Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Having a mentor is one of the best things you can do to advance your career as a leader. So, decide soon to secure a mentor who will work with you during 2025. A mentor can benefit leaders new to their leadership role and they can benefit experienced and seasoned leaders, as well. Make that one of your New Years resolutions.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

For instance, a mid-level manager we supported rose to a C-suite position within five years, propelled by iterative evaluations that honed his strategic acumen and people-management capabilities. Our work at N2Growth reveals that executives who embrace consistent, candid feedback see a marked improvement in their leadership trajectory.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 4, 2024

Engaged for a defined period, they lead specific initiatives, manage transitions, or stabilize operations during times of change. Mentorship and Development: By collaborating closely with existing teams, they mentor internal staff, enhancing capabilities and preparing them for future leadership roles.

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Great Results Team Building

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Ask Baby Boomers to be Mentors : With their extensive experience and strong work ethic, Baby Boomers are well-suited to mentor younger generations. Understanding and effectively managing a multigenerational workforce requires empathy, adaptability, and strategic communication.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

See Also: The Manager Squeeze: How the New Workplace is Testing Team Leaders Step 2: Help Them See Your Genius (Without a Neon Sign) Your work is valuable. Build relationships with mentors, sponsors, and peers who do see your value. The key is aligning your work with their worries.

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Leading Blog

JUNE 5, 2023

Though, given their worldview, led may be too strong a word – even manage may be too strong. Mentor ( and reverse mentoring ). Millennials and Zers often crave one-to-one relationships in the form of mentors. Be open to reverse mentoring too. Perhaps it would be better to say, worked with. Give feedback.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 10, 2022

“What do I do if my boss is a “gamer” manager–the kind of manipulative boss you talk about in your book Winning Well )? AskingforaFriend ” This is a question we get quite frequently from people reading our book: Winning Well: A Manager’s Guide To Getting Results– Without Losing Your Soul.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 2, 2022

If your Sales SVP thinks your leadership development program is a distraction, your sales managers will show up late and multi-task. You might be thinking, “It’s hard enough to get my managers to attend a leadership development program. The Power of Leaders as Coaches. Wait, What? Who Has Time for That? ” We get it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2014

” I can also hear the echo of countless bosses and mentors over the years, “You’re not here to be liked.” Conventional managerial wisdom says, “It doesn’t matter if they like you, as long as they respect you.” ” “If you worry about whether they like you, they won’t respect you.”

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 22, 2021

Today, on Asking For a Friend , I talk with Julie Winkle Giulioni , author of Help them Grow or Watch Them Go about how managers can support development when there is pitifully little time. Look for quick opportunities for development in the context of your regular cadence of work (10 minute, bite-size coaching or mentoring moments).

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Lead Change Blog

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

Strategic talent management is the ultimate competitive advantage for today’s businesses. Managing talent is a dynamic and ongoing process that is often executed poorly or overlooked completely. Don’t allow your company to simply plod along or suffer from poor talent management! Learn more and register here.

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Great Results Team Building

JANUARY 4, 2025

Studies, like those by Gallup, reveal a striking disparity: while most managers believe they regularly give praise, team members often report feeling unseen and unappreciated. Most managers think they provide regular feedback, yet team members often report receiving little or none. Tailor your approach to match their preferences.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

Character is about managing your life well, so you can lead others well. They position them and mentor them.” Mentoring Leaders: Coach them to the next level. Leaders have a responsibility to mentor others. For mentoring to work, it becomes a two-way street. As mentors, we should both teach and learn.

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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. At the executive level, cultivating effective teams is perhaps the most essential role of a leader—meaning the complexity of managing people and nurturing their growth increases.

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Rich Gee Group

APRIL 11, 2022

Tool #2 - The Nine Box Grid This week, let’s focus on a great talent management tool - the 9-Box Grid. ACTION PLAN: Massively delegate your responsibilities to them, give them management spots to coach associates under them, and most of all, encourage them to mentor many of the other areas to ensure they see the light.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re a manager, you likely hear a lot about not only leading and organizing but also being a coach for your team. Today on Asking for a Friend I talk with Sara Canaday about tips from her new book “Coaching Essentials for Managers.” As a manager, you supervise and organize the workload for those you are managing.

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how crucial it is for future leaders to go beyond traditional management techniques. The future demands leaders who can manage teams, drive meaningful change, and uphold integrity. Cultivate Emotional Intelligence: Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a crucial skill for future leaders.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 18, 2024

Conversely, poorly managed transitions invite uncertainty that can erode employee morale, undermine client trust, and weaken competitive advantage. Overcoming Common Obstacles in CEO Succession CEO succession can encounter significant headwinds if not proactively managed.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 28, 2023

In this article, we address the common reasons so many managers tolerate poor performance, and what to do instead. 6 Reasons Managers Tolerate Poor Performance Here’s a gut check if addressing performance issues is hard for you. Practice your conversation with a peer or mentor. Use the INSPIRE method (more here).

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 22, 2021

” It’s so sad to watch a manager with a great idea start with a pre-apology and then wonder why their voice isn’t heard. Back in my early HR days at Verizon, I (Karin) was really excited about a new mentoring program we had developed, but I had to convince the operations leadership that the time was right.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 1, 2022

10:50 As a leader, how do you “be more wrong” when your manager responds poorly to you having a failure or making mistakes? Involve your manager in the decision-making and being an advisor. Invite them to be a mentor/coach for you. 15:45 What are some very practical tips for managers? Staying Resilient.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 21, 2023

Time management is critical for all leaders as they impact and direct their team's overall strategy and operations. I've developed a few essential methods for effectively managing your ever-growing schedule: Set clear priorities: Identify the most critical tasks and projects you need to deliver and have your teams focus on them first.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 1, 2024

Mentorship Unlocked : The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success by Janice Omadeke What is a mentor? Why is having a mentor crucial to success? Or how do you make sure that you're a good mentor?

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Terry Starbucker

MARCH 5, 2019

There’s a role a leader must play that in this day and age is even more important than being a teacher or mentor. They also deal with information that can “flow” in the wrong direction – that is, they have managers that openly express negative or detrimental words to the people they lead. Yep, a plumber.

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Chartered Management Institute

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Through guidance, deep encouragement, reflection and structured learning, mentoring can support the growth and development of the individual as a whole,” she says. Through guidance, deep encouragement, reflection and structured learning, mentoring can support the growth and development of the individual as a whole,” she says.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 15, 2024

I sought out the best medical advice, educated myself on AFib, and made the necessary changes to manage the condition. What I discovered was a community of like-minded individuals—colleagues, mentors, and new partners—who believed in the business as much as I did.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 14, 2024

Becoming a new manager is a significant step in your career journey. To succeed as a new manager and lead your team to excellence, you’ll need to hone specific leadership skills. In this blog, we’ll explore seven essential leadership skills that every new manager should know and cultivate.

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Career Advancement

MARCH 8, 2021

Here are a few ways you can do that: Give her the opportunity to mentor others. The other employee doesn’t necessarily need to be less experienced—this is a great opportunity for peer-mentoring, in which two employees mentor each other in skills they want to develop. Foster collaboration. Provide learning resources.

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Lead from Within

AUGUST 8, 2024

Whether it’s a personality clash, conflicting work styles, or unproductive behavior, managing a difficult colleague can be a significant source of stress and frustration. However, with the right approach and strategies, you can successfully manage these relationships and maintain a positive, productive work environment.

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Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

Capacity is a leader’s ability to contain, manage, or affect change in the evolving circumstances within their role. Assessments should rely on a feedback loop from leaders, managers, and coaches to evaluate and track progress. We have opted for manager/employee alignment tools.

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Rich Gee Group

JUNE 25, 2023

But when it stops you from diving into that pool, when it holds you back from taking a leap of faith, from trying new things because you’re scared it won’t be perfect, then it becomes something you need to manage. Instead, we face it head-on, and we manage it. Let’s walk you through six steps to help you manage your perfectionism.

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Leading Blog

MAY 31, 2023

It Matters More Than You Think by @PhilCooke The Death of The Manager Role Is Predicted Yet Again. What's Really Needed by @artpetty 8 Things All Great Mentors Do by @briankdodd Empathetic Chatbots: Can Leaders & Doctors Be As Empathetic?

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

What does that mean for your managers and front-line employees? I answered all their tough questions, as opposed to preparing my team managers to do so. When I stepped away, my managers did not have the experience, skills, or courage to step into that role (see also How to Be a More Courageous Manager).

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Lead from Within

APRIL 13, 2023

Find a mentor or coach: Another effective way for busy people to develop their leadership skills is to seek out a mentor or coach. A mentor or coach can provide personalized guidance and support as you work on improving your leadership abilities. Very few understand why or how to prevent it.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

To bridge the digital fluency gap, many organizations are implementing reverse mentoring programs, where younger employees share their digital expertise with older colleagues. The junior staff believed that managers would be concerned about the risks generative AI posed to accuracy and explainability.

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Leading Blog

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Creativity Can’t. by Ernie Schenck @joguzucoryqa via @CommArts Feel Like Running Away? Others are building it. Do you know the difference?

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Yes, you want a productive relationship with your boss, a mentor who will challenge you, and—if you’re really lucky—a genuine sponsor opening doors. It’s natural to focus on building a great relationship with your manager. But don’t overlook the importance of a network of strong peer relationships.

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