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Connection Heroes

Yale New Haven Health Team Credits Connection With Record Results

Posted
November 11, 2023
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Watch as a team at Yale New Haven Health explain the "a-ha" moment when they realized that Connection Culture principles helped drive record patient outcomes.

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Frances Hesselbein: A Leader of Leaders, Who Cared For People First

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February 6, 2023
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

The late Frances Hesselbein was a legendary leader. Michael Stallard reflects on what set her apart.

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Campbell's Turnaround Recipe: Measure Work Culture and Hold Leaders Accountable

Posted
August 6, 2022
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Doug Conant's approach to leading a turnaround at Campbell's illustrates the value of using surveys to measure engagement and hold leaders accountable, writes Michael Stallard.

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7 Team-Strengthening Practices from Steph Curry’s Playbook

Posted
July 2, 2022
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

In addition to his prowess on the basketball court, Steph Curry has a second superpower: his ability to connect. Here are 7 practices we can apply from the superstar’s playbook.

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Former Best Buy CEO Discovers the “Magic” of Connection

Posted
April 9, 2022
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Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Hubert Joly led a dramatic turnaround of Best Buy from 2012-2019. Michael Stallard explains what Joly's story illustrates about the power of connection.

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Lessons on Connection from the Life of RBG

Posted
October 6, 2020
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

We can learn a lot about how to live a life of connection from the example of the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, writes Michael Lee Stallard.

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Sneak Peek: Connection Heroes in Expanded & Updated 2nd Edition of Connection Culture

Posted
September 1, 2020
by
Katie Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Katharine P. Stallard shares a sneak peek at some of the connection heroes highlighted in the second edition of Connection Culture.

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How U2’s Extraordinary Team Culture Helps the Band Thrive

Posted
November 27, 2017
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

As U2 releases its 14th studio album, Michael Stallard explores the secrets to the band's longevity and how you can apply the same principles to your team.

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3 Factors That Make Costco America’s Best Employer

Posted
August 25, 2017
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Costco Wholesale moved in front of Google to earn the title of America’s best large employer this year. Here's the factors that have led to their success.

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Patriots' Dynasty Fueled by Connection

Posted
February 7, 2017
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

The New England Patriots just won their fifth Super Bowl since 2002, but their success isn't a surprise to those who study connection.

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General George C. Marshall: Soldier of Peace

Posted
June 26, 2016
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

A soldier of peace, George C. Marshall strengthened connections between nations by fostering human value, knowledge flow, and inspiring identity.

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6 Actions Help ABC News Perform at the Top of Its Game

Posted
May 12, 2016
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

ABC News does it right when it comes to workplace culture. Here are six programs the company has implemented to foster connection.

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Why Edward Jones is Built to Last

Posted
March 6, 2016
by
Mike Stallard
in
Connection Heroes

What makes an organization sufficiently resilient to survive over a sustained period of time? As Edward Jones demonstrates, the secret is corporate culture.

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How Connection Helped to Restore a Nation

Posted
September 6, 2015
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

One of history's greatest turnaround stories is also one of the most unlikely. It is the story of Queen Elizabeth I and her quest to restore England.

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Kare Anderson: Connection Hero

Posted
May 22, 2015
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Katie Russell
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Connection Heroes

Kare Anderson is an accomplished author and speaker, but it is her extraordinary ability to connect people and ideas that sets her apart.

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Michael Jordan’s Transformation Contributed to His Success

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May 16, 2015
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Before Michael Jordan could lead the Chicago Bulls to the championship, he had to learn an important leadership lesson.

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4 Character Strengths Sustain U2’s Success

Posted
May 3, 2015
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

U2 is unquestionably one of the most successful bands in history. Here's how four key character strengths have played a role in their longevity.

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Coach K's Secret (He Coaches Like a Girl)

Posted
April 11, 2015
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Coach K’s phenomenal success as a coach and leader begs the question: how does he do it?

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Vince Lombardi’s Success Formula: “Task + Relationship Excellence = Results”

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September 30, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Leaders can learn from Lombardi's emphasis on both task and relationship excellence. Without both, your team will fail to achieve sustainable success.

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Can Phil Jackson Build “the Yankees of Basketball”?

Posted
June 4, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

CEOs will learn a lot from how Phil Jackson manages the New York Knicks. His proven leadership style encourages both task and relationship excellence.

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3 Ways Pixar Gains Competitive Advantage from Its Culture

Posted
May 23, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

The success of Pixar and Disney Animation begs the question: what’s the secret sauce? Learn how Pixar derives its competitive advantage from its culture.

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3 Lessons from the Life and Leadership of Coach Wooden

Posted
March 23, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

The legacy of legendary basketball coach John Wooden is an inspiration to leaders everywhere. Here are three important leadership lessons from his life.

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3 Practices CEOs Can Learn from the Girl Scouts

Posted
February 5, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

Learn the three practices Frances Hesselbein implemented that made the Girl Scouts “the best-managed organization around,” according to Peter Drucker.

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7 Practices of Alan Mulally that Helped Ford Pass Competitors

Posted
January 22, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
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Connection Heroes

The remarkable turnaround of Ford led by Alan Mulally provides an outstanding example of how to gain competitive advantage through organizational culture.

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3 Practices CEOs Should Adopt from this Rock Star

Posted
January 9, 2014
by
Mike Stallard
in
Connection Heroes

U2's Bono is a wonderful example of leadership in action. Here's 3 lessons CEOs can learn from the famous rock star.

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Former Cab Driver Helps Liberate WWII France

Posted
May 8, 2013
by
Mike Stallard
in
Connection Heroes

Watch the video to learn about this extraordinary story of innovation and the leaders and culture that made it all possible.

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