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Jim M. Nicholson

PureReinvention Podcast

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Erik Larson

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Eric Thomas

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Phil Knight

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 In this episode, Mike Bills, principal at MB Strategies and founder of the PureReinvention project, talks with Jim M. Nicholson (Vice-President, PVS Chemicals Inc.) about the current reinvention of Detroit, the value of others coming to Detroit to see reinvention in action, and what it will take to sustain the reinvention process going forward.       DIG IN  Around 4:11 Mike asks Jim about when Detroit stopped operating at peak performance. Jim says simply Detroit failed to work for its citizens, and they moved away. Listen to this segment and consider it through the lens of association work. What happens when associations stop operating at peak performance? Can you see how associations would benefit from using Detroit as an example when working through challenges?   Meaningful change happens beyond the core. Jim postulates that Detroit residents are going to continue to leave if leaders don’t build a better value proposition and support their quality of life. As you listen to this, think about how Detroit’s experience relates to membership within your association. How are association leaders building a better value proposition to retain members? (14:30)   QUOTE IT  “The challenges of the constant outflow of people...got enough people to say enough is enough.” (6:30)   “Political inertia kept [Detroit] from changing...But the political leaders of the time finally found the guts to say, ‘We need to make this change happen’ and they did. What it did for the community was change the paradigm.” (9:20)   “It is our role as leaders to try to create the conditions where people want to make investments.” (24:08)   TAKE AWAYS   1 – Reinvention requires a long term commitment.  Detroit’s problems developed over many decades, and its comeback will likewise develop through the next decade. Expect the reinvention process to take time to become lasting change.   2 – It’s important to understand the measurements you use to define success. In the case of Detroit, people living and thriving in the neighborhoods are the ultimate measure of successful leadership. What defines success for you? For your association?   3 – Building the infrastructure to sustain your citizens is key. People living in Detroit, much like your members, will leave if they don’t feel like their needs are being addressed and served.   4 – Defining clear priorities is critical to creating momentum for reinvention. Don’t get caught up in the real estate at the expense of the vision.   5 – A realistic vision that is shared by consumers and stakeholders is a necessary ingredient for success. Leaders must be part of the community and have credibility with the people.   Next episode:  January 26, 2015, Mike Bills discusses the first of the fundamental five concepts in the reinvention process: Disruption.   Produced by:  Will Carlson, WillPower Consulting (www.williamrcarlson.com)

In this episode, Mike Bills, principal at MB Strategies and founder of the PureReinvention project, talks with Jim M. Nicholson (Vice-President, PVS Chemicals Inc.) about the current reinvention of Detroit, the value of others coming to Detroit to see reinvention in action, and what it will take to sustain the reinvention process going forward. <a href="http://www.purereinvention.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/Jim-Nicholson-Part-2-Graphic-copy.jpg" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> </a> DIG IN Around 4:11 Mike asks Jim about when Detroit stopped operating at peak performance. Jim says simply Detroit failed to work for its citizens, and they moved away. Listen to this segment and consider it through the lens of association work. What happens when associations stop operating at peak performance? Can you see how associations would benefit from using Detroit as an example when working through challenges? Meaningful change happens beyond the core. Jim postulates that Detroit residents are going to continue to leave if leaders don’t build a better value proposition and support their quality of life. As you listen to this, think about how Detroit’s experience relates to membership within your association. How are association leaders building a better value proposition to retain members? (14:30) QUOTE IT “The challenges of the constant outflow of people...got enough people to say enough is enough.” (6:30) “Political inertia kept [Detroit] from changing...But the political leaders of the time finally found the guts to say, ‘We need to make this change happen’ and they did. What it did for the community was change the paradigm.” (9:20) “It is our role as leaders to try to create the conditions where people want to make investments.” (24:08) TAKE AWAYS 1 – Reinvention requires a long term commitment.  Detroit’s problems developed over many decades, and its comeback will likewise develop through the next decade. Expect the reinvention process to take time to become lasting change. 2 – It’s important to understand the measurements you use to define success. In the case of Detroit, people living and thriving in the neighborhoods are the ultimate measure of successful leadership. What defines success for you? For your association? 3 – Building the infrastructure to sustain your citizens is key. People living in Detroit, much like your members, will leave if they don’t feel like their needs are being addressed and served. 4 – Defining clear priorities is critical to creating momentum for reinvention. Don’t get caught up in the real estate at the expense of the vision. 5 – A realistic vision that is shared by consumers and stakeholders is a necessary ingredient for success. Leaders must be part of the community and have credibility with the people. Next episode:  January 26, 2015, Mike Bills discusses the first of the fundamental five concepts in the reinvention process: Disruption. Produced by:  Will Carlson, WillPower Consulting (<a href="http://www.williamrcarlson.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.williamrcarlson.com</a>)

PureReinvention Podcast 10 -  Jim M. Nicholson, Vice-President, PVS Chemicals Inc. (Part 2)

In this episode, Mike Bills, principal of MB Strategies and founder of the PureReinvention project, talks with Jim M. Nicholson, vice president of PVS Chemical, Inc. and former chairman of the Michigan Manufacturers Association, about the role of individuals on the board of directors, board leadership and association culture. DIG IN: At 6:50 Jim says the biggest barrier in associations today is cultural momentum. He talks about how legacy and history cause associations to struggle with change and what key leaders need to do to help turn that around. QUOTE IT: At 8:58 Jim identifies a behavioral example of cultural momentum getting in the way of success.  “The formula for attracting membership for most associations has been the same for a long time. They typically have their membership recruiting strategies firmly planted in the 70s...What you don’t see enough of is getting out and being interpersonal with your membership.” At 17:34 he explains how the board can support and nurture a more dynamic  association culture. “The Board’s real role is to point out the obvious. If you point out the obvious, the CEO has to respond to the obvious.”  In a hurry? Click here to read the top takeaways from this podcast now.

In this episode, Mike Bills, principal of MB Strategies and founder of the PureReinvention project, talks with Jim M. Nicholson, vice president of PVS Chemical, Inc. and former chairman of the Michigan Manufacturers Association, about the role of individuals on the board of directors, board leadership and association culture. DIG IN: At 6:50 Jim says the biggest barrier in associations today is cultural momentum. He talks about how legacy and history cause associations to struggle with change and what key leaders need to do to help turn that around. QUOTE IT: At 8:58 Jim identifies a behavioral example of cultural momentum getting in the way of success.  “The formula for attracting membership for most associations has been the same for a long time. They typically have their membership recruiting strategies firmly planted in the 70s...What you don’t see enough of is getting out and being interpersonal with your membership.” At 17:34 he explains how the board can support and nurture a more dynamic  association culture. “The Board’s real role is to point out the obvious. If you point out the obvious, the CEO has to respond to the obvious.”  In a hurry? <a href="http://www.purereinvention.com/jimmnicholson1/%20%E2%80%8E" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Click here</a> to read the top takeaways from this podcast now.

PureReinvention Podcast Episode 8 - Jim M. Nicholson