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No sharp twinge in my shoulder joint. skip to main | skip to sidebar Building Personal Strength Helping people grow stronger for the challenges of work and life. Sunday, January 2, 2011 BetterThan Blessings - Appreciating the Blessings Before going to my workout the other day, I stopped by The Home Depot to get some decorative hooks for one of the bathrooms. On the way from the parking lot to the entrance, I noticed something. No lower back pain. No weak feeling in my hip. MORE
Not only does decrease stress; it also keeps you mentally sharp and teaches you things you’d never learn otherwise. The average American reads four books a year. Successful entrepreneurs like Bill Gates read 50. The fact is, reading is a fundamental part of your growth as an entrepreneur or workplace professional. The problem for many […] The post The 18 Best Business Books To Read During Your Lunch Break appeared first on Joseph Lalonde. MORE
At your next meeting, instead using of phrases like “I think this will increase our business,” or “I believe this will make a difference to our bottom line,” try, instead: “This will increase our business,” or “This will make a difference…” and have supporting benefits and action items (and of course, SHARPs ) to back it up. A few times a week, I endure a rigorous indoor cycle class where all I want is a decent workout. MORE
According to John Manning , “there are Five Vital Questions you can ask to get razor-sharp clarity around your organization’s productivity. Answer these questions to get the facts and you can improve goal-setting, make more empowered decisions about your company’s strategic direction, and discover how to more effectively lead and inspire performance.” Read John’s guest post Five Questions Every CEO Should Ask over at About.com Leadership and Management. MORE
VIDEO: Dollar Shave Club Founder Michael Dubin On A Razor Sharp Idea The story of Dollar Shave Club is about as David and Goliath as it gets. Here are a selection of tweets from November 2019 that you don't want to miss: 14 Things Smart Leaders Do to Boost Their Own Confidence by @LollyDaskal. Edmund Morris on Edison by @JamesStrock. 10 Indicators Your Leadership Stock Is On the Rise by @WScottCochrane. 10 reasons culture change can seem daunting—and how to prevail by @MichaelDWatkins. MORE
Posted in Leadership Development This morning I hung out my freshly washed clothes to dry in the sharp, hot Mallorcan sun. After 3.5 years, I was struck by the realization that I actually enjoy this weekly act. Awaiting each batch of clean laundry is my funky royal blue clothes line strung between two orange trees. The process is so simple, [.]. Leadership Development MORE
But you’re probably more worried about the needle-sharp nails on the ceiling. Project pricing is like a balloon in a room made of nails. I’m not sure why such a room would exist or how you would get the balloon in there, but go with me on this one. On the pricing floor are the rusty nails that cheapen you and let the air out of your credibility or win you projects you can’t afford to deliver. As your pricing balloon drifts higher, it imputes higher value and gives you […]. MORE
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Related Stories Career Caffeine—What to Do When You Don’t Get the Promotion Career Caffeine—Why You Need a Sponsor More than a Mentor Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment. Thinking about looking for a new job? I’ll wager the first thing you feel compelled to do is update your résumé. It’s a nearly universal reflex. And, it’s wrong. MORE
When we need sharp thinking and problem-solving, our minds are full.”. A S LEADERS, we can and do introduce stress into the workplace. Charles Fred initiated a study of over 4000 post-startup business to find out why, after they had experienced early growth, had stagnated. What the researchers found is a problem in the way employees approached their roles, solved problems, and interacted with each other; poor-performing firms showed working environments of intense stress.” MORE
Although you might think little of a sharp turn, this one was vital because it navigated traffic around an active minefield. “Slow Down… You Will Get There Faster”. Fighter Pilot Saying. Too often, leaders choose to be “ Humvee leaders.” ” They are so worried about quickly making progress that no regard is given to intent, probability of success or the hazards encountered along the way. MORE
To further drive memorability take your message one step further using SHARPs. SHARPs are powerful, make sure they’re in your messages. Out of sight can mean out of mind. MORE
That probably started as a natural gift that he honed to a sharp edge over the years. My father-in-law, James Gladney McGee, Jr. died on November 3. One of the great blessings of my life was knowing him. Jim graduated from Clemson in 1953, when it was still a military school. After two years in the Army, he took a pay cut to go to work as a management trainee at the Sonoco Products Company. He retired 34 years later as President of Sonoco International. MORE
Taking Smart Risks : How Sharp Leaders Win When Stakes are High by Doug Sundheim. Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January. Infectious : How to Connect Deeply and Unleash the Energetic Leader Within by Achim Nowak. Real Influence : Persuade Without Pushing and Gain Without Giving In by Mark Goulston and John Ullmen. Admired : 21 Ways to Double Your Value by Mark C. Thompson and Bonita S. Thompson. MORE
With its very much engineering-like traditional educational system, with dozens of thousands of highly educated and very sharp-minded people getting to the “wild” market of the 90s, it was obvious such a talent capital […]. Question: Why did you start your company? Even back to 2010, Ukraine was already known for the Development talent it has. MORE
I was pretty sharp with people. In the first year or so it wasn’t just about proving how tough I was, I had to be tough. But I’d learned in the classroom, the last thing you want to do is put somebody down because then they freeze, and not only do they freeze, [.]. For Executives Culture Delegation Micro-Managers Narrative Stories MORE
Be SHARP. SHARPs (Stories, Humor, Analogies, References/Quotes, and Pictures) help make your points stronger and quicker. Don’t leave out SHARPs because you don’t have enough time – add SHARPS as they actually will save you time by making your point more rapidly. (Part 3 of a series by Bert Decker ). We live in a one-click world. Technology has shortened our expectations of time. Impatience reigns – sometimes that’s not so good, but it’s reality. MORE
Karen is the CEO of the New York-based strategic technology, staffing and project management company Sharp Decisions. Uncategorized Charity Honor Sharp Decisions V.E.T.S. “The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.” ” Albert Schweitzer. It has been called the greatest photograph of all time. It may well be the most widely reproduced, even winning the Pulitzer Prize for photography. MORE
This is why we emphasize the importance of using SHARPs –. A SHARP is that one bit of emotion that pushes our listeners over the edge – it makes them willing to act or be influenced. But the high stakes presentation is exactly when we need to use that analogy – that humor – that SHARP. If you want to drive action – close the deal, secure your budget, fire-up your team – you need to appeal to their emotions, which is exactly what SHARPs do. MORE
Bob's blog entries Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts chain Hiring Trends: Make Sure You Aren't Behind the Times Isadore Sharp Kate Benson MediaTec Talent Management magazine Chief Learning Officer magazine What’s In: Attitude What’s In: Dialogue What’s In: Vision What’s Out: Ego What’s Out: History What’s Out: MonologueHere is an excerpt from an article written by Kate Benson, featured by Talent Management magazine at its website. MORE
Related Stories Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Want to Lead Change at Work? Don't let the title of this article mislead you; I love mentors. MORE
That’s why it doesn’t happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. ” - Margery Wiliams, The [.] “Real isn’t how you are made,’ said the Skin Horse. ‘It’s a thing that happens to you…It doesn’t happen all at once,’ You become. It takes a long time. MORE
… Read the rest Guest Posts Gap Karen Ross Sharp Decisions Technical Technical Skills VeteransOriginally published by Guest Author, Karen Ross, at sharpdecisions.com. No Longer Desperate for Work, Veterans Seek More Meaningful Careers. For veterans, underemployment is the new unemployment. With the U.S. MORE
John Sharpe founder of The Four Seasons hotel chain summaries the distinctive challenges of the Third Ring: “The trouble with service delivery is that it can’t be checked in advance, like a piece of crystal, or a luxury car. management American Express customer service John Sharpe leadership The Four Seasons hotel The Three Rings of Perceived Value Tom Peters W. Fourth in a four part series on The Three Rings of Perceived Value. MORE
Beware the dulling effect of a predictable routine on the performance of your team. It might just be the single most dangerous adversary standing between you and future success. Here are 5 ideas to help you breakthrough routine and encourage rethinking: Leadership Leadership Caffeine Leading Change Performance Avoid Routine Inspiring Action Motivation team performance MORE
Kennan Harvard Business School Press How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking Isadore Sharp Lee-Chin Lincoln called "very near being a perfect man Lincoln called a "long armed Ape Roger Martin Salmon P. The Opposable Mind: How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking Roger Martin Harvard Business School Press (2007) When I first read this brilliant book, I was reminded of what Doris Kearns reveals about Abraham Lincoln in Team of Rivals. MORE
As someone who earns their living as a leadership advisor to Fortune 500 CEOs, I always keep a sharp eye peeled for up and coming leaders. Disclosure: My company, N2growth has worked with many of the organizations represented on this list. Lots of executives aspire to become a CEO, but few actually possess the leadership chops to pull it off. MORE
Over the 19 years, we have met some really sharp professional men and women. For 19 years (since April, 1998), Karl Krayer and I have conducted the First Friday Book Synopsis in Dallas. We meet at the wonderful Park City Club. Every month – two books – great food – great networking! Leaders; thinkers; folks […]. Randy''s blog entries MORE
Books Business Coaching Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Communication Leadership Personal Coaching Skills Success What is Work life Brief communicate infographics john sharp sales video joseph mccormack reading speaking unprepared salesman visual communications In business, if the person speaking doesn''t get to the point, his or her listeners will quickly conclude that the speaker either doesn''t have a point and it''s not worth their time to listen. MORE
A sharp decline of 7.3% is expected in 2020 in global technology spending due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is estimated that the industry will recover next year in a faster way than the recovery rate of the international economy. MORE
My guess is you need something short, sharp, and flexible enough to deal with anything that 2021 might bring? You maybe have not yet set out your goals for 2021, just like any other year. Of course, like 2020, 2021 will not be any other year. Here in the UK, we started the year with our third national lockdown. So, these are not ordinary times. How to address setting goals in that context? So, my mind turned to how I might simplify your goal-setting process? MORE
To further drive memorability take your message one step further using SHARPs. SHARPs are powerful, make sure they’re in your messages. Out of sight can mean out of mind. MORE
Simply put, the biggest challenge most teams have in forming sharp insights is that they become complacent and stop looking beyond their own four walls. A deep and sharp insight into a problem permanently changes the way we look at it , and when we have a new perspective, a clear solution will present itself, often in days or even hours. There is a difference between information and insights. MORE
Here is a mini-interview of Ross Guberman conducted by Nell Minow for BNET, The CBS Interactive Business Network (March 21, 2011). To check out an abundance of valuable resources and obtain a free subscription to one or more of the BNET newsletters, please click here. * * * The most important quality in an employee [.]. MORE
Posted in Leadership Coaching Leadership Development Once every few years I am driving a car that runs over a nail or sharp object and develops a flat tire. Sometimes I have time to wait for AAA to come out and change it. Other times, I’m in a hurry and tackle the task myself. It never is pretty. I’m slow and the [.] The Importance of Excelling vs. “Getting By” Leadership Coaching Leadership Development develop develop leaders Excellence mediocrity Strengths MORE
Related Stories Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Leadership Caffeine™—Now is the Time to Double-Down on the Fundamentals of Effective Leadership. MORE
Related Stories Career Caffeine—Why You Need a Sponsor More than a Mentor Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Free Webinar and Early Bird Pricing for First Time Managers Academy. MORE
Bob's blog entries Allstate Andrea Kates Audi Autodesk “Business Genome” Cisco CoLabs TED (Technology Continental Airlines Design Entertainment Find Your Next GE ecomagination GM/OnStar Hewlett-Packard IndieGoGo JP Morgan Chase KPMG LunaTik McGraw-Hill PF Chang’s Royal Dutch Shell (Asia-Pacific) Sharp Healthcare Starbucks the Houston Texans (NFL) Twyla Tharp We Bought a Zoo MORE
Related Stories Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Thinking Differently About What It Means to Lead. MORE
He modeled perfectly the use of SHARPs. But with the use of SHARPs, we can make our content pop, like it’s off the charts. Communication Skills How-To Leadership and Communications Made To Stick Messaging Public Speaking SHARPs and Stories Analogies Bachata Dominican music humor Pictures Pitbull Pitbull cruise References SHARPs stories VisualsNicky Jam. Ozuna. Gente de Zona. I am a huge Latin urban pop fan. I love dancing bachata to Dominican music. MORE
Bob's blog entries Design Wikipedia Hewlett-Packard McGraw-Hill JP Morgan Chase Cisco Allstate Andrea Kates “Business Genome” Audi Autodesk CoLabs TED (Technology Continental Airlines Entertainment Find Your Next GE ecomagination GM/OnStar IndieGoGo KPMG LunaTik PF Chang’s Royal Dutch Shell (Asia-Pacific) Sharp Healthcare the Houston Texans (NFL) Groupon Wikibrand MORE
Here are four ideas to help you survive and thrive when you find yourself working in a sharp-elbowed environment. The post Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment appeared first on Management Excellence by Art Petty. MORE
This is a terrific challenge, a really good idea – and, as importantly, brilliant advice to anyone who has anything to communicate. Which means — all of us!). Here’s the story, from an article by Dahlia Withwick on Slate.com: How Can You Explain “Color” to an 11-Year-Old? – Alan Alda’s challenge to scientists: Let kids […]. Randy''s blog entries MORE
Sharpe Related Topics Coaching Tip
APRIL 15, 2013
Simply put, the biggest challenge most teams have in forming sharp insights is that they become complacent and stop looking beyond their own four walls. A deep and sharp insight into a problem permanently changes the way we look at it , and when we have a new perspective, a clear solution will present itself, often in days or even hours. There is a difference between information and insights.
Management Excellence
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
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Art Petty
SEPTEMBER 20, 2020
Here are four ideas to help you survive and thrive when you find yourself working in a sharp-elbowed environment. The post Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment appeared first on Management Excellence by Art Petty.
Management Excellence
NOVEMBER 18, 2012
Beware the dulling effect of a predictable routine on the performance of your team. It might just be the single most dangerous adversary standing between you and future success. Here are 5 ideas to help you breakthrough routine and encourage rethinking: Leadership Leadership Caffeine Leading Change Performance Avoid Routine Inspiring Action Motivation team performance
First Friday Book Synopsis
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
This is a terrific challenge, a really good idea – and, as importantly, brilliant advice to anyone who has anything to communicate. Which means — all of us!). Here’s the story, from an article by Dahlia Withwick on Slate.com: How Can You Explain “Color” to an 11-Year-Old? – Alan Alda’s challenge to scientists: Let kids […]. Randy''s blog entries
General Leadership
AUGUST 20, 2018
… Read the rest Guest Posts Gap Karen Ross Sharp Decisions Technical Technical Skills VeteransOriginally published by Guest Author, Karen Ross, at sharpdecisions.com. No Longer Desperate for Work, Veterans Seek More Meaningful Careers. For veterans, underemployment is the new unemployment. With the U.S.
Decker Communication
JULY 29, 2020
To further drive memorability take your message one step further using SHARPs. SHARPs are powerful, make sure they’re in your messages. Out of sight can mean out of mind.
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Decker Communication
NOVEMBER 6, 2019
Be SHARP. SHARPs (Stories, Humor, Analogies, References/Quotes, and Pictures) help make your points stronger and quicker. Don’t leave out SHARPs because you don’t have enough time – add SHARPS as they actually will save you time by making your point more rapidly. (Part 3 of a series by Bert Decker ). We live in a one-click world. Technology has shortened our expectations of time. Impatience reigns – sometimes that’s not so good, but it’s reality.
General Leadership
APRIL 18, 2013
Karen is the CEO of the New York-based strategic technology, staffing and project management company Sharp Decisions. Uncategorized Charity Honor Sharp Decisions V.E.T.S. “The purpose of human life is to serve, and to show compassion and the will to help others.” ” Albert Schweitzer. It has been called the greatest photograph of all time. It may well be the most widely reproduced, even winning the Pulitzer Prize for photography.
Decker Communication
JUNE 20, 2018
This is why we emphasize the importance of using SHARPs –. A SHARP is that one bit of emotion that pushes our listeners over the edge – it makes them willing to act or be influenced. But the high stakes presentation is exactly when we need to use that analogy – that humor – that SHARP. If you want to drive action – close the deal, secure your budget, fire-up your team – you need to appeal to their emotions, which is exactly what SHARPs do.
Decker Communication
OCTOBER 3, 2018
He modeled perfectly the use of SHARPs. But with the use of SHARPs, we can make our content pop, like it’s off the charts. Communication Skills How-To Leadership and Communications Made To Stick Messaging Public Speaking SHARPs and Stories Analogies Bachata Dominican music humor Pictures Pitbull Pitbull cruise References SHARPs stories VisualsNicky Jam. Ozuna. Gente de Zona. I am a huge Latin urban pop fan. I love dancing bachata to Dominican music.
Decker Communication
SEPTEMBER 11, 2019
At your next meeting, instead using of phrases like “I think this will increase our business,” or “I believe this will make a difference to our bottom line,” try, instead: “This will increase our business,” or “This will make a difference…” and have supporting benefits and action items (and of course, SHARPs ) to back it up. A few times a week, I endure a rigorous indoor cycle class where all I want is a decent workout.
Leadership Freak
JULY 3, 2019
I’m back home in Central Maine where the people are wicked sharp, the Humpty Dumpty chips are wicked good, and the air smells like Christmas trees. See pronunciation guide below.) Wicked” is an… Continue reading → Leading
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First Friday Book Synopsis
JANUARY 28, 2012
Bob's blog entries Allstate Andrea Kates Audi Autodesk “Business Genome” Cisco CoLabs TED (Technology Continental Airlines Design Entertainment Find Your Next GE ecomagination GM/OnStar Hewlett-Packard IndieGoGo JP Morgan Chase KPMG LunaTik McGraw-Hill PF Chang’s Royal Dutch Shell (Asia-Pacific) Sharp Healthcare Starbucks the Houston Texans (NFL) Twyla Tharp We Bought a Zoo
First Friday Book Synopsis
MAY 28, 2011
Bob's blog entries Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts chain Hiring Trends: Make Sure You Aren't Behind the Times Isadore Sharp Kate Benson MediaTec Talent Management magazine Chief Learning Officer magazine What’s In: Attitude What’s In: Dialogue What’s In: Vision What’s Out: Ego What’s Out: History What’s Out: MonologueHere is an excerpt from an article written by Kate Benson, featured by Talent Management magazine at its website.
First Friday Book Synopsis
JULY 3, 2011
Kennan Harvard Business School Press How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking Isadore Sharp Lee-Chin Lincoln called "very near being a perfect man Lincoln called a "long armed Ape Roger Martin Salmon P. The Opposable Mind: How Successful Leaders Win Through Integrative Thinking Roger Martin Harvard Business School Press (2007) When I first read this brilliant book, I was reminded of what Doris Kearns reveals about Abraham Lincoln in Team of Rivals.
First Friday Book Synopsis
MARCH 24, 2011
Here is a mini-interview of Ross Guberman conducted by Nell Minow for BNET, The CBS Interactive Business Network (March 21, 2011). To check out an abundance of valuable resources and obtain a free subscription to one or more of the BNET newsletters, please click here. * * * The most important quality in an employee [.].
First Friday Book Synopsis
JANUARY 31, 2012
Bob's blog entries Design Wikipedia Hewlett-Packard McGraw-Hill JP Morgan Chase Cisco Allstate Andrea Kates “Business Genome” Audi Autodesk CoLabs TED (Technology Continental Airlines Entertainment Find Your Next GE ecomagination GM/OnStar IndieGoGo KPMG LunaTik PF Chang’s Royal Dutch Shell (Asia-Pacific) Sharp Healthcare the Houston Texans (NFL) Groupon Wikibrand
Coaching Tip
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
Books Business Coaching Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Communication Leadership Personal Coaching Skills Success What is Work life Brief communicate infographics john sharp sales video joseph mccormack reading speaking unprepared salesman visual communications In business, if the person speaking doesn''t get to the point, his or her listeners will quickly conclude that the speaker either doesn''t have a point and it''s not worth their time to listen.
Joseph Lalonde
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Not only does decrease stress; it also keeps you mentally sharp and teaches you things you’d never learn otherwise. The average American reads four books a year. Successful entrepreneurs like Bill Gates read 50. The fact is, reading is a fundamental part of your growth as an entrepreneur or workplace professional. The problem for many […] The post The 18 Best Business Books To Read During Your Lunch Break appeared first on Joseph Lalonde.
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 31, 2012
Posted in Leadership Development This morning I hung out my freshly washed clothes to dry in the sharp, hot Mallorcan sun. After 3.5 years, I was struck by the realization that I actually enjoy this weekly act. Awaiting each batch of clean laundry is my funky royal blue clothes line strung between two orange trees. The process is so simple, [.]. Leadership Development
CEO Insider
JULY 24, 2020
A sharp decline of 7.3% is expected in 2020 in global technology spending due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. It is estimated that the industry will recover next year in a faster way than the recovery rate of the international economy.
Art Petty
OCTOBER 23, 2020
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CEO Insider
JANUARY 3, 2020
With its very much engineering-like traditional educational system, with dozens of thousands of highly educated and very sharp-minded people getting to the “wild” market of the 90s, it was obvious such a talent capital […]. Question: Why did you start your company? Even back to 2010, Ukraine was already known for the Development talent it has.
The Practical Leader
JULY 20, 2011
John Sharpe founder of The Four Seasons hotel chain summaries the distinctive challenges of the Third Ring: “The trouble with service delivery is that it can’t be checked in advance, like a piece of crystal, or a luxury car. management American Express customer service John Sharpe leadership The Four Seasons hotel The Three Rings of Perceived Value Tom Peters W. Fourth in a four part series on The Three Rings of Perceived Value.
Great Leadership By Dan
OCTOBER 20, 2015
According to John Manning , “there are Five Vital Questions you can ask to get razor-sharp clarity around your organization’s productivity. Answer these questions to get the facts and you can improve goal-setting, make more empowered decisions about your company’s strategic direction, and discover how to more effectively lead and inspire performance.” Read John’s guest post Five Questions Every CEO Should Ask over at About.com Leadership and Management.
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 13, 2011
Posted in Leadership Coaching Leadership Development Once every few years I am driving a car that runs over a nail or sharp object and develops a flat tire. Sometimes I have time to wait for AAA to come out and change it. Other times, I’m in a hurry and tackle the task myself. It never is pretty. I’m slow and the [.] The Importance of Excelling vs. “Getting By” Leadership Coaching Leadership Development develop develop leaders Excellence mediocrity Strengths
Building Personal Strength
JANUARY 1, 2011
No sharp twinge in my shoulder joint. skip to main | skip to sidebar Building Personal Strength Helping people grow stronger for the challenges of work and life. Sunday, January 2, 2011 BetterThan Blessings - Appreciating the Blessings Before going to my workout the other day, I stopped by The Home Depot to get some decorative hooks for one of the bathrooms. On the way from the parking lot to the entrance, I noticed something. No lower back pain. No weak feeling in my hip.
Art Petty
OCTOBER 18, 2020
Related Stories Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Leadership Caffeine™—Now is the Time to Double-Down on the Fundamentals of Effective Leadership.
Art Petty
OCTOBER 16, 2020
Related Stories Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Want to Lead Change at Work? Don't let the title of this article mislead you; I love mentors.
Art Petty
OCTOBER 4, 2020
Related Stories Use Strategic Message Design and Proper Posture to Cultivate Influence Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment Thinking Differently About What It Means to Lead.
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 30, 2019
VIDEO: Dollar Shave Club Founder Michael Dubin On A Razor Sharp Idea The story of Dollar Shave Club is about as David and Goliath as it gets. Here are a selection of tweets from November 2019 that you don't want to miss: 14 Things Smart Leaders Do to Boost Their Own Confidence by @LollyDaskal. Edmund Morris on Edison by @JamesStrock. 10 Indicators Your Leadership Stock Is On the Rise by @WScottCochrane. 10 reasons culture change can seem daunting—and how to prevail by @MichaelDWatkins.
First Friday Book Synopsis
JANUARY 28, 2014
Over the 19 years, we have met some really sharp professional men and women. For 19 years (since April, 1998), Karl Krayer and I have conducted the First Friday Book Synopsis in Dallas. We meet at the wonderful Park City Club. Every month – two books – great food – great networking! Leaders; thinkers; folks […]. Randy''s blog entries
Lead Change Blog
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
That probably started as a natural gift that he honed to a sharp edge over the years. My father-in-law, James Gladney McGee, Jr. died on November 3. One of the great blessings of my life was knowing him. Jim graduated from Clemson in 1953, when it was still a military school. After two years in the Army, he took a pay cut to go to work as a management trainee at the Sonoco Products Company. He retired 34 years later as President of Sonoco International.
Leading Blog
JANUARY 1, 2013
Taking Smart Risks : How Sharp Leaders Win When Stakes are High by Doug Sundheim. Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January. Infectious : How to Connect Deeply and Unleash the Energetic Leader Within by Achim Nowak. Real Influence : Persuade Without Pushing and Gain Without Giving In by Mark Goulston and John Ullmen. Admired : 21 Ways to Double Your Value by Mark C. Thompson and Bonita S. Thompson.
Tony Mayo
DECEMBER 31, 2011
I was pretty sharp with people. In the first year or so it wasn’t just about proving how tough I was, I had to be tough. But I’d learned in the classroom, the last thing you want to do is put somebody down because then they freeze, and not only do they freeze, [.]. For Executives Culture Delegation Micro-Managers Narrative Stories
Lead Change Blog
JANUARY 12, 2021
My guess is you need something short, sharp, and flexible enough to deal with anything that 2021 might bring? You maybe have not yet set out your goals for 2021, just like any other year. Of course, like 2020, 2021 will not be any other year. Here in the UK, we started the year with our third national lockdown. So, these are not ordinary times. How to address setting goals in that context? So, my mind turned to how I might simplify your goal-setting process?
Let's Grow Leaders
JULY 29, 2013
That’s why it doesn’t happen often to people who break easily, or have sharp edges, or who have to be carefully kept. ” - Margery Wiliams, The [.] “Real isn’t how you are made,’ said the Skin Horse. ‘It’s a thing that happens to you…It doesn’t happen all at once,’ You become. It takes a long time.
Art Petty
NOVEMBER 6, 2020
Related Stories Career Caffeine—What to Do When You Don’t Get the Promotion Career Caffeine—Why You Need a Sponsor More than a Mentor Four Big Ideas to Help You Cultivate Influence in a Sharp-Elbowed Environment. Thinking about looking for a new job? I’ll wager the first thing you feel compelled to do is update your résumé. It’s a nearly universal reflex. And, it’s wrong.
Leading Blog
JULY 3, 2019
When we need sharp thinking and problem-solving, our minds are full.”. A S LEADERS, we can and do introduce stress into the workplace. Charles Fred initiated a study of over 4000 post-startup business to find out why, after they had experienced early growth, had stagnated. What the researchers found is a problem in the way employees approached their roles, solved problems, and interacted with each other; poor-performing firms showed working environments of intense stress.”
N2Growth Blog
FEBRUARY 27, 2013
As someone who earns their living as a leadership advisor to Fortune 500 CEOs, I always keep a sharp eye peeled for up and coming leaders. Disclosure: My company, N2growth has worked with many of the organizations represented on this list. Lots of executives aspire to become a CEO, but few actually possess the leadership chops to pull it off.
General Leadership
APRIL 6, 2014
Although you might think little of a sharp turn, this one was vital because it navigated traffic around an active minefield. “Slow Down… You Will Get There Faster”. Fighter Pilot Saying. Too often, leaders choose to be “ Humvee leaders.” ” They are so worried about quickly making progress that no regard is given to intent, probability of success or the hazards encountered along the way.
David A Fields
MARCH 30, 2016
But you’re probably more worried about the needle-sharp nails on the ceiling. Project pricing is like a balloon in a room made of nails. I’m not sure why such a room would exist or how you would get the balloon in there, but go with me on this one. On the pricing floor are the rusty nails that cheapen you and let the air out of your credibility or win you projects you can’t afford to deliver. As your pricing balloon drifts higher, it imputes higher value and gives you […].
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