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Stop Right There! 5 Phrases that Crush Collaboration and Tank Teamwork

Let's Grow Leaders

Instead of closing the door on discussion, why not keep it ajar for more ideas , refinements, and maybe—just maybe—finding a path to team unity that doesn’t involve mutual evasion tactics? That’s a Terrible Idea You’re not Simon Cowell judging amateur karaoke, and even if you were, every idea has some merit.

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The Best Leadership Books of 2023

Leading Blog

From Sun Tzu to Julius Caesar, the ancient Israelites to Zelensky, there’s a bold and highly effective tactic seen throughout history—when leaders want to motivate their troops for success, they destroy all opportunities for retreat, and go all-in on the mission.

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Team Building and Leadership Development with MBA Students

Mike Cardus

Facilitated the orientation program for the incoming MBA class of Simon Graduate School of Business at the University of Rochester. During my Simon School orientation, I had the opportunity to build my communication skills through small group activities. Thank you University of Rochester Simon Graduate School of Business.

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Bolt-on Alignment

Lead Change Blog

One of the best bolt-on tools at the core level is Simon Sinek’s Start with Why. marketing, sales, product development, and innovation). FrontLine bolt-ons focus on tactics and techniques for getting things done and delivering what the customer is buying. Sinek goes deep into defining a purpose. Don’t get overwhelmed by them.

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The Best Leadership Books of 2014

Leading Blog

We must be creative and innovative in our organizations but perhaps more importantly, in working on ourselves. Leaders Eat Last : Why Some Teams Pull Together and Others Don''t by Simon Sinek The title of the book— Leaders Eat Last —comes from a conversation with a Marine Corps general. A S LEADERS we must learn and grow. Blog Post ).

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Five Foursquare Tactics to Attract Customers

Harvard Business Review

Innovative retailers are leveraging the growing popularity of check-ins to create fun, meaningful, interactions that encourage long-term loyalty. Walgreens could offer a discount on shampoo or any of the other products it offers, but the pharmacy decided to do something innovative.

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22 Leadership Lessons And Quotes From Jurassic World

Joseph Lalonde

In your leadership, what old tactics can you bring back out or refresh to help you lead better? They were constantly trying to innovate to increase their profits. Being an innovative organization is a must. Simon Masrani – The key to a happy life is to accept you are never in control. Are you listening?