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For several years, many of you have heard me use the metaphor of the executive leader as orchestra conductor. How so? While much of the work is accomplished through others, the leader is responsible for the ultimate result. The challenge: to create the proper conditions for excellence.
Actual orchestra conductors face the ultimate leadership challenge: creating perfect harmony without saying a word. And their leadership styles vary as much as those of corporate leaders. In this charming & humorous TED talk, Itay Talgam demonstrates the unique styles of six great 20th-century conductors, illustrating crucial lessons for all leaders.
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3 Ways You Are Pissing Off Your Employees:
(And What to Do About It)
An international study by the Center for Creative Leadership titled, Always On, Never Done?, surveyed professionals, executives and managers in the U.S. and 36 other countries.The average respondent reported stress and overload from working 72 hours or more per week.
Do they blame the "always on" world of technology? No, they blame the company for wasting hours of their time every day. They grouped the complaints into 3 categories. Check to see how your company rates on those categories.
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The One Question Every Boss Should Ask
There’s something about being a boss that incontrovertibly lends itself to isolation; it’s as if every natural force is working to “protect” you from reality. And only you can combat, what Jack & Suzy Welch call, "creeping insularity". This brief piece tells you how.
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Executives at all levels struggle with the issues addressed in the above articles and videos. I have helped a great many senior leaders work through the challenges of executive life. And I can help you.
Call or email me at the coordinates below. There is no fee for the initial consultation.
Best regards,
MICHAEL I. STERN - President & CEO
stern@michaelstern.com
95 Edgewood Avenue * Toronto, Ontario, M4L 3G8
(office) 416-593-0100 * (cell) 416-450-2211
www.michaelstern.com
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