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The Biggest Mistake NEW Leaders Make

Let's Grow Leaders

Ian McAllister, General Manager at Amazon, reports that one of his greatest challenges as a new manager was thinking too small. According to Jim Collins, author of “Good To Great,” truly great leaders are ambitious for their organizations, rather than seeking personal celebrity. 2- Failure to focus on strategy.

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How We Overlook Hidden Talent

Lead Change Blog

Phil Collins – When Peter Gabriel left Genesis in the mid-1970’s, the band auditioned over 400 vocalists before they discovered their drummer already had the voice they needed. Lucille Ball – This failed actress was told to pursue another career. Phil Collins asked to be given the mike and a chance.

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You Don’t Have to Choose Between Your Career and Your Relationship

Women on Business

Guest post by Susie Collins (learn more about Susie at the end of this post). There are a growing number of career opportunities for women these days. Women are CEOs, teachers, doctors, managers, chefs, legislators and more. It is exciting to grow a career in a field that you are passionate about. It continues today.

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Buzzwords Aren't All Bad | N2Growth Blog

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link] Dan Collins Academics like to debate. link] Dan Collins Buzzwords are definitely not trite. As you pointed out in your comment toning down the serious nature of discourse can also lighten the mood and be more effective in doing so. Thanks for sharng Sami. The best argument in the world will always lose to a two by four.

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Leadership Interview – Michael Hyatt | N2Growth Blog

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I had a lot of success early in my career. This has happened several times in my career. link] Dan Collins Mike, Thanks for this. When I did this, I noticed that others would jump in and follow me. Mike Myatt : Has your leadership style changed over the years, and if so, how? Michael Hyatt : Very much so. They humbled me.

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Leadership & Influence Summit | N2Growth Blog

N2Growth Blog

link] Dan Collins Mike, I would particularly like someone to address the popularity of "politically correct" leadership. Too often, people are either promoted or end up in the top position without the training, experience, and character that allow for effective management and strategic vision. Let me expand.

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The Best Leadership Books of 2021

Leading Blog

These foundational leadership skills will make all aspiring executives more effective in their roles today and lift the trajectory of their careers. The Power of Pressure : Why Pressure Isn't the Problem, It's the Solution by Dane Jensen (Collins, 2021) What’s the most pressure you’ve ever been under? Blog Post ). How did you react?

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