Archive July 2011
When Humor Isn’t So Funny
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth The old saying ”everybody loves a comedian” has regretfully given birth to a time where everybody thinks they’re a comedian. Sadly, what many have failed to realize is the old saying noted above was meant to be sarcastic…We all love good humor, but the truth is all humor is not good. The timely and ...
Leadership & Toxic Work Environments
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth I have read a tremendous amount of information over the last several months on the topic of toxic work environments. While these articles tended to stir the pot a bit, they were in my opinion mostly missing the mark. The articles should have been written on the topic ...
Leadership Interview – James Hotaling
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth There are simply no words that can do justice to the example of servant leadership epitomized by Command Chief Master Sergeant James Hotaling. A highly decorated member of the special operations community earning the Bronze Star with Valor for actions during Operation Anaconda in Afghanistan, Jim is a true ...
Leadership Interview – Warren Bennis
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Widely regarded as the father of the contemporary field of Leadership, Warren Bennis paved the way for those of us who make our living as leadership advisors. Warren would never say this, so I will; he has forgotten more about leadership than most of us will ever know. Put ...
Leadership and Independence Day
By Mike Myatt, Chief Strategy Officer, N2growth Independence Day is one of my favorite holidays. It celebrates the birth of a great nation founded by men and women who understood the meaning and value of disruptive thinking, service, honor, leadership, and above all, freedom. As we approach this 4th of July weekend I can’t help but think of ...