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Leading from the Balcony

Often leaders pride themselves on being in the middle of the action, calling the shots and making things happen. These leaders may miss a unique and powerful vantage point that can make the difference between success and failure as a leader. (html) (pdf)

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The Leadership Factor

Numerous studies point to one factor being the most important in achieving and sustaining long-term success: Leadership.It is becoming more and more difficult for businesses, large and small, to survive in today's marketplace. Yet many companies not only survive, they thrive during challenging times. (html) (pdf)

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The Five Leadership Roles

Leadership is not "one-size-fits-all". Different situations require different roles, skills and behaviors. As a guide to help align your behavior with objectives, all leadership behavior can be grouped into five major roles. (html) (pdf)

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Leadership Styles: Leaders vs. Managers and Controllers vs. Empowerers

Leaders vs. Managers. While both styles are important, leaders and managers are not the same. Nor are all leadership styles. Learn what differentiates managers and leaders and contrast the tactics of the two classic leadership styles: Controllers and Empowerers. (html) (pdf)

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Employee Management: From Compliance to Commitment

You know that you hired great people - they're smart, experienced and do exactly what is expected of them. No less. And certainly no more. Is compliance no longer enough? Moving your employees from compliance to commitment is possible. (html) (pdf)

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Business Optimization During Recession

A recession is a terrible thing to waste. Business often see a recession as something painful that must be endured until the economy gets back to normal.... Yet stories abound about companies that flourish during periods of economic downturn. (html) (pdf)