Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Seneca said, “Our lack of confidence is not the result of difficulty. The difficulty comes from the lack of confidence.” Things we instinctively avoid - discomfort, failure, risk, and difficulty – make us grow strong. Here are 21 ways to defeat weakness and grow strong.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Understanding the different types of employee engagement is essential for creating a workforce that’s not just content, but motivated and driven to excel. It’s about tapping into the deeper connections employees have with their work, which fuels productivity, innovation, and long-term loyalty. When companies truly grasp how engagement takes shape, they can better navigate challenges, seize growth opportunities, and build teams that thrive under any conditions.
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Lolly Daskal
OCTOBER 1, 2024
As organizations strive to cultivate the next generation of leaders, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in leadership development programs has become increasingly prominent. AI-powered tools and analytics offer a wealth of opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and personalization of these critical initiatives. As an executive coach, I’ve identified several ways AI can be leveraged to strengthen leadership development programs.
Alison Green
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. I’m off for a few days, so here’s an older post from the archives. This was originally published in 2020. A reader writes: I am part of the HR department at my workplace, and we hired “Andre” a few months ago as a part of our student group. He’s only 18, but he’s been a hard worker and always takes initiative around the office.
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
Scott Elbin
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Repeatedly answering the same questions or dealing with recurring requests can prevent you from tackling high-value strategic work. If this sounds familiar, you’re likely applying temporary fixes to broader, systemic problems. Take it from a recent coaching session I had with an executive, an attorney turned strategist, overwhelmed by daily interruptions from staff with “legal issues”—many of which weren’t legal issues at all or were minor enough not to warrant escalation
Alison Green
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. I’m off for a few days, so here’s an older post from the archives. This was originally published in 2019. A reader writes: I’ve worked at a medium sized tech company as a software engineer for the past two years now. Our city has an ordinance requiring all businesses to compost and recycle.
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Alison Green
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. I’m off for a few days. Here are some past letters that I’m making new again, rather than leaving them to wilt in the archives. 1. My coworker whispers a daily affirmation to me I work in a fairly open plan corporate setting. A new colleague joined another team about a month ago, and passes my station daily on his way to see his boss.
Refresh
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Great jobs make a real difference, and everyone—including disabled workers—should have the chance to prepare, land, and thrive… The post October Is National Disability Employment Awareness Month—Good Jobs for All first appeared on The Express Blog.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Researchers analyzed data from more than 1,000 customer-centricity transformation projects over the past 25 years. They found that only 15% of CEOs and sales teams have a customer-centric strategy. Most run their company or customer relationships based on a product-focused mindset, which puts the onus on finding a market to sell one’s products to, rather than orchestrating growth together with customers.
AIHR
OCTOBER 1, 2024
Workforce management metrics are critical for understanding and optimizing how businesses manage their employees, yet many struggle to use them effectively. This can hinder decision-making, as many companies (43%) only use ad-hoc reporting or none at all, limiting their ability to respond quickly to workforce changes. Real-time workforce management metrics that provide instant insights into productivity, engagement, and resource allocation can offer a competitive edge.
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.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This meditation exercise can help you face — and overcome — your fear of failure, says Harvard Business School Professor Arthur C. Brooks.
Michael McKinney
OCTOBER 1, 2024
H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 2024 curated just for you. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month. The Skills-Powered Organization : The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise by Ravin Jesuthasan and Tanuj Kapilashrami As the world navigates the rapid and disruptive effects of AI, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts, the world of work, too, needs to change.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 1, 2024
The SEC has an opportunity to increase transparency, efficiency, and fairness in the U.S. labor market.
Chris LoCutro
OCTOBER 1, 2024
In this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show, we tackle an issue that affects many leaders and businesses: conflict avoidance. While conflict is inevitable in any organization, avoiding it often leads to bigger problems down the line. We dive into why conflict avoidance occurs, how to recognize your tendencies, and the steps you can take to handle conflict in a healthy, productive way.
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.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 1, 2024
A conversation with Columbia Business School’s Michael Morris on cultural psychology.
Alison Green
OCTOBER 1, 2024
This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I’m the owner of a company. Our team is mighty, but tiny — only 10 people, three of whom are in leadership/senior positions. One employee firmly believes that since we spend most of our time at work, coworkers should function more like family than like, well, coworkers.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 1, 2024
After founding knownwell to support people in need of obesity care, Brooke Boyarsky Pratt must decide how to scale her company.
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