Harvard Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
Research shows that people feel more pressured to agree to requests than we realize, frequently agreeing to do things they would rather not do, such as taking on burdensome, low-promotability work tasks. As a manager, what can you do to ensure that your employees aren’t taking things on because they feel like they have to, but because they actually want to?
Lolly Daskal
MAY 22, 2024
As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand the significant impact that professional relationships can have on an individual’s career success. While skills and expertise are undoubtedly essential, the connections you build and nurture throughout your professional journey play an equally crucial role.
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Harvard Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
Creators aren’t just changing marketing. They’re transforming product development, too. Creators can drive demand for specialized products, accelerating product life cycles and even changing what customers actually value. Companies that recognize the power of creators can choose from four strategies, including partnering with creators or acting as suppliers.
Leadership Freak
MAY 22, 2024
Status is more than the way others see you. It governs the way you see the world. It’s a lens you use to see yourself. Loss of standing assaults your confidence. You wonder who you are. Find answers to the deceptions of status on this post.
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
Harvard Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
Leadership coach and author Melanie Parish takes questions from listeners who are struggling to manage tough teams and offers advice on how to mitigate common tensions.
Thought Leaders LLC
MAY 22, 2024
Some leaders are uncomfortable providing feedback to their team members. Follow this feedback model to make giving feedback easier. If we want people to improve, we have to give them feedback. Giving feedback can be really difficult because we feel like we might hurt someone’s feelings. We tend to shy away from uncomfortable conversations. We don’t want to tell somebody who we really like and respect that they’re falling short in some regard.
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Alison Green
MAY 22, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I work with a group of people who are public-facing in a building (retail/public service type environment) and we rotate people on different desks on a set schedule throughout the day. I have a few coworkers who are sensitive to fragrances, and our policy was recently updated to be a “fragrance-reasonable” workplace.
Chief Outsiders
MAY 22, 2024
Customers love feeling known and appreciated by the companies and brands that have earned their business and loyalty. In today’s marketing environment, forging that bond is more important than ever before. When companies miss the mark on personalizing their offerings, this incredibly important value proposition becomes muted.
Alison Green
MAY 22, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: My company recently updated our bereavement policy. While reviewing it in our company-wide staff meeting, a staff member asked if a miscarriage would qualify and the immediate answer was “no.” No room for discussion. The temperature of the room immediately dropped; it was so uncomfortable.
Tanveer Nasser
MAY 22, 2024
The arrival of Spring often brings to mind the idea of renewal and new beginnings. And it’s not surprising when we see trees waking from their winter slumber to transform their spindly branches into luscious clouds of green foliage. Or when we see spring flowers like tulips emerge from the.
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.
Alison Green
MAY 22, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: My company is starting a massive and complex two-year project. We advertised but after interviews we haven’t found a suitable candidate for the position that’s probably most critical. Rather than advertise again given the urgency, we’ve tapping our networks for candidates to interview.
Chris LoCutro
MAY 22, 2024
Ever wonder what really keeps a small business running smoothly? It’s not just about selling products or services—it’s about how you guide your team. In this blog, we’ll break down the three crucial roles you’ll play in your business: leading , coaching , and mentoring. Whether you’re steering the ship, tuning up your team’s skills, or passing on your wisdom, understanding these roles can turbocharge your business’s journey to success.
Harvard Business Review
MAY 22, 2024
Start with trust and end with speed.
Niagara Institute
MAY 22, 2024
Virginia Satir was an influential American psychotherapist, known for her significant contributions to family therapy and the development of experiential therapy.
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.
Help Scout Leadership
MAY 22, 2024
Customer-obsessed businesses grow faster and retain more customers. Check out this article for actionable steps to build a more customer-centric organization.
BetterUp
MAY 22, 2024
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