N2Growth Blog

MAY 22, 2014

There is a new definition of leadership in our lexicon. Let’s say you have the choice to make between choosing one person for a senior leadership role over another. Perhaps it’s because we still cling to the great man theory of leadership. What we need is a different measuring stick in our selection criteria.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 13, 2020

This means having a couple of short meetings with the leadership team to talk about the issues that recently cropped up. . While the manufacturing startup was keen on innovation, it didn’t have a clear measure of ROI in place. Follow up on all the next steps in weekly leadership team meetings.

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Lead Change Blog

JUNE 8, 2021

Educate your employees about the deprivations of needs. To cultivate human connection and a sense of trust, you need to replace bonding activities from office culture with innovative virtual bonding activities. Cultivate a sense of meaning in your employees.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 30, 2010

If people in a culture believe and behave in ways that are consistent with these values — that include respecting and valuing people as human beings — it will boost employee engagement and strategic alignment, which in turn will boost productivity, innovation and overall performance. why is everyone smiling?

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 8, 2021

The following 10 leadership and business book authors answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JULY 17, 2014

Recently in Davos , Marissa Meyer, CEO of Yahoo smiled and shared that she checks her mobile device over a hundred and fifty times a day -- as though that many interruptions (within a work day) in her leadership rhythm and ability to focus were some badge of honor. Innovation never comes from chaotic interruption.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

Do your employees trust the company’s leadership? According to Great Place to Work , the best company cultures are where employees believe that their leadership is made up of people they can trust. Leadership is not about being a great leader. Recognition is a fundamental human need.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 8, 2014

As seen on SmartBlog on Leadership. This meets the human need for autonomy and allows people to experience personal growth. What separates the best leaders from the rest when it comes to employee engagement? Our research shows the best leaders communicate an inspiring vision and live it, value people and give them a voice.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 29, 2011

Without going too far into the psychology of connection, let me just summarize by saying simply that we are humans, not machines. To the extent that these human needs of respect, recognition, belonging, autonomy, personal growth and meaning are met, we feel connected to the group. We have emotions. We have hopes and dreams.

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In the CEO Afterlife

NOVEMBER 30, 2011

Leadership. by John • November 30, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Life , Marketing , Strategy • 0 Comments. For example, if it was innovation and creativity that brought revival, chances are high that innovation and creativity will remain a cornerstone of their corporate culture. Leadership.

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CO2

MAY 6, 2014

Innovation suffers. Today, RIM (the maker of the BlackBerry) is suffering in the marketplace because Apple (and their iDevices) and Google (with the Android operating system) innovated by taking risks. The real secret lies in the deeply human need to direct our own lives, learn and create, and better ourselves and our world.

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In the CEO Afterlife

APRIL 4, 2011

Leadership. by John • April 4, 2011 • Leadership , Strategy • 0 Comments. Their competitive edge eroded because the people at the top, who considered themselves the corporate brain, failed to innovate. Innovation and entrepreneurship began a comeback, albeit in measured bites. Human Resources.

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In the CEO Afterlife

NOVEMBER 13, 2011

Leadership. I’ve never thought of the homeless as innovative or entrepreneurial. My pattern is posting every Monday, on leadership, strategy, marketing and life. Human Resources. Leadership. 5 principles of simplicity via @ matthewemay [link] Humans need a reminder RT @ hunterwalk Good design teaches.

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In the CEO Afterlife

DECEMBER 11, 2011

Leadership. by John • December 11, 2011 • Branding , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 1 Comment. In the case of struggling Nabob Foods, two significant innovations facilitated the turnaround. Nabob Coffee’s market share accelerated to 25% and national leadership as arch rival Maxwell House worked to catch up.

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Michael Lee Stallard

OCTOBER 12, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Free Connection and Employee Engagement Webinar Oct. Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Free Connection and Employee Engagement Webinar Oct. why is everyone smiling?

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Michael Lee Stallard

JULY 12, 2010

During the session, Michael and Jason will cover: Six universal human needs to thrive at work Three core elements of a culture that motivates employees to give their all Best practices of leaders who energize the people they lead Why task and relationship excellence are necessary to achieve sustainable superior performance.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MARCH 31, 2010

After defining connection, we identify the “Connection Culture&# as the environment that produces emotional and rational connections that, as The Conference Board’s definition says “influence [people] to apply discretionary effort to [their] work.&# The Connection Culture meets universal human needs.

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Michael Lee Stallard

MAY 16, 2010

Friedman cites Dov Siedman’s belief that in an interconnected world we need “sustainable values&# more than ever. In past posts I’ve written about Dov, his book entitled How and LRN, the company he founded to promote principled leadership. I couldn’t agree more. why is everyone smiling?

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Experience to Lead

AUGUST 27, 2024

Balancing human needs in digital landscapes This new digital paradigm, however, also presents challenges for organizations and learners alike, even translating in a sort of pushback against digital formats from the learners’ perspective. L&D is witnessing a surge in AI adoption to craft individualized training programs.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 7, 2010

The Connection Culture meets universal human needs for respect, recognition, belonging, autonomy, personal growth and meaning. When these needs are met, people thrive individually and collectively. The Connection Culture is ultimately grounded in character strengths and virtues. why is everyone smiling? why is everyone smiling?

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In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 1, 2011

Leadership. To its credit, GSK still owns Macleans and although it is no longer the #3 brand, chomping at the tails of Colgate and Crest, Macleans has benefitted from contemporary marketing and dental care innovation in a few geographies. Human Resources. Leadership. In the CEO Afterlife. Main menu Home. Old Brands.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 8, 2010

I could go on and on listing all the great things Zappos does to meet human needs to thrive, but half the fun (and the best way to learn) comes from reading through the book and jotting them down. In hiring, Zappos has developed a process to identify individuals who have both competence and character that fits a healthy work culture.

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In the CEO Afterlife

OCTOBER 30, 2011

Leadership. by John • October 30, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. In a strategy seminar I asked the leadership team to tell me what business they were in. Leadership , Marketing , Strategy. Human Resources. Leadership. In the CEO Afterlife.

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Chart Your Course

AUGUST 14, 2012

All humans need to feel appreciated. Throughout the year employees nominate each other for five award categories: leadership, quality improvement, innovation, community involvement, etc. Schreiber Foods, Inc. holds an annual President’s Employee Recognition Dinner. More information.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JANUARY 19, 2011

They stop fully communicating and, as a result, decision-makers don’t get the information they need to make optimal decisions. Connection is grounded in human needs. I’ve found that two of these needs, recognition and belonging, can be partially met through participation in online communities.

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In the CEO Afterlife

OCTOBER 23, 2011

Leadership. by John • October 23, 2011 • Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 4 Comments. Innovative. Human Resources. Leadership. 5 principles of simplicity via @ matthewemay [link] Humans need a reminder RT @ hunterwalk Good design teaches. Main menu Home.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Today, the following 10 leadership and business book authors answered this question for me: Question: While we surely will find ourselves challenged by COVID-19 in the foreseeable future, what is the most important thing a leader can do as they lead their business/organization? and Ignite Your Leadership Expertise.

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In the CEO Afterlife

OCTOBER 17, 2011

Leadership. by John • October 17, 2011 • Branding , Human Resources , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 3 Comments. Wouldn’t you expect more innovation? Human Resources. Leadership. In the CEO Afterlife. Main menu Home. The CEO as Chief Brand Custodian. Some do it well. Search My Site.

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Michael Lee Stallard

NOVEMBER 9, 2010

As human beings we have emotions, hopes and dreams, a conscience, and deeply felt human needs. – Michael Lee Stallard helps leaders at organizations such as General Electric, Google, Johnson & Johnson, NASA and Yale-New Haven Hospital boost productivity, innovation and overall performance.

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In the CEO Afterlife

JULY 24, 2011

Leadership. Here’s a clue to the French liquor-maker’s culture, from their annual report: “We will continue to raise our game so that creativity and innovation are the heart of our model. Great observation – that it's creativity and innovation in the business plan that matters, less so the advertising. Human Resources.

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In the CEO Afterlife

AUGUST 1, 2011

Leadership. To its credit, GSK still owns Macleans and although it is no longer the #3 brand, chomping at the tails of Colgate and Crest, Macleans has benefitted from contemporary marketing and dental care innovation in a few geographies. Human Resources. Leadership. In the CEO Afterlife. Main menu Home. Old Brands.

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Brand CEO Stage-Gate Marketing 131

Chart Your Course

AUGUST 14, 2012

All humans need to feel appreciated. Throughout the year employees nominate each other for five award categories: leadership, quality improvement, innovation, community involvement, etc. Schreiber Foods, Inc. holds an annual President’s Employee Recognition Dinner. More information.

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Webinar Library Motivation Video 133

Chart Your Course

AUGUST 14, 2012

2) Deploy a leadership strategy. There is unmistakable evidence revealing how leadership is exercised, formally and informally, throughout the organization. People have a basic human need to feel appreciated. The amazing thing is there are lots of innovative employees who have great ideas, but most of them go untapped.

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In the CEO Afterlife

FEBRUARY 5, 2011

Leadership. by John • February 5, 2011 • Branding , Leadership , Marketing , Strategy • 1 Comment. The role has been relegated to middle managers who are brand custodians, not leaders in innovation. Companies need the direct and passionate involvement of senior management in product and brand innovation.

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In the CEO Afterlife

MAY 23, 2011

Leadership. Jack Welch’s replacement wanted ‘Innovation at Work’ — not bad for culture and corporate morale, but in my view, short on consumer relativity. Human Resources. Leadership. 5 principles of simplicity via @ matthewemay [link] Humans need a reminder RT @ hunterwalk Good design teaches.

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Michael Lee Stallard

JUNE 18, 2010

Michael Lee Stallard Insights on Leadership and Employee Engagement Home About Hire to Speak Press Kit Has Jim Goodnight Cracked the Code of Corporate Culture? When these needs are met, people thrive, individually and collectively. Michael Lee Stallard is president of E Pluribus Partners, a leadership training and coaching firm.

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 20, 2012

None of the leadership lessons that I have learned, unlearned, or relearned ever since have left as indelible an impact as the ones I learnt as a child. Only that kind of trust makes people feel empowered, gives them the courage to innovate, take risks, and to push themselves beyond their comfort zones to find success.

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