N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 20, 2011

In fact, gossip seriously undermines each one of the aforementioned success metrics by propagating inaccurate information. When you take part in gossip you do none of these things. At its core, gossip is the highest form of disloyalty, and it is far from innocent or idle. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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JANUARY 21, 2011

While entrepreneurs are clearly talented innovators and visionaries, most first time entrepreneurs don’t have prior experience as a CEO. In most cases the answer is no it’s not…however this is often times exactly how the decision is made. That’s about it.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2010

His hard work and diligence is evident in both his commitment and the success of his ministry. I wish you continued success. Pete makes some really great points throughout the interview and I think you highlighted a few of my favorites. I like your new interview format. Thanks to Mike and Pete for putting this together and posting.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 14, 2010

Few things are more critical to your efforts in increasing your revenue growth and corporate sustainability than understanding the value of disruptive innovation. The most successful companies incorporate disruptive thinking into all of their business and management practices to gain distinctive competitive value propositions.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 1, 2010

In today’s post I’ll deal with a skill set that all successful CEOs excel at…managing board relations. What’s interesting to me is that of all the constituencies that CEOs must deal with, the relationship with a board of directors is among the easiest to manage.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 26, 2010

That said, it is nonetheless safe to say that CEOs who find a way to focus their efforts on values, vision, mission, strategy, team building, innovation, networking, and branding will be the CEOs who achieve the highest and most sustainable levels of success. Best wishes for continued success Ben.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 3, 2011

My question is this…since when have fear and avoidance become prerequisites for success as a CEO? Give me real leaders who possess courage, vision, and a bias toward action, and spare me the timidity of mediocre managers posing as leaders. The fact is that business is not a static endeavor. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2010

At an organizational level have you focused so much on process improvements and incremental gains that you’ve failed to recognize opportunity and innovate? So much so, that I have really come to cringe every time I hear the word efficiency. Let me ask you a question – Have you become so efficient that you’ve rendered yourself ineffective?

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 5, 2010

My experience with most executives & entrepreneurs is that they are totally committed to and focused on success. As a result, many of them tend to have a major blind-spot (translation: weakness ) when it comes to the anticipation of set-backs. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 22, 2010

In fact, your influence quotient will be a much greater determinant of your ultimate success than your “Intelligence Quotient” could ever be. The following fundamental concepts of influence, which if properly understood and implemented, can help anyone become more efficient, productive and successful: 1. Trust Matters….

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

link] Bridget Haymond I agree completely that vision is the underpinning of any successful venture, be it corporate or personal. Thanks for sharing Mark. In fact, I would go so far as to say that an executive needs to begin with his own personal vision (lead himself) in order to successfully navigate a corporate vision (lead others).

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Thanks for stopping by. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2010

Love the input that values contribute to the whole success or possible failure of the messenger. Furthermore, the best content or spokesperson in the world communicating to the wrong audience, with the wrong message, or through the wrong medium is likely to miss the mark. Your thoughts are incredibly thought provoking. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2010

Here’s the thing – the foundational elements of leadership require no skill or talent whatsoever. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2010

magazine’s offering of information, products, services, and online tools for business or management. MIT Technology Review The Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s magazine of innovation promotes “the understanding of emerging technologies and their impact on business and society.&# Inc.com Inc.

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APRIL 25, 2010

Tenure Inhibits Change and Cripples Innovation : Organizations that favor tenure also tend to be prone to majoring in the minors. All of these traits preclude the advancement of change initiatives and cripple innovation. often evoke feelings of hatred at the mere mention of their name. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 26, 2010

Those professionals that have self respect, and demonstrate a true respect for others regardless of their station in life, are much more likely to be successful over the long-term than those that use the tactics of disrespect to humiliate and intimidate. link] rashmin I agree with what you are saying !! I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 16, 2011

While a brand without exposure is not much of a brand, I consistently find that brand exposure is an aspect of brand management that is all too often overlooked as a success metric. pastortom2022 Great post Mike and especially to many of us who have not experienced a great level of success or notoriety. will go into decline.

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MARCH 18, 2010

I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 6, 2015

Here is my own business success checklist that will help you optimize your activities for a more efficient and purpose oriented endeavor. Success is inevitable. Most successful businesses have planned responses to most scenarios because they took the time to think “What If”. Business Success Checklist. Instill discipline.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 24, 2010

Senior managements paralyzed themselves with an attachment to “success brings success’ rather than “success brings failure’ and are now forced to break the implied contract with their employees – a contract nurtured by management that the future can be controlled. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 9, 2010

Whether it is aesthetic, functional, creative, process, innovative, intellectual, technical or applicational…design matters. The iPod pioneered innovative design in the mp3 player vertical with great technical design, outstanding functional design, and is in a class by itself with regard to aesthetic design. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2010

Someone who has consistently experienced success in leadership roles has a much better chance of success than someone who has not. Only those leaders who can quickly recognize and adapt their methods to the situation at hand will be successful over the long haul. Bottom line…unproven leaders come with a high risk premium.

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2010

Both scalable and non-scalable businesses can achieve growth and sustainable success. I've found that simplicity enables success, where complexity often times serves as a barrier. It will be interesting to see if the next round of Google innovation will be as successful as the beauty of their initial simplicity.

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JULY 6, 2010

I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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JULY 8, 2010

Thanks for adding to the discussion Randy. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2010

In fact, look no further than the current business innovations to seek validation for my assertions. Tools like email, instant messaging, texting, blogging and micro-blogging are all examples of shortening our communications to leverage speed and time to our advantage. I Think Not. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 29, 2010

Turning the other cheek, compromise, forgiveness, compassion, empathy, finding common ground, being an active listener, service above self, and numerous other approaches will always allow one to be successful in building rapport if the underlying desire is strong enough. Thanks for commenting and best wishes for continued success.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 20, 2010

Innovate: Your brand will have at best a limited shelf life if a culture of innovation doesn’t pervade your business. Continuity should flow from values to vision, mission to strategy, and objectives to tactics to process. Mixed messaging or practices has killed many a brand. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2010

Context, fluidity, and other nuanced behaviors are positive traits to embrace so long as they don’t serve as an excuse for a lack of discipline. Wishing you memorable quality time with your loved ones. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 16, 2010

Just because someone says something doesn’t mean it’s true…Moreover just because “Company A&# had success with a certain initiative doesn’t mean that “Company B&# can plug-and-play the same process and expect the same outcome. And what are your strategic goals? – I would argue; Not much.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

Best wishes for continued success Marlyn. Marlyn~ [link] mikemyatt Thanks for the comment Marlyn. My suspicion is that your choices have made you an effective leader and one well regarded by your team. moravecglobal Here's another example of disconnected leadership and the consequences for, in this case, students, faculty and taxpayers.

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MARCH 31, 2010

In today’s post I’ll examine how managing appearances can have a substantial impact on your personal brand and your success. While they shouldn’t, the reality is that they most certainly do. In a perfect world professionals would only be judged solely on their character, skill sets, competencies, and performance.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 11, 2010

Turning the other cheek, compromise, forgiveness, compassion, empathy, finding common ground, being an active listener, service above self, and numerous other approaches will always allow one to be successful in building rapport if the underlying desire is strong enough. If so, you likely have issues with conflict. I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2010

Perhaps most importantly they have the ability to align interests and sell the vision unifying leadership, management, staff and external stakeholders as well. Great leaders are strategic thinkers who have the ability to translate their vision into an actionable strategy to insure its success. Want to find out? Section III: Strategy.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Resist the temptation to give way to emotional decisioning and you’ll see your career and company soar to new heights of success. And, emotional intelligence has been linked to successful leadership (just did a paper on this for a university class). Best wishes for continued success Kalyan. The good news? I Think Not.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 14, 2010

Thanks for sharing this information. I Think Not. Whos Reading N2growth Twitter Updates mikemyatt: Poor work requries a lot of explanation beca. mikemyatt: RT thx @ArtieDavis @MarkOOakes @words4warrio. mikemyatt: RT @janemyatt Their sacrifice.

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