Leading Blog

JUNE 26, 2023

Jon Gordon explains in The One Truth that it’s always your state of mind that determines your performance. Gordon identifies the Five D’s that sabotage us: The first is Doubt. Gordon says it is important to realize that these negative thoughts are not coming from us initially. Moments when we feel stuck with no way out.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 22, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments [link] Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Hi Gordon: It sounds as if there is no "disconnect" in your organization. Thanks for stopping by and job well done Gordon. Clogston Mike, once again you have nailed it. We have no private offices. Job requirement determines the size. " Great article.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 17, 2018

As I watched the documentary, I was struck by how closely the story mirrored case studies from the business world, and how perfectly it illustrated the points I try to emphasize in the leadership and innovation class I teach at MIT. In fact, an original, revolutionary vision isn’t innovation at all (and it certainly isn’t leadership).

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Leading Blog

JUNE 9, 2017

J ON GORDON is a prolific writer. He has written at least a dozen books on leadership that I am aware of. The Power of Positive Leadership summarizes much of his thinking and provides a great introduction to all of his other work. Positive leadership is grounded in reality. Gordon explains nine things positive leaders do.

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Leadership Freak

MAY 2, 2017

I recently reconnected with my friend Jon Gordon (Mr. Positive Leadership). I’m a no nonsense farm boy originally from a dairy farm in Central Maine. We’re not impressed with positivity. I’ve been skeptical… Continue reading →

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Leadership Freak

JULY 2, 2021

Orbiting the Giant Hairball, Gordon MacKenzie In his deeply funny book, exuberantly illustrated in full color,… Continue reading → “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader.” Margaret Fuller I’ve read all the books on this list.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2017

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in April. Good People : The Only Leadership Decision That Really Matters by Anthony Tjan. The Power of Positive Leadership : How and Why Positive Leaders Transform Teams and Organizations and Change the World by Jon Gordon.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 27, 2020

Jon Gordon on leading with optimism, positivity, and belief: “Ultimately, being a positive leader is all about leading with faith in a world filled with cynicism, negativity, and fear. Source: The Power of Positive Leadership. * * *. Source: Steve Clayton, Microsoft’s chief storyteller, interviews CEO Satya Nadella. YouTube (4:44).

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 31, 2010

Share and Enjoy: View Comments Gordon R. link] mikemyatt Thanks for your comment Gordon. Thanks for stopping by Gordon. Clogston Hi, Mike. Once again, you have nailed it. I agree fully that, at least on a subconscious if not conscious level we are constantly judging and being judged.

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Leading Blog

JULY 15, 2021

General Gordon Sullivan and Michael Harper on what to do in uncharted territory: “The old maps, the old ways of doing business, will not work in today’s new territories. Find more ideas on the LeadingThoughts index. * * * Like us on Instagram and Facebook for additional leadership and personal development ideas. What is mastery?

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Leading Blog

MARCH 9, 2021

They call it the CEO test because the intensity and consequences of these challenges grow as you move into higher levels of leadership. They believe that “to succeed in a leadership role, you have to achieve a certain threshold level of proficiency in each of the skills” highlighted in these seven tests.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 3, 2018

T HROUGH THE PAGES of Servant Leadership in Action , we get a clearer picture of what servant leadership is and isn’t. The leadership aspect of servant leadership is the responsibility of the traditional hierarchy. Leadership is the by-product and positional authority is, at best, an afterthought.”

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 9, 2011

This is a guest post by best-selling author and speaker, Jon Gordon about the value of developing positive relationships with the people you lead. Remember, leadership is not just about what you do, but what you can inspire, encourage and empower others to do. If you model great service, they will provide great service.

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Building Personal Strength

SEPTEMBER 21, 2010

The first book I ever read about people skills was Dr. Thomas Gordon's 1970 book P.E.T. Dr. Gordon passed away in 2002. Disclaimer - I have no affiliate connection with Dr. Gordon's organization or the publisher and receive no compensation for endorsing his books.) which stands for Parent Effectiveness Training.

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 1, 2016

In the text that follows you’ll hear Sam’s views on leadership, the state of the market, and you’ll be introduced to his retirement ambitions and the future challenges for the boardroom, following his return to Perth, Australia. Gordon Berridge: Would you please share what first attracted you to join Rio Tinto back in 1991?

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Next Level Blog

JUNE 6, 2011

The subject this time was Bing Gordon, a partner with the Silicon. As is often the case, The New York Times’ Corner Office feature offered an interesting interview with a business leader last week. Please click the headline to read the whole story.

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Joseph Lalonde

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Batman: The Killing Joke tells the story of Batman (Kevin Conroy) and Batgirl/Barbara Gordon (Tara Strong). The animated movie was released in 2016 to much fanfare. It deserves the praise it received. It also delves into the […].

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Tanveer Naseer

DECEMBER 6, 2011

The following is a guest post by Jon Gordon. “To Jon Gordon is the Wall Street Journal and international bestselling author of a number of books including The Energy Bus: 10 Rules to Fuel Your Life, Work and Team with Positive Energy , and his latest, The Seed: Finding Purpose and Happiness in Life and Work.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 26, 2020

Jon Gordon and Damon West present the story of The Coffee Bean. The story is well told and worth getting into the hands of people you know and care about. * * * Like us on Instagram and Facebook for additional leadership and personal development ideas. * * *. H OW we react to our circumstances makes all the difference.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 22, 2010

In fact, in most cases I actually prefer to have my thinking challenged – this doesn’t threaten me as a leader, it improves my leadership ability. Anyone who has ever been in a leadership position has had to deal with the inevitable tough relationship that causes more than its fair share of brain damage.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2018

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in May 2018. The Meaning Revolution : The Power of Transcendent Leadership by Fred Kofman. The Power of a Positive Team : Proven Principles and Practices that Make Great Teams Great by Jon Gordon. Don't miss out on other great new and future releases this month.

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Lead Change Blog

JULY 14, 2016

One way to learn more about Kevin and take advantage of his leadership wisdom is to subscribe to The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, which he and his team have just launched. We wish you the best with The Remarkable Leadership Podcast, Kevin, and thank you for your support of the Lead Change Group! Kevin Eikenberry.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2018

Here are a selection of tweets from September 2018 that you might have missed: Empathy and creative thinking are valuable skills in the workplace, but they’re hard to teach by @Lyndagratton Frustrated or Focused - Leadership Tips for Managing Emotions by @davidmdye. 6 Ways to Tell if Leadership is Your Vocation by @wallybock.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 28, 2012

David Gill, a professor at Gordon Conwell College, told me that we connect with the Divine when we “help people fulfill their dreams or overcome their nightmares.” (We also connect with others when our organization’s mission accomplishes these ends.). In subsequent meetings, Ms. Ford just announced its third full year of profit.

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Leading Blog

MAY 1, 2015

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in May. The Hard Hat : 21 Ways to Be a Great Teammate by Jon Gordon. Build your leadership library with these specials on over 100 titles. People Over Profit : Break the System, Live with Purpose, Be More Successful by Dale Partridge.

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Women on Business

MARCH 21, 2011

It bubbled up and then went underground as the ‘70’s and ‘80’s showed the Gordon Gekko mantra that “greed is good” was the winner of those decades. Someone who had graduated from our executive leadership program several years ago called this morning. Then this morning I had a phone call that gave me an idea.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 3, 2017

Welcome to the April 2017 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! As I read through this month’s Leadership Development Carnival entries, I felt a bit of the same. What unites them is their love of leadership and their ability to articulate their outstanding ideas. .” ” Find Beth on Twitter at @bethbeutler.

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Lead on Purpose

DECEMBER 23, 2011

By Andrea Gordon. To be successful in today’s market, team members need to step up and be ready to take a leadership role. It is not easy to develop leadership skills in others, however, so it’s very important to understand that some people do not share your goals and aspirations.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 7, 2011

Online attendees will be able to see my presentation as well as those of consultant and author Gary Hamel, Liane Hornsey of Google, Dr. John Fleming of Gallup, author Dan Pink, Vineet Nayar CEO of HCL Technologies and Suzanne Gordon of SAS Institute.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 30, 2012

By Dan Britton, Jimmy Page and Jon Gordon This is a very small and short book (and a short recommendation). Perhaps that makes sense since it promises that one word will change your life. The book doesn’t give you the word, but it helps you find your word, and gives you a reason why. Rather [.].

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Joseph Lalonde

MAY 29, 2017

They seek mentors who will spur them along in their leadership. She’s also a former podcast guest on Answers From Leadership. If you need help putting feet to vision, Jenni is the leadership coach for you. His insights into the world of leadership constantly challenge me to improve and grow. Jon Gordon.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2015

Return on Character : The Real Reason Leaders and Their Companies Win by Fred Kiel In Return on Character , Fred Kiel has put numbers to the notion that good leadership aimed at promoting the common good, not just individual, winner-take-all acquisition can be good business. H3 Leadership : Stay Hungry. Best Leadership Books of 2013.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2019

He cites a passage from General Gordon Sullivan’s book, Hope Is Not a Method , that is particularly instructive. Once you commit to the principle of love, a high hurdle presents itself when leaning into authenticity in your leadership. Leadership is hard work. This is a powerful book. Honest, straightforward, and insightful.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 22, 2019

I asked some of my teammates to share their thoughts on the matter and received the following responses: Dan Evans – When it comes to leadership, possessing an attitude of gratitude is essential for success. Mike Myatt – What if “leadership” was more than a buzzword? So, what makes leadership more than a buzzword?

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 23, 2017

Guest post from Gordon Leidner: Alexander Hamilton and the Founding Fathers have made a splash in the news recently, thanks to Broadway’s sensational production “Hamilton.” The modern hip-hop and R&B musical highlights the leadership of Hamilton, Washington, and other Founders during our country’s revolutionary beginnings.

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leaderCommunicator

MARCH 21, 2014

Welcome to my weekly round-up of top leadership and communication blog posts. The Power of a Grateful Leader By Matthew Gordon, Switch & Shift “How would you like to go to work every day never feeling appreciated? What were some of the top leadership articles you read this week? How long would it take for you to quit? ”.

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Joseph Lalonde

JULY 2, 2018

A Reel Leadership Article The new basketball comedy movie Uncle Drew tells the story of Dax (Lil Rel Howery) and his dreams of having a winning team in the Rucker Classic street basketball tournament. Uncle Drew is full of laughs and, surprisingly, leadership lessons. Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Uncle Drew.

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