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8 Leadership Challenges and How to Overcome Them

8 Leadership Challenges and How to Overcome Them

In the ever-evolving world of business, leadership is a cornerstone of success. However, leadership comes with its unique set of challenges that can make or break an organization. At the Institute for Executive Development, we're dedicated to helping businesses and...

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Applying Newton’s Three Laws to Leadership

Applying Newton’s Three Laws to Leadership

In the world of science, Sir Isaac Newton's Three Laws of Motion are fundamental principles that describe how objects behave in motion. Surprisingly, these laws can be adapted to offer valuable insights into leadership and business. At the Institute for Executive...

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Unveiling the Pitfalls of Strategic Planning

Unveiling the Pitfalls of Strategic Planning

Strategic planning is a critical process for organizations aiming to achieve long-term success. However, many strategic plans fall short of their intended impact. A survey conducted by the Harvard Business Review revealed that approximately 70% of strategic plans fail...

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“Get more comfortable being uncomfortable if you’re going  to grow and develop as a leader.”

“Are you driving yourself focusing out the windshield or looking through the rearview mirror?”
“Don’t let the worst behaviors in others bring out the worst behaviors in you.”
“What you need to hear the most, you often want to hear the least.”
“Those leaders who constantly play “keep up and catch-up” seldom, if ever, get caught up.”
“If you don’t have clear goals, you tend to spend most of your time focused on problems and obstacles.”