The most successful innovations are typically “demand-pull” in nature, driven by insights into what customers want. The people at the front lines of your business are most likely to have those insights. Many executives make the mistake of asking high-level executives to lead the innovation charge. But fueling local invention will have greater success. Here …
Why do some companies regularly fail to accomplish their most important priorities? Often the answer is that they’ve failed to sharpen the focus. There are simply too many goals, too many initiatives, and too many things that battle for attention. When this occurs, “goal fatigue” sets in and people tend to revert to doing what …
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Leaders in every organization come to a point where they need to make tough decisions in order to move the company forward. These decisions may involve downsizing, moving in a risky new direction or revamping the culture of a company. Hiring a facilitator for these discussions is a great option. Not every difficult decision requires …
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During a crisis, everything feels magnified, including the stakes, potential consequences and stress levels. These factors can make communication more difficult. Crises often require fast action, which increases the likelihood that you’ll overlook something important or make a major mistake when communicating. Learn how to foster trust and empathy within your communications so you can …
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Delegation is the number one skill that managers need to master to become effective leaders. Delegating frees up time for leaders to focus on higher-level initiatives. Delegating also challenges employees to develop new skills and take on more responsibility. As useful as delegation is, it can be one of the trickiest skills to master. Leaders …
Imagine the difference between employees who take real pride in a company and those who simply believe they’re doing a job until they find their next position. Steward leaders run a company like they own it, regardless of their rank. Here are some of the characteristics of steward leaders: Steward leaders adopt a “we” perspective …
Two recent articles about Google are worth reading. “What Cloud Computing Means To Your Job” appeared in The New York Times business section on November 24. It cites Google, Amazon and Microsoft as companies that are using cloud computing to drive rapid cycle innovation on the web. The common factor, the article states, is that all three …
Famous leaders are often praised for their passion, assertiveness, focus and intelligence. However, when CEOs were asked to name the most important quality people desire in their leaders, they gave a surprising answer—humility. There are several reasons humility is such a major influencer in a leader’s ongoing success: Humble leaders take the focus off themselves. …
Core values have the power to drastically improve your company’s culture. They also have the power to foster cynicism. It all depends on how you treat them. First off, let’s remember what core values are. They should be honest and authentic statements of what’s essential to the organization’s success. If superb customer service is essential, …
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