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Why we’re failing our emerging leaders – and what we can do about it

Suzi McAlpine

This recent study by Deloitte found that good leadership is the top priority for a healthy business, according to 80 percent of the respondents. But only 25 percent of them said their organisation was actively building leaders to meet new challenges. It seems like many organisations simply aren’t investing enough in the next generation of… The post Why we’re failing our emerging leaders – and what we can do about it first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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Why Are Companies Sitting on Cash Right Now?

Harvard Business Review

Many companies sit on piles of cash, even when rates of return suggest they shouldn’t. Why? Researchers have pointed to multiple reasons, including flexibility for M&A and tax advantages. But new research suggests it’s also a form of insurance, especially for smaller firms. Their likelihood of experiencing an adverse event (measured by the chance of being delisted) is significantly higher when they hold less cash.

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What Happens When We Give Doctors an AI Assistant?

Kellogg Insight

Machine-learning systems can improve physicians’ accuracy at diagnosing dermatological diseases. But even with AI assistance, physicians struggle to close the accuracy gap between light- and dark-skinned patients.

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How to Talk to Your Team About a Decision You Disagree With

Harvard Business Review

When you’re part of a company’s management structure, there will be moments when you’ll have to represent a decision your bosses made that you don’t agree with to your team. Carrying the proverbial flag on behalf of the powers-that-be won’t feel good, but that’s part of the job. Barring a decision or action that is immoral, illegal, or unethical, standing behind decisions that don’t go your way is one of the most challenging things you’ll have to do as a leader.

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How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

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Don’t Ignore These 6 Signs Your Corporate Culture Might Need a Reset

Lolly Daskal

In the dynamic realm of leadership, the significance of corporate culture cannot be emphasized enough. A thriving corporate culture is the bedrock of an organization’s success, influencing everything from employee engagement to business outcomes. However, even the most robust cultures can benefit from a periodic reset. Lets explore six unmistakable signs that indicate your corporate culture might be in need of a revitalizing reset.

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The New Reality of Digital Nomads

Harvard Business Review

Digital nomadism has been on the rise, but the implications of this trend go far beyond post-pandemic location flexibility and remote work. A cultural shift is taking place in developed countries that sees swaths of people becoming disillusioned with the lure of the “good life” available to prior generations. Digital nomadism offers an alternative path away from expensive, long-term mortgages and a raft of possessions and instead opens the door for people to maximize their income by living in co

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Only Time + Empathy = Loyalty

Thought Leaders LLC

Dr. Sam Adeyemi describes how empathetic executives and C-suite leaders retain top talent and generate loyalty among employees. Today’s guest post is b y Dr. Sam Adeyemi, author of Dear Leader: Your Flagship Guide to Successful Leadership. (CLICK HERE t o get your copy). Over 97% of employers think social skills can significantly impact an individual’s job performance.

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Mind Shift: It Doesn’t Take a Genius to Think Like One

Michael McKinney

T HE REASON for writing Mind Shift is to destroy our internal limitations. Erwin Raphael McManus begins by reflecting on a statement he once heard, “Some people are simply structured for failure.” Based on our thoughts, we are structured or wired to behave within certain frequencies. If we think in toxic ways, we will get toxic outcomes. It takes a mind shift to move from where we are to where we want to be.

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Learn MBA Skills In 12 Weeks

Eric Jacobson

Getting an MBA takes time and money, making it inaccessible to many people who want to take charge in the business world. The 12-Week MBA offers an alternative way to learn business essentials by focusing on the skills and knowledge required to succeed as both a manager and a business leader. “This book is the result of what we have learned teaching leadership and business acumen classes to rising and senior leaders at Fortune 500 companies for twenty years,” share authors Nathan Kracklauer and

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Employee Appreciation Day 2024: 15 Ways To Celebrate Your Employees

AIHR

Employee Appreciation Day provides an excellent additional opportunity for organizations to show their employees they are appreciated. However, while this day is a special occasion for celebration, recognizing and appreciating your employees should be part of your organization’s DNA. This article provides fifteen Employee Appreciation Day ideas that HR professionals can use as inspiration for their initiatives this year.

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The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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Creating a Strategic Plan That Enhances Member Value

Association Now Leadership

Strategic plans can help guide associations toward future achievements and developments. It’s also possible to give the plan a specific focus if your association wants to change make changes to a major area. Here’s a look at the positive membership changes the Indiana State Bar Association has seen since creating and implementing a strategic plan focused on member value.

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Feeling Lost: Signs, Causes, and 4 Tips for Finding Your Way

BetterUp

It’s normal to feel lost sometimes. In fact, it can be a sign of impending personal growth. Here are some of the signs you might be lost and how to find what to do next.

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Every time you ask the user click you lose half

Andrew Chen

Every time you ask the user click you lose half of them. (And this why tutorials, splash screens, and lengthy signup flows are a bad idea) If you’ve been building apps for a long time and have seen the results of a lot of A/B tests, you quickly realize that people are a flighty bunch. Ask them to download an app and 80% will bounce right on that page.

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Is AI the Future of Innovation Management?

Viima

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably heard a thing or two about AI in the last year. The launch of ChatGPT has supercharged the hype around AI, and now we’re seeing dramatic progress at a pace unlike anything that’s come before. For those of us into innovation, it’s an exciting time. Much has been said about the topic at large so I won’t go over the details here.

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Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

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Minimalist Lifestyle: 24 Tips for Minimal & Simple Living

BetterUp

A minimalist lifestyle can reduce mental and physical clutter, boosting your productivity and well-being. Here are 24 ways to simplify your life.

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Life Planning: Turning Life into a Symphony

Michael Hyatt

In the age of screens, few other things can hold the attention of a thousand people for well over an hour. But a symphony can capture an audience. The soaring notes. The building harmonies. The skillful execution. Music like that transcends barriers and speaks a language we all know: the language of the heart. The […] The post Life Planning: Turning Life into a Symphony appeared first on Full Focus.

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My Father’s Wisdom

Mark Sandborn

My father spoke much good advice to me, but he demonstrated even more. What impacted me most happened one holiday season when I was a boy. My father, who worked as a loan supervisor for a federal agency, always emphasized the importance of integrity and following the rules. It was against the regulations for him to accept gifts of any kind, even if they were given in sincere appreciation.

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Your FP&A Team Needs an Intelligent, AI-Powered Planning Platform - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM WORKDAY

Harvard Business Review

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Behind The Curtain: How Todays Political Climate is Steering HR and DEI in 2025

Speaker: Hanh Nguyen

In today’s ever-changing world, HR professionals often find themselves juggling conflicting priorities - especially when external factors seem out of their control. As we traverse the unpredictable waters of the current political and economic landscape, we find ourselves at a crossroads. For HR leaders, understanding how these external forces shape our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts is crucial.

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RBmedia Acquires Berrett-Koehler Publisher's Audiobook Arm

Brett Koehler

RBmedia recently announced its acquisition of Berrett-Koehler Publisher's audiobook arm, expanding the audience for authors' works. The collaboration aims to amplify voices and ideas through spoken audio. Subscribe to our blog for more updates.

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The Story Of 1906 With CEO Peter Barsoom

SME Strategy

1906 is making microdosing more accessible and legal, opening the door to a new era of wellness. We hear how cannabis exec Peter Barsoom leads the charge.

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Enhancing Conservation Efforts: The Role of Strategy Execution Platforms and Rhythm System Methodology in your Net Zero Plan

Rhythm Systems Growth

Conservation efforts have become increasingly vital, as we face various environmental challenges. To make a meaningful impact, organizations and initiatives require a well-defined strategy, efficient execution, and effective monitoring of progress.

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Business succession planning: The complete guide

Walk Me

Business succession planning (BSP) is the best way for HR to ensure they retain the institutional knowledge and experience they have worked hard to accumulate in a business. It also helps ensure your enterprise’s survival in an age where HR focusing on employee retention and quality talent is vital to business resilience. BSP involves handing authority to lower levels of staff to avoid role gaps and ensure a successful transition for staff to leadership roles when companies lose employees thro

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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Canadian Rugby Legend Maria Samson On Leadership

SME Strategy

Canadian rugby legend Maria Samson talks about her experiences in leadership, advocating for women in sports, breaking down barriers, and fostering inclusion.

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Podcast: The Complicated Promise of ESG

Kellogg Insight

On this episode of The Insightful Leader: Are companies as socially responsible as they claim? And how much should investors care?

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My Father’s Wisdom

Mark Sandborn

My father spoke much good advice to me, but he demonstrated even more. What impacted me most happened one holiday season when I was a boy. My father, who worked as a loan supervisor for a federal agency, always emphasized the importance of integrity and following the rules. It was against the regulations for him to accept gifts of any kind, even if they were given in sincere appreciation.

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Strategies for Executive Teams to Stay Aligned

LSA Global

Do You Need to Implement Strategies for Executive Teams to Stay Aligned? We know from our organizational alignment research that strategic clarity accounts for 31% of the difference between high and low performing companies in terms of revenue growth, profitability, customer loyalty, leadership effectiveness, and employee engagement. We also know that even the most coherent strategic plans often do not get fully implemented.

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Diversity Recruiting 101: How To Attract And Retain Talent In 2025

Speaker: Ginamarie Wells, PhD MCC

Building a talent pipeline that supports diversity requires more than just intent - it demands strategic action. The landscape of diversity recruiting is continually changing, and staying informed on emerging trends is essential for HR and recruiting professionals. Join us for a forward look into the latest trends and innovations shaping the future of diversity recruiting.