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From Artifacts to Action: A New Leadership Paradigm | Sean Stewart

Peter Winick

Turning Everyday Objects into Tools for Effective Leadership A conversation with Sean Stewart on how you can change your leadership perspective by learning to interpret everyday objects. In this engaging episode of Thought Leadership Leverage, host Bill Sherman converses with Sean Stewart, an executive coach, keynote speaker, and historical leadership expert at Past Forward Talks.

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How to Improve Women’s Advancement Programs

Harvard Business Review

Most corporate women’s advancement programs center on teaching women a predefined slate of skills purported to give them more control over their careers. But by taking this approach, companies may be unintentionally communicating a culture of conformity by asking women to change who they are to succeed. This leaves many women, especially senior women, feeling stuck, because strong leaders need to have the ability to set expectations, not just fulfill them.

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my company says we can’t wear underwire bras

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: My company just introduced a new company-wide policy that you cannot wear an underwire bra due to setting off an alarm on a metal detector in the entrance of the building. Is this illegal in California? It’s legal. It’s actually been litigated in multiple states (and, as far as I know, upheld each time).

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When Asking Too Many Questions Undermines Your Leadership

Harvard Business Review

Although it’s widely accepted that good leaders are good learners, a learning mentality can also have a darker side. If not carefully managed, it might lead to a perception of decreased effectiveness, less expertise, and lower efficiency. Your learning mentality should be the catalyst for your personal growth and development — not a reason for others to question your leadership.

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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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AI Is Powerful But Is It Fair? This New Approach Levels the Playing Field.

UVA Darden

AI Is Powerful But Is It Fair? This New Approach Levels the Playing Field. fosterl Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:21 Image 22 July 2024 Operations & Technology Digital Transformation Seb Murray Generative AI is transforming businesses, offering unprecedented efficiency and productivity gains. This technology automates repetitive tasks, streamlines processes, and analyzes vast amounts of data faster than ever before.

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Gen AI is Coming for Remote Workers First

Harvard Business Review

Automation has historically impacted blue-collar jobs first, whereas white-collar jobs benefited. The wave of remote work brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic further empowered white-collar workers with more autonomy through remote work. However, generative AI is changing this narrative. Remote workers are now more susceptible to automation due to their tasks being digital and thus more easily automated, but also indicates large potential productivity benefits.

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Leadership Storytelling: How to Connect & Inspire Your Team

David Grossman

We’ve all been there. Lost in the grip of a great story, we fast forward to the next episode of our favorite show, repeatedly flip the pages of a gripping novel from a beloved author, or get swept away in the details of a friend’s dramatic event. This is the power of the art and craft of storytelling, a reliable force for capturing the hearts and minds of humans since the beginning of time.

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11 Important Employee Relations Metrics To Track

AIHR

Employee relations metrics measure employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention, as well as overall workplace culture. Companies that prioritize employee relations and create supportive work environments generally see better results in all aspects. For example, Google and Facebook are known for their strong focus on employee satisfaction, which leads to higher productivity and better business outcomes.

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5 Effective Ways Leaders Can Increase Employee Engagement

Lolly Daskal

In order to achieve high levels of productivity and preserve a positive work environment, team engagement is essential. In order to create an atmosphere where employees feel inspired and invested in their work, leaders are essential. The following five tactics will help you increase employee engagement: Prioritize Open Communication: Clear and honest communication fosters clarity and trust.

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Why People Resist Retirement

Harvard Business Review

Research suggests making the decision to retire means grappling with three psychological issues. First, identity issues can loom large for any deeply engaged professional. Even a small step away from a career can make a person wonder who they are without it. Second, many older professionals resist leaving meaningful work. And third is the dread of losing the strong relationships that accumulate over the course of a long, successful career.

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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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how to tell coworkers, “that’s not my job”

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I have been employed with my agency for five years. Six months ago, I was promoted, but no one was hired to take over my old job. Some duties have remained with me and others were transferred to other people, primarily a great support person named Robin. We has communicated with the relevant people about tasks that have been transferred.

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How to Stay Ahead of a Cybersecurity Breach with the Right Resilience Strategy - SPONSOR CONTENT WEBINAR FROM COMMVAULT

Harvard Business Review

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getting called a Nazi at work, coworker didn’t tell me he was applying for a promotion, and more

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Getting called a Nazi at work I work for local government in a region that is currently experiencing a drought. Part of my job involves working with people who break drought restrictions, with engagement ranging from education and outreach to levying fines or outright limiting their water.

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Podcast: American Healthcare—Is This the Best We Can Do?

Kellogg Insight

In the final episode of our 5-episode series, “Insight Unpacked: American Healthcare and Its Web of Misaligned Incentives,” we travel overseas, and through our own backyard, in search of a way forward.

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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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Notes From That Cranky Editorial Guy (Issue #7)

Brett Koehler

Nonfiction business and personal growth publishers always want something “new” and “compelling,” but how much is there left that is truly new and compelling?

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Normal is Overrated

Mark Sandborn

Why do we seem obsessed with normal? Being normal, going back to normal, wanting what is normal. Normal is synonymous with standard or common, which might be why Carl Jung said, “To be normal is the ultimate aim of the unsuccessful.” Peggy Noonan commented that people running for President often try to come across as normal. She points out that wanting to be the leader of the free world isn’t really normal, and it isn’t the aspiration nor ability of most people.

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How to Create a Talent Development Strategy

15Five

Talent keeps your organization going. Name a goal, and you’ll find talent is essential for getting there. Many leaders assume that building their talent pool begins with hiring and ends with retaining the talent they have, but that approach ignores something crucial: talent development. With a talent development strategy in place, you can promote internally to fill more senior roles as they open up, empower team members to take on more complex tasks, and only dip into your hiring budget when it’

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What Is Career Coaching? What They Do and How One Can Benefit You

BetterUp

A career coach is a professional who provides guidance and support to individuals on issues related to their careers. They aim to help clients define their career goals, plan career moves, and overcome obstacles in their professional lives.

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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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Alignment Leadership: The Key to Successful Organizational Realignment

AlignOrg

In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations must adapt quickly to stay competitive. One of the most critical roles in this process is that of the Alignment Leader ®. This pivotal position is responsible for ensuring that an organization’s structure, processes, and culture are in sync with its strategic goals. Let’s explore why alignment leadership is crucial and why prescriptive organization design is essential when realigning your organization.

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How to Make Your Boss Like You: The Top 7 Steps

LSA Global

How to Make Your Boss Like You While we all must be good at our jobs, how we relate to our supervisor matters. Employees who have positive relationships with their boss are more likely to thrive, advance in their careers, and be engaged at work. Building a strong relationship with your boss is not about flattery or workplace politics , however, it is about having their back and demonstrating a genuine interest in their success.