Leading Blog

JANUARY 11, 2021

W E get distracted from what matters to us by our personal projects. Charlie Gilkey says in Start Finishing that a project is “anything that takes time, energy, and attention to complete.” There are projects that keep us busy, and then there are projects that help us thrive—get us to the next level.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

Jean-Christophe Simon highlights, Testing leadership potential in low-risk environments, such as projects or small teams, can reveal whether an individual is ready for greater responsibilities. This approach ensures individuals develop leadership skills gradually and with proper support.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 6, 2021

Welcome to the July 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Development. Communication. It is “Heart” work! Productivity.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

Drawing from my background as a physician and scientist, I designed The Wisdom Research Project, which involved interviews with 60 wise adults to find common denominators in their approach toward life. Through her Wisdom Research Project, she interviewed 60 wise adults across North America and defined the eight fundamental elements of wisdom.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 1, 2021

Welcome to the June 2021 Leadership Development Carnival! We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, motivation, productivity, team building, and more. Development. Communication. Jennifer V. Find Robyn on Twitter at @ThoughtfulLdrs.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Comprised of professionals immersed in specific sectors, these networks stay at the forefront of industry developments. Offering professional development, recognizing achievements, and providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects keep leaders engaged.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Richard Farson on contradictions: Contradictory impulses to both succeed and fail can be found in every project, every work team, even every individual. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index. * * * Follow us on Instagram and X for additional leadership and personal development ideas. Every deal is both good and bad.

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Career Advancement

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

Leaders should always be working to develop new leaders, helping their employees develop the skillsets that will allow them to effectively manage others. Other factors may also inhibit leaders from investing time in developing their employees’ leadership abilities. How can you develop your talent?

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Mentorship and Development: By collaborating closely with existing teams, they mentor internal staff, enhancing capabilities and preparing them for future leadership roles. Engaging an interim executive can also be more cost-effective than hiring a permanent employee, especially when addressing short-term needs or specific projects.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Furthermore, predictive analytics can forecast hiring needs based on business growth projections and market trends, allowing organizations to address talent gaps proactively. In some cases, virtual and augmented reality are also utilized for immersive candidate assessments and onboarding experiences.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 15, 2024

The Concept of Board Development and Succession Plans In today’s corporate world, board development has become more important than ever. The true power of board development lies in its ability to fuel an organization’s success.

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Rich Gee Group

MAY 12, 2024

Effective project management is crucial for any team aiming to deliver results efficiently in today's fast-paced business environment. The steps include Goal Setting, Problem Identification, Solution Development, Considering Alternatives, and Evaluating Trade-offs. Measurability : Establish criteria for measuring the goal's success.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 27, 2025

The one who shows up with Connection, Clarity, Curiosity, and Commitment aka the Four Cs of productive collaboration that ground our book Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict and our SynergyStack Team Development System. In our leadership development programs, we talk about being interested and interesting.

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Leadership Freak

MAY 3, 2023

It’s unusual for projects to come in on target, on time, and on budget. 12 reasons good projects go bad: One… Continue reading → Ask one simple question that gets teams solving problems before they happen.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, my role is to help leaders develop the skills and strategies needed to effectively manage and inspire their smartest team members. They create an environment where challenging projects, complex problems, and continuous learning are the norm.

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Chartered Management Institute

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Blog: How I created a leadership development programme based on CMI principles Written by Simon Takel CMgr FCMI Wednesday 11 December 2024 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Simon Takel CMgr FCMI is the designer and lead facilitator of the ACE Leader Programme at Exeter College.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2023

AskingForaFriend This fantastic question came in during one of our recent leadership development programs. Not giving them genuine feedback People need to have a realistic assessment of how they’re doing so they can grow and develop professionally. Three Mistakes that Will Sabotage Growing Leaders 1.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 17, 2025

Getting the stretch assignments and high-visibility projects? It happens in everyday conversationsin meetings, in project planning sessions, and in casual chats with colleagues. If youre a leader, you have a unique opportunity to drive inclusion through the way you build and develop your team.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

An interim Chief Technology Officer could be brought in to oversee the implementation of new technological systems, ensuring that the transition enhances operational efficiency without disrupting ongoing projects. Industry insights support the critical role of interim executives.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Developing future visionary leaders is essential for sustaining organizational growth and maintaining a competitive edge in dynamic markets. Investing in their development is not merely prudent it is a strategic imperative. Tailoring training and development programs to meet individual leadership needs enhances their effectiveness.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 10, 2022

Showing up moment by moment, day after day, project after project with the same skills, character, and commitment. That’s why we recommend developing a habit of using one leadership skill before adding the next. So yes, commit to checking for understanding, scheduling the finish , investing in development conversations ….

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

Stop that Credit Stealer and Get the Recognition You Deserve “I was in a meeting the other day, and one of the executives thanked my boss for the success of a project I’ve been working on all year. The really infuriating thing is that she had NOTHING to do with that project. And you know what she said next? Thank you.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 4, 2023

Which of our projects/efforts/contributions was most impactful to the organization? This works well, even for frontline employees who may not be involved in projects with a capital “P.” Probes: In what areas have you developed? What development and training were the most impactful?

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 15, 2021

Delegating important projects. My favorite teacher pushed me to develop my gifts.”. They share their insights and ideas to help us grow and develop. My boss assigned me special projects to expand my skills; he stayed involved to coach me and remove obstacles. They challenge us by: Expanding our vision. Leaders Coach Us.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, two team members may disagree on who the best college basketball team is… or the best approach to a project. For example, imagine two team members are in conflict over the allocation of resources for a project. These are usually low-stakes and don’t have lasting consequences on team performance.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 18, 2022

A few conversation starters: This project exceeded our customer’s expectations. Or you could host a post-project celebration. . Participants in our leadership development programs tell us our I.N.S.P.I.R.E. What do you think you did specifically that led to this success? And to invite others on your team to do the same.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2021

If someone asks you what you think about a project and you say, “My interpretation is that it sucks,” you may be honest, but you’re not being respectful. So, instead of saying that the project sucks, share what values are at stake and what concerns you have. You’re not projecting a toxic interpretation of events onto other people.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Understanding Germany's Shock Elections Germany sustained a political earthquake in recent elections Unpacking 2024's Career Development Trends : What 13,000+ Voices Reveal from @Julie_WG Reaching for the Executive Ranks, Part Three—Developing as an Integrative Thinker by @artpetty 3 Keystone Habits That Will Set Your Book Project Up for Success by (..)

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

A transformational dean leverages their comprehensive understanding of industry developments, academic best practices, and societal needs to shape a learning environment that is both forward-thinking and responsive. These efforts enable students to develop problem-solving prowess, entrepreneurial thinking, and adaptability.

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Lead from Within

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Developing a leadership style that resonates with your team is about more than managing tasks and meeting objectives; it’s about connecting on a personal and professional level. Here’s how you can start developing a leadership style that connects with your own team. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

A well-rounded leader in this capacity must do more than keep the lights on digitally; they define the very contours of how the organization engages its customers, develops internal talent, and monetizes digital assets. Over time, the responsibilities expanded as companies realized the transformative potential of digital approaches.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 4, 2024

Use these ideas to spark your own leadership development. Lance Secretan on projecting: “When we project, we attribute certain personal traits or feelings to someone else to protect our own ego from accepting the reality that we own the very same traits or feelings—that they reside and flourish in our own shadow.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

For example, “Yes, it sounds like this project would benefit our marketing strategy. And, at the moment, the team is cranking hard to meet our customer’s finish line for the new product development. I can certainly prioritize this new marketing project if we can shift the product deadline. This project sounds so exciting.

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 19, 2024

Realizing the device could be used for high-level heating, he and a Raytheon executive cooperated to develop the microwave oven. While most 3M researchers had no interest in the development, the inventors stayed the course and had the faith their discovery would be recognized in time.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 25, 2021

How to Develop Entrepreneurial Thinking on Your Team. Back in her Verizon days, one of Karin’s favorite questions to ask a team member whom she was encouraging to think like an entrepreneur was: “If this was your company, would you _ (make this decision, hold this meeting, spend money in this matter, invest in this project)?”

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 12, 2021

Let’s start with five steps to get things done and help your team develop a common sense of urgency. (02:00). These can be delegated assignments, project work multi-part tasks. But the good news is that there are just a few straightforward tools you can use to help everyone work effectively and meet those deadlines. (01:48).

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 20, 2020

Journaling can be one of the easiest, least expensive, and most effective parts of your personal leadership development. Most effective because your journal can be the centerpiece of your leadership development. Plus, a good journaling habit makes all the other parts of leadership development work better. You can do that, too.

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