding only to powerful leadership, there's a lot more that goes into crafting a personal brand statement.

Brand 68

Brand Examples Career Godin 68

Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 28, 2012

But, doing that means operating with the right actions, not the right titles. Operating with trust. But operating with authentic trust requires more than behavioral integrity, the alignment of words and actions. Right” in this context implies operating with ethics, integrity, and a positive use of influence others can count on.

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Skills Self-aware Politics Follow-up 255

Lead Change Blog

JULY 28, 2016

Since my most current challenges revolve around shifting my professional focus toward the world of real estate, the examples that come to mind to illustrate these three areas will relate to that particular and very personal transition. Most of us operate in some formal fashion with others in professional alliance. SELF-DISCIPLINE.

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Real Estate Fashion Short-term Learning-by-Doing 150

Persuasive Powerhouse

AUGUST 15, 2010

August 15th, 2010 | Author: Mary Jo Asmus Yet another Fortune CEO has fallen due to ethics violations. Hewlett-Packard, a company that started out as an example of moral leadership with “The HP Way” in 1939, has proven itself vulnerable to an unscrupulous CEO when Mark Hurd recently resigned. Am I acting ethically in this situation?”

Ethics 184

Ethics Morale Open-book Blog 184

Chartered Management Institute

AUGUST 4, 2023

Intriguingly, it also has an operational team largely made up of Chartered Managers. Deputy chief operating officer Rachael Birks CMgr FCMI gets involved and calls a swift impromptu meeting to find a suitable bed within her orbit at North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust. It's an everyday story from the NHS playbook.

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Chief Operating Officer Management Leadership Crisis Management 98

QAspire

SEPTEMBER 22, 2013

Mahatma Gandhi, as we know, was a simple man who had no position, no wealth, no power and no authority. Yet, he altered the course of history by leading India to Independence through power of people. Gandhi’s impact is a testimony to the fact that you don’t need positional power to influence others.

Influence 180

Influence Career Ethics Commitment 180

Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2015

We enjoy watching powerful examples of superb teamwork on the court, field or racetrack pit on weekends and think it must surely be the most effective structure for all manner of results. The Power of a Partner-Leader. Reading Collective Genius , The Innovators , Creativity, Inc. Sourcing Innovation Collaboratively.

Innovation 150

Innovation Teamwork Blanchard Maturity 150

Skip Prichard

JANUARY 6, 2021

This “Power of autonomy at work” means trusting people to choose when, where, and how they work. We are witnessing the most progressive organizations operate as engines for learning. It means shedding the old work ethic in favor of a new ethic of work. For example, Squarespace exists to help people stand out and succeed.

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Altman Team Succession Leadership 140

Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 8, 2011

Some examples: I never load software anymore – in fact I don’t even use my CD/DVD player. What’s the impact on organizations like Symantec (virus), Gartner/Forrester (advisory), HP (printing), and Microsoft (operating systems)? recent posts 3 Tips To Take More Powerful Notes During Meetings. More efficient?

Technology 247

Technology Forrester Licensing Software 247

In the CEO Afterlife

FEBRUARY 4, 2015

The path upon which I am walking is the one paved by powerful corporate cultures and shared employee values. Monsanto , for example, enjoys the competitive advantage that emanates from a culture of clout. The power they exert from impregnable patents and scale economies is providing unprecedented sales and earnings growth.

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Competitive Advantage How To Human Resources Strategy 100

Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 13, 2010

It’s vital to inspire your team to perform by example and not tell them exactly what to do. Product management focuses on releasing the right products to the right markets at the right time; set both financial and operational goals for your product line. #4: Lead but don’t manage. Respect your team.

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Taylorism Taylor Tactics Ethics 245

N2Growth Blog

JULY 6, 2010

Posted on July 7th, 2010 by admin in Leadership , Operations & Strategy , Rants By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read some interesting articles and blog posts of late on the subject of CEO term limits, and felt this topic worthy of discussion.

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CEO Blog Long-term Short-term 305

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

Just like an algebraic formula, business also functions according to rules governing order of operations. If all enterprises had socially acceptable values and based all behavior on those values, how would that have changed the outcomes of things like, for example, Enron Corporation, Bernard L. Vision never drives mission.

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Blog Mission Statement Tactics Objective 395

N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Understanding the Concept of Governance Excellence Governance excellence refers to the strategic oversight conducted by a company’s board of directors that ensures ethical, sustainable, and profitable organizational operations. On the other hand, high performance is often a manifestation of excellent corporate governance.

Compliance 235

Compliance Efficiency Ethics Metrics 235

Skip Prichard

JUNE 22, 2020

There is no doubt that strong culture translates into a powerful competitive advantage. Zappos is one example. Trader Joe’s is another example. The culture required to drive a strategy of innovation is different from the culture required to develop efficiency or operational excellence. Jason Richmond.

How To 110

How To Middle Management Reputation Short-term 110

Tanveer Naseer

AUGUST 13, 2013

Arguably, all other vices could fall under the umbrella called pride, and if pride really is at the heart of humanity’s greatest ills, then it is, by that measure, the most destructive power in the world. On the other hand, have you ever had a coworker who had an amazing work ethic? These types of people are refreshing to be around.

Collins 279

Collins Norton Open-book Succession 279

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

Posted on November 29th, 2010 by admin in Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy , Talent Management By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Bonus or no bonus? I personally dont feel bonuses work to promote a good work ethic. That is the question. While many tend to favor this structure, it is far from perfect as well.

Blog 382

Blog Metrics Brand CEO 382

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 23, 2016

A few years ago, I was teaching a two-day program about ethics in India for entrepreneurs and business faculty who taught entrepreneurship. My aim was to take a new approach to values-driven leadership development, one that was a stark departure from the way companies and educators had been teaching business ethics.

Ethics 8

Ethics Entrepreneur Morale Critical Success Factor 8

Strategy Driven

JANUARY 25, 2021

Ideally, the home page will operate as a menu in the first instance. If you are selling cosmetics, for example, you can include in the “About us” statement that you only handle products that are cruelty-free. If you sell coffee, you can make clear here that all of your coffees are grown under Fair Trade rules.

Early Adopters 108

Early Adopters Content Mission Statement FAQ 108

Lead on Purpose

JULY 10, 2009

in the 1980s, put it this way: “In the end, all business operations can be reduced to three words: people, product and profits. With the right ‘business operations’ in place, your company will achieve success: People: In any company or organization, the real assets are the people. People come first.&#

Succession 133

Succession CFO Ethics Taylorism 133

N2Growth Blog

APRIL 25, 2010

These silos are staffed with legions of “tenured&# COBOL and C++ programmers, as well as &# tenured&# IT managers overseeing the operation. Reward talent, innovation, loyalty, attitude, creativity, work ethic, contribution, and leadership ability…not tenure. often evoke feelings of hatred at the mere mention of their name.

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Loyalty Blog Brand Follow-up 419

The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 18, 2019

So strongly did the company believe in the power of cycling to transform their business however, that they bought the team rather than simply sponsor it. It’s really important that we’re not sponsored by someone that compromises my ethics, and I’m really proud to wear a company’s logo that promotes education and multiculturalism.”.

Customer Loyalty 72

Customer Loyalty Education Loyalty ROI 72

Coaching Tip

APRIL 1, 2013

Many of the examples — the selfless C.E.O.’s, This 'law of love' is identified in many different ways--for example, in Wayne Baker's bestseller, " Achieving Success Through Social Capital " (Jossey-Bass), this law of love in the workplace is described as the "law of reciprocity.". Nothing more, nothing less.

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Social Capital Cialdini Mentor Incentives 139

The Idolbuster

OCTOBER 26, 2012

Today we’ll take a break from Busting Your Corporate Idol for this timely guest post from Omer Soker, Founder of The Ethics Of Success. . They overlook the power of collaboration with their employees. One example is Tony Hsieh who founded Zappos.com and sold it to Amazon for over US$1 billion.

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Cooper Motivation Herzberg Maslow 48

Skip Prichard

DECEMBER 19, 2019

We share the view that this may largely be down to the notion that it moves followers beyond self-interest, to see work as a greater good rather than simply a transaction for money, for example. When people see this in others we suggest it forms a bond, and in leadership this can be a powerful bond. Management by exception.

Leadership 67

Leadership Long-term Cooper Charisma 67