Harvard Business Review

JULY 17, 2024

Building a strong, flexible “digital core” that integrates cloud, data, and AI technologies to serve as an interconnected foundation for your company is the key to future growth. It is your means of supporting the current business drive toward efficiency and effectiveness, while remaining flexible enough to respond to the new needs of the organization and quickly adopt and scale the latest technology innovations.

Revenue 136

Revenue Scaling 136

Lolly Daskal

JULY 16, 2024

Leadership is a powerful tool that can either cultivate an inspired and energetic workplace or flatten an organization’s morale. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen how certain leadership behaviors can systematically undermine team motivation. A Harvard Business Review study reinforces this, revealing that 58% of employees would trust a stranger more than their own boss.

Leadership Development 131

Leadership Development Manager 131

Kellogg Insight

JULY 15, 2024

What will we pay for the next groundbreaking drug? In episode 4 of our 5-episode series, “Insight Unpacked: American Healthcare and Its Web of Misaligned Incentives,” we explore the trade-off at the heart of pharmaceutical innovation.

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Alison Green

JULY 22, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: My company just introduced a new company-wide policy that you cannot wear an underwire bra due to setting off an alarm on a metal detector in the entrance of the building. Is this illegal in California? It’s legal. It’s actually been litigated in multiple states (and, as far as I know, upheld each time).

Manager 119

Manager 119

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

Learn how leading companies leverage AI to transform the employee experience, at scale. We'll debunk myths and showcase practical tools to help you confidently integrate AI into your EX strategy. Learn to personalize experiences, automate tasks, and streamline processes for a holistic approach. Leave energized and ready to champion AI as the key to a thriving workforce.

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UVA Darden

JULY 22, 2024

AI Is Powerful But Is It Fair? This New Approach Levels the Playing Field. fosterl Mon, 07/22/2024 - 10:21 Image 22 July 2024 Operations & Technology Digital Transformation Seb Murray Generative AI is transforming businesses, offering unprecedented efficiency and productivity gains. This technology automates repetitive tasks, streamlines processes, and analyzes vast amounts of data faster than ever before.

Business Administration 116

Business Administration Digital Transformation Administration Operations 116

AIHR

JULY 22, 2024

Employee relations metrics measure employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention, as well as overall workplace culture. Companies that prioritize employee relations and create supportive work environments generally see better results in all aspects. For example, Google and Facebook are known for their strong focus on employee satisfaction, which leads to higher productivity and better business outcomes.

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Employee Relations Metrics Employee Engagement Retention 115

Lolly Daskal

JULY 5, 2024

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.

Leadership Development 133

Leadership Development 133

Sweet Process

JULY 16, 2024

Last Updated on July 16, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Start your free 14-day trial of SweetProcess No credit card needed. Cancel anytime. Click Here To Try it for Free. The State of Digital Maturity report found that 51% of workers report spending at least two hours daily on repetitive tasks. Even more alarming, the […] The post Workflow Automation: Definition, Benefits, and Examples appeared first on SweetProcess.

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Workflows Benefits 116

Association Now Leadership

JULY 5, 2024

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

Revenue 115

Revenue Education 115

Alison Green

JULY 29, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Welcome to Mortification Week , where we’ll be talking all week about how we’ve mortified ourselves at work. To start us off, here are 15 stories people have shared here (or submitted via email) about work moments they now cringe over. 1. The unexpected video call During the pandemic, when we were all just learning how to really work from home, I, a woman, had logged on earlier than usual to check something, got distracted fin

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Engineering Manager Retention 111

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

Performance Management

AIHR

JULY 2, 2024

The ADDIE vs. SAM debate has been going on since 2012 when Dr. Michael Allen introduced a strong competitor to the ADDIE model in the form of SAM. Although these are not the only learning models available, they remain two of the most popular. But as a Learning & Development professional, how do you know which e-learning model is right for your organization and its employees?

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Metrics Implementation ROI Compliance 116

Harvard Business Review

JULY 23, 2024

The risks of U.S. commercial banks being overexposed to commercial real estate (CRE) have intensified as the global pandemic upended long-held economic assumptions of perpetually subdued inflation, low interest rates, and in-office work. An analysis from The Conference Board suggests that in the next two years, more than $1 trillion in CRE loans will come due, and an increasing number of banks, mostly regional and community banks, risk having insufficient capital cushions.

Real Estate 136

Real Estate Banking Marketing Manager 136

Lolly Daskal

JULY 29, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I have seen firsthand how communication plays a significant role in how people perceive and respect you. Many of my clients are unaware that they are being rude. It’s only through coaching that they gain the insight needed to recognize and address this issue. Often, the culprit behind unintentional rudeness is the use of common phrases. that have become so ingrained in our daily conversations that we rarely stop to consider their impact.

Employee Engagement 127

Employee Engagement Leadership Development 127

Sweet Process

JULY 16, 2024

Last Updated on July 16, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Start your free 14-day trial of SweetProcess No credit card needed. Cancel anytime. Click Here To Try it for Free. You just hired new employees, but a few weeks in, they are still struggling to navigate their daily responsibilities or where to find essential resources. […] The post How to Create an Onboarding Checklist for New Hires [+Templates] appeared first on SweetProcess.

Onboarding 111

Onboarding 111

Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, understanding SBO is critical. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in upskilling. You'll leave with a comprehensive understanding of Skills-Based Organization (SBO), tailored insights into your organization's current capabilities, and a toolkit of effective strategies.

Thought Leaders LLC

JULY 1, 2024

Adaptability can propel your career with confidence and resilience by helping you learn how to be comfortable in changing environments and pivot quickly. Today’s guest post is b y Paul Bramson, CEO — The Paul Bramson Companies Today’s job market is characterized by rapid technological advancements, globalization, and shifting market demands, leading to constant changes.

Assets 112

Assets Marketing 112

Alison Green

JULY 15, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Last week, we talked about strange customer complaints. Here are 25 funny stories you shared. 1. The Bigfoot artifacts I worked in a small history museum and got a complaint that we didn’t have any Bigfoot artifacts, like bones or fossils … from Bigfoot. 2. The bewitchment I used to work in sales for a pretty well-known IT company.

Banking 113

Banking Travel Deliverables Manager 113

AIHR

JULY 17, 2024

Conflict in the workplace is nothing new. In fact, according to research by SHRM , a third of U.S. employees believe incidences of workplace conflict will increase over the next 12 months. This suggests that HR’s role in conflict resolution won’t be over anytime soon. But what are the causes behind workplace conflict, what skills does HR need to handle such situations, and how can an HR professional resolve conflict practically to satisfy all involved parties?

Manager 111

Manager B2B B2C Operations 111

Harvard Business Review

JULY 22, 2024

Automation has historically impacted blue-collar jobs first, whereas white-collar jobs benefited. The wave of remote work brought on by the Covid-19 pandemic further empowered white-collar workers with more autonomy through remote work. However, generative AI is changing this narrative. Remote workers are now more susceptible to automation due to their tasks being digital and thus more easily automated, but also indicates large potential productivity benefits.

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Benefits Manager 135

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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Lolly Daskal

JULY 25, 2024

As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand the remarkable impact a future-oriented mindset can have on a leader’s success. This forward-thinking approach is not merely advantageous; it is an absolute necessity in today’s fast-paced business world. Here are the seven powerful advantages of fostering a future-oriented mindset in the workplace: Anticipating Change: Future-oriented leaders actively anticipate change and proactively prepare for it.

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Benefits Employee Engagement Risk Management Operations 126

Sweet Process

JULY 16, 2024

Last Updated on July 16, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Start your free 14-day trial of SweetProcess No credit card needed. Cancel anytime. Click Here To Try it for Free. Efficiency is key in any business. However, when you step into your office every morning, you’re immersed in routine activities: client meetings, email responses, product […] The post Business Process Improvement: Definition, Examples, and Methodologies appeared first on SweetProcess.

Process Improvement 111

Process Improvement 111

David Grossman

JULY 22, 2024

We’ve all been there. Lost in the grip of a great story, we fast forward to the next episode of our favorite show, repeatedly flip the pages of a gripping novel from a beloved author, or get swept away in the details of a friend’s dramatic event. This is the power of the art and craft of storytelling, a reliable force for capturing the hearts and minds of humans since the beginning of time.

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Alison Green

JULY 29, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s Mortification Week at Ask a Manager and all week long we’ll be revisiting ways we’ve mortified ourselves at work. Here are 15 more mortifying stories to enjoy. 1. The zipper Last year I had to give a very important presentation in front of very important customers, part of a week-long roadshow.

Accounts 109

Accounts Manager Travel Recruitment 109

Implementing new tools or business processes in your organization? Lemon Learning put together a practical 3 part guide to prevent the pitfalls of change management. Drive a successful change management project from diagnosis through to measurement.

Change Management

AIHR

JULY 1, 2024

Poaching employees (also known as employee poaching or talent poaching) is nothing new but remains a hotly debated hiring practice. And despite what its name may suggest, it’s perfectly legal. But what do HR professionals make of it? According to a Skynova survey of 600 full-time employees with staffing responsibilities, 71% think poaching employees is simply part of doing business.

Recruitment 110

Recruitment Compensation Benefits Retention 110

Harvard Business Review

JULY 12, 2024

Business leaders are expected to be strategic, and while organizational obstacles can prevent you from translating intent into strategic actions, so can your personal limitations and practices. It doesn’t have to be this way. Even when it feels like the odds are stacked against you, you have more choices than you may realize. Small decisions about where to focus and what to do throughout your day may feel inconsequential, but their impacts accumulate.

Manager 135

Manager 135

Lolly Daskal

JULY 11, 2024

In an age where artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, its influence on leadership development is undeniable. According to Deloitte Insights, around 47% of companies are exploring or integrating AI into their operations, with leadership development being a growing area of focus. AI offers unique tools and insights that can help emerging and established leaders unlock and maximize their leadership potential.

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Digital Transformation Leadership Development Strategic Planning Inclusion 128

Sweet Process

JULY 16, 2024

Last Updated on July 16, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Start your free 14-day trial of SweetProcess No credit card needed. Cancel anytime. Click Here To Try it for Free. Policies and procedures are too important not to be included in your organization. They tell everyone practically everything they should know about your business and […] The post How to Write Bank Policies and Procedures [Actionable Tips + Examples] appeared first on SweetProcess.

Banking 111

Banking 111

Speaker: Kjerstin Greene and Adri Glover

Feeling like you’re drowning in HR responsibilities? If you’re an HR professional with little or no additional support, or in a non-HR role juggling HR tasks with other responsibilities, you likely wear many hats – from recruitment and onboarding to benefits and employee engagement. This can be overwhelming, but Adri Glover and Kjerstin Greene are here to help!

Strategic Planning

Leadership Freak

JULY 25, 2024

Personal growth is the first practice of remarkable leaders. Show up as the person you aspire to become. What are you waiting for? Average leaders show up as their best selves.

Leadership Development 105

Leadership Development 105

Alison Green

JULY 9, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I work in retail currently, after decades of doing something else. I’ve been doing this for about a year, and I’m finally becoming comfortable in the role. We have a lot of regulars, and some of them are couples or families who always come in together as a group. I’ve noticed that every time these groups come in, there’s always just one person who interacts with me.

Government 111

Government Manager 111

Rhythm Systems Growth

JULY 24, 2024

In his upcoming book, The Journey to CEO Success: 7 Practices for High-Growth Leadership , our CEO Patrick Thean shares how critical it is for today’s CEOs and leaders to be curious. Curiosity is not just an engaging personal trait—it's a strategic imperative for CEOs who want to drive innovation, inspire their teams, and position their organizations for sustainable growth in a dynamic and evolving business environment.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 3, 2024

AI offers many ways to enhance a company’s overall internal capabilities and skills. AI can be used to infer skills from employee profiles and their activity. AI can be used to classify learning content and make it more applicable and accessible for the whole workforce, as well as making learning more personalized to each individual. AI can be used to summarize, recommend, and augment learning content.

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Speaker: Alex Seale, Kjerstin Greene, and Holly McIlwain

Feeling like your one-on-one meetings are just going through the motions? Unfortunately, a majority of 1:1s fall under the ineffective category. Nearly half of direct reports rate their 1:1s with their managers as suboptimal, according to Harvard Business Review research. This webinar will help you transform your weekly check-ins into powerful tools for building a thriving team.

Employee Engagement