Seth Godin Blog

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

Even though the harm may be the same, we’re much more likely to move on from an acknowledged accidental mistake. Is it because we know that we’ve made honest mistakes ourselves, and the act of forgiving the other person is a way of forgiving ourselves? If the cause is a fellow human, somehow we process misfortune differently.

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Seth Godin Blog

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Objections are helpful. We object by holding back action or support because we question one or more pieces of data. But the other half of this is the obligation: if the data ends up meeting the standard of proof we set for it, we have to change our minds and spend as much energy supporting the idea as we did opposing it.

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Peter Stark

OCTOBER 6, 2018

Here are some possible reasons for their (mis)beliefs: They talk a lot more than they listen or ask questions. When you are confident in your opinion and the belief you are right, people are less confident to speak up and tell you what they really think. If you don’t like honest feedback, this is a brilliant strategy. They reject feedback.

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Harvard Business

OCTOBER 28, 2022

Five reasons people might be hesitant — and how to address their concerns.

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David A Fields

MAY 18, 2021

Then they develop rationales that they honestly believe are the reasoning behind their decisions. Numerous books, articles, podcasts and videos have highlighted an interesting, if somewhat disconcerting phenomenon: people make (most) decisions quickly—sometimes in an instant—without any deep, thoughtful reasoning.

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David A Fields

OCTOBER 27, 2020

You’re justifiably proud of your consulting firm. Your work is on par with the “big guys.” In fact, you do even better work than the big-name mega firms. But, if we’re honest, we know that many of your prospective clients harbor legitimate concerns about working with a small consulting firm like yours. Some advisors assure … Continued.

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Consulting Success

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Even the best leaders need guidance in times of crisis or if they want to prevent one whenever the stakes are high. They need someone who is brutally honest whenever they’re about to do something stupid and lead them to make better, level-headed decisions.

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Martinka Consulting

APRIL 6, 2015

In the movie, “Six of a Kind” W.C. Fields plays the sheriff, known as Honest John. When asked how he got the name he goes into a long, rambling story about how as a bartender one of his customers used to take out his glass eye and put in it a tumbler of water. Like Honest John, they think that doing the right thing once makes them special.

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Leadership Planning with Liz Weber CMC

APRIL 16, 2024

Everyone is really busy, and honestly, we’re tired. “We’re thinking we should just postpone this next quarter’s strategic plan update session. You know we’ve had these two huge, out-of-nowhere projects come up that have taken over our lives. The team has done great, but we’ve fallen behind on several strategic initiatives.

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Harvard Business

DECEMBER 22, 2023

Many managers view strategy as a complex subject, but at its essence it boils down to three questions: Where are we now? Where do we want to go? What is a credible path to get there? To successfully use these questions to chart a course, people must be brutally honest with themselves about where they are now.

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The Fearless Marketer

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

If you can honestly deliver the goods, great, no problem. Can you honestly produce results for your clients, given the right conditions? You can honestly and persuasively show a prospective client how your program or service can help them achieve the results that are important to them. Honest Persuasion Strategies. Affiliation.

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Seth Godin Blog

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

The candidate thinks, “I really need this job.” ” The hiring manager thinks, “I’m tired of this, I really need to fill this job.” ” As a result, the candidate says what he thinks will get him hired. He’s not listening, not really. And he’s not telling the truth, not really.

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Consulting Matters

AUGUST 2, 2019

There are others who have hit the top of their profession and wonder why it doesn't feel as satisfying as expected. Finding your purpose is an inside out experience. You'll tap into your authentic self when you look inside yourself and are honest with what legitimately makes YOU happy (and not what everyone tells you should make you happy.).

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Harvard Business

SEPTEMBER 16, 2016

In nearly every domain — from healthcare to education and the environment — this government seems to avoid applying credible metrics to honestly assess the effectiveness of its policies and initiatives.

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Harvard Business

JANUARY 29, 2024

Curiosity encourages you to pause before problem solving and engage your team members in productive conversation, rather than talking past each other. It invites colleagues to contribute their honest perspective.

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Consulting Matters

DECEMBER 23, 2020

When you stand in your worth, you model for your client what it looks like to stand in theirs. Playing small and asking for less than your value is not humility. True humility is having an honest perspective of your God-given talents and the results that they create for someone else and asking to be paid accordingly.

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Seth Godin Blog

JANUARY 22, 2015

When you announce things based on optimism, the rest of the world you''re engaging with builds plans around you and your announcement. And the cost of the person who doesn''t have your software or is sitting around a meeting room for hours waiting is high indeed. The alternative is honest time. Time without recourse or negotiation.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 6, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence (AI) has become widely popular, but its adoption by businesses comes with a degree of ethical risk. Organizations must prioritize the responsible use of generative AI by ensuring it is accurate, safe, honest, empowering, and sustainable.

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Management Consulted

NOVEMBER 28, 2017

Honestly, I don’t know. What sets great business leaders apart from merely good ones? What will cause us, as we navigate the daunting gap between good and great, to succeed or fail? Books have been written on the topic, and … Continued. The post Strategy, Simplified appeared first on Management Consulted.

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The Management Centre

FEBRUARY 6, 2024

You are communicating directly and honestly as well as being kind and likeable. Result: losing yourself, allowing others to win Passive-Aggressive: I’m not ok – you’re not ok People often think they are being passive, when actually they are being passive-aggressive. Passive-aggressive behaviour makes both you and the other person feel bad.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 28, 2023

The authors outline strategies for intervening if you find yourself compulsively overworking, including honestly recognizing your tendency to work long and continuous hours, prioritizing sleep and movement, and choosing one activity outside of work that brings you true enjoyment.

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Harvard Business

JUNE 7, 2023

These include valuing diversity, staying in touch with individuals’ issues and concerns, building trusted, resolving conflicts, balancing results with a concern for others, encouraging open discussion, and giving honest feedback. Authentic and consistent implementation of these behaviors will help you establish a culture of respect and support.

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Harvard Business

APRIL 11, 2019

More freedom leads to more candor.

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Seth Godin Blog

APRIL 21, 2013

All Marketers Are Liars Blog. Blog powered by TypePad. Member since 08/2003. « Skeuomorphs = failure | Main. | Is this the best you can do? » April 21, 2013. Committing to a cycle of honest communication. Is there any better way to start a business partnership? Any partnership? Posted by Seth Godin on April 21, 2013. | |.

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Seth Godin Blog

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s negative when we say that someone is out of control. They’ve lost their self-restraint, and they’re doing things that they’ll regret later. And it’s honest when we acknowledge that just about everything is out of our control.

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Makarios Consulting

MARCH 3, 2022

That puts you in the perfect position to give a hand up to your teammates on the ground. As a leader, you want to serve your team, your company, and your customers to the best of your ability. If you are honest with yourself, however, you will admit that you have areas for development that you need to address to be your best self.

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Makarios Consulting

MARCH 3, 2022

That puts you in the perfect position to give a hand up to your teammates on the ground. As a leader, you want to serve your team, your company, and your customers to the best of your ability. If you are honest with yourself, however, you will admit that you have areas for development that you need to address to be your best self.

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Harvard Business

AUGUST 7, 2023

Be clear about the motives you are trying to fulfill — especially changes to your professional self or identity — and scrutinize the pros and cons of available options vis-à-vis your skills, interests, and personality.

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Seth Godin Blog

OCTOBER 10, 2023

ChatGPT is now promoting the idea that it can write a thank you note for you, and a text is a lot easier than a handwritten note, and yet, the level of ‘thank you’ seems to be falling. Minimizing a favor is an easy way to stay focused on the noise in our own heads, as opposed to realizing that we’re surrounded by other people.

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LSA Global

APRIL 9, 2024

Here are some proven virtual interview tips to hire top talent. Virtual Interview Tips to Hire Top Talent Whether live or in person, it’s important to create an environment where potential new hires feel comfortable giving honest answers about their motivations, capabilities, and needs.

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Rick Conlow

JUNE 1, 2021

In summary, who you are eventually speaks louder and more clearly than what you say. Pulling It All Together. Edelman’s Trust Barometer shows nearly half of employees do not trust business leaders to make honest or ethical decisions. That is a travesty, but an outcome made by choice. Furthermore, people are asking for more.

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Brimstone Consulting

APRIL 28, 2021

These core drivers are critical to accelerating growth, performance, and profitability. Being a leader means exhibiting a special type of moral courage, one that goes beyond being open and honest. Years ago, I came across a brief but powerful essay about leadership that really resonated with me. Apparently, I’m not alone.

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Action Plan

APRIL 19, 2023

But first, let’s get very clear: persuasion is not about manipulation or coercion. It’s about convincing people to take action towards something they already want, and doing so in a way that’s respectful, honest, and ethical. So, how do we persuade people without being pushy or manipulative?

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Harvard Business

NOVEMBER 23, 2017

WATARU YANAGIDA/Getty Images. I recently observed a town hall meeting where a new leader had just been promoted to run his division. In his introductory remarks, many – including me – were struck by his declaration, “One of the things you’ll find is that I’m very self-aware and open to feedback.”

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Johanna Rothman

MARCH 23, 2020

.” Some bad news: “We're a little embarrassed we didn't plan for better internet access. Please hang in there while we try to figure out better support for you. We'll let you know where we are every couple of days.” ” Each of these is an honest statement. They might. When you extend trust, they tend to trust you back.

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Clarity Consultants

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Talk About Safety Openly and Honestly. As you prepare to reintroduce in-person training, talk about safety openly and honestly. Find out what steps can make them feel comfortable and safe when gathering together for training. Then, implement every reasonable option, ensuring everyone’s perspective feels respected.

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Rick Conlow

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

This means managers have the answers, control, and authority. So, employees do what they are told. However, research shows that managers build trust by focusing on positive relationships, using good honest judgment, and applying their leadership consistently. Consequently, employees perform better. Pulling It All Together.

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