Tue.Jun 18, 2024

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Boost Your Leadership Communication Skills In 5 Minutes or Less

Lolly Daskal

Effective communication is the cornerstone of exceptional leadership. Surprisingly, a study by Salesforce found that 86% of employees and executives cite lack of collaboration or ineffective communication for workplace failures. For leaders, the ability to convey ideas clearly and inspire action is paramount. Yet, not every leader has the luxury of time to refine these skills extensively.

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How to Handle Lazy Co-Workers (Without Picking Up Their Slack)

Leadership Freak

Get in early! It's book giveaway time! "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," is one of the most practical books you can read. Today's sample: How to Handle a Lazy Co-Worker. Karin Hurt and David Dye are giving away 20 SIGNED copies. Don't miss it. Click the link and leave a comment.

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3 Ways AI Can Support Your Marketing Team

Kellogg Insight

From providing insight into your customers to amplifying human creativity, generative AI is here to help.

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my boss is a terrible restaurant guest

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I’ve worked for my C-Suite boss for almost five years. We are in a line of work where we attend a lot of lunches and dinners at nice restaurants, most often as guests of vendors and clients. While I generally enjoy the fine dining opportunities, I find my boss to be an insufferable restaurant patron.

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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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SME Strategy supports Cascadia Partners with their fleet electrification Marketing strategy

SME Strategy

Explore how SME Strategy partnered with Cascadia Consulting to develop a successful marketing strategy for fleet electrification.

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my employee puts on a show of being busy, but they shouldn’t be

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I manage an employee who’s in a job that I used to do myself, so I have a pretty good idea of the work required and the amount of time it takes. This person does a good job on the tasks and is competent and well liked. However, they put on a big show of being busy, often announcing that they will be working late, coming in on the weekend, cancelling vacation days, and working when sick.

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interns stole alcohol at a work retreat, vacationing with a friend from work, 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. Interns stole alcohol at a work retreat I recently started a new role, and last week we had a three-day annual retreat with the whole organization (about 30 people). It was a great experience overall, but it ended on a sour note: on our last evening, after a team dinner, two interns and one junior employee (who is still in their probation period) got very drunk, broke back in

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How to Manage Up at Work: You Guide for Success

BetterUp

Managing up is a key skill that serves leaders and direct reports at all levels. Showing initiative and leadership skills are necessary if you’re aiming to quickly advance up the corporate ladder. This is particularly true when you’re aiming to secure a management position. But how do you strike the right balance?

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former coworker stole my work and keeps contacting me for help

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I have a weird issue that I need help with. My former coworker, Lulu, joined my company about seven years ago as a relatively inexperienced but enthusiastic junior team member. I trained her on some of her duties and, due to the nature of our jobs, we worked closely together for a time.

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579 | Leading by Example: Inspiring Change and Growth

Chris LoCutro

Welcome to the Chris LoCurto Show, where we discuss leadership and life and discover that business is what you do, not who you are. Today, we’re talking about “leading from the front” Many leaders know the idea sounds great, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, we break down the concept and focus on how your actions can inspire your team to grow and change positively.

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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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Podcast: Why Italy’s Economy Offers a Cautionary Tale for the U.S.

Kellogg Insight

Since the 1990s, taxes, debt, and regulations have hamstrung the Italian economy. On this episode of The Insightful Leader: Could America be next?

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579 | Leading by Example: Inspiring Change and Growth

Chris LoCutro

Welcome to the Chris LoCurto Show, where we discuss leadership and life and discover that business is what you do, not who you are. Today, we’re talking about “leading from the front” Many leaders know the idea sounds great, but what does it actually mean? In this episode, we break down the concept and focus on how your actions can inspire your team to grow and change positively.

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The Most Strategic Leaders Excel in 4 Disciplines

Harvard Business Review

Strategic fitness is a leader’s ability to learn from and adapt to their environment to set direction and create a competitive advantage. A study of 77 C-suite executives over four years found that strategically fit leaders excel in four disciplines : 1) Strategic fitness, or setting clear direction and calibrating when necessary; 2) Leadership fitness, or refining their style to meet the moment; 3) Organizational fitness, or investing in thinking about the future state of the business; and 4) C

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How To Form an Employee Engagement Committee (+Examples & Best Practices)

AIHR

Starting an employee engagement committee is a proactive step in the journey to improve employee engagement. Engaged employees are motivated to innovate, encourage each other, and invest more effort in their work. An engaged workforce can ensure your organization will carry out its mission and goals As a word of warning, there’s a good chance your organization’s engagement level could use a boost.

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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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When Your New Boss Is a Micromanager

Harvard Business Review

Building a relationship with a new boss can feel daunting, and it can be especially difficult if you feel like you’re being micromanaged. In this article, the writer talks with two experts about what to do in this demotivating situation. The first step is to figure out what’s behind your boss’s micromanaging tendencies. Maybe they’re genuinely trying to help, but their methods and cadence don’t match your work style or expectations.

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Research: Customer Referrals Are Contagious

Harvard Business Review

New research reveals the surprising power of “referral contagion,” where referred customers not only buy more but also refer 30-57% more new customers than others. This phenomenon, observed across industries, is driven by social factors like the perception of referring as appropriate and the tendency to befriend similar people. A simple experiment, reminding referred customers of their referral origin, increased successful referrals by 21%, highlighting the potential for leveraging referral psyc

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Why Managers Play Favorites – and How They Can Change

Harvard Business Review

A conversation with IMD Business School’s Ginka Toegel on creating more positive team dynamics.

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How Natural Winemaker Frank Cornelissen Innovated While Staying True to His Brand

Harvard Business Review

Should a natural vineyard stay true to their philosophy of winemaking, or adapt their approach to save damaged grapes?

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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.