Lead Change Blog

JUNE 15, 2015

Often I am disappointed when I hear such a response because the underlying assumption is that they can’t manage the communication dynamic based on their current skills; that success hinges entirely on whether or not someone has had the class. Managing up,” as some call it, is not about manipulation. But let me be clear.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 29, 2018

With employee disengagement remaining at very high levels in America and globally, and growth in significant new scientific findings that shed light on conditions necessary for human flourishing, it’s time to reconsider management theory and our approach to maximizing the performance of individuals and organizations.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 31, 2023

Transform your leadership and team’s results with the power of small habits Your team won’t become a high-functioning powerhouse after one offsite. There are no leadership hacks or shortcuts that will transform your organization or results. The idea was deemed far too risky, and most engineers wrote it off as an unsafe proposal.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 7, 2020

Welcome to the April 2020 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Paula Kiger of Big Green Pen shared Overcome social distance with empathy in leadership.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 20, 2021

Accomplished leadership and executive coaches Bill Berman and George Bradt have discovered over the past 30 years that: People lose their ability to influence others and impact the organizations they work at because they are not focused on the most essential, mission-critical business and cultural priorities of the organization.

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The Center For Leadership Studies

AUGUST 28, 2023

There have been, and will forever be, aspects and elements of leadership that remain consistent. Few would argue that surrounding this modest core of timeless stability, the forces of leadership are in a continual state of flux. Providing leadership training exclusively to managers creates an “us vs. them” cultural dynamic.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 24, 2013

“The truth is that no one factor makes a company admirable; but if you were forced to pick the one that makes the most difference, you’d pick leadership.”. When it comes to leadership development, the commitment of the CEO and top dogs is the #1 most important success factor. Again, executive influence comes into play here.

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Engaging Leader

DECEMBER 14, 2015

“Instead, employees self-manage and belong to different decision-making circles that keep the company operating.” On Engaging Leader, we’ve often discussed how 21st-century teams require going beyond traditional command-and-control leadership (which I call Influence 2.0) One crucial principle of Influence 3.0

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Career Advancement

JUNE 15, 2020

As a manager, take action now to make sure your organization maximizes the potential of all its people, helping them develop the most vital skills for their shifting roles and functions. Most people can’t understand it without having someone to translate it and make recommendations for how it should influence organizational direction.

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CO2

DECEMBER 16, 2023

Executive coaching has become a pivotal strategy for businesses aiming to navigate the complexities of modern leadership. These can include enhanced leadership skills, better team performance, increased employee engagement, improved productivity, higher employee retention, and overall business growth.

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Lead Change Blog

MARCH 7, 2016

Welcome to the March 2016 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! They range from how to lead in a crisis to how to develop leadership qualities when things are calm. Bill recaps, “An effective manager is an organized manager — because being organized reduces distractions and removes the unnecessary from your life.

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The Practical Leader

APRIL 19, 2023

In Colleen McCullough’s historical fiction novel, Fortune’s Favorites , she describes a scene in the ancient Roman senate when the dictator, Sulla, asked for discussion of his proposal. Some can spout the latest management book leader-speak. Ofella spoke up in opposition to Sulla’s plans. All were in favor.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 16, 2017

Relationship building is critical for anyone wishing to rise to any position of leadership. And, in the long term, it enhances your ability to influence. This is especially important for the people that work under your leadership. Couple that with a genuine desire to serve and you make leadership a successful practice.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 7, 2013

Welcome to The January 2013 Leadership Development Carnival: Best of 2012 Edition! Each of the leadership bloggers below were asked to submit their best (i.e., I'd say that's pretty darn efficient leadership development. Believe it or not, this is my number one leadership/management related post.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 8, 2019

The early adopters first take a critical look at the proposal before deciding whether it’s a good idea or not. It’s really the early adopters who are the most important influencers: others value their opinion, because these coworkers are committed, engaged, and critical. wonder how long it will last this time.” Who to Target.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 4, 2016

But they can only be heard accurately and acted upon when our audience has bought in to, and learned how to manage, any proposed change, and all relevant ‘systems’ are GO. Everything that will ultimately touch the proposed change must buy-in or the system will continue to reject the information. When Information is Applicable.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

OCTOBER 9, 2013

I’d prepare my reasoning in a way that felt right to me; I often found myself thinking as I put the finishing touches on my proposals, “This is good. When you are open to stakeholders’ input you’ll create trust and often develop partners who will support you when it comes time to make the final proposal.

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CO2

APRIL 20, 2012

14 Fascinating Theories from Leadership Studies. If you’ve never delved into the field of leadership studies as a businessperson or college student , you really should. That’s the basis behind this early 20th century theory proposed by Thomas Carlyle. Posted on Tuesday April 10, 2012by Staff Writers at BestCollegesOnline.com.

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The Center For Leadership Studies

MAY 24, 2021

This insight provides you with enhanced awareness of the behavior of those you interact with and attempt to influence, as well. i: INFLUENCE — This style is both bold and accepting. As such, they will typically respond to disruptions in their routine by openly questioning the feasibility and viability of the proposed path forward.

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Chartered Management Institute

MAY 3, 2023

3 May Dear all, On a recent episode of the FT ’s Working It podcast, Ann Francke discussed how to turn around a toxic workplace culture and the importance of holding senior leadership to account. Evidence from around the world shows that countries with more highly trained public-sector managers also have better public services.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 30, 2015

That may be - but it doesn’t mean that you’re not a powerful influencer. As powerful leaders and influencers, let’s carefully consider a leader's responsibilities - and a leader's reason for being. I believe we are at our best as leaders and influencers when we express gratitude for people’s skills, efforts, and ideas.

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QAspire

APRIL 9, 2017

He emphasizes on importance of mindset, getting influence devolved to people closest to change, change through small experimentation and not initiating change without a clear problem statement and some evidence that proposed solution will result in net positive business outcome. Managing Process Changes and Disruption.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

At this point, key findings are shared, and your external board review partner will typically propose an action plan. CEO Succession Executive leadership is far too crucial to leave unplanned or to neglect until there’s a dire need to fill a position. That’s why N2Growth is proud to support organizations as they plan CEO succession.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 22, 2012

In one group, the people embraced a very similar philosophy and mindset on the proposed topic. I discovered that even though my values and opinions remained basically the same, my influence with my new friends increased. Authentic Leadership. Because their influence is felt, their leadership is more highly regarded.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 19, 2015

A cardinal rule of gaining effective momentum to implement any project or change management endeavor is organizational alignment. No amount of change management training will substitute for an organization lacking in alignment of strategies and decision making. use that information to help you frame your presentation.

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The Practical Leader

AUGUST 26, 2020

scene in the Roman senate when the dictator Sulla asked for any objections to his proposal. Some can quote the latest management book leader-speak. They even think they’re good examples of leadership and don’t realize this fatal flaw is overshadowing their strengths. They are good people doing a bad job.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2019

In fact, one in five hiring managers say that this is a box they look to check before extending an offer, and in one survey, nearly 70% of hiring managers said that following up not only matters but failing to do so could even lead to dismissal from the process. So how do you do follow up well? Instead, continue the conversation.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 3, 2015

Much of what is written about leadership falls into the category I call ‘trait-centered leadership’: someone deemed ‘at the top’ who uses his/her personality, influence, and charisma to inspire and give followers – possibly not ready for change – a convincing reason to follow an agenda set by the leader or the leader’s boss.

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Charisma Leadership Resistance Welch 50

Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 10, 2012

Guest post by Great Leadership regular contributor Beth Armknecht Miller: One of my five top leadership mistakes is the vicious spiral many leaders get sucked into: the urgent taking over the important on a continual basis. delegation, time management, and emotional intelligence (the ability to be calm and not over react).

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Emotional Intelligence Delegation Long-term Stress 246

Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 27, 2010

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Nathan Magnuson

OCTOBER 5, 2015

I recently shared my thoughts on Eric Jacobson’s leadership website about how managers can engage their Millenial employees. Don’t change your mindset, but take the time to listen and ask questions before proposing sweeping changes in new environments. Managers lament being informed of problems.

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Proposal Constraint eBook Agility 120

The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 17, 2020

The concept of hero leadership came into its own in 1978 when James MacGregor Burns published his Pulitzer Prize winner, in which he described the transformative leader. This phenomenon seemed to be largely confined to the CEO themselves, with hospitalization of senior managers having about half as big an impact as that of the CEO.

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CEO Contingency Plans Politics Human Capital 88

Strategy Driven

JUNE 10, 2015

Much of what is written about leadership falls into the category I call 'trait-centered leadership': someone deemed 'at the top' who uses his/her personality, influence, and charisma to inspire and give followers – possibly not ready for change - a convincing reason to follow an agenda set by the leader or the leader's boss.

Charisma 50

Charisma Leadership Resistance Follow-up 50

RapidStart Leadership

JULY 25, 2017

Leadership is about influencing people in a specific direction, but sometimes that direction needs to change. He invited the General Manager to ride with him to see his district. Bratton picked up the manager in a small car, just like the ones he proposed buying. Numbers can be manipulated.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Sales managers need to do a much better job at onboarding and coaching in this new environment. Be sure to work with the buying team to prepare a presentation that proves the value of your product or solution to their executive management. following up with all buying influences. building trust with the buying team.

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Dunning Supply Chain CPA Compliance 95

Strategy Driven

JULY 3, 2019

The enterprise architecture should manage changes in the architecture, but input by other employees should be appreciated. The pyramid presents questions that arise when changes in the architecture are proposed. A proposal for change should correspond with the primary organizational objectives.

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Enterprise Architecture Process Decentralization Agility 50

N2Growth Blog

JULY 22, 2014

Or, if you are responsible for managing Solopreneur projects, how can you be sure that the work will increase impact and productivity? Novo: Change the Lens of Thought-leadership and the Approach to Professional Development. Distinctio: Accept a New Way to Play in the Leadership and Innovation Sandbox – Differentiation.

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