Terry Starbucker

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

Practice Full Spectrum Management. Practice Full Spectrum Management. In my career I have observed that a lot of managers like to stay in the middle of a management “spectrum”. I can personally attest it is a pretty strong thing to resist. Stay tuned for the next 20 over the course of the next several weeks.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Every manager and team member will be more effective with greater skill in this arena. Resist the urge to focus only on what everyone already knows. You need every single brain cell operating on full cylinder at times like these, not censored with fear of making mistakes. It’s not easy. ” – Julian Baggini.

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Let's Grow Leaders

AUGUST 1, 2014

If a leader assumes their formal authority and position are sufficient to lead, they will quickly run into resistance. Ian McAllister, General Manager at Amazon, reports that one of his greatest challenges as a new manager was thinking too small. It’s true that a new leader has some credibility by virtue of their role.

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Rich Gee Group

JULY 19, 2024

Bureaucracy : Excessive layers of management and overly rigid procedures that inhibit flexibility and responsiveness. Action Item : Implement Lean Management principles. Action Item : Use project management tools like Asana or Trello to assign tasks, set deadlines, and track progress.

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General Leadership

MAY 7, 2014

Consider the following: If EQ is to us, what an engine is to a car – then self-regulation is the drive train that powers how we operate. “…self-regulation is the drive train that powers how we operate…” Our capacity for self-regulation acts in the same way. Lose brand power. Lose situational power.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

What does that mean for your managers and front-line employees? As your team is growing resist the urge to solve problems FOR them and teach them how to think. I answered all their tough questions, as opposed to preparing my team managers to do so. What does “regular” mean? What happens in those one-on-ones?

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N2Growth Blog

AUGUST 23, 2010

This is the definition of presence, and it is only when we operate in the present that real creativity, growth and innovation occur. Operating in excess of that threshold will cause increased stress, lack of attention to detail and errant decisioning. Is your rubber-band stretched so tight that it’s about to snap?

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 30, 2011

Let me make this as simple as I can; managing expectations is gamesmanship – aligning them is leadership. Resist making verbal commitments : Most misunderstandings occur as a result of improper interpretation of oral communications.

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General Leadership

FEBRUARY 16, 2014

I’m speaking of those moments in which we find ourselves operating in the present without joy, face an uncertain future with little hope or are seemingly pursuing a path with no discernable purpose. The more we resist, the more we stagnate. Often, we label such seasons of life as storms, trials, challenges, or low points.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

To illustrate the potential impacts, in 2007, Nokia had a little over half the mobile phone market with an operating profit of about $7.8 These transformations typically involve a profound change in how a business operates, encompassing people, process, and technology.

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Mike Cardus

AUGUST 9, 2013

Resistance to Change and Learning Anxiety. Management must be OK with the team changing the steps, as long as the change goal is met you cannot micromanage the process. The district managers operated under a control and command system and asking them to switch to coaching & feedback was met with great resistance.

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Lead Change Blog

SEPTEMBER 15, 2015

This tendency is problematic if you are a manager. Our account managers liked candidates who were versatile and had broad knowledge. It was these partners we considered for broader management positions, because we had learned over time that the best managers….

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2010

They resist at all costs letting that dreaded public display of compassion slip out. People’s resistance to display compassion, other than to family and friends, is what makes it so complex. The act of operating in the truest best interest of others is the issue. Thanks for the astute observations Mark. Mike Henry Sr.

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N2Growth Blog

JANUARY 21, 2011

Posted on January 21st, 2011 by admin in Leadership , Miscellaneous , Operations & Strategy By Mike Myatt , Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Entrepreneur, CEO or Both? Perhaps you were the right person for the job initially, but has the company outgrown your management ability? Which hat, or hats do you wear?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Because value chains are independent of existing organizational structures, staff and work locations, they are less intimidating to the management and staff that have a vested interest in maintaining the status quo.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 17, 2019

The rat would urge children to eat more pizza while they played coin-operated video games. Later in that decade, Nolan appeared on panel at an event for small business owners and managers. Don’t confuse good luck with good management. Resist that temptation. The scheme was Chuck E. Cheese’s Pizza Time Theatre.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 25, 2021

To better understand the challenges of changing the mindset of employees at an organization, we should identify the factors causing this resistance to change. Step 4: Operations alignment. Not surprisingly, the biggest challenge he faced was changing his colleagues’ mindset to get them on board with the changes. And why is that?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 29, 2018

Your business now operates as part of a global digital eco-system where leveling the playing field has become a digital impossibility. Stop thinking about managing the risk of technology, tools, and process improvement. Start thinking about opportunities based on insights, customers, markets, and business models.

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QAspire

JULY 1, 2012

Managers often end up in a situation when they are hired to take charge of a team/department that already exists and performs to a certain level. The history comes along, but is invisible to this new manager. They start operating within the confines of what they have experienced so far. Or, they ignore resistance.

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N2Growth Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2024

European venture capitalists are increasingly focusing on how well founders manage these traits, as it can significantly impact a startups ability to scale. As Polly Barnes, Operating Partner at EQT Ventures , notes, After their first big venture round, its no longer just about the meits about the we.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 1, 2024

Ignoring these advancements may leave your organization struggling to keep up with competitors who harness the power of AI to enhance their operations, customer experiences, and overall competitiveness. Leaders should proactively explore how AI can augment their operations, leading to more efficient processes and improved outcomes.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Through their guidance, organizations can empower their leadership teams to operate at their highest potential, driving innovation, fostering collaboration, and achieving exceptional business outcomes. Despite the numerous benefits that these assessments provide, there can be hesitation from leaders and team members alike.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 12, 2024

This inevitable change can sometimes cause instability and uncertainty within the workforce if not managed carefully. Effective leadership succession fills the vacancy left by a departing leader, ensuring a seamless transition and continuity in the organization’s strategic direction and operations.

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Persuasive Powerhouse

JUNE 27, 2010

Stop striving and resisting. The effort it takes to strive and resist keeps us from seeing the people right in front of us who can help. Striving and resisting causes stress and makes us focus on ourselves instead of others. I have a feeling that if you are, your leadership and the work of your organization is effortless.

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N2Growth Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Another significant challenge for executives is managing organizational complexity. As companies grow in size and expand their operations, leaders must navigate intricate webs of processes, hierarchies, and stakeholder relationships.

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Leading Blog

JULY 24, 2013

And that desire impacts how we operate in the world. "If That''s why we resist change and want our agendas and ideologies to prevail." In part three, Asacker turns to what we can do personally to understand and manage our own beliefs. The psychic strain would paralyze us. And so we ignore them.". We want control over our world.

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N2Growth Blog

JULY 11, 2010

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The Practical Leader

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

According to the Agile Alliance, “If you extend the idea of Agile as a mindset, then people seeking Business Agility ask themselves, ‘How might we structure and operate our organization in a way that allows us to create and respond to change and deal with uncertainty?’ Employees serve management. Internal Focus.

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 12, 2024

Leadership changes usually introduce new perspectives, distinct management styles, and different strategies, all of which can change an organization’s established norms, values, and behaviors. This necessitates respecting established traditions and embodying those values in their management approach.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 23, 2017

Like many new managers, I had been promoted because I was ambitious and good at the front-line work. My negative emotions drove me to try controlling everyone, and I saw insubordination in anyone who resisted. Have you seen this happen with other new managers–perhaps even with yourself? It’s not so unusual.

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Tanveer Naseer

JUNE 27, 2017

Has resistance been dealt with openly? So this step ensures that the business operating team is ready to take ownership of the change and continue implementing the plan. Author Lee Colan suggests managing timelines versus deadlines as one approach to accountability. Were key stakeholders involved in creating the solution?

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N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2024

Effective succession planning helps: Prepare Internal Candidates: Equip them to transition seamlessly into key roles, minimizing disruptions and maintaining operational stability. This resistance can impede the implementation of new strategies and create barriers to identifying and developing future leaders.

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Planning Strategy Succession Long-term 195

Mike Cardus

AUGUST 29, 2012

I constantly hear “I would like my staff to figure things out for themselves” and “I wish my manager could see what’s wrong and understand that they have the power to fix-it.” maybe the manager does not know what to-do most of the time they don’t, and you have to find someone who does. That is a good thing. Who might know what to do?

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N2Growth Blog

MAY 16, 2024

Understanding the Concept of Succession Planning Succession planning is a critical aspect of organizational management. The first step is to identify the key roles within the organization that are essential for its smooth operation and determine the necessary competencies and skills for each role.

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Planning Succession Morale Strategy 243

N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2010

Resist the temptation to give way to emotional decisioning and you’ll see your career and company soar to new heights of success. Is your article title really about anger management or appropriate emotional expression in business? link] Taariq Lewis Hi Mike: As always, a great blog. I will be curating again, soon. A blog post?

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Blog Leadership Emotional Intelligence Brand 419

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. Another obstacle lies in ensuring cultural compatibility.

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Change Starts Here

FEBRUARY 6, 2014

As change becomes ubiquitous in the workplace, more organizations are developing internal change management capability to help keep the pace. The following are five steps organizations are taking to successfully implement change management programs: Form a Centralized Team. Start Small. Build a Network of Change Agents.

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