Emotional Intelligence / EQ

Crafting Leadership via Ram Charan

Posted by on Feb 15, 2009

Ram Charan is one of the world’s most influential business advisors. In the book, Know-How: The 8 Skills That Separate People Who Perform From Those Who Don’t, Charan outlines the key attributes of truly great leaders. Read about these 8 know-hows of running a business, that are the bedrock of success!

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Leading Leaders: How to Manage Smart, Talented, Rich, And Powerful People

Posted by on Dec 31, 2008

The most valuable people in and around an organization are often difficult to manage. So how can we develop personal relationships with these movers and shakers, and leverage their expertise for better decision-making? Read how to carry out 7 Daily Tasks of Leadership, to manage other leaders.

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A book for your consideration: The Cycle of Leadership by Noel Tichy

Posted by on Dec 15, 2008

In his book, The Cycle of Leadership, Noel Tichy describes how we can build a world class "teaching" organization – one that develops leaders at all levels who, in turn, develop other leaders.

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Gartner: Firms At Risk Of Losing Women Technologists

Posted by on Nov 30, 2008

What are the key strengths of women technologists to help corporations navigate the new global economy? Gartner singles out 5 gender-based traits CIOs should pay attention to when building IT staffs.

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Four Processes to Successful Retention

Posted by on Nov 15, 2008

Increased turnover in an organization can lead to an overall decrease in productivity and quality of work. James Champy offers 4 tips on an active approach to retain qualified employees.

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Robert Reich: The Economics of People

Posted by on Oct 31, 2008

Robert Reich (former Labor Secretary under President Clinton) comments on the need for a new way to think about people as globalization, disruptive technology and aging demographics bear down on the U.S. economy.

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Colin Powell’s Leadership Lessons & Joel Dant’s Beef Tongue Tacos

Posted by on Aug 30, 2008

Lesson #1: Being responsible sometimes means pissing people off. Good leadership involves responsibility to the welfare of the group, which means that some people will get angry at your actions and decisions. It’s inevitable, if you’re honorable. Check out other aspects of leadership by Colin Powell.

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A Top Reason Why Americans Leave Their Jobs

Posted by on Aug 15, 2008

What is the #1 reason why Americans leave their jobs? Gallup research indicate - under-appreciation or the absence of recognition! Find out what praise and a simple pat on the back can achieve!

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Leadership: attitude + action

Posted by on Jul 15, 2008

Harold S. Geneen: "Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitude and action."

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VIDEO: Leadership Lessons from Craig Donohue, Merc CEO

Posted by on Jun 15, 2008

In his video, Craig Donohue (Merc CEO) advises on: Whom to hire, Succeeding as a young manager, Handling office politics, and Managing on a global stage.

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