Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 6, 2015

It’s easy to fool ourselves into the illusion that “just having a conference call,” instead of a face-to-face meeting or one-on-one, will save time. In fact, it’s that kind of thinking that leaves many managers moving from call to call with little time to connect with their team. In an attempt to salvage some productivity in their day, they put the phone on mute and try to get real work done at the same time—and don’t pay close attention to much as a result.

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Penelope Trunk

JULY 24, 2015

I am writing this post at the hairdresser. It’s my son’s second haircut this month. He loves the process of reinvention. While the haircuts feel extravagant, I like that he knows what he wants. Maybe I overvalue this trait in a person because the most frequent issue I deal with on coaching calls is helping people figure out what they want.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 5, 2015

Organizations are ready for their next evolutionary step: a step toward self-management, wholeness, and a new sense of purpose. Companies are developing a new form of organization -- a soulful workplace where talents are nurtured and the deepest aspirations are honored.

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JULY 29, 2015

Whether you’re looking to start a business or want to expand an existing one, finding the cash to do so can be tough. While the most traditional option is to go to the bank for a loan, there are many other choices that you may not know about. To help you secure the capital you need for your business, we’ve compiled a list of the funding resources that every entrepreneur should look into.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 20, 2015

What if you could pre-screen a movie of your life to help guide you in making your most pivotal decisions? Can you imagine knowing how your screenplay unfolds would guide your answers to the biggies: Should I follow my passion and shift careers? Should I relocate my family for that promotion? Should I take the risk and stand up for what I believe in?

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 10, 2015

When you’re overwhelmed, stressed, and busy, you know the natural answer is to delegate more. But there’s a risk. When you’re moving fast it’s wasy to get sloppy or overbearing in your delegation: ( see 3 delegation mistakes you don’t have to make). That’s why I’ve created this easy checklist for you to use the next time your delegating an important task.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 17, 2015

I had just finished reviewing the syllabus with my Masters level leadership class, and asked my typical follow-up question. “What else would you like to cover?” Lin raised her hand and asked sincerely, “Professor, you are so passionate about what you do, it’s oozing out of you. How do we motivate ourselves to feel like that?” Oh boy, a challenge.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 27, 2015

I had asked the group to share their teachable point of view on leadership in the form of a TEDdy Talk (e.g. learn to improve your speaking Karin Hurt style). Ultimately everyone would have their 5 minutes of TEDdy Talk fame, but tonight we were just practicing “Wow” openings. “Carrie,” who hadn’t said a heck of a lot before this, stood up and gave the most impassioned imitation of a horrible boss I’ve ever heard– as her “wow” opener. “

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 13, 2015

A working student in my evening MBA program approached me to talk about a work situation that was driving her crazy. She gave me the gory behind the scenes view: a few apathetic employees were fully taking advantage of a system that had let them get away with ridiculous performance for too long. She was a new supervisor and knew what was right. Apparently her instincts had been reinforced in our class that night.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 15, 2015

The situation would have sent any leader who cared running for aspirin. I asked Mark, the Senior VP, “Are you okay? Are you stressed? What needs to happen next?” Mark responded, “Karin, I don’t get stressed. There’s no use in that. But as it turns out I’m a stress carrier.” In humor lies the truth. Mark had mastered executive presence.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 1, 2015

I received this email from subscriber (modified enough for anonymity). Let’s call him Guy. Would you be up to offer a little free advice to beat down manager? I have been in some type of leadership position for over a decade now. Two years ago I took over as manager of the noted, “ really tough crowd” in our company. A slight understatement, but– I was up for the challenge.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 8, 2015

Mentoring, at it’s best, is a magical elixir which shaves years off your learning curve through mistakes unmade. Thank God, I’ve experienced the transformational spirit of amazing mentors. Please God, let my mentoring have made a difference for others. Ask anyone who’s ever had an amazing mentor where that experience ranks in their growth as a leader, and I’d bet money they’d put their mentor ahead of any keynote, consulting program, book they’ve read, and pot

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 29, 2015

This is a guest post from LGL Tribe Member and Winning Well Advocate, David Oddis. Years ago, on a beautiful summer day in Salt Lake City, Utah, I learned one of the most important things a leader can do: express the importance of “giving back.” As my mentor and I met for a casual lunch, he asked me if I had “ever received a bill” from him.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 31, 2015

You used to be sick? Or you ARE a survivor? You used to be a marathon runner? Or you KNOW the power of endurance? You used to be an artist? Or you have the ABILITY to create something beautiful? You used to be successful? Or you understand what it FEELS like to win? You used to be a screw up? Or you UNDERSTAND the importance of mentors? You are what you’ve learned.

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With the increased interest in reskilling and upskilling existing workforces, companies are looking for more training and development content and realizing that higher education has a lot to offer. Similarly, companies are finding value in providing training to students and preskilling their future workforce. The challenge is that the technology and platforms used to serve these two audiences have never had to work well together—until now.

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Penelope Trunk

JULY 8, 2015

As someone who compulsively throws stuff out, I was thrilled to hear that the bestselling book worldwide right now is about throwing stuff out: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up , by Marie Kondo. You should buy that book right now because my husband and I both loved it. I knew I’d love it because I am compulsive about throwing things out.

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Penelope Trunk

JULY 29, 2015

I studied rustic weddings for a year and realized that all the rustic wedding stuff feels like a parody on a working farm. So we had a very simple bar mitzvah lunch: harvest tables and flowers from the garden. I made all the food myself, from our farm and the farms of our Amish neighbors. I told everyone to wear the nicest clothes they could imagine wearing with boots made for walking through pig pens.

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Penelope Trunk

JULY 17, 2015

This live, online course helps ENFPs reconcile their incredible ability to do everything with the unlikelihood that they will finish any of it. The course runs August 24 – 27 at 8pm Eastern. The cost is $195, but if you sign up in the next five days the cost is $145. Sign up now. The ENFP is the type that has the widest range of strengths, and ENFPs can imagine themselves accomplishing a wider range of feats than any other type.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 12, 2015

In a hyperconnected world, where poor decisions can multiply, breaking free of unconscious bias has never been more important. A biased decision can set off a crisis or render a company vulnerable. Unfortunately, most established remedies and training don't work, because of the way biases are embedded in the brain. You need different organizational strategies for each of the five broad categories of things about which people are biased: similarity, expedience, experience, distance, and safety.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 28, 2015

Several coincident, significant transformations are causing a revolution in the way electricity -- the vital fuel of global commerce and human comfort -- is produced, distributed, stored, and marketed. As a result, a top-down, centralized system is devolving into one that is much more distributed and interactive, and more competitive. But the implications of this revolution go far beyond the utility sector.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 26, 2015

Once solely dedicated to low-cost support for local factories, these centers, a new survey reveals, are now pursuing "knowledge-driven" R&D -- conducting fundamental research.

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JULY 13, 2015

Focusing on targets that leverage one's capabilities provides the greatest chance of M&A success. That's the conclusion of Strategy&'s recent study of 540 major global deals in nine industries announced between 2001 and 2012. In fact, the overall premium for capabilities-driven deals above other types of deals -- identified as "limited fit" deals -- was a 14.2 percent compound annual growth rate.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 7, 2015

Leadership author and executive coach Marshall Goldsmith -- who is always skeptical of catchphrases like employee engagement -- talks about the qualities necessary to galvanize individuals' commitment at work.

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Speaker: Leslie Grandy, Product Executive & Drew Weaver, Senior Program Manager

Are you considering a shift to product management or just starting your journey as a Product Manager? Join Leslie Grandy and Drew Weaver for an insightful webinar designed to help you seamlessly transition into this dynamic role. Whether you're looking to pivot your career or enhance your existing skills, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed!

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Strategy+Business

JULY 23, 2015

Product returns are typically seen as a necessary headache and a cost drain. But companies can use their return policies to enhance customer loyalty and increase profits.

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JULY 22, 2015

The best leadership team contains both innovative producers and recognized performers. Unfortunately, many companies expect a single individual to fulfill both roles.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 16, 2015

Online consumer reviews of new products are more than just word of mouth -- they also can provide companies with early (and free) advice on how to improve products.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 13, 2015

This technology company almost died of financial hubris, but its behind-the-scenes resurrection proves there's sometimes a fine line between winning and losing.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 27, 2015

The beverage alcohol world is ripe for disruption, and distributors who are willing to navigate the industry's hurdles will find opportunities for growth.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 6, 2015

Balancing the immediate desire for personalization with a need to understand more than our immediate environment might ultimately offer the deeper reward.

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Strategy+Business

JULY 19, 2015

Revolutionary changes in the delivery, financing, and management of healthcare present a choice: Do you want to be a gold miner or a bartender?

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Strategy+Business

JULY 13, 2015

Ignoring a colleague's moving-on announcement isn't just bad etiquette. It's unprofessional and reflects poorly on your people skills.

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Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.

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