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leadership
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Leadership Q and A: Because You Asked
I want to answer some of the leadership questions that have come in and some questions that I’m sure some of you may have. Remember, leadership is a life-long process…
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The Three Rule Method: Decisions and Predictions
The Three Rule Method is a technique I developed during college that allowed me to narrow down the best possible solutions, in the shortest period of time, with the greatest…
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The Leadership of Thomas Jefferson
Being a leader can sometimes mean just being in the right place at the right time or even being charismatic enough that others will simply follow. Jefferson was more than…
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Organizational Politics & Decisions
Organizational theorist, management consultant, and distinguished research professor at York University, Gareth Morgan, uses eight metaphors as organizations in his book “Images of Organization.” When addressing the metaphors used by…
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A Boundaryless Organization – Basic & Highly Complex
NOTE: In order to truly understand the context of boundaryless organizations, one must be familiar with Jack Welch and his actions in regard to GE. Some additional research may be…
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Leadership Style vs Trait – Things to Consider
Those in the leadership field need to fully understand the difference between leadership style and leadership traits. While many might consider the differences subtle, the truth is that being able…
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Leadership Lessons from the Mouths of Leaders
Leadership is not always the easiest thing to define. Perhaps it is a good thing to take some leadership lessons from the mouths of real leaders. Let’s consider the following…
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The Power of Digital in Leadership
Today we discuss the power of the web and digital media. Specifically, here are a few tools you should be aware of. I will discuss wikis, social media, and a…
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Leaders! Your People Matter
Your organization will live and die by the people you choose to be a part of it. This is why not only considering the people you choose but also the…
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Typology of Power
Recommended reading: Confucius, Machiavelli, and Rousseau: Studies in Contrast. Because “contrast” they do. One element presented in the reading was Harvard Business School Professor John Kotter’s typology of power. For…
