Posts by Sandy
The battle for brainpower: A survey of talent
As a leader, are you thinking about the short- and long-term future of your team? Read the 4 key insights revealed by "The battle for brainpower: A survey of talent" in The Economist magazine’s October 7th issue. And note the calls to action!
Read MoreQuotes on Leadership to Start this Snowy Day
"Ken Blanchard: ""In the past, a leader was a boss. Today’s leaders must be partners with their people … they no longer can lead solely based on positional power."" Henry Miller: ""The real leader has no need to lead — he is content to point the way."""
Read MoreAn Innovation Salon in Action
Northwestern University’s Northwestern Institute on Complex Systems [NICO] provided some interesting ideas around how to incorporate complexity science and network science into my role as a retained executive search consultant. More key findings to come.
Read MoreThoughts on Leadership Change and Success
Fast Company provides a list of 7 insights on leadership change that impact career and corporate successes. Here are 3 ways you can use this list as a leader.
Read MoreA Candidate’s Perspective
Sandy, …Thank you for lunch yesterday. It was one of the most enjoyable and thought provoking lunches I have had in a while. You definitely provided me some insight on a subject I thought I knew, myself. Thanks again, GB —— I believe it is important to do what I can to leave all candidates with a positive perception of my clients and their interview experience with me, as I am an extension of my clients. I can tell you how I will represent you as a client, or I can show you via unsolicited candidate feedback. This is an actual email from a candidate with whom I recently interviewed for one of my clients. Please know that as my...
Read MoreDream Teams Part II
What determines a team's recipe for success? Read about Northwestern University researchers discovery on the composition of a great team, applicable to both fields - arts and sciences!
Read MoreInspiration: Courageous, skillful leaders = progress
Harry S. Truman: "Progress occurs when courageous, skillful leaders seize the opportunity to change things for the better."
Read MoreBuilding a Dream Team
Venture capitalists and investors alike, care about your management team because their return on investment depends on the decisions — big and small — you and your people will make. What makes a team worth investing in? Here are 4 management traits that most investors want to see from you.
Read MoreTwo Days+Two Action Steps=Increased Enthusiasm & Productivity
Here's a simple challenge where you can invest two days and two action steps to start something positive in your business world. No real risk exists and it requires no additional time. And everyone wins – you, your team, your vendors, your customers!
Read MoreWhat do 44% of CFOs have in common?
44% of CFOs surveyed described the alignment of business and IT in their companies as weak! What can companies do to ensure technology investments align with and deliver measurable business value? Apply these “Ls & Ms” (Link & Lead. Manage & Measure).
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