Jeffrey Phillips

MARCH 12, 2024

In my last two blogs, I made the argument that given how fast change is happening, your strategy must incorporate and address external change and the ability to change internally. In the more recent blog, I wrote about what I consider the most difficult thing to change in an organization - its culture.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 12, 2024

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence in Leadership Emotional intelligence has become a cornerstone in the realm of leadership development, recognized for its pivotal role in enhancing a leader’s effectiveness. Change Adaptation Leaders with strong EQ can smoothly guide teams through transitions.

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FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Introduction to Emotional Intelligence in Leadership In the dynamic landscape of corporate leadership, emotional intelligence (EI) has emerged as a critical component of effective management and strategic vision. This section introduces the concept of emotional intelligence and underscores its significance in leadership roles.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

As you lead culture change for greater innovation & business growth , you will notice a surge in novel ideas and solutions that can propel your company forward. For leaders, recognizing the need for change is the first critical step in this journey. To prevent this, you must be vigilant in spotting the telltale signs.

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MARCH 6, 2024

Introduction to High Performance Leadership Teams Defining High Performance Leadership Teams High performance leadership teams are those that not only achieve outstanding results but also sustain these levels of success over time. It’s the bedrock upon which innovative and collaborative teams are built.

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APRIL 29, 2024

The Importance of Strategic Thinking In the ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to anticipate changes and craft effective strategies is invaluable. As someone responsible for organizing corporate events and leadership programs, you know that developing a strategic mindset in leaders is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity.

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APRIL 29, 2024

The Importance of Strategic Thinking In the ever-evolving business landscape, the ability to anticipate changes and craft effective strategies is invaluable. As someone responsible for organizing corporate events and leadership programs, you know that developing a strategic mindset in leaders is not just an advantage—it’s a necessity.

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Paul Hobcraft

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Shaping Innovation for a Meaningful Change Following on from my initial post, “ Our Need is to Shape Innovation Dynamically, ” this post outlines the eight value-adding points that I can help build out and deliver alongside you in different delivery modules to fit your circumstances and budgets.

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CMOE

MAY 19, 2022

You can’t have strategy without leadership. Ultimately, strategic leadership is what makes the difference between success or failure. Why Does Strategic Leadership Matter? Remember: thinking, planning, and acting strategically should never be viewed as the sole responsibility of senior leadership.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 29, 2024

This transformation is not merely about acquiring new skills or knowledge; it’s about fundamentally changing how you perceive and react to your environment. Your journey towards executive mindset transformation can be a pivotal point in your career, setting the stage for enhanced decision-making and leadership effectiveness.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 29, 2024

This transformation is not merely about acquiring new skills or knowledge; it’s about fundamentally changing how you perceive and react to your environment. Your journey towards executive mindset transformation can be a pivotal point in your career, setting the stage for enhanced decision-making and leadership effectiveness.

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APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding Mindset Shift for Senior Executives As you step into the realm of senior leadership, the importance of mindset cannot be overstated. Importance of Mindset in Leadership A leader’s mindset shapes their approach to challenges, their resilience in the face of setbacks, and their ability to inspire and mobilize their team.

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APRIL 29, 2024

Understanding Mindset Shift for Senior Executives As you step into the realm of senior leadership, the importance of mindset cannot be overstated. Importance of Mindset in Leadership A leader’s mindset shapes their approach to challenges, their resilience in the face of setbacks, and their ability to inspire and mobilize their team.

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Idea to Value

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Amidst Zoom meetings, sales reports, trend analysis, and fighting to keep up with the competition, it’s easy to overlook workplace fulfilment on the never-ending list of tasks required to run your business. Businesses of all sizes and across industries would do well to devote resources to implementing positive change.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

Such an environment is conducive to rapid experimentation, learning from failures, and pivoting when necessary—all of which are crucial for sustaining competitiveness in a dynamic business landscape. These could include a strong work ethic, a collaborative environment, or a commitment to customer service.

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Leapfrogging

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

The Importance of Fostering Innovation in Leadership Defining Innovation Culture An innovation culture refers to the values, behaviors, and norms that ensure an organization not only generates new ideas but also executes them to achieve positive outcomes.

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Leapfrogging

MARCH 15, 2024

Having a robust strategy helps you anticipate and respond to changes, whether they come from emerging technologies, evolving customer preferences, or competitive pressures. The Role of Leadership in Strategy Development Leadership is at the heart of strategy development.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 3, 2024

To delve further into the developmental aspects of organizational culture and how it can be shaped, explore our article on develop executive leadership to drive organizational culture change. Furthermore, in the rapidly changing business landscape, the agility and resilience provided by a strong culture are invaluable.

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CMOE

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

In today’s marketplace, one of the most relevant factors in gaining a competitive advantage is probably not listed among the business-success factors you learned years ago. Leaders in the most competitive organizations today know that having a diverse workforce is critical to long-term success and profitability.

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Innov8rs

JANUARY 16, 2023

With a potential recession in sight and inflation, layoffs, and other geopolitical issues challenging the ability to protect traditional forms of competitive advantage, innovation is our only option. What we've learned since then is that, just like everything else, competitive advantages have a life cycle. Those days are over.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Signs and Symptoms of a Toxic Work Environment A toxic work environment can manifest in various ways, and being able to identify the signs is key to initiating change. Poor Leadership and Management Practices Leaders and managers set the tone for the workplace, and their practices can either contribute to or alleviate toxicity.

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IdeaScale

JUNE 2, 2021

Overview: Change agents are individuals or groups who find and manage change across your organization. Where Do I Find Change Agents? There are multiple places where people driving change in your team are visible, inside and outside your organization, and you’ve likely already met them.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

As you plan your next conference or leadership program, understanding the value of these speakers is crucial. They discuss the challenges of implementing innovation in business and the role leadership plays in driving change. Leadership in Innovation The role of leadership in innovation cannot be overstated.

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Paul Hobcraft

JUNE 19, 2023

I wonder if that is the current incumbents, be these current innovation management software providers or individuals inside the organizations resisting change, as it brings significant uncertainty of change and disruption to the (inadequate) process, one that I feel is not fit for today’s and tomorrow’s innovation purpose.

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Jeffrey Phillips

JANUARY 14, 2021

Of course, innovation can span a range of impacts and outcomes, from very incremental product innovation to industry changing business model innovation. One of my favorite frameworks for thinking about strategy is Treacy's 3 competitive positions , which are competitive positions that are simplified from Michael Porter's work.

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Business and Tech

MARCH 24, 2022

Well-being isn’t just a perk, it’s a competitive advantage. I learned everything I could about the connection between well-being and productivity, and I made a lot of changes to my life based on what I found out. The way that companies have to treat employees has rapidly changed over the last two years.

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IM Insights

OCTOBER 12, 2023

The discussion then delves into different types of innovation, including incremental, sustaining, and disruptive, with real-world examples illustrating their significance. Measuring innovation becomes a key focus, with an emphasis on balancing leadership’s need for certainty with employees’ concerns about potential consequences.

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Idea to Value

APRIL 6, 2020

One of the interesting points we cover is the concept of Inflection Points in innovation, and the management structures and governance from leadership required for innovation to thrive in a company. 00:11:30 – Example of leadership choices and decision making from a Virtual Bank.

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The Human Factor

APRIL 18, 2023

They value their work-life balance more, so we have to adapt to the changes. Here are 5 competitive advantages that employee perks can bring to your company: 5 Competitive Advantages Employee Perks Give You 1. You’ll Attract Better Talent Attracting top talent can be the difference between success and failure for many companies.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 10, 2024

Their talks can be a catalyst for change, encouraging your team to pursue innovation with renewed vigor. When it comes to innovation leadership, keynote speakers can: Show how leaders can set a precedent for innovation within their teams. Leading by Example Leaders in the organization must act as role models for innovation.

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Jeffrey Phillips

FEBRUARY 12, 2024

What we can control vs what we cannot control In any venture, there are factors that the leadership can control, such as when to spend money and what to spend it on. There are also externalities that cannot be controlled, some observable (competitive actions) and some potentially random (timing and luck).

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Tullio Siragusa

JULY 24, 2023

The Detriments of a Command-and-Control Culture and the Power of Design Thinking In the competitive landscape of modern business, the approach we take to leadership can make or break an organization. Example: Kodak, a once-dominant player in the photography industry, struggled to innovate and adapt to the digital age.

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Tullio Siragusa

APRIL 15, 2024

This model is particularly beneficial for startups and small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) that require strategic leadership but may not have the resources to support a full-time executive position.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

As someone in a leadership position, you have the power to address and amend these challenges. Undefined Roles and Responsibilities : Without clearly defined expectations, employees may feel uncertain and stressed, leading to conflict and competition rather than collaboration.

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Leapfrogging

APRIL 15, 2024

Organizations that encourage collaborative efforts are more adaptable to change, more resilient in the face of challenges, and better positioned to capitalize on opportunities. Leadership’s Role in Fostering Collaboration Leadership plays a critical role in fostering team collaboration.

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Phil McKinney

AUGUST 24, 2023

Leadership is at the center of every successful organization. Visionary Thinking vs. Traditional Leadership Approaches Traditional leadership approaches are focused on maintaining the status quo, maximizing profits in the short term, and minimizing risks. Visionary leaders are resilient and flexible. Steve Jobs (Apple Inc.):

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