Harvard Business Review

JULY 22, 2024

Most corporate women’s advancement programs center on teaching women a predefined slate of skills purported to give them more control over their careers. But by taking this approach, companies may be unintentionally communicating a culture of conformity by asking women to change who they are to succeed. This leaves many women, especially senior women, feeling stuck, because strong leaders need to have the ability to set expectations, not just fulfill them.

Diversity 141

Diversity Inclusion 141

Peter Winick

JULY 22, 2024

Turning Everyday Objects into Tools for Effective Leadership A conversation with Sean Stewart on how you can change your leadership perspective by learning to interpret everyday objects. In this engaging episode of Thought Leadership Leverage, host Bill Sherman converses with Sean Stewart, an executive coach, keynote speaker, and historical leadership expert at Past Forward Talks.

Leadership Development 164

Leadership Development Scaling Sales Education 164

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.

Benefits 115

Benefits Employee Engagement Risk Management Operations 115

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 120

Leadership Development 120

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

JULY 25, 2024

When idea pitches fail to resonate, it doesn’t always have to do with the merit of the idea, your presentation style, or charisma; the problem could stem from a deeper disengagement in your organization. To make pitches more appealing and increase the chances of ideas resonating, the author recommends engaging three main learning styles that may be in your audience: visual, auditory, and kinesthetic.

Manager 140

Manager 140

Peter Winick

JULY 25, 2024

Transcript It’s Peter Winick. I’m the founder and CEO at Thought Leadership Leverage, and here’s the idea that I’d like to share with you today, and that’s this: are you putting strategic mousetraps out into the world? What do I mean by this? What’s a strategic mousetrap? So, a strategic mousetrap, by my definition, is an example of your work, your ideas, your content, your models, your methods, your framework that is put out strategically.

Benefits 130

Benefits Marketing 130

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 117

Manager 117

Harvard Business Review

JULY 26, 2024

There are well-known tactics for persuading others, coauthor Robert Cialdini’s prominent among them. But when leaders need to prompt long-term behavioral change, these tactics need to be applied differently. Cialdini and his coauthor, a researcher of influence tactics, suggest three methods for delivering long-haul persuasion in a complex system that build on Cialdini’s earlier work: Offer compromises proactively, promote unity, and appoint a system steward.

Organizational Change 135

Organizational Change Change Management Manager 135

Leadership Freak

JULY 24, 2024

“When we are listened to, it creates us, makes us unfold and expand.” Brenda Ueland You might be a lousy listener if. #1. Listening feels easy. #2. Listening is about technique. #3. Solutions are top of mind. More. Click the link to expand your leadership influence.

Leadership Development 117

Leadership Development 117

Lolly Daskal

JULY 26, 2024

As a leadership coach, I’ve witnessed the incredible impact self-motivated employees can have on an organization’s success. Helping your team develop a strong sense of self-motivation is one of the most valuable investments you can make as a leader. Here are ten empowering strategies to cultivate self-motivation in your workplace: Embrace Failure as a Learning Opportunity: Encourage your employees to view failures as valuable lessons.

Implementation 112

Implementation Sales Sales Accounts 112

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

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

Harvard Business Review

JULY 22, 2024

Although it’s widely accepted that good leaders are good learners, a learning mentality can also have a darker side. If not carefully managed, it might lead to a perception of decreased effectiveness, less expertise, and lower efficiency. Your learning mentality should be the catalyst for your personal growth and development — not a reason for others to question your leadership.

Assets 136

Assets Manager Leadership Development 136

Alison Green

JULY 22, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Last week, we talked about napping at work and here are 10 of my favorite stories you shared. 1. The hideout I worked at a big box home improvement store for a few years, and we hired a couple young guys to work the lot. Bring back carts, help customers load heavier items or large orders, flag for the forklifts, etc.

Media 115

Media Hospitality Manager Accounts 115

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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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

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 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.

Benefits 143

Benefits Manager 143

Alison Green

JULY 24, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I just left my job. I had worked at the same small company for six years. Over the years, I have seen admin staff leave with little notice and staff who gave notice but did not actually work through it. My boss, Amanda, told me that she actually did not want them to work those two weeks, so she gave them the option to leave immediately.

Administration 112

Administration Manager 112

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.

Employee Relations 110

Employee Relations Metrics Employee Engagement Retention 110

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.

Scaling

Lolly Daskal

JULY 22, 2024

In order to achieve high levels of productivity and preserve a positive work environment, team engagement is essential. In order to create an atmosphere where employees feel inspired and invested in their work, leaders are essential. The following five tactics will help you increase employee engagement: Prioritize Open Communication: Clear and honest communication fosters clarity and trust.

Employee Engagement 96

Employee Engagement Accounts Leadership Development Manager 96

Harvard Business Review

JULY 25, 2024

Interviews and surveys of hundreds of women in the U.S. who recently returned to work after giving birth reveals four key support mechanism they value most: help navigating the HR infrastructure, creating spaces for key motherhood activities, having their identity as a worker validated, and having their identity as a mother validated. The research also explores why these four actions are particularly helpful, emphasizes that anyone can be a good ally, and recommends ways to better support non-bi

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Alison Green

JULY 21, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. My daughter has lost two jobs in one year My 44-year-old daughter has been fired from two different employment agencies in the last 12 months. The first time, the company did not give a reason. The second time, the company said budget cuts were the reason.

Manager 109

Manager 109

Leadership Freak

JULY 23, 2024

Feelings are based on perceptions. An imagined offense causes real resentment. Emotion produces action. Emotion based on an imagined violation results in destructive action. Stop solving problems that don't exist. Don’t trust your feelings. Do this instead.

Leadership Development 104

Leadership Development 104

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.

Benefits

BetterUp

JULY 23, 2024

So much potential power comes from holding a position of leadership. But when you switch to a new organization — or if you lose the title that gave you this power — you lose all of the positional power that came with your title.

Manager 98

Manager 98

Harvard Business Review

JULY 24, 2024

When companies appoint two people to share a leadership role, they typically invest time explaining and justifying the dual structure when it’s launched — but they neglect to continue the work of making people understand how the two leaders are working together. To be successful, co-leaders need an ongoing process to keep from settling into separate fiefdoms that destroy value in the business.

Succession Planning 133

Succession Planning 133

Alison Green

JULY 25, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I wanted to share a recent story that highlights why, when reviewing a job offer, it’s important to consider the benefits package in addition to the salary. I was recently offered a position that would be a huge step up for me. It only came with a modest salary increase, but I figured that was okay.

Benefits 108

Benefits Insurance Accounts Manager 108

Michael McKinney

JULY 25, 2024

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Greg Hoffman on inspiration: “Leaving inspiration to chance, where it just hits you in a random moment, is not a recipe for sustained success in the creative world. You have to go out and find it. While some may be born with a seeker’s mentality, others can learn to be more curious.

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Speaker: Hanh Nguyen

In today’s ever-changing world, HR professionals often find themselves juggling conflicting priorities - especially when external factors seem out of their control. As we traverse the unpredictable waters of the current political and economic landscape, we find ourselves at a crossroads. For HR leaders, understanding how these external forces shape our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts is crucial.

Inclusion

AIHR

JULY 24, 2024

To maintain a fair and transparent organizational culture , it’s important to understand when issuing an employee a written warning is appropriate. This is part of a fair employee warning notice process, which is vital to an equitable workplace. As an HR professional, you can develop a detailed written warning process. This should involve guiding management on how to write and when to issue employee warning letters and providing a written warning template managers can follow.

Compliance 98

Compliance Manager Sales Sales 98

Harvard Business Review

JULY 26, 2024

Despite working hard and meeting our goals, sometimes it’s not clear why we aren’t getting ahead at work. In the absence of strong feedback, we may begin to feel underappreciated or undervalued. While leaders and managers can help boost employee morale by bridging communication gaps around performance, it can be frustrating to wait for that change to happen.

Manager 129

Manager 129

Alison Green

JULY 23, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: A few years ago, I accepted a job as a director of strategy at a small agency. One of the perks of this job was that I would deal with clients less, because this company had client managers to do that, and wouldn’t have to do things like public speaking. To be clear: This wasn’t a promise, just the way the job was laid out, and I liked it as I have never been a big fan of formal corporate work.

Marketing 109

Marketing Manager 109

Michael McKinney

JULY 26, 2024

S OME of the biggest decisions we will make involve judgments about people—who to hire, who to marry, which friends to have, what job to take, or which business partner to take on. Good people judgment becomes a critical skill in all aspects of life. There are hundreds of ways to describe someone’s observable behavior. On the whole, these can be cumbersome and confusing.

Accounts 95

Accounts Manager 95

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