Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

It’s inevitable that every leader will encounter difficult conversations that will test their leadership. However, it’s important to remain calm in these situations in order to think clearly and respond responsibly. Here are ten ways to stay calm in difficult leadership conversations, so that you can handle any difficult situation with poise and professionalism: Take a deep breath: The power of deep breathing can’t be understated.

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Suzi McAlpine

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

I had a cool boss early on in my career called Carol. Carol was the ‘Queen of Wise One Liners’. She delivered these with penetrating wit, a minimum of sugar coating, at pace – and usually in between bites of an apple, which seemed to be her main sustenance during work hours. There were many… The post Feel Like Running Away? Then Do The Opposite. first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Behavior change is hard, but it’s a skill leaders who want to succeed amid near-constant organizational change need to develop. By increasing their self-awareness, committing to change, overcoming limiting thoughts, and deliberately practicing new behaviors, leaders raise the likelihood that the change initiatives they’re tasked to lead will be successful.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The benefits of starting thought leadership ASAP. An interview with Vaishali Dialani about her thought leadership journey and how starting earlier in her career has paid off. An investment in thought leadership – for yourself or your org – compounds over time. Starting earlier in your career will have a greater impact. So what’s stopping you from getting started?

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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

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Get Lighthouse

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

You have the chance to ask Bill Gates, the billionaire founder of Microsoft, one question. What would you ask? If you're a young man in Australia, you ask a deeply personal question: "How have you managed to succeed in a predominantly extroverted world and how can the education system, with its increasingly extroverted ideals, harness the positive features of the introverted personality?

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Average leaders get things done. Exceptional leaders build environments where others get things done. Average leaders fix. Exceptional leaders build. B.U.I.L.D.

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Leadership Development 132

Suzi McAlpine

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Leadership is full of half-truths and well-worn assumptions. This week, I explore five of the recurring myths about leadership I come across – and provide tips around what we, as leaders, can be doing (and thinking) instead. So, what are these common 5 myths? 1. I’m really approachable, so my team tell me the truth.… The post 5 leadership myths – and what you should believe instead. first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

The oldest and still the most powerful tactic for fostering critical thinking is the Socratic method, developed over 2,400 years ago by Socrates, one of the founders of Western philosophy. The Socratic method uses thought-provoking question-and-answer probing to promote learning. It focuses on generating more questions than answers, where the answers are not a stopping point but the beginning of further analysis.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

Using thought leadership to follow your passion. An interview with Owen Sammarone about moving from basketball coach to book influencer. The road to becoming a Thought Leader is never a straight one. So going from college basketball coach to book influencer might not seem that odd. Still, the map to get there is fascinating! Our guest today is Owen Sammarone the Founder and CEO of Unleash the Knowledge, LLC; an online, educational community of lifelong learners and avid readers helping authors

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UVA Darden

SEPTEMBER 14, 2023

3 Anti-Racism Tools All Employees Can Learn From Black Police Officers burtonc Thu, 09/14/2023 - 17:57 14 September 2023 Business, Ethics & Society Leadership & Management Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Social Impact Molly Mitchell “I made the decision to become a police officer because I was a victim of police brutality when I was 14. [I thought], ‘I’m going to try and stop those kinds of things from happening to anyone, regardless of who they were….

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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.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

There’s a name for people who are too stupid to know they are stupid. The Dunning–Kruger effect. You haven't learned anything unless you're a fool. Wisdom is always learning.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

It’s natural for a leader to want to see results from their team. After all, the success of any organization depends on achieving results. But while results are certainly important, great leaders know that it’s also crucial to reward effort and not just results. Here are a few reasons why: Encouraging effort can lead to better results: By rewarding effort, you encourage your team to put in their best effort, which can ultimately lead to better results.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

In a world with new cost pressures, hybrid work models, and ever-evolving employee expectations, HR transformation is more urgent now than ever. In response to the demand for HR to play a more strategic role, transformation can elevate HR from an administrative and task-oriented function to a strategic business partner that aligns talent management and workforce development with the company’s goals.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

As reliance on data and analytics continues to expand across industries from agriculture to manufacturing, health care to financial services, it stands to reason that the next generation of data leaders will have far-reaching roles that impact strategy, decision-making, operations, and countless other functions.

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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.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

What it takes to find success on both sides of an organization. An interview with Curtis Bateman about practicing what you preach and setting yourself up for a successful exit. There are few thought leaders who work behind the scenes to create, develop, and deploy programs while simultaneously being the face of the brand. What does it take to find success on both ends?

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UVA Darden

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Don’t Fly by the Seat of Your Pants: The Good Way to Deliver Bad News burtonc Wed, 09/06/2023 - 16:20 6 September 2023 Communication Leadership & Management Modern Global Leadership United Airlines had failed, and everyone knew it. The only question was how the firm would address the issue and whether the executives and managers could soften the blow.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Time and personal energy are the most important things you manage. Technically you can't manage time: you can only manage the way you use it. Personal energy is the most important thing you manage.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

When it comes to leadership, the terms manager and leader are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. A manager is responsible for maintaining the status quo and ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within budget. A leader, on the other hand, is focused on creating a vision and inspiring others to work towards a common goal.

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Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Embarking on a career in human resources opens opportunities for you to support employee growth and drive organizational success. And not only that. The demand for HR services and software continues to grow. By 2030, the market will grow at an impressive rate of 12.7% yearly. Whether you’re a student interested in HR or a professional looking to transition, this article will guide you with the information needed to be a successful human resource professional.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

It’s human nature to procrastinate — but it can be devastating for your future goals if you continually procrastinate on projects that are important but not urgent. In this article, the author offers five strategies to overcome procrastination on ambiguous but essential tasks: 1) Get clear on the vision. 2) Identify concrete steps. 3) Take (small) action. 4) Create forcing functions. 5) Limit competing distractions.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Creating and maintaining data governance policies. An interview with Lauren Maffeo about the importance of data governance and how it can be implemented. Data Governance may not sound exciting – but it’s critical! It covers your company produces, consumes, collects, and destroys data. So, with businesses generating and using more data than ever, why is this role so often forgotten?

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Nir Eyal

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

More times than I can count, I’ve slid under the bedsheets, turned off the light, and shut my eyes…only to have a great idea pop into my head. I’ll toss and turn for a while, hoping I’ll forget the thought. But if it’s a good one, I’ll turn on the light and, eyes bleary, scribble it down. The post When Do You Feel Most Creative? Why Ideas Bloom at Bedtime appeared first on Nir and Far.

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Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too

Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Raise the average of your friends and you raise the average of your life. Jim Rohn said, “You’re the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Change your friends change your life.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

As a leader, it’s important to inspire confidence and trust in your team. However, certain habits and behaviors can undermine our confidence and make us feel less capable and self-assured. Here are ten habits to give up in order to feel more confident as a leader: Comparing yourself to others: Comparison is often the thief of joy, and constantly comparing yourself to others can lead to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.

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Andrew Chen

SEPTEMBER 30, 2023

Dear readers, I was triggered to write this post because ChatGPT apologies way too much, takes too long to get into the meat of an answer, and I wanted to fix that. This came up because like many of you, I’ve been trying to incorporate ChatGPT into my workflows — both at my job, and also for writing, which I’ve posted about here. This post will have a mishmash of topics, but wanted to share my thoughts: Making responses from ChatGPT more punchy/helpful via custom instructions I

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Having a well-crafted purpose statement really matters. Not only does it represent the organization’s aspirations, it also sends signals to employees about what the company stands for. It is the vital first step on the road to actually embedding and activating an authentic purpose. Yet leaders often struggle to articulate an appropriate and inspiring purpose statement due to a lack of guidance concerning the focus, scope, and form of expression they should aim for.

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Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Getting a conference audience to stand up and pay attention. An interview with Kraig Kleeman about crafting custom live performances for events and connecting with C-Suite executives. All right thought leaders – be honest. Have you ever nodded off a little during a presentation? Now imagine a conference filled with rock and roll, choreographed numbers, and comedy.

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Association Now Leadership

SEPTEMBER 10, 2023

Like every younger generation, this one is testing tradition. But listening can spark new ideas for a healthier workplace. Recent research shows that Generation Z is starting to show some sway in how workplaces operate. The insurance group Zurich found that by 2025, Gen Z (those born roughly between the mid-90s and early 2010s) will account for 27 percent of the global workforce , and Edelman found that 93 percent of employees are influenced by their coworkers in their 20s.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Grasp the power of words and you find power to shape your future. Words are rudders. The things you say take you places. Today's challenge: Choose words that shape the future you aspire to create.

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Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Empathy is a crucial trait for any leader, especially those who want to succeed. Leaders who understand the perspectives and emotions of others and make decisions accordingly are more effective. They foster a positive and inclusive culture, build strong relationships with their team members, and are more likely to make better decisions. But there are certain things that empathetic leaders never do.

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Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

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