Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 13, 2025

For example, if a colleague seems excited, you could reflect, “You seem really energized about this project. Practice in Low-Stakes Situations Before using Reflect to Connect in high-stakes meetings, practice it in everyday interactions. Is it exciting?” Here are a few common pitfalls and how to avoid them: 1.

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Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2025

Richard Farson on contradictions: Contradictory impulses to both succeed and fail can be found in every project, every work team, even every individual. I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Every deal is both good and bad.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 24, 2025

Try this: “Hey [Manager’s Name], Ive come across something interesting that could impact [your project/team goals]. Consider a Pilot Approach Instead of diving headfirst into a massive project based on your new discovery, test the waters first. Id like to take an hour or two to explore it. What do you think?”

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Furthermore, predictive analytics can forecast hiring needs based on business growth projections and market trends, allowing organizations to address talent gaps proactively. In some cases, virtual and augmented reality are also utilized for immersive candidate assessments and onboarding experiences.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

After everyone has selected their habit, have them share why they chose that habit and how they see it impacting the project. This isn’t just about another project plan—it’s about building a culture where everyone understands what success looks like and acts accordingly. That’s what team alignment really means. And that momentum?

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

Offering professional development, recognizing achievements, and providing opportunities to work on cutting-edge projects keep leaders engaged. Retaining technology leaders requires fostering a culture of growth and innovation.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 17, 2025

Getting the stretch assignments and high-visibility projects? It happens in everyday conversationsin meetings, in project planning sessions, and in casual chats with colleagues. Inclusion isnt just about whos hiredits about who feels seen, heard, and valued once theyre there.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 13, 2023

Stop that Credit Stealer and Get the Recognition You Deserve “I was in a meeting the other day, and one of the executives thanked my boss for the success of a project I’ve been working on all year. The really infuriating thing is that she had NOTHING to do with that project. And you know what she said next? Thank you.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Redefining the Role of Interim Executives in Business Strategy Interim executives now serve as strategic assets leveraged to drive transformation, execute high-stakes projects, or navigate periods of crisis and uncertainty.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 31, 2022

I was six months into a new job and my boss’s boss asked me to take on a major project. I worked hard and gave the project my evenings and weekends until it was done. When I returned the completed project to my boss’s boss (ahead of schedule and with better quality than anything he’d seen), he frowned. Celebrate effort.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 27, 2025

What to Ask: What would a successful outcome look like for this project? The Four Cs in Action: A Quick Scenario Lets say your team is struggling with a delayed project. If everyone knows what success looks like (and what it doesnt), youll save yourself from future headaches like, Wait, I was supposed to do that?

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 21, 2023

” Try being more specific like this: “When you were working on the _ project, I noticed it was challenging for you to set up the project efficiently. When you delegated the tasks out among the team the timing was off and important parts of the project weren’t done when they needed to be.

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Rich Gee Group

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Share an article that speaks to their current project, connect them to someone in your network who might benefit their goals, or volunteer to run a minor errand if it can save them an hour. Link your project to their goals. Hey, Id love your feedback by Friday so we can keep the project on track. Will it make them look good?

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

It could be theyre obsessed with their passion project (which, unfortunately, has nothing to do with yours). Try this: “Ive been working on [insert key project], and I know how important this is to [company priority]. Or, maybe they are super engaged, just not on your MITs (most important things). Ive been there.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MAY 15, 2023

I care about __ (you, this team, this project) and I’m confident we can find a solution that we can all work with.” This powerful phrase works well because you start by prioritizing the relationship, and (as we teach in our leadership programs ) “put people before projects.” You’ve come together to talk about it.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 11, 2020

The days blend in to one another and morale begins to drop… If you and your team are facing an endless horizon…of stressful work, of remote work with the family just off camera, or and endless project, it’s vital that you are […].

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 3, 2025

Communicate the WhyContext is Everything Before you even think about the logistics of a project or task, people need to understand why it matters. Think about an initiative, priority, or project that hasnt gained traction. How the message fits in with existing work and strategies? What to do next? Why should they care?

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Lead from Within

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

They create an environment where challenging projects, complex problems, and continuous learning are the norm. Great leaders provide their team members with the autonomy to take ownership of their projects and the freedom to approach tasks in their own way.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JUNE 10, 2024

Now let’s talk about our project.” do you have anything fun you like to talk about or any interests in common?) • Do they have any big projects they’re working on outside of their day job? Big Personal Projects Initial Question: “Any exciting projects you’re working on outside of work?” And you say “Great.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 7, 2021

If someone asks you what you think about a project and you say, “My interpretation is that it sucks,” you may be honest, but you’re not being respectful. So, instead of saying that the project sucks, share what values are at stake and what concerns you have. You’re not projecting a toxic interpretation of events onto other people.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 26, 2024

Some of my best work memories from my time at Verizon (and lasting relationships) came from collaborating on projects we both cared about. It could be preparing for a new role, or taking on a special project, or going deeper in the work you currently do. Do something that scares you (or at least challenges you). 4. __ Your turn.

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N2Growth Blog

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

An interim Chief Technology Officer could be brought in to oversee the implementation of new technological systems, ensuring that the transition enhances operational efficiency without disrupting ongoing projects. Industry insights support the critical role of interim executives.

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N2Growth Blog

MARCH 24, 2025

Jean-Christophe Simon highlights, Testing leadership potential in low-risk environments, such as projects or small teams, can reveal whether an individual is ready for greater responsibilities. Mentorship allows potential leaders to gain experience in guiding others without immediately transitioning into formal leadership roles.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 18, 2022

A few conversation starters: This project exceeded our customer’s expectations. Or you could host a post-project celebration. . It can be a helpful exercise as you’re interacting with people and projects to stop and reflect on what you are most curious about in this situation. What would you add?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 1, 2024

If we could only choose one aspect of our project to succeed, what should it be and why?” Identifying the core element that defines the success of the entire project can help the team focus on what truly matters. A related question, “Which elements of this project should we say “no” to?

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Then there are occasional delegated, assigned tasks, or projects. Delegated assignments, project work, or multi-part tasks. For multi-step projects, there are milestones dates that need to be met and can be established up front. First, look at the different types of tasks your team members do regularly. Begin with routine tasks.

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Let's Grow Leaders

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

For example, “Yes, it sounds like this project would benefit our marketing strategy. I can certainly prioritize this new marketing project if we can shift the product deadline. Again, start with what you can say yes to… I’m deeply committed to the success of the team and to this project.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 28, 2022

For example, consider what responses you might get to these two questions: “WHY did you finish the project so fast?” “HOW were you able to finish the project so fast?” Asking “what” and “how” make it easier to show genuine curiosity. ” to. WHY did you do it that way?

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 4, 2024

For example: “I care about __ (you, this team, this project) and I’m confident we can find a solution that we can all work with.” It can trap the team in a “sunk cost fallacy,” escalating commitments to failing or suboptimal projects. And a few of our Powerful Phrases G.O.A.T.s work great here too.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Clarify Intent The next time your manager brings a project to you, ask about their intent. For example: “I recall last time we worked on a project like this. Is this a project like that where you would like something to respond to? Or that another project can wait. So you need to help them understand the tradeoffs.

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Let's Grow Leaders

OCTOBER 23, 2023

What to Say Next After a Team Setback: Beyond the ‘F’ Word We’ve been there too—project outcomes that don’t meet expectations, missed deadlines, or even complete strategy breakdowns. What could a shift away from this F-bomb do for team morale, project outcomes, and even workplace culture ?

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Earlier in our careers, we both thrived with managers who challenged us with new projects or gave us a chance to invest in an exciting opportunity. You can ask: Whats a project or skill youve been wanting to tackle? How can we align your work with your long-term goals? “You know why this matters more than anyone.

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Great Results Team Building

OCTOBER 30, 2024

For example, two team members may disagree on who the best college basketball team is… or the best approach to a project. For example, imagine two team members are in conflict over the allocation of resources for a project. These are usually low-stakes and don’t have lasting consequences on team performance.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 5, 2022

The project makes sense to you. Other times, it can be the crush of competing priorities from other projects or departments. It’s a frank conversation about when all parties agree to complete the task or project and how this task interacts with other priorities. Do you know their “people, pets, or projects”? Not really.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JANUARY 16, 2023

If you want to solve a specific problem, don’t allow a team member to turn the meeting into a briefing on her latest project unless it specifically helps the group solve the problem at hand. He had moved onto other work, diligently crossing items off his to-do list while the overall project sat idle. Clarify Who Owns the Decision.

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