Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 28, 2024
Numerous researches have shown that we forget much of what we experience in a day. Knowing this, how do you create messages so there is a better chance of people remembering them? The author uses concepts from memory science to help you craft messages — whether it’s a presentation, an email, or a speech — that will be likely to stick. One way to craft a memorable message is to chunk it up.
SME Strategy
AUGUST 28, 2024
In the latest episode of the Strategy and Leadership Podcast, host Anthony Taylor sits down with Jean St. Pierre , the co-founder and chairman of the Rhombus Group. Jean shares his compelling story of building a $100 million business, losing it all, and then rediscovering his path through deep introspection and strategic planning. The conversation is packed with valuable insights for entrepreneurs aiming to achieve business success while maintaining a balanced and fulfilling life.
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Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 28, 2024
Nearly all transformation efforts face significant challenges that can derail the whole program. These can range from exogenous shocks, such as inflation, supply-chain disruption, or political events; operating-model issues, such as the need to change technology, governance, or ways of working; or human dynamics, such as employee confidence in or ownership of the change.
Alison Green
AUGUST 28, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My employee keeps sighing heavily I have a new person working for me who is doing a good job with the work but is constantly sighing and it’s annoying me to no end. I’m not sure how to approach it because I don’t want to make them feel bad, but I find the sighing to be distracting and unnecessary.
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
Leadership Freak
AUGUST 28, 2024
Ego detox energizes soul. Choose vitality. Stop telling lies to protect status. Worry less about fairness. View conversations as collaborations, not competitions. Affirm others. Fix yourself. Don’t beat yourself down for responsible failure. We love leaders with soul. This post offers suggestions for leading with soul.
Alison Green
AUGUST 28, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s the annual Ask a Manager speed round! Until 3:30 pm ET today, I’ll be answering questions live. How to ask questions: Submit a question using the form here. (Don’t leave your question in the comment section; I won’t see it there.) If you submitted a question yesterday, there’s no need to submit it again; I’ve got it in my queue.
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Alison Green
AUGUST 28, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I manage an intern who tends to respond with short bursts of laughter at incongruous times, like when I am explaining something to her or when I am giving her directions (and I’m not trying to be funny!). It can be pretty jarring. I noticed it during her interview, but chalked it up to nerves and hoped it would subside as she became more comfortable.
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 28, 2024
In the new book, Good Judgment , author Richard Davis , PhD , explains what the science of personality is and how it works, and how all of us can use it to improve our working relationships, careers, and lives. “Understanding the science of personality and how to utilize it is the key to exercising good judgment, shares Davis. “The ability to read others’ personalities quickly and accurately, overcoming biases and prejudices that might skew our perception, is critical when making decisions and m
Alison Green
AUGUST 28, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I know that you’ve repeatedly discussed how romantic relationships at work can be problematic , but how do you navigate it when it’s your child? I was catching up with a friend (Sara) who told me that her teenage daughter had started dating Sara’s boss’s teenage son.
Thought Leaders LLC
AUGUST 28, 2024
It doesn’t make sense to try to manage every possible risk. Learn how to identify and focus on the most dangerous risks you face. Today’s guest post is b y Kim Wasson, a principal at thought LEADERS where she teaches our course on Risk Management. If you’ve completed your risk brainstorming session you might have an extensive list of risks.
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.
Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 28, 2024
Setting clear goals and understanding how to measure your ROI are key to a successful Super Bowl ad.
John Kotter
AUGUST 28, 2024
Beyond the Hire: Maximizing the Impact of Your New CEO Hiring a new CEO is a high stakes and pivotal moment for any organization.
Harvard Business Review
AUGUST 28, 2024
If you want to lead, ask yourself these questions first.
Help Scout Leadership
AUGUST 28, 2024
Struggling to manage social media customer service? This article explores the benefits of social media customer service tools and offers a breakdown of 9 of the best options on the market.
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.
Chris LoCutro
AUGUST 28, 2024
In today’s fast-paced world, stress is inevitable. But managing it effectively is crucial to maintaining your sanity and performance, especially as a small business owner. If you’ve gone through our lesson on the “Leadership Stress Effect”, you know that stress doesn’t just affect your well-being; it impacts your team’s morale and productivity as well.
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