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Why Talk Kills Meetings
We have all been there. The meeting. A room full of folks listening to a speaker, occasionally taking the baton and sharing some insight, knowledge or point of view — but generally the talk is all...
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Background – Foreground Communication
Recently, I wrote a piece on the critical importance of communication. In my opinion, the one core skill that any person needs, be it in business or life in general, is the ability to clearly...
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Small Presentations Make a Big Difference
Issue 50 of ChangeThis was recently released. It is a real milestone in the world of ideas and publishing. If you don’t know, ChangeThis provides a unique way of disseminating ideas — with authors...
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Sometimes We Have to Go Counter to Our Instincts
As leaders, we often look for lessons and experiences from others in order to help us navigate uncertain circumstances. Moreover, we frequently base our actions on our instincts, which have been formed...
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Are You an 18 Second Boss?
I have a task for you. During your next customer call, or a team meeting – ask about pain points. Delve into the issues that your customer or your team has. Ask for the number one issue and ask for the...
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You Can’t Lead by Consensus
I was recently speaking with a friend about some professional challenges he was facing. To the outside world everything seemed fine – he was achieving his KPIs, his team were working well and his...
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Are You CEO Ready? Start with a Principle not an Idea
Each year Inc. carries out research with some of the nation’s top private company CEOs focusing on the areas of business launch, growth and innovation. It provides a fascinating snapshot into the lives...
View ArticleIs the Digital Age Over and, If So, What “Age” are We in Now?
#181817413 / gettyimages.com In speaking with colleagues recently, the question came up as to whether or not we are now post the Digital Age and, if we are, what would we call this next wave? Some...
View ArticleLeveraging Female Talent to Drive Innovation
One of the most significant factors limiting the growth potential of countries around the world is the fundamental participation and engagement of women in their workforce. The second annual research...
View Article2016 – The Year of Conscious Innovation
Often when we think of innovation, we call to mind those projects that fly below the radar within the enterprise, only to surface at some point to loud applause, fully formed and functioning. These are...
View ArticleSaying Yes to High Visibility Projects – Five Steps to Visible Success
No matter whether you are just starting out in your career or about to retire, saying “yes” to high visibility projects should be at the top of your list of priorities. For those starting out, it...
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