Leading Blog

APRIL 22, 2024

In the face of all this complexity, there are four basic behaviors that leaders can adopt that will drastically improve their leadership and, by extension, the experience of those they lead. Ken Rubin, an agile leadership visionary, has a fantastic analogy that I refer to often to explain the concept.

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Strategy Driven

JUNE 1, 2023

Keeping up with the competition in today’s fast-paced business world calls for constant learning and development. Professional development has emerged as a vital tool for business owners and engineers alike to enhance their skills, drive innovation, and achieve long-term success.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 30, 2014

Personal Philosophy: Chris Edmonds, in his new book “The Culture Engine,” begins his book by taking readers through a… Continue reading → Author Book Notes Culture Organizational Development' Culture building begins with who you are.

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Skip Prichard

JUNE 16, 2021

In Decoding Greatness: How the Best in the World Reverse Engineer Success , Ron Friedman provides a blueprint for learning and adopting practices that will propel you to the next level of your success journey. As a social psychologist, writer, and founder of development company ignite180, you may see his work appearing in numerous places.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in January 2021. A global security expert draws on psychological insights to help you master the art of social engineering—human hacking. A global security expert draws on psychological insights to help you master the art of social engineering—human hacking.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

Stepping into a leadership position can be an exhilarating yet daunting experience. As an executive coach who has guided countless professionals through this transformative journey, I’ve developed a unique framework to help new leaders navigate this critical inflection point. This approach will empower you.

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CoachStation

JULY 21, 2023

As part of our occasional series chatting with industry leaders, we recently spoke with engineer and senior leader, Wes Davis. His story is an interesting one, with Wes focusing much of his time and development on the topic of leadership within engineering, rather than simply learning and applying the technical aspects.

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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. That position humbled me and taught me lessons about leadership that I still use today, some 20 years later. Back then, the vast majority of Akamai’s 100 engineering staff had been recruited directly from MIT and other top universities.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in August 2021. Being adaptable and flexible have always been hallmarks of effective leadership and a fulfilling life. Too Proud to Lead : How Hubris Can Destroy Effective Leadership and What to do About It by Ben Laker, David Cobb and Rita Trehan.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

APRIL 1, 2012

A few years later, the engines start to give up. Our flat organizations require you to spend a significant amount your time connecting, networking, and developing relationships with those who will ensure your organization’s (and your) success. Reconsider who needs regular touch points to keep your leadership in top shape.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

By leveraging vast amounts of data, companies can gain deep insights into consumer behavior, preferences, and trends, enabling the development of targeted marketing and business development initiatives that resonate with specific audiences. Analyzing these datasets enables organizations to develop highly targeted marketing strategies.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 30, 2024

by @wallybock The Power of Absence by @samchand See more on Twitter. * * * Follow us on Instagram and X for additional leadership and personal development ideas. Repeatable by Morgan Housel @morganhousel The way to get luckier is to find what’s repeatable. by @BrianKDodd Feedback Is the Breakfast of Champions.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 18, 2024

Cross cultural leadership to build better teams Cross cultural leadership is a fantastic chance to broaden your impact and develop teams that excel in performance and innovative problem-solving. It was an early lesson in cross cultural leadership, and I am so grateful for Jack having that conversation with me.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in June 2021. Culture clashes, infighting among executives and engineers, dueling corporate traditions, and government maneuvering constantly threatened the venture. Build your leadership library with these specials on over 28 titles.

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Modern Servant Leader

JULY 11, 2024

Most large businesses have a department dedicated to developing responses to Request for Proposals (RFPs). the heartbeat of the revenue engine of the organization. Another great example of servant leadership in action is Ms. Great bosses raise up their team but it takes a great leader to raise the bar on an entire profession.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 4, 2016

Welcome to the July 2016 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! Although mid-summer is a time when many of us slow down (as we should), this compilation of excellent cutting-edge leadership thinking will help motivate you to hit the ground running when your vacation or other summer relaxation period ends.

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

From developing cutting-edge products to pushing the limits of technology and streamlining processes, great CIOs don’t just follow trends—they create them. Necessary Leadership Skills for Innovation Officers To lead in the innovation space, a CIO must possess diverse skills.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 5, 2015

Welcome to the October 2015 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival. Read over these outstanding leadership posts this month and I think you’ll agree each one is a home run! Anne shares, “Ed, an Engineering Director, has a habit of mind that immediately sees what could go wrong in any given situation.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

He could have bawled out the engineers and technicians behind the mechanical prop, demanding that they somehow find a way to carry out his vision. In fact, an original, revolutionary vision isn’t innovation at all (and it certainly isn’t leadership). Spielberg could have insisted on the shot. But he didn’t.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 24, 2013

“The truth is that no one factor makes a company admirable; but if you were forced to pick the one that makes the most difference, you’d pick leadership.”. When it comes to leadership development, the commitment of the CEO and top dogs is the #1 most important success factor. In most cases, no, we turn to civil engineers.

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HR Digest

APRIL 10, 2024

Building on Moderna’s renowned innovation focus, how does the HR department actively cultivate a culture of innovation within its own function, and how does this translate into attracting, developing, and retaining talent? Moderna is a company that is constantly building and rebuilding… its core to who we are as a company.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The Evolving Landscape of Human Resources Leadership In this ever-changing business landscape, the role of human resources (HR) leadership continues to evolve and adapt to meet the demands of a dynamic workforce. Moreover, HR leaders must have a keen eye for emerging talent coupled with attracting and retaining top performers.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 3, 2014

In the past, organizational development has relied on executives at the top to drive cultural change. The first step in a grassroots change model is to develop a clear, comprehensive picture of the desired outcome by leveraging the wisdom of the top performers. change leadership Richard Grbavac William Seidman' Set the bar.

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Leading Blog

JULY 27, 2023

We need people who can think, write, and speak with clarity and conviction, people who can relate to and motivate accountants and salespeople, nurses and electrical engineers, systems analysts and social workers.” Source: Hoover's Vision: Original Thinking for Business Success II.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 4, 2024

Even more alarming, almost every new business it launched failed: e-books, mobile phones, search engines, music; it was one dramatic dud after another. The turnaround he engineered was nothing short of remarkable. You do that by setting up structures that notice, encourage, and develop innovative ideas and practices.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Guest post from Stephen Klemich : It is often asked, what is the difference between Leadership and Management? For over 30 years we have always referred to Leadership as being able to rise above the situation, be objective, strategic and find time to contemplate the culture, people and one’s leadership impact.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

Benefits of Empathetic Leadership. When you start to explore the benefits of empathetic leadership on a deeper level, it becomes difficult to see empathy as anything other than essential for competent leadership. But it’s clear that empathy is a core leadership skill. Still, a sea change like this is hard-won.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

In the early 1880s, Charles Babbage, a British mathematician, constructed machines for computing mathematical tables and for conducting calculations using punched cards and a steam engine. Realizing the device could be used for high-level heating, he and a Raytheon executive cooperated to develop the microwave oven.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 12, 2024

How to Engineer a Hot Streak Science tells us that you are likely to experience a hot streak after a period of intense exploration. If you want to engineer a hot streak, you need to do something to get it going. Keep asking. * * * Follow us on Instagram and Twitter for additional leadership and personal development ideas. * * *

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QAspire

JUNE 1, 2014

Welcome to the June 02nd 2014 Carnival of Leadership Development. I am thankful to carnival leader Dan McCarthy for allowing me to host this event - a wonderful collection of very practical insights on Leadership Development. Dr. Anne Perschel from Germane Insights shares “ The Secret Ingredient of Great Leadership ”.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2020

O NE OF THE MOST challenging leadership problems is to get people to speak up , especially as it concerns realizing the value of the “small voice in the room.”. During the testing process with the larger partner, one of the startup engineers was heard to say “They should be mad. Unfortunately. Repeatedly. That card is junk!”

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 17, 2023

Flexible Work Arrangements and Pay Flexible work arrangements are not commonly offered to F1 team employees, especially those in roles that require on-track activities, such as mechanics, engineers, and drivers. Effective leadership is crucial in managing and optimizing a team’s performance with multiple high-performing individuals.

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QAspire

MARCH 25, 2014

In American Management Association’s critical skills survey 2012 , respondents emphasized on 4 C’s ( C ritical thinking and problem solving, Effective C ommunication, C ollaboration and team building and C reativity and innovation) as their key priorities for employee development, talent development and succession planning.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in December 2019. Become : The 5 Commitments of Purposeful Leadership by Mark Hannum. Mark Hannum reveals the evidence-based secrets that surfaced from vast data Linkage has collected on leadership effectiveness. For bulk orders call 1-626-441-2024.

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Leadership Freak

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

The engine of excellence is inside you. Excellence is learned. You might be a little smarter or more talented than some, but excellence always begins in your head. Excellence is process driven. This post is based on my conversation with Eric Potterat, PhD, auther of Learned Excellence

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2016

There is plenty of leadership advice available in bookstores, online and in person. As Art Barter grew Datron World Communications from a $10 million company to a $200 million company in six years, he became convinced that a core leadership principle had to be serving and trusting others. Servant Leadership and the Speed of Trust.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2019

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2019. How a Shark, a Suckerfish, and a Parasite Teach You Leadership, Mentoring, and Next Level Success by Walter Bond. Build your leadership library with these specials on over 39 titles. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases.

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