Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 5, 2023

When executing strategy, companies typically fall into one or more of three traps: 1) They let too many people weigh in; 2)They plan a lot of activity but do not specify concrete actions; and 3) They tend not to build in accountability into execution. The result is that. lot a good strategies never take off. This article offers pointers on how to avoid the three traps.

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Accounts 145

Lolly Daskal

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Charismatic leadership is often seen as the ideal leadership style. Charismatic leaders are confident, outgoing, and have the ability to inspire and motivate others. However, while charismatic leaders may have the ability to rally a team and achieve great things, there are also many disadvantages to this leadership style. Here are four reasons why charismatic leaders may not be as effective as we all think: Charismatic leaders may be more focused on their own goals and desires than those of the

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Accounts Leadership Development Manager 104

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 5, 2023

The authors’ economic analysis shows that generative AI’s impact will be different than previous generations of AI and machine learning and will drive new levels of productivity in creative occupations and tasks. They offer a targeted method for leaders to review and redesign workflows, and rewrite job descriptions, to unlock the new potential of generative AI.

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Workflows 138

Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Each year, after reading and reviewing dozens of new leadership books, I select my pick for the year's best new leadership book. For 2023, after reading nearly 40 leadership books, my pick for this year’s best new leadership book is When Everyone Leads. It’s a terrific book that captured my attention back in January when I wrote this on my blog: “It’s only January and the new book, When Everyone Leads , could likely be my pick for the best new leadership book of 2023.

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Nonprofit Leadership Development Diversity Manager 109

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

Benefits

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 5, 2023

When it comes to psychological safety, leaders want the best of both worlds: all voices heard and considered, failure acknowledged and learned from, and feedback offered clearly and received graciously. But they also want harmony, comfort, and a sense of equilibrium. While most leaders want to encourage people to speak their minds, their underlying (often unconscious) ambivalence about actually getting the truth can unwittingly lead them to a performative version of psychological safety.

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Leadership Development 141

Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Self-defeating behaviors are like tires with holes. It doesn't matter how many times you pump them up. Here are 3 self-defeating behaviors you can rise above today. What self-defeating behaviors do you see in yourself? In others?

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Leadership Development 108

BetterUp

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Discover the 30 best self-care gifts for mental health. Find out why long-term gifts are best for sustained care of yourself and others.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 5, 2023

For early-stage startups, sales and marketing are crucial for gathering customer feedback.

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Sales Sales Marketing Manager 120

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Stay interviews have become a key strategy for organizations in a world where talent retention is as crucial as talent acquisition. The proactive approach of these interviews aims to nurture a loyal and engaged workforce. Moreover, it is designed to understand what motivates and satisfies employees while identifying and addressing potential barriers that compel employees to leave.

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Retention Manager Benchmarking Implementation 73

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 5, 2023

A conversation with HBS professor Iavor Bojinov on what leaders need to know.

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Project Management Manager 120

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.

Diversity

Chris LoCutro

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Hello Folks! I’m thrilled to introduce the upcoming episode of our podcast, where we have the privilege of hosting Jeff Kirkham, a former Army special forces member, best-selling author , and serial entrepreneur. In this engaging conversation, we’ll explore Jeff’s incredible journey, covering leadership, mental health, and self-improvement.

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Media Government Manager Operations 59

Ascend

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Growing an email list and generating leads online is a solid business growth strategy, but can be painfully slow. Co-marketing is one of the most effective ways I've seen companies expedite the process. I've seen companies get 10,000 to 20,000 new followers using this type of strategic marketing campaign.

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Marketing 52

BetterUp

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Jump to section What is a stipend? Is a stipend the same as a salary? How do stipends work? Who receives stipends? Types of employee stipends Are stipends taxable? Why do companies offer stipends versus additional pay?

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Benefits 52

Niagara Institute

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Have you ever heard of Employee Appreciation Day? If you haven’t, this holiday is “celebrated” on the first Friday of March every year. Some employers will mark the day by gifting employees a free vacation day, extending their lunch break, or offering free pizza in the break room. While that may make employees feel good for a little while, a few slices of free pizza can only do so much.

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Manager 52

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.

Retention

Walk Me

DECEMBER 5, 2023

A knowledge sharing tool is software or an application that facilitates the dissemination of information and insights within a team. Picture it as a digital resource that archives and structures collective wisdom, making it accessible to current team members and invaluable for integrating recruits. These tools can range from wiki-style platforms to comprehensive project management systems.

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Onboarding Workflows Software Project Management 52

BetterUp

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Jump to section What are workplace skills?

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Help Scout Leadership

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Can AI tools help your team deliver better live chat customer experiences? In this post, we discuss the pros and cons of using AI for live chat and explore five of the best AI chat tools on the market today.

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Marketing 45