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A Manager Who Leads?

I gripped the handlebars for the umpteenth time, clenched my teeth, took a deep breath and started spinning the mountain bike peddles furiously. I clawed my way up the steep slope, barely dodging those huge rocks on the path, bouncing over the stones that tried to rip the bike from my vice grip.

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Leading Habits

My cell phone rang as I handed my ticket information to the airline agent at LAX.

What is my sister calling for at this hour? I wondered.

“Hi Kathy, what’s happening?”

“Hi Dave. I have sad news. Uncle Joe just died.”

“What?”

“Yes, the doctor says he had a heart attack.”

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How eXceptional Leaders Achieve eXtraordinary Results Under Pressure

Greg was organized, likable, and communicated well. He was promoted to director of finance after three years as a mid-level manager. Team meetings ran like a Swiss watch. His managers told me that Greg included them in decision-making and that he delegated well. He also fostered an environment of creativity and openness to . . . → Read More: How eXceptional Leaders Achieve eXtraordinary Results Under Pressure