Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 30, 2022

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. Underinvestment in Technology. Failing technology. Leadership Lessons.

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The Practical Leader

MARCH 13, 2024

As I wrote about the accountability mess , a good person in a bad system or process sets that them up for failure — and blame. About 85% of the time the fault is caused by the system, processes, structure, or practices of the organization. These core systems either boost or block performance.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 30, 2022

There are leadership lessons in Southwest Airline’s fall from grace. The company has been a servant-leadership darling since it’s inception and co-founder Herb Kelleher applied the principles for decades before stepping down as CEO in 2001. Underinvestment in Technology This was the main root of their problem.

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Modern Servant Leader

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Southwest Airlines just agreed to a $140 Million settlement with the Department of Transportation over the meltdown of Southwest’s systems during December 2022 travel. Leadership’s failure to heed their employees. What began with a winter storm in 2022 rapidly escalated into a scheduling system meltdown.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in September 2023 curated just for you. For the first time, authors Wendy Leshgold and Lisa McCarthy share their proven system along with compelling stories from the people who have made their boldest ambitions a reality. Change is not the exception, it’s the rule.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 26, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I advise my clients on various aspects of leadership, and one topic that has been gaining increasing importance in today’s rapidly evolving business is the role of ethics in artificial intelligence (AI).

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 24, 2023

In an industry as complex and rapidly evolving as healthcare, having strong executive leadership is more important than ever. Healthcare executives need to possess a deep understanding of the industry, including its unique regulatory landscape, emerging technologies, and evolving patient needs.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 8, 2019

A FTER 18 YEARS on the MIT faculty, I thought I knew a thing or two about leadership. But in 1999, at the height of the Internet boom, I took a two-year leave of absence to serve as director of system architecture at Akamai Technologies, an MIT start-up located here in Cambridge. To keep leading, keep learning.

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Lead from Within

APRIL 12, 2024

As AI technologies continue to advance, leaders must embrace this transformative wave to stay relevant and succeed in their roles. Encourage employees to develop AI-related skills and stay updated with the latest technological advancements. Empower Human-Machine Collaboration: Encourage collaboration between humans and AI systems.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2017

Otherwise, the introduction of digitalized commerce technologies will only amount to paving over the cow paths! The assembly-line, given the power of today’s digital technology, is becoming an unnecessary construct. In essence, business processes need not be limited by reporting lines or geography in this kind of operating model.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 13, 2021

Coconino County has enhanced its Public Works fleet operations by focusing on employee development and establishing new business practices. In the last five years, Public Works leadership have taken many actions to build a sustainable future. Background. Flagstaff, Arizona receives an average of 100 inches of snow in a year.

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HR Digest

APRIL 14, 2023

The shift from function to strategic thinking has been driven by several factors, including advances in technology, changes in the global business environment, and the recognition of the importance of talent management to organizational success. This can provide opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 14, 2023

In an increasingly digitized world, artificial intelligence (AI) has become an integral part of business operations, revolutionizing efficiencies and capabilities across industries, However, its incorporation presents an evolving ethical landscape that leaders must navigate diligently. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 8, 2017

Regardless of titles or functional position, the lead role in a security organization is expected to wear many hats and solve a myriad of strategic, operational and tactical problems. Network systems security. Human resource leadership. Today’s information security leaders are faced with: Technology aligned reporting structure.

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CO2

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

This is where business coaching and leadership development emerges as not just a support system, but a critical investment in the future of your company. It’s a journey where coaches, with their expertise and experience, help you navigate the complexities of business decisions, strategy formulation, and personal leadership development.

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Lead from Within

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

In the rapidly evolving world of leadership, staying ahead of the curve is crucial. Embracing innovative tools and technologies is no longer optional; it’s a strategic imperative. These systems can analyze your decision-making patterns, provide alternative options, and highlight potential risks.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

T HE BIGGEST CHANGE being brought about by AI is not human replicas, but the emergence of digital operating models. The operating model is how that is accomplished. The goal of the operating model is to deliver value at scale, to achieve sufficient scope, and to respond to changes by engaging in sufficient learning.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 1, 2014

Training System™ -- a new platform that promises to reshape how training is delivered in modern organizations. Training System™ takes the concept to a new level. Training System™, RLI conducted extensive on-site research at some of America’s leading companies. Training™ System,” explained Hokes. The T.O.I.L.E.T.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 8, 2011

home about rich our team news our fans services executive coach business coach speaking inspire media knowledge books affiliates contact Rich Gee Group 203.500.2421 Are We Experiencing A Technology Tsunami? Lately, I find as each month progresses, I am leveraging the old basics of business and office technology less and less.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

As we navigate through the challenges of the 21st century, it’s clear that managing a facility with an eye towards both operational efficiency and environmental stewardship isn’t just wise; it’s imperative. Keep up with the latest trends and technologies to continually refine your approach. That’s the goal.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Your business now operates as part of a global digital eco-system where leveling the playing field has become a digital impossibility. Stop thinking about managing the risk of technology, tools, and process improvement. The post Leadership and Digital Transformation appeared first on The Executive Hub.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Executive recruiting services tend to operate reactively. Executive search is typically more in-depth, and your executive search partner will go to great lengths to understand what your perfect-fit leadership hire looks like. What Are Executive Recruiting Services? Executive search services take a far more proactive approach.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

"AI doesn't replace leadership; it redefines it. As executives navigate the complex waters of modern-day leadership, understanding AI isn't just beneficial—it's essential. For executives, AI isn't just about technology; it's about transformation. Analyze which areas of your operations could benefit the most from AI integration.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 26, 2020

Guest post from Mark Brown: Leaders in the outdoor leadership space are quite familiar with a wilderness ethic and organization called Leave No Trace. LNT has become the gold standard for organizations who operate in America’s backcountry environments. Rapid change and technological advances are only going to accelerate.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Is your board of directors operating at its maximum effectiveness? For boards to maximize their impact, make the greatest contributions, and perform to the best of their abilities, they must operate at their highest potential. Next, effective boards should have excellent leadership.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

While Chief Digital/Technology Officers or Chief Marketing Officers are often tagged with the innovator label, it is the CHRO who is the real innovator in 2020. Remember, it’s the people and culture who enable technology and marketing success – not the other way around. ?. Selection Methodology.

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Experience to Lead

JANUARY 29, 2024

Now more than ever, businesses are dealing with the impacts of significant world events that have altered how they operate today. From the 2008 global financial crisis to the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing, devastating effects of war and conflict, real leadership is required to navigate these challenging times.

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Skip Prichard

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Where Managerial Leadership Begins. This is the backdrop for understanding the purpose and role of managerial leadership: setting direction (i.e., people, processes, technologies, assets, money, etc.) “Leadership at its core is about exerting leverage.” Leadership at its core is about exerting leverage.

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Art Petty

MAY 17, 2023

As Layoffs Climb and AI Emerges, the Predictions are Flowing Like clockwork, bad news in the economy coupled with some scary new technology brings out the pundits offering exaggerated predictions for something or another. The post The Death of The Manager Role Is Predicted Yet Again.

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Mark Sanborn

FEBRUARY 10, 2024

Effective Leadership Satya Nadella’s transformative leadership at Microsoft demonstrates the profound impact of visionary and effective leadership. It’s crucial to develop leadership at all levels, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Leadership doesn’t make “a difference.” Be extraordinary.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2011

Leaders who don’t understand the value of distributable and actionable knowledge not only limit opportunities, but they’re also building huge contingent operating liabilities. It’s one thing to possess knowledge, but it’s quite another thing to leverage it.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 18, 2019

In Creative Construction , Gary Pisano says that when big organizations fail to innovate, the root cause is often related to “management practice and leadership than with organizational scale per se.” Each requires a different system in place to execute on it. Big organizations can innovate like small start-ups.

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CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

You should also learn about the industry the company operates in and the competitors they face. Learn the company’s technology and systems: Many companies use specialised software or systems to manage their operations. Make sure you learn how to use any technology or systems that are essential to your role.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2019

Of course, people have always worried that technology would take over their job. Gutenberg’s press probably created more social upheaval than any technological advancement has yet to do today. Third, massive automation will not take place based on our experience from previous generations of technology.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 7, 2021

Yet sometimes internal systems present metrics that are easy for us to monitor but aren’t the right things for us to monitor. A few years ago a printing plant client installed a new $20M high-technology press which could deliver speeds of 50,000 impressions an hour. Monitoring performance metrics is a good thing. Here’s an example.

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CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

You should also learn about the industry the company operates in and the competitors they face. Learn the company’s technology and systems: Many companies use specialised software or systems to manage their operations. Make sure you learn how to use any technology or systems that are essential to your role.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Technological progress and new digital products have perennially been relied upon for improving operations. Electronic Health Records (EHRs) were hailed as a cure to the inefficiency of paper-based systems. But the truth is, tech can often make bureaucracy worse.

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