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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Don't apologize for technical mistakes - apologize for the effort shortfall!
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: A Leader's Advice: make a lot of mistakes, learn a lot from them, & want to pass on the lessons.
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Mastering Commander's Intent
People resist being too constrained under firm rules, processes , and controls. That's because people value independence, the ability to influence and…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: People only feel "part of the team" after they have contributed good work.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: We have 40-year client relationships; businesses only exist to solve others' problems.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Our business exists to keep other businesses running. Our Purpose - Do Good, Do Well, Serve Others.
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Helping business people double their performance
In order to improve how we perform in business we need to grow as business people. In order to grow as business people we need support: mentoring, guidance…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: A CEO said, "We exist because there are problems in business & in building teams."
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Aligning Perceptions To Get Results
When people's perceptions are aligned the chance they will achieve desired results increases. While that may be obvious, it is rarely top of mind. And it is…
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Thought Tweet #681
Thought Tweet #681 Does leadership mean delicate hands at the controls? Sometimes, Yes; Sometimes, Definitely NO. The Thinking Behind The Tweet Most of the…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: "I get a thrill out of being in a meeting and helping solve difficult problems."
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: CDN government is slowing down spend by adding another layer of review to procurement.
The @GKWCC #P2P series of thought tweets contains ideas, quotes, & suggestions provided by local business leaders at "CEO Peer-to-Peer" group meetings…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: "We tried it years ago and it didn't work." [AN EXAMPLE OF THE WRONG WAY TO THINK]
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Leaders should embrace the idea of coaching their people; talking about learning from failures.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: New Canadians are delivering results at work.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Leaders need to teach 3 things: common sense, innovation, & accountability.
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Thought Tweet #676
Thought Tweet #676 If we want to change society then the best 1st step is spending 20 minutes a day working on self-understanding. The Thinking Behind The…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: If you've always been given stuff you will never learn how to measure excellent work.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: For Innovation: you have to celebrate failure...we need to teach young people how to fail.
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Notes on John C. Maxwell's advice about Focus
The following are notes taken while reviewing John C. Maxwell's 2009 book - ' HOW SUCCESSFUL PEOPLE THINK - CHANGE YOUR THINKING, CHANGE YOUR LIFE' ENGAGE IN…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Have we made it too easy for incoming workers? New workers need to prove themselves.
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Is your gross margin growing?
Is you gross margin growing? If not, Why not? You may sum up your answer in 2 words - "competitive pressures", which typically involve price competition…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Put significant effort into retaining your clients; do 'delicate daisy' analyses regularly
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: There are so many demands on small businesses; training may get placed on the back burner.
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: A local CEO confirms, "Construction on farmland is booming."
The @GKWCC #P2P series of thought tweets contains ideas, quotes, & suggestions provided by local business leaders at "CEO Peer-to-Peer" group meetings…
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Business Leaders Need to Stop De-Motivating Their People
A leader cannot motivate anyone else. A leader can inspire followers. A leader can lead by example. Leaders are self-motivated…if they are not then they soon…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: About Economic Forecasts: Vancouver and Toronto reports & forecasts don't fit our Region.
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3 Energizing Ideas
When your company name has the word “spirited” in it you spend a lot of time thinking about energy. You appreciate the huge role energy serves in business…
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: One local CEO says, "The new-home market got off to a good start this year."
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@GKWCC #CEOP2P: Consider ex- Canadian Armed Forces people...they offer strong leadership skills.
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