Fri.Feb 07, 2025

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The Lies We Love to Tell

Leadership Freak

The more power you have, the more lies you hear. People agree when you state your opinion. They smile when theyre upset with you. When you ask how things are going, they say, Great. Here are 4 practical ways to be worthy of hearing the truth.

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Help Scout Remains Committed to DEI

Help Scout Leadership

Help Scout hasnt wavered in our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, which to us means creating a workplace that truly works for everyone.

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Rebecca Ellis, PhD, Demonstrates Excellence in Organizational Development

AlignOrg

Originally published by Marquis Who’s Who , Jan. 28, 2025 Rebecca Ellis, PhD, has been included in Marquis Who’s Who. As in all Marquis Who’s Who biographical volumes, individuals profiled are selected on the basis of current reference value. Factors such as position, noteworthy accomplishments, visibility and prominence in a field are all taken into account during the selection process.

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To boost employee engagement in the age of burnout, focus on skills-building

Kotter Inc.

Investing in employees growth is investing in a companys future, as it can drive employee engagement and other meaningful outcomes.

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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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When Your Coworkers Got Laid Off — But You Didn’t

Harvard Business Review

Strategies for navigating the uncertainty, social strain, and pressure to succeed.

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The New Core Skills: Why Adaptability and Agility Define Organizational Success

Kotter Inc.

The post The New Core Skills: Why Adaptability and Agility Define Organizational Success appeared first on Kotter International Inc.

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What Can Leaders Learn from Elite Athletes About High-Level Performance?

Michael McKinney

W ITH THE SUPER BOWL around the corner, what can business leaders learn from elite athletes about high-level performance? Be like Roger. And Michael. And Simone. And Usain. And many others. Thats key advice for business leaders seeking to improve their impact and excel in a sustainable, long-term way thats good for them and everyone around them. The Roger, in this case, is none other than Roger Federer, the tennis legend considered an exemplar of athleticism and sportsmanship.

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When Does a Regional Approach to DEI Make Sense for Multinational Companies?

Harvard Business Review

Findings from a study of more than 100 large firms.

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The Hidden Costs of Overwhelmed Sales Teams

Chief Outsiders

An alarming insight from Gartner: Overwhelmed sellers are 45% less likely to hit their quota. The culprit? Too many required skills and tech tools meant to "help." Overwhelming sales teams with non-sales tasks and excessive technology can significantly impact performance and profitability. Salespeople burdened with administrative duties and complex tools have less time for core selling activities, leading to decreased sales performance and lower conversion rates.

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Why Boards Need to Be More Agile

Association Now Leadership

Post-pandemic, boards have asked to meet more often, do more, and think bigger. One governance expert shares what that process looks like. Faster. If theres one word that summarizes what association governance requires now, its that. Associations have been pressed to respond to a pandemic, inflation, workforce shortages, and a quick-acting White House thats undone a lot of business-as-usual processes.

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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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weekend open thread – February 8-9, 2025

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion youd like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here are the rules for the weekend posts. Book recommendation of the week: Perfume and Pain , by Anna Dorn. A cancelled writer searches for inspiration and develops a surprising relationship with her new neighbor.

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Nonprofit Annual Report Writing Tips For Leaders

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Here are some tips for leaders responsible for writing an effective annual report for their nonprofit organization. Consider making these objectives for your report: To demonstrate accomplishments ( not activities ) ( results and how you did it). To recognize important people (volunteers, donors, major funders, partners). To provide an account of your organization's work for the past year.

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open thread – February 7, 2025

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Its the Friday open thread! The comment section on this post is open for discussion with other readers on any work-related questions that you want to talk about (that includes school). If you want an answer from me, emailing me is still your best bet*, but this is a chance to take your questions to other readers. * If you submitted a question to me recently, pleasedo not repost it here, as it may be in my queue to answer.

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Leadership in an Era of Constant Change: Growing, Bouncing Back, and Developing with Purpose

Kotter Inc.

In todays rapidly evolving public sector landscape, leadership is not just about holding a position of authorityits about growing, adapting, and inspiring teams, even in the most uncertain times. Federal leaders are navigating constant changeshifting priorities, technological advancements, evolving public needs, unclear long-term direction and fluctuating budgets.

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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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How to Identify and Develop Emerging Leaders on Your Team

Chris LoCutro

Every small business thrives on the strength of its people, and strong leadership is the backbone of sustained growth. But what if the next great leader for your business is already on your team, waiting to be discovered and developed? Identifying and nurturing emerging leaders doesnt just benefit your businessit transforms your culture, creates opportunities for growth, and ensures youre ready to meet challenges head-on.

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Five Essential Principles For Being The Leader You Want To Be

Eric Jacobsen Blog

By focusing in specific ways on five key leadership elements Purpose, Process, People, Presence, and Peace you can increase your time, capacity, energy, and ultimately your leadership impact, explains Amy Jen Su , author of the book, The Leader You Want To Be: Five Essential Principles for Bringing Out Your Best SelfEvery Day. Su shares both Western management thinking and Eastern philosophy to provide a holistic yet hands-on approach to becoming a more effective leader with less stress and more

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