The Center For Leadership Studies

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

In this time of unrest and change, the role of Emotional Intelligence (EI) in leadership has emerged as the critical skill set for leaders. Having watched the corporate leadership landscape for over 25 years now, I am relieved to see EI getting the attention it deserves! But you can use your leadership to begin the healing process.

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Mike Cardus

AUGUST 9, 2013

Example - Consulting a finance team from a mining company we had to figure out a way to get the budget reports to the finance team on-time so accurate profit and loss + budgets could be shared and allocated to operations. For years the team emailed and bugged people, sharing data on who was NOT getting the budget reports to finance.

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Lead on Purpose

FEBRUARY 22, 2014

The leading candidate is the scheming CFO played by Frederic March, a passionless, colorless bean counter groping for power, but with no vision beyond increasing dividend payouts to stockholders. This 1954 movie brought the truly timeless and consequential components of leadership into focus for me. They were masters of motivation.

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In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 23, 2012

The companies that employed me were generally the underdogs in battles against bigger, better-financed organizations. By concentrating on proactive projects within your control, you can force the enemy to follow you. Against mounting odds, we did more than survive. We thrived. Focus on the things that matter.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2010

Leadership requires attention to detail and a commitment to quality, but rarely does it require perfection. Leadership requires attention to detail and a commitment to quality, but rarely does it require perfection. While leadership doesn’t require being perfect, it does require doing what is needed and necessary.

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Great Leadership By Dan

SEPTEMBER 15, 2011

Developing a Leadership Training Program for High Potentials: A Case Study. Given the number of baby boomers expected to retire between now and 2030 (the last group of baby boomers reach of the age of 65 in 2030, and, of course, some may choose to work past age 65) organizations need to prepare others to take over leadership roles.

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N2Growth Blog

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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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 29, 2010

So many people go off half-cocked and attempt something grandiose or unattainable by any measure and then find themselves cashing in again on a failed project, initiative, or life goal. When are the Finance and Research steps complete? Initiate the finance process. recent posts 3 Tips To Take More Powerful Notes During Meetings.

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Joseph Lalonde

JULY 16, 2018

A Reel Leadership Article Paul Rudd and Evangeline Lilly return in the 20th Marvel Cinematic Universe movie Ant-Man And The Wasp. There are leadership lessons in Ant-Man And The Wasp you’ll not want to miss. Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Ant-Man And The Wasp. Leadership starts with a passion.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 17, 2017

An ERP management information system integrates areas such as planning, purchasing, inventory, sales, marketing, finance and human resource. Once purchased, the software has to be implemented and the staff needs to be trained on how to use this powerful change management tool. Efficiency .

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 7, 2015

Clearly, it’s more than a “game” when potential employers and university leadership are involved. ” Or where they weren’t, “I don’t have much of a finance background, that’s why I’m here to round it out, BUT I’m GREAT at Powerpoint.”

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 17, 2010

There is nothing short of a voluminous amount of leadership information being published on a daily basis. Is it because everything valuable in regard to leadership has already been discovered? I believe our world is suffering greatly due to a lack of leadership.

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Women on Business

APRIL 4, 2012

They are able to take their ideas and create a powerful network to support their dreams to come alive. Women have a strength within their household as the decision makers in finances and big ticket purchases. What I have seen happen when women connect with other empowered women: 1.

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Chris Brady

MARCH 22, 2010

Main | Teach Me What to Think » March 22, 2010 Brazil and the MORE Project  Just getting back from a whirl-wind tour of the MORE Project in Brazil. What MonaVie , Sergio Ponce, and the MORE Project are doing in Brazil is incredible. I have posted a new photo album in the margin for anyone interested. 

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Women on Business

DECEMBER 20, 2010

Right now I am researching the first section of my new book “Dipping in the WELL: Women Executive Leadership Learning”. While our power base is growing it is vital to have our wisdom keep up with our positions of authority. Related posts: Leadership and a Cup of Tea The next six weeks of winter are the challenging ones.

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The Practical Leader

JUNE 1, 2022

As so often happens when you’re newly attuned to an issue, not long after that meeting, I came across a highly relevant remark from Warren Bennis, when he was Distinguished Professor of Business Administration and Founding Chairman of The Leadership Institute at the University of Southern California. ” Do things ever settle down?

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Restructuring Finance Politics Energy 75

Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 1, 2016

This month we are featuring Instigator Susan Mazza , CEO of Clarus-WORKS , Founder/Author of Random Acts of Leadership ™, and Co-Author of The Character-Based Leader. Susan graduated from Penn State with a BS in Finance and International Business. Ultimately she became an IT professional and project manager.

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Strategy Driven

JANUARY 7, 2022

Or, within a company, a sales manager strolling and talking with the head of project development. Hugo, by the way, became minister of finance, and Otilia was appointed minister of culture. A simple yet powerful exercise. Imagine an oil industry executive having a long, relaxed, open conversation with an environmental activist.

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QAspire

SEPTEMBER 26, 2010

Live The Life You Want and Change the World ” – very apt because the book tells you how to do that using a combination of powerful personal stories, anecdotes and some solid advice on success and living a remarkable life. He is on a mission to help people live unconventional lives and he sets a powerful example for others.

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Mills Scofield

NOVEMBER 3, 2014

Other factors, like meaningful work, a wide degree of autonomy, and strategic recognition (both internal and external) seem to be more powerful drivers. BIO: Kris Ansin is the Executive Director of the Mali Health Organizing Project, increasing access to quality primary care in peri-urban communities, the world''s fastest growing populace.

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Mike Cardus

FEBRUARY 25, 2013

You are team leader on a cross-functional team project that includes; Sue from finance, Jack from engineering, Brian from Quality Assurance, Stephanie from human resources, Terri is the customer representative, Tony from production and Mike (me) is the team coach…. Otherwise I have not choice but to deselect you from this project.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

Rankings, Lists and Recognitions The Power 150 – Top Marketing Blogs This list ranks the top 150 marketing blogs based on an algorithmic approach using Google page rank, Technorati rankings, Bloglines ranking and editorial quality. N2 is a proud member of Linked-In.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

To this day I’m amazed at how many CEOs still own tasks, roles, projects, and responsibilities that should be delegated to others. Kicking the bird out of the nest and saying go fly with the project is short sighted and very weak leadership.

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CEO Blog Delegation Covey 349

Marshall Goldsmith

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

I am very excited to announce the selection of the 100 Coaches in our pay-it-forward project! For those of you who haven’t heard of the project, here is a little back story. I made a 30-second video about the project for LinkedIn. Three iconic leaders inspired the 100 Coaches project. 100 COACHES.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 28, 2010

Anyone who has ever launched a new initiative understands the inevitability of running into numerous barriers over the life-cycle of any project. Rob [link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] }*/.feedback_prompt link] Most Tweeted Articles by Leadership Development Experts [.] Thanks for the comment Joe.

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N2Growth Blog

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?&# The most important decision a leader can make with regard to any implementation, initiative, project, objective, goal, task, etc. is who they are going to put in charge?

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N2Growth Blog

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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Women on Business

DECEMBER 28, 2010

Companies now understand the impact of diversifying their talent pool, especially in leadership roles. o Take on high profile projects. The recommendation from Harvard Business Review and Catalyst is for organizations to adopt formal sponsorship programs similar to IBM Europe. They need to advocate for an advocate or sponsor.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 11, 2011

If your small business plan can move the nation forward, you’re a step closer to winning Uncle Sam’s financing and support. Equipment leasing can help you gear up for construction projects on Anchorage’s two active military bases. Authentic Leadership I was recently at the Pa. Governor’s Conference for Women.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 5, 2010

In today’s post I’ll clearly explain the difference between vision and mission … As as a backdrop to answering today’s question, I want to share a simple organizational framework I developed several years ago to help executives gain a better understanding of leadership structure.

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Blog Mission Statement Tactics Objective 395

N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

You cannot separate leadership from decisioning, for like it or not, they are inexorably linked. What if the costs exceed projections, and the benefits fall short of projections? They make bad decisions. And in some cases they compound bad decision upon bad decision.

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Blog Analysis CEO Brand 416

Women on Business

DECEMBER 15, 2010

One of my solutions includes cutting and pasting it from an old email or document, which means adding time on to completing an email, project, etc. But because it’s for convenience, it’s really not ideal for lengthy projects, marathon typing, and other assignments. Ctrl V has now become the magic command for pasting my MIA character.

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Press Release Letter Discount PR 203

Deep Imprints

MAY 15, 2012

When you are in the middle of a big project, turmoil seems unending. What will a finished project look like? Every project must start with a vision. Without a vision of what your completed project looks like, you won’t know when you are done. What resources will this project need, and how will I get them?

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Crisis Project Finance Resources 56

Women on Business

JANUARY 3, 2011

In the past two years, I have used several interns and find them invaluable for getting those pesky details of projects done. Sometimes it is for school credit, other times it’s just for building a resume. I have paid some, but not all. Here are my guidelines: Identify a specific job or two that an intern might do.

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Women on Business

JANUARY 3, 2011

All participants who provide an email address will receive synopsis of what women are saying, at the end of the project. myTRUSTnetwork will not see anyone’s responses, just an aggregate total report at the end, so it is 100% confidential. Please take the survey and help myTRUSTnetwork gather the information they need.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2010

a 12 month project. I now own two small construction companies, I believe this industry could actually change to commission//Salary. As we grow, I will create this type of pay structure. Salary, with the abillity thru bonuses or commissions. I do not believe in babysitting a highly paid person. Happy Holidays. I Think Not.

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Blog Metrics Brand CEO 382

N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 12, 2010

He is one of my favorite leadership bloggers, and hopefully we’ll still be on speaking terms after this post. In a highly productive organization the power and influence of your voice is earned through trust and performance, and not entitlement. The business world is not fair…it is regrettably most times rather merciless.

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