Leading Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2014

Vice president and partner Dan Parisi said, “Our job is to move people from left to right, up a learning curve. When there’s a steep learning curve, you need to build a safety net under it.” On every project, one person, such as the account manager, is the designated safety net. Management'

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Coaching Tip

APRIL 22, 2018

In BUILD AN A-TEAM author Whitney Johnson offers a thought-provoking and essential exploration of how some leaders propel their team members up the learning curve. We all want opportunities to learn, experiment, and grow in our jobs. . We all want opportunities to learn, experiment, and grow in our jobs. .

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 29, 2024

Harnessing the Power of AI in Executive Training Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the landscape of executive training and development, enabling more personalized, engaging, and effective learning experiences. Now, the focus is shifting from conventional practices to developing skills for managing distributed teams.

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QAspire

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

While his passing marks the close of a remarkable chapter in management thought, his insights remain as relevant as ever. One concept that resonated deeply with me is Handys Sigmoid Curvea model of learning and growth that starts with investment and struggle, peaks with success, and inevitably declines unless one reinvents in time.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 3, 2019

All jobs have a learning curve—but as time progresses, and the skill is enhanced, the challenge of the job will lessen. Is there a function they would like to learn, such as project management? Per Gallup research, an astounding 70 percent of U.S. First, it would be necessary to understand what the employee loves to do.

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Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

More specifically, Dr. Warrell will help you develop your mastery in the two essential dimensions of courage : Management of fear. Learn something new and share your fumbling up the learning curve. Willingness to act in its presence, amid real or perceived risks.

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The Center For Leadership Studies

APRIL 1, 2025

The 8 Most Powerful Change Management Strategies There are plenty of ways to navigate change, but in our experience, these are some of the most effective. That means being honest and transparent as soon as management confirms changes are going live and keeping all employees and staff updated through every stage of the process.

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HR Digest

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

These complaints have been levied against the group for the last few years but so far, managers have been able to work around the problem rather than eliminating the workers. Across borders and over generations, workers have always had to face a learning curve while shifting from the education sphere to the work sphere.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 30, 2015

I was recently interviewed by Fast Company on the effectiveness of “curve ball questions” in the interview process. Don’t get me wrong, I believe in hiring managers conducting deep interviews to get beyond the BS. When I received the call, I was intrigued. But you’re bigger than that. Think wiser.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 15, 2012

Most managers are happy to let you know you’re on the list, but avoid having to have the tough conversation to tell you you’ve been dropped. As a high potential, you’re expected to have a high degree of “learning agility” and will be expected quickly climb their learning curves and nail each new assignment.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 11, 2024

Knowledge Sharing and Learning: Coopetition enables the exchange of expertise, resources, and best practices among competitors. In this mutually beneficial environment, companies can accelerate their learning curves, share risks, and foster a culture of innovation.

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Next Level Blog

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

If that sounds like you or someone you know, here are three things to keep in mind that will help you manage your mojo: Believe You Should Be There : It’s highly unlikely that you were selected for your role through some crazy fluke or accident. Have fun learning. Be gentle on yourself as you move through the learning curve.

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Great Leadership By Dan

APRIL 1, 2014

Sales reps were trained in their products and how to sell them, scientists went to conferences, engineers were offered continued training to keep their skills up to date, and new managers were trained how to manage. Sure, without training, people can still “wing it”, try to learn on their own, and sink or swim.

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CEO Insider

MARCH 30, 2023

The dust from the Silicon Valley Bank collapse is nearly settled, but as we look at the new landscape, we need to take a hard look at what can be learned from it. Copyright The CEOWORLD magazine Limited 2021. All rights reserved.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 28, 2024

Leadership transitions are often challenging for both new managers and their teams. In this article, we will analyze the root causes of these challenges and propose a four-point plan to help new managers overcome these obstacles and become effective, inspiring leaders. The four points: 1.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JUNE 16, 2012

New emotional and social intelligence research from Hay Group has shown that Empathy , Conflict Management, Self-Awareness and Influence are all key skills required for effective leadership in the matrix environment. Less than one third (31 percent) of individuals were found to hold strong conflict-management skills. Be resilient.

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N2Growth Blog

APRIL 2, 2010

You must choose to get off the sideline and into the game, then you must choose to endure the learning curve, and finally you must choose to deploy the needed resources to be successful. I forget who it was, but some researcher determined that a person can really only manage relationships with about 150 people.

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Strategy Driven

AUGUST 2, 2021

One of the most important aspects of business is management, yet this can be one of the most tricky and stressful responsibilities for entrepreneurs. However, failing to show good management traits can have a profound impact on the productivity of the workforce, leading to poor results and lower profits.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2015

In discussing the S Curve of Personal Learning , Whitney explained its seven stages, from the frustration and unfamiliarity of being at the start of a learning curve through mastery. Vivienne is different from me; she doesn’t have all of the existential questions that can plague you by the time you’re 50.

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N2Growth Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Furthermore, with AI algorithms’ ability to actively learn and improve over time, strategic decision-making, talent management , and operational efficiency may achieve new heights. This potential redefines traditional leadership roles and strategies, bringing a new dimension to corporate management.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 26, 2015

When you are seeking your first management role, getting promoted is a mysterious process. Here are three specific allies you need to develop: Your Manager. A recommendation from your manager is often the single most important factor in winning a promotion. Learn how to lead yourself with Getting Things Done. Your Peers.

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Leading Blog

OCTOBER 7, 2019

Today, Blackstone has over $500 billion in assets under management. Great managers understand how each part works on its own and in relation to all the others. When you’re young, only take a job that provides you with a steep learning curve and strong training. Information is the most important asset in business.

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Strategy Driven

APRIL 12, 2020

2,500+ Expert Contributor management and leadership articles. Excerpted from Build an A-Team: Play to Their Strengths and Lead Them Up the Learning Curve by Whitney Johnson. Expert advice provided via StrategyDriven’s Advisors Corner. Best of all, it’s FREE Forever with No Credit Card Required. Access the Article Now!

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Leading Blog

AUGUST 22, 2018

If you’re new at something, have realistic expectations and give yourself the latitude to learn.” Even as a seasoned expert, you’re human and not immune to bad days or learning curves. Learn to identify it and engage strategies to overcome it such as using your network to become an insider. Perfection is Slow Death.

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Great Leadership By Dan

JANUARY 24, 2008

Increase and enhance the assimilation of the new leader and their new team, improving the new leaders’s learning curve and overall management effectiveness. Facilitator summarizes with new manager key points from the data gathered. What does (name) need to know about us? Team reconvenes with leader.

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Lead by Adventure

OCTOBER 25, 2016

During that season, I worked for a guy that was a micro-manager. ” These are lessons you can learn if you give it a little thought and reflect on your experiences. Here are five such lessons I learned from my experience working with a micro-manager: Be willing to work on your differences. assessment for hiring.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 16, 2023

You can check employee performance management solutions by primalogik for a free 360-degree template. Consider Learning Styles People learn differently, so assessments should also consider learning styles to be more value-adding in the long run.

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The Horizons Tracker

FEBRUARY 7, 2021

There was also a rapid and steep learning curve for staff to familiarize themselves with the new technology, with many reporting frustrations with the various technical issues they encountered, particularly around a lack of access to HIPAA-compliant platforms. There were also challenges in terms of reimbursement for remote services.

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Change Starts Here

MARCH 5, 2014

Managers express irritation when efficiency slides as employees experience a learning curve. Out of deference to authority, employees do not provide feedback or offer differing ideas to managers. Managers make locally optimizing decisions that either don’t support or directly conflict with the change.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 20, 2020

Liz Wiseman 's book, Rookie Smarts , is all about living and working perpetually on a learning curve. Something magical happens when a skilled veteran successfully re-learns her/his rookie smarts and is still able to retain her/his veteran acumen," explains Wiseman.

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Lead Change Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2015

No more steep learning curves, no extreme challenges – just another day at the office. You may get bored or arrogant at the top of the curve. For people, it’s time to jump onto a new learning curve to stay fresh and engaged. Then, things settle down and become business as usual.

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Kevin Eikenberry

DECEMBER 16, 2010

Consulting Speaking Training Products KevinEikenberry.com About Blog Home Blogs I Like Leadership Learning Subscribe When People Don’t Know. We want to engage people, empower them and avoid micro-management, yet there are times when we must step in and serve them more directly. Read the rest of the post here.

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Innovation Excellence

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

GUEST POST from Greg Satell Over the course of my career, Ive had the opportunity to lead a number of organizations and each one involved a series of steep learning curves. Even the most successful operations do some things poorly, so managing an enterprise involves constant improvement.

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Mike Cardus

FEBRUARY 23, 2020

This content borrows from the great work of Ichak Adizes and his research into corporate lifecycles, and management. Just four essential functions can define the fundamental role of management for any team, department, or company. Entrepreneurship and the continuum of change.

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Mike Cardus

NOVEMBER 28, 2010

Work Your Ass Off Until You Figure It Out.

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The Office Blend Blog

JULY 28, 2019

The bottom of the learning curve that newcomers face is often a steep one — characterized by a brisk influx of both information and people-focused demands. (I’ve ”) Existing research focusing on newcomers, can offer managers clues as to what hey can do to support the process. How do I connect with my manager?

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Lead Change Blog

DECEMBER 23, 2015

When I began my career, I set my sights on one day being a manager, maybe even a director. What I learned within a short span of time is that titles and org charts are invisible to the definition of leadership. One of my responsibilities was to help the Employee Relations Manager with New Employee Orientation.

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