Fri.Jul 05, 2024

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4 Important Phrases That Build a Culture of Collaboration

Lolly Daskal

Fostering a collaborative culture is essential in today’s interconnected workplace. A study by Queens University of Charlotte found that nearly 75% of employers rate teamwork and collaboration as ‘very important’ Yet, creating such an environment extends beyond mere team activities; it’s rooted in communication. As an executive leadership coach, I have seen the power of language to create a cohesive and collaborative team atmosphere.

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What is the Gouge?

Michael McKinney

N AVY SEALs talk about the Gouge. But what is it? It’s not a thing but mental readiness—a preparedness that is based on some foundational beliefs. It is a place you bring yourself and others to mentally. It is defined by Admiral and former Navy SEAL Bob Harward in The Gouge! , as “the contract we all have with humanity, sharing the best of everyone for the collective well-being of all.

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Innovation Requires an Environment of Creative Risk

Kellogg Insight

If you really want to change paradigms, you must be willing to accept that there is no such thing as true innovation without risk.

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How Trade Associations Stay Optimistic

Association Now Leadership

Despite plenty of uncertainty, a new survey says trade-group execs remain positive, thanks to efforts to move beyond advocacy. These might be complicated times domestically and globally, but trade associations feel like they’re well-equipped to handle them. The 2024 Trade Association Executive Survey, released last month and produced by Potomac Core Association Consulting with Edge Research and Vetted Solutions, found that a majority of trade-association CEOs (57 percent) rate their organization

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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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open thread – July 5, 2024

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s 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, please do not repost it here, as it may be in my queue to answer.

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How to Start a Book Club at Work: Key Steps You Should Take + Pitfalls to Avoid

Get Lighthouse

You know that thing you’ve been putting off for a long time, but you know is important? No, not the cover on your TPS report. It’s investing in the growth of your team. It’s so easy to get busy in the day to day of your work and forget about the long term growth and development of your team. Yes, learning by experience can help in some cases, but it’s a good idea to supplement that with other forms of learning.

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Reskilling and Upskilling: the Art of Training Employees to Meet Changing Demands

Sweet Process

Last Updated on July 5, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo There is no doubt that the tech industry is facing many challenges. From the tech talent gap to job insecurity, those working in tech or considering a career in technology can justifiably feel confused and anxious about their career opportunities. At a time where jobs […] The post Reskilling and Upskilling: the Art of Training Employees to Meet Changing Demands appeared first on SweetProcess.

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How to Salvage a Useful Process That Isn’t Working Anymore

Harvard Business Review

It is a familiar story in health care and many other settings: the performance of an innovative process deteriorates over time. Instead of automatically discarding it, organizations should understand the causes. They may then decide to redesign and reimplement the process. Using the reimplementation of a surgical checklist at Singapore General Hospital as an example, this article explains how to conduct a reimplementation.