Fri.Aug 09, 2024

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Top Employee Morale Survey Questions for a Happy Team

Vantage Circle

Human resources managers increasingly view employee engagement as a key performance indicator. However, measuring engagement is complex due to its many contributing factors. A vital component of engagement is employee morale or enthusiasm, which can be improved through various strategies, especially by prioritizing worker well-being. According to a Gallup poll , companies with high employee engagement experience 21% higher profitability and 41% lower absenteeism.

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5 Reasons Your Leadership Strategy Isn’t Working and How to Fix It

Lolly Daskal

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen many leaders struggle with ineffective strategies. Despite their best efforts, they fail to achieve the desired results. If your leadership strategy isn’t working, it’s time to take a step back and reassess. In my experience here are the top five reasons your strategy might be falling short and how to fix it.

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The Way of the Champion

Michael McKinney

L ACROSSE legend Paul Rabil wanted a guidebook for the road to being a champion. So, he went looking for guidance from some of the greatest athletes, coaches, entertainers, and entrepreneurs in the world. He wanted to know what made them great. What he learned he put into this book, The Way of the Champion. Champions aren’t born. They’re made through determination, discipline, and sacrifice.

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What Is Customer Service? Help Scouts Weigh In

Help Scout Leadership

Help Scout’s team weighs in on what customer service really means. Explore how effective support drives product success, empowers customers, and showcases company values.

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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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weekend open thread — August 10-11, 2024

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. T his comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion you’d like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here are the rules for the weekend posts. Book recommendation of the week: Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend , by MJ Wassmer. A couple is trapped at an expensive resort after the sun explodes. * I make a commission if you use that Amazon link.

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Most Companies Fail at Transformation. How to Beat the Odds.

UVA Darden

Most Companies Fail at Transformation. How to Beat the Odds. fosterl Fri, 08/09/2024 - 15:31 Image 13 August 2024 Leadership & Management Strategy Lauren Foster Over the past decade, Satya Nadella has led a remarkable transformation at Microsoft. Taking the helm of what was once a sluggish tech giant mainly known for PC software, he steered the company into a leading position in cloud computing.

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General Adaptation Syndrome: Understanding The Impact Of Stress

BetterUp

Jump to section What is general adaptation syndrome (GAS)? What triggers general adaptation syndrome?

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Breaking Down Barriers to Belonging for Women of Color in Tech

Harvard Business Review

Women of color continue to be underrepresented in the tech industry. In this article, the author describes the findings from her doctoral research on workplace belonging. The goal of the study was to measure the level of workplace belonging reported, the top belonging contributors and detractors, and to identify recommendations to increase it. Peers and coworkers were reported as the highest contributors to belonging, and organizational culture was reported as the top detractor.

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Grievance Procedure: Steps To Take + Free Grievance Form

AIHR

Two in three companies deal with bullying and harassment grievances, while 37% have to address pay complaints. Having a robust grievance procedure in place is essential. It helps organizations address employee concerns fairly and promptly and fosters a culture of transparency and trust. This article thoroughly examines the grievance procedure, its importance, pros and cons, best practices for developing an employee grievance policy, and more.

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The Strongest U.S. Healthcare Organizations Invest in Social Capital

Harvard Business Review

Social capital —the value gained when people work well together — is just as, if not more, important than human or financial capital. At a time, when financial and human capital are in short supply, it is critical that healthcare leaders focus on building social capital to improve performance and gain competitive advantage. This article explains what it takes to build social capital and how to measure it.

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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.