Strategic Thinking: A Critical Leadership Behavior

John Bennett/ February 20, 2020/ Consulting, Leadership

The ability to think and act strategically has long been recognized as a key differentiator between average and exceptional leaders (Management Research Group). But what is strategic thinking and acting? Simply put, it is the practice of thinking broadly about current and future issues, in a manner that considers the implications of actions. As a critical leadership skill, this enables

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80 Scenarios to Work On with a Coach

John Bennett/ February 14, 2020/ Executive Coaching

Successful organizations provide executive coaching for leaders and aspiring leaders at all levels. As an executive coach, I am regularly asked … “exactly what does someone work-on with a coach?”. Here is a list of 80 scenarios I’ve assisted with in my practice:  Gain self-awareness Know the whole business (Agility) Build effective relationships across functions  Increase crucial relationships with leaders Understand and

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John Bennett to present at the ​9th Annual HR Leadership Summit

John Bennett/ September 23, 2019/ Development, Events, Facilitation, Leadership

We’re proud to be a part of the ninth annual Human Resources (HR) Leadership Summit for professionals seeking to effectively lead business change in the face of today’s complex challenges. The summit will focus on key trends found in the 2019 Deloitte Global Human Capital Trends report that identifies critical human capital trends. Date: October 24, 2019Location: Queens University of

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WorkPlace Big Five Profile™ Certification

John Bennett/ August 13, 2019/ Consulting, Development, Facilitation, Leadership

Learn, and be certified to use, the WorkPlace Big Five Profile™ personal inventory Friday, 11/1 to Sunday, 11/3 in Charlotte. innovative and strategic organizations, consultants and executive coaches are using the WorkPlace Big Five Profile™ for the in-depth information it brings to all aspects of human resource optimization and workforce development. The results speak for themselves— low-to-minimal turnover, maximized engagement,

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