Tue.May 14, 2024

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Elevate Your Emotional Intelligence in 5 Easy Steps 

Leadership Freak

Emotional Intelligence enables you to stay calm under pressure, resolve conflict skillfully, and connect with people deeply. Leadership success depends on EQ more than technical talent. I'm delighted to host another wonderful book giveaway. Today it's, "Elevate Your Emotional Intelligence." I look forward to reading your comments. Get in early.

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The High Price of Toxicity: How One Bad Apple Drains Company Finances

Lolly Daskal

In the world of business, the saying “one bad apple spoils the bunch” holds more truth than we often realize. As an executive leadership coach, I have witnessed firsthand how the presence of a toxic team member can have a ripple effect on an entire organization. Lets delve into the high price that toxicity can exact on a company’s finances and overall well-being.

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Unlocking Team Synergy: Overcoming Misalignments And Building A Unified Vision For Success

John Kotter

How to align and unify teams.

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Encouraging Empathy in Customer Service Teams

Help Scout Leadership

Empathy is a core component of every good customer experience. Learn why it’s important and ways to infuse empathy into your customer service interactions.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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how does maternity leave work, exactly?

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I hope to get pregnant in the next two or three years and I have realized that I know absolutely nothing about how maternity leave works in the U.S. Do most companies offer paid leave and, if so, for how long? If it’s not paid, how are people taking months off? When I do get pregnant, at what point am I supposed to tell my employer?

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How To Get an HR Certification Without a Degree [in 2024]

AIHR

Are you thinking of getting an HR certification without a degree? It’s entirely possible. An HR certification is a great way to demonstrate your HR knowledge and capabilities, dedication to continuous learning, and commitment to the field. It can also provide a career boost, especially if you haven’t followed the traditional path of completing a degree in Human Resources and starting your career in the HR field.

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Video-Game Companies Are Spending Big on Sponsored Streams. Are They Getting Their Money’s Worth?

Kellogg Insight

Probably not—with a few notable exceptions.

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sharing a house with the boss, paid intern can’t do the job, 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. Sharing a house with the boss on a work trip I work for a small company of four people, including our boss. We are all remote. There is an upcoming conference in my city where the three of them are flying in. We have several similar trips a year, and our boss has always booked individual hotel rooms.

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11 Reasons You're Tired All the Time

BetterUp

That aren't because you're sleep deprived. Here's what you need to know.

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The Impact of Coaching on Your Annual Planning and Paving the Way for a Successful Year

Rhythm Systems Growth

Effective annual planning is critical to your expected business growth. Achieve results by using coaching to elevate your session and help you plan for a chaos-free, successful year.

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Future of HR: Navigating Transformation in the Digital Age

Speaker: Jeremy York

Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of the rapidly evolving HR landscape as we examine how technological innovation, regulatory changes, talent strategies, and evolving diversity approaches are reshaping the profession. This webinar will provide HR professionals with practical insights on leveraging AI and emerging technologies while maintaining compliance in an increasingly complex regulatory environment.

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17 Self-Awareness Activities for Adults

BetterUp

Jump to section What are self-awareness activities? The importance of self-awareness Can you measure self-awareness?

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574 | Leading Through Change: Your Questions Answered – Part 1

Chris LoCutro

Hey there, folks! We had another incredible Next-Level Leadership LIVE Event back in April and we gathered some fantastic questions from leaders like you who are eager to grow and refine their skills. In this first of two episodes, I’m diving deep into the first five critical questions you dropped for us at the LIVE event: How do you tactfully and respectfully move key team members out of roles where they’re not a great fit?

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Research: What Companies Don’t Know About How Workers Use AI

Harvard Business Review

Leaders who are exploring how AI might fit into their business operations must not only navigate a vast and ever-changing landscape of tools, but they must also facilitate a significant cultural shift within their organizations. But research shows that leaders do not fully understand their employees’ use of, and readiness for, AI. In addition, a significant number of Americans do not trust business’ use of AI.

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can I discuss NSFW shows at work?

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: In this age of streaming, it seems like every show I watch is very, very R-rated. I feel a little uncomfortable talking about these shows during normal coworker chit-chat about what everyone has been watching lately. I wondering how best to navigate these conversations.

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4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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4 Resume Mistakes to Avoid When You Don’t Have Much Experience

Harvard Business Review

Understanding the common mistakes job candidates make on resumes, and how to overcome them, can set you apart from your competitors. The first mistake is including irrelevant work experience. Instead, only add roles that are relevant to the position you’re applying for. The second is customizing your resume. While it’s in your benefit to adjust your resume to better match the job description, over-tuning your resume for every application can be a waste of time — and end up slowing down your sear

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One Way to Help Employees Build Emergency Savings

Harvard Business Review

Most workers in the U.S. can’t afford unexpected expenses. A partnership between an asset firm and a non-profit created a system for building a cushion.

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The Hidden Burden of Long Covid and What Companies Can Do

Harvard Business Review

A conversation with researcher Beth Pollack and inclusion expert Ludmila Praslova on the chronic illness.

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How Large Companies Can Unleash the Next Corporate Unicorn - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM EY-PARTHENON

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor content from EY-Parthenon.

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Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.