Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 8, 2017
In the U.S. 40% don’t get enough sleep. Sleep-time has decreased over one hour per night since 1942 in the U.S. Get enough sleep, if you’re serious about bringing your best.
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 11, 2017
Nir’s Note: This post is co-authored with and illustrated by Lakshmi Mani, a product designer working in San Francisco. You walk into your first yoga class. You’re a little insecure about your weight and how your yoga clothes cling to your body revealing every flaw. You’re nervous about making a fool of yourself. Your eyes instantly […].
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Andrew Chen
OCTOBER 17, 2017
Marketplaces are easily underestimated. When marketplaces get big, they can get really big. Some of the biggest tech successes ever – eBay, Airbnb, Alibaba, Uber – are marketplaces worth tens of billions of dollars each. And yet marketplaces often start small, in niches and weird corners of the Internet. As we all know, when eBay got started in 1995, it was focused on collectibles.
Brian Balfour
OCTOBER 13, 2017
This post is the HubSpot Sales case study that illustrates the concepts of the 4-Fits Framework, a 5 post series in which I explain the four frameworks you need to align to grow to a $100M+ company. Subscribe to receive the rest of the series. When I joined HubSpot in January 2014 the mission was clear. One, help build the foundation for a new $100M line of business.
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
15Five
OCTOBER 12, 2017
What’s the true culprit of all misunderstanding? Lack of good communication, how you communicate and how you receive feedback. Well meaning people who believe they have communicated their best intentions, often have the listener receive the feedback harshly. Here are some examples of where miscommunication might happen: 1) Coaching. 2) One-On-One Meetings. 3) Giving a Colleague Constructive Feedback. 4) Brainstorming Sessions. 5) Delegating Tasks. 6) Setting Work Expectations.
Tanveer Nasser
OCTOBER 10, 2017
There's a common saying shared often in our social media streams that you achieve success, we need to take a leap out of our comfort zone in order to access that space 'where the magic happens'. But is this really what we need to do to achieve success and personal fulfillment? That question serves as the starting point of my discussion on the true nature of comfort zones and learning how to grow our competencies with psychology and organizational behaviour professor Andy Molinsky.
OrgDev Digest brings together the best content for management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 11, 2017
Nir’s Note: This post is co-authored with and illustrated by Lakshmi Mani, a product designer working in San Francisco. You walk into your first yoga class. You’re a little insecure about your weight and how your yoga clothes cling to your body revealing every flaw. You’re nervous about making a fool of yourself. Your eyes instantly […] The post Confirmation Bias: Why You Make Terrible Life Choices appeared first on Nir and Far.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 2, 2017
It happens over and over. There is a call to cut the budget. Senior leadership says the future is unclear. The merger is complete and new leaders want to show cost savings. The private equity firm wants to make the P&L look a bit stronger. These things happen; for some they seem like an annual […]. The post Why Training is Always Pushed Down the Priority List appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
Mind Tools Problem Solving
OCTOBER 9, 2017
I rented a luxury car recently, so that I could travel in style to my eldest son’s wedding. I was delighted, primarily with the celebration, but also with the vehicle. The BMW 335d’s power was phenomenal and its technology was mind-blowing, to such an extent that there were times when I wasn’t sure who was driving – me or the car. This was particularly evident when I came to park for the first time.
15Five
OCTOBER 24, 2017
Woah! 2017 sure has been one for the books… Productivity shattering political debates, California wildfires leave thousands homeless, hurricanes ravage Houston, Puerto Rico, and Florida, and sexual harassment continues to rear its ugly head. Your workplace morale has probably been much, much higher. Proactive managers and company leaders stay aware of local and global events, and how their teams are feeling.
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 22, 2017
According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high-performing teams have the following characteristics: People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals. Team members are clear on how to work together and how to accomplish tasks.
Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 7, 2017
Hello Dan, Thanks for reading my email. I volunteered to help at an event where the industry leaders who ran it had been paid well. They spent the day socializing while another volunteer and myself did all the hard work.
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Technology is taking over our lives, especially in the workplace. What can we do to put technology in its place to finally get focused work done? Below are resources, tools, and articles for regaining focus in your digital life. These are tools I use myself but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Full disclosure […]. The post How to Regain Focus at Work by Slaying the Messaging Monster appeared first on Nir and Far.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 22, 2017
If you have watched a presentation, you have heard these things. But just because you’ve heard them, doesn’t mean you should say them! If you want to be more effective in giving your presentations, avoid these words. The post 8 Things Not to Say During a Presentation appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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.
LSA Global
OCTOBER 13, 2017
Do You Need to Jump Start a Stalled Strategy? You are not alone. IBM reports that less than 10% of strategies are effectively executed and our organizational alignment research finds that strategic clarity is 50% lower outside of the executive suite. As cute as the dog in the picture may be, he will go nowhere while upside down. And, similarly, even a perfectly crafted business strategy will be useless if it exists only on paper or in the board room.
15Five
OCTOBER 31, 2017
It’s annual performance review time! (Cue groans from every employee and manager in America.) Since our CEO recently published this piece about developing an alternative to annual employee performance evaluations, I thought it fitting to interview Col leen McCreary , a people ops thought leader who was one of the first to terminate the annual review process.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 5, 2017
If you're like many leaders, you're "too busy" to exercise on a regular basis. And, you don't give yourself time to renew and refresh. Truth is, there are ways to fit exercise and healthful habits into your busy day that will pay off in dividends. From Experience Life magazine, here are 10 tips for how to fit even just moments into your day (at work, on the road and at home) to help you become more healthful: Make a plan to exercise.
Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 6, 2017
One of your best team members took on a new challenge. Performance plummeted. Now what? #1. Expect the dip. New challenges make us novices again. Performance goes down when people navigate uncharted waters.
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
Nir Eyal
OCTOBER 4, 2017
Technology is taking over our lives, especially in the workplace. What can we do to put technology in its place to finally get focused work done? Below are resources, tools, and articles for regaining focus in your digital life. These are tools I use myself but is not meant to be an exhaustive list. Full disclosure […] The post How to Regain Focus at Work by Slaying the Messaging Monster appeared first on Nir and Far.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 9, 2017
Tough conversations. You know, the ones we need to have, but are concerned about. The ones that remind us of the similar conversations that didn’t go so well in the past. Popular books have been written about these types of conversations, and have changed what we call them. Now many call them crucial conversations or […]. The post Seven Questions to Ask Yourself Before You have a Difficult Conversation appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
LSA Global
OCTOBER 20, 2017
Actions to Take After Your Employee Engagement Survey. Good for you…you surveyed your workforce to check on their level of employee engagement. But you need to realize that asking the questions posed in the engagement survey is only the first step toward improving levels of employee advocacy, discretionary effort and retention. What Happens if You Do Not Follow Through on Your Survey Results?
15Five
OCTOBER 9, 2017
Company leaders, especially at burgeoning businesses, often take on several different roles. Regardless of what’s typed on their business card and what objectives they own in terms of a specific team, they may use diverse knowledge and skills to impact other aspects of the business. For example, I’m officially the Vice President of Customer Success, But I’ve also had the privilege of helping to shape our work culture from the ground up by creating many of the rituals that keep
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2017
To help you bring out the best in your team, you need to get close and understand their skills, abilities, and motivations. So, the authors of the book, Your First Leadership Job , recommend you hold getting-to-know-you conversations with each of your direct reports. Ask these open-ended questions. Let each team member know the purpose of the meeting in advance.
Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 11, 2017
“Short sleep equals a shorter life.”* The strong response to, “9 WAYS TO FALL BACK TO SLEEP WHEN YOU WAKE UP IN THE NIGHT,” motivated me to look more deeply into sleep.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 9, 2017
When confronting an abusive supervisor, employees often assume they have two choices: confrontation or avoidance. But our research , forthcoming in the Academy of Management Journal , suggests a third option: Targets of abuse can flip the script, shifting the balance of power in their favor when bosses make life miserable. As subordinates gain leverage over time, they can strategically influence supervisors to stop abuse and even motivate them to mend strained relationships.
Kevin Eikenberry
OCTOBER 23, 2017
There is a great deal of misconception about the nature and meaning of the two words in the title of this article. Both are forms of communication, both are relatively common words, and both start with the letter d. While Theasaurus.com does list the two words as synonyms, simply seeing them that way is part […]. The post The Difference Between Dialogue and Discussion appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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.
LSA Global
OCTOBER 31, 2017
Want to Build a Strong Culture of Employees with Super Powers? Do you have a clue about what genuinely engaged and aligned employees can do for your strategy, your culture and your brand? If not, listen up! The Two-Fold Impact of Highly Aligned and Engaged Employees. Employees who are passionate about what they do and the company they work for can have an enormous two-fold impact.
15Five
OCTOBER 26, 2017
We build software for human beings and that means people, not users. We believe great software should fade into the background, effortlessly supporting people in accomplishing what’s important to them and seamlessly integrated into the way they live their lives. That has been one of our staple design values since day one, and we continue to live those values every day.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2017
From John Blakey 's book, The Trusted Executive , here are these four tips from Jim Collins for how to be a humble leader : Demonstrate a compelling modesty, shunning public adulation and never be boastful. Act with quiet, calm determination and motivate others through inspired standards, not inspiring charisma. Channel ambition into the company, not the self, and set up successors for even more greatness in the next generation.
Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 23, 2017
Immature leaders nurse on the bottle of disappointment. Yes people have weaknesses and shortcoming. But you don’t bring out their best by sucking on the bottle of frustration.
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
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
279 
Let's personalize your content