15Five

JULY 23, 2019

“What?!”. We couldn’t believe what we were hearing. This officer wanted our team of mentor-Marines to patrol the route that held the record for greatest number of improvised explosive devices (IEDs) ever found in our area of operations. On foot. At night. With Afghan military partners we had just met, and who we didn’t fully trust yet. Our previous set of partners had attacked us, their own mentor team, inflicting 25 percent casualties.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 31, 2019

If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more, and become more, you are a leader. ~John Quincy Adams. Over the decades, many companies could not compete with global competition. Among the ones that did succeed, most could not sustain their position in the market. Leaders like Steve Jobs, Elon Musk, and Warren Buffet, with their vision, unshakable determination, and persistent hard work, led their respective companies to great heights.

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Tanveer Nasser

JULY 9, 2019

There's no question that leadership is hard work and requires a diverse tool kit of skills and abilities to do the job well. But are there actions and behaviours leaders are employing that are actually impeding their ability to succeed in their role? That's the focus of my conversation with this episode's guest, Scott Miller. Scott is the Executive Vice President of Business Development and Chief Marketing Officer for FranklinCovey, a global consulting and training leader in the areas of strateg

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Andrew Chen

JULY 25, 2019

Dear readers, The Serial Entrepreneur — investors want to back them, newbies want to learn from them, and people want to work on their teams. It turns out that, yes, being a repeat entrepreneur comes with big advantages, but there are difficulties too! And when you go through a tough experience like launching a new product, it’s often the case that you want a “do over” on many aspects.

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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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Nir Eyal

JULY 1, 2019

The post Stop Confusing Habits for Routines: What You Need To Know appeared first on Nir and Far.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 2, 2019

Teams, like individuals, can be stupid or smart. Stupid teams consists of smart people who engage in stupid behaviors. The 5 practices of smart teams: #1. Team members disagree with the team leader.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 5, 2019

A penny saved is a penny earned. – Benjamin Franklin. The idea of providing financial wellness benefits has always been a prime matter of concern for employers. Employees are worried about their money and roughly half are stressed about their finances and have said that their retirement plans will not be enough to support them after retirement. Consider the 401K plan, which is also a financial benefit existing way before than other benefits that organizations opt for.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 28, 2019

Motivation is a critical subject for leaders. I know this because every leader I talk to wants to better understand how to motivate their teams. If I could point you to a short book that would give you real research and real-life examples of how to do that, would you be interested? If you are, […]. The post Master Your Motivation appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Agile42

JULY 15, 2019

The Advanced Agile Team Coaching Course is the result of years of activity of the agile42 coaches with our clients around the world. This training is aimed at ScrumMasters, Team Coaches and others who want to take their skills, knowledge, and abilities for coaching and facilitating teams to a professional level beyond the basics. The program is run routinely for our larger clients, but in 2019 we also offer it in public classes in selected locations.

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Nir Eyal

JULY 8, 2019

The post Using Slack: How To Be Distraction Free Like It’s Builders appeared first on Nir and Far.

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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

JULY 10, 2019

The courage of leadership is seldom seen and never understood by those who choose safety over adventure. Real courage is a decision made without fanfare. Courageous leadership is the power to: #1.

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15Five

JULY 18, 2019

When a company and its leaders aspire towards a common goal, success isn’t merely achievable, it’s the natural result. Connecting ambition to purpose is how the impossible becomes attainable, especially in the workplace. Through the use of company Objectives and Key Results ( OKRs ), many leaders have successfully created high-performing teams who feel engaged and fulfilled at work.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 1, 2019

In our daily lives, the term management means any activity that is undertaken to keep things up and running. In the corporate world, the definition doesn’t change much. In the new era, the most important leadership skills for managers are going through a phase shift in 2019. To have well-oiled management, you must have all the pre-requisite leadership skills for managers.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 15, 2019

Music can make you cry, laugh, and dance. The right song can transport you to another place and time instantly. Songs can also inspire and inform us when we take the time to listen to the lyrics. That is my goal today – I’m taking five songs from my personal playlists that have leadership lessons […]. The post Five Songs with Leadership Lessons appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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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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Vanessa Van Edwards

JULY 19, 2019

Leadership training is crucial for any management role. Whether you have a large team or just got your first hire, leadership training can help you be the best possible leader. A strong foundation of leadership training will help you effectively direct your team towards success. This is a key part of reaching your goals. First, Continue reading "8 Skills All Leadership Trainings Should Teach Managers".

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Nir Eyal

JULY 17, 2019

The post 1 Thing You Need To Know To Save You From Your Email Inbox appeared first on Nir and Far.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 19, 2019

10 ways to spot toxic employees: Team members are afraid of toxic employees. Ask a toxic person what they’re getting done and they’ll tell you what they plan to get done.

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15Five

JULY 16, 2019

We’ve all heard the phrase “follow your heart,” and you’ve probably even shared advice to “go with your gut,” when helping a friend make a tough decision. These clichés are often used as colloquial terms for empowering others to trust themselves. Most of the choices we make in a day aren’t driven solely by logic. Problem-solving also involves emotional elements that can help us arrive at the right solutions.

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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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Vantage Circle

JULY 22, 2019

Steve Jobs had always been seen to wear a black turtleneck, jeans and sneakers. Barack Obama on most days wears dark formal wear. Director Christopher Nolan favours a blue shirt and blazer. The reason? To prevent decision fatigue. “ You’ll see I only wear grey or blue suits. I’m trying to pare down decisions. I don’t want to make decisions about what I’m eating or wearing.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 23, 2019

This week, I am continuing to answer the challenges that our viewers have given me – asking me to derive leadership lessons from everyday, random objects. And today is especially appropriate given that it’s summer: Check out the video below for four ways that we can connect a swimming pool and leaders! Tweet it out: […]. The post A Leadership Swimming Lesson – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Agile42

JULY 18, 2019

I will present during Day 1 of the eXperience Agile Conference on 30 September in Lisbon, Portugal. The title of my talk is Moving from Agile to Agility where I will cover the key issues that are leading the development of ORGANIC agility. The eXperience Agile Conference is an event that brings together great speakers, cutting-edge Agile practices and exciting learning opportunities for any domain or industry.

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Andrew Chen

JULY 25, 2019

Dear readers, The Serial Entrepreneur — investors want to back them, newbies want to learn from them, and people want to work on their teams. It turns out that, yes, being a repeat entrepreneur comes with big advantages, but there are difficulties too! And when you go through a tough experience like launching a new product, it’s often the case that you want a “do over” on many aspects.

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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

JULY 15, 2019

“People don’t want feedback, they want attention.” (Nine Lies About Work) Feedback is valid when assessment is accurate, and numbers are involved. Feedback about traits is arrogant because we don’t know people.

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15Five

JULY 25, 2019

At some point in our lives, we’ve all experienced what it feels like to be around someone who, for lack of better words, sucks the energy out of the room. Their negativity has an overpowering presence in even the best of environments. While this attitude can be hard to ignore, someone with magnetic positivity may be even harder to look past. Either way, our energy is what most affects the people around us, more so than the words we use.

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Vantage Circle

JULY 8, 2019

There is a lot of evidence that empowering employees is directly linked with increased productivity. Not only that job satisfaction and loyalty to the company are also improved. One thing is for sure, the success of your company is directly linked with the success of your employees. When your employees are successful, so is your company. So, let’s get down to basics, shall we?

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Kevin Eikenberry

JULY 29, 2019

When we think about success stories in business over the last twenty years, Google must be the list. Regardless of what you think of the tech giant, there is no doubt their organization has made a difference in the world. Ever wondered what they look for in a leader? What is expected of you if […]. The post What Google Learned About Leadership appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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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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BetterUp

JULY 16, 2019

We are thrilled to announce that BetterUp has been named a “Cool Vendor” in the Cool Vendors in Human Capital Management: Enhancing Employee Experience report by Gartner, Inc. Each year, Gartner selects vendors with innovations that have the potential to transform their markets. According to Gartner, “the Cool Vendors within this report draw attention to innovative employee engagement methods deployed via technology.

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LSA Global

JULY 30, 2019

Customer Feedback. Today’s businesses seem to be obsessed with gathering customer feedback as a way to create a culture of employee feedback. You can’t even go to the Post Office without being asked to fill in a survey. Generally, this kind of survey is ignored unless the customer is either absolutely delighted with the service or absolutely disgusted.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 22, 2019

What goes unnoticed gradually loses value. What gets noticed improves. 4 reasons leaders don’t notice good performance: Ignorance. Upper-level leaders don’t know what front-line employees and middle-managers are doing. Personality.

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15Five

JULY 2, 2019

Corporate offsite. Even typing the words makes me cringe. They’ve gained a reputation for being dry, forced, and inauthentic. A company retreat is not about transferring corporate bureaucracy to a different setting for a few days. Retreats are about transformation… Welcome back to the Best Self Management Podcast blog series! In episode one , we unpacked the journey that brought us to 15Five, and shared how we’ve created a highly engaged organizational culture and leadership team that empo

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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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