Monthly Archives: January 2007

Expressing regret or apologizing: A critical component of leadership

Posted on January 7, 2007 by Nagesh Belludi

Marshall Goldsmith, one of the world’s leading executive coaches, will release a new book on leadership skills next week. In ‘What Got You Here Won’t Get You There,’ Marshall focuses on interpersonal skills essential to lead people to get ahead … Continue reading →

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Home Depot Stock Underperformance: Who’s to Blame?

Posted on January 5, 2007 by Nagesh Belludi

Home Depot Chairman and CEO Robert Nardelli resigned on Wednesday. Since early 2006, Nardelli had been under a fair amount of criticism from investors primarily for disproportionate compensation and poor performance of Home Depot’s stock [

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Helping People Pursue Conversations

Posted on January 3, 2007 by Nagesh Belludi

Many people have difficulty with starting conversations and engaging in small talk in unfamiliar social situations. They do not have much to say when introduced to new people at parties, meetings or formal gatherings. As a host or fellow-attendee, you … Continue reading →

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Leadership and the Tao; Greetings for the New Year

Posted on January 1, 2007 by Nagesh Belludi

About 2400 years ago, Chinese philosopher Lao Tzu wrote in his classic Tao Te Ching, The highest type of ruler is one of whose existence the people are barely aware. Next comes one whom they love and praise. Next comes … Continue reading →

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