Sat.Jul 15, 2023 - Fri.Jul 21, 2023

article thumbnail

6 Benefits of Delegation (+ Why Most Leaders Under-Delegate)

David Grossman

There are endless reasons leaders don’t tend to regularly delegate tasks. “I’m not sure any of my team members are ready or prepared to do this work.” “It will take longer to explain how to do this than to just do it myself.” “I’m not sure anyone on my team can do this work as well as I can.” “I don’t want to overburden my staff.” “When I have more time, I can teach team members how to do this.

Benefits 287
article thumbnail

Empowering Team Autonomy: Cultivating Self-Organizing Teams

Management30 Agile and Lean Principles

In a world filled with rapid change and uncertainty, traditional approaches to teamwork and leadership often fall short. That is where the power of self-organizing teams comes into play. Imagine a dynamic group of individuals working together, not bound by rigid hierarchies, but driven by autonomy, creativity, and a shared sense of purpose. These teams have the ability to adapt swiftly, innovate fearlessly, and thrive amidst the chaos of our VUCA world.

Manager 246
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

How the Power of Focus Protects You

Leadership Freak

Senbere Teferi was the clear winner of the 2023 Peachtree Road Race. Just yards from the finish line she focused on the wrong thing and ran off course. You go where you look.

246
246
article thumbnail

You Might Hit Two

Chief Outsiders

This post is briefer than my usual, with two quick topics vs. one longer theme. 1. Aim “There’s this thing in quail hunting… if a dozen jump and you shoot at the flock, you don’t hit [diddly squat]." “But if you pick a quail, you might hit two.

Marketing 245
article thumbnail

The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

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

article thumbnail

The Top 10 Leadership Habits to Avoid at All Cost

Lolly Daskal

Effective leadership requires a combination of skills, knowledge, and qualities that help to inspire, motivate, and guide a others towards a shared goal. However, even the most talented leaders can fall into bad habits that can hinder their success and impact their team in a negative way. Here are the top ten leadership habits to avoid at all costs: Blaming people: One of the worst leadership habits is to constantly blame others for mistakes or failures.

Inclusion 245
article thumbnail

9 Reality Rules You Need to Know

Michael McKinney

L IFE IS HARD at times for everyone. And we all make mistakes. Sometimes stuff happens, and it hurts. There are, without a doubt, a lot of things going on around us that can easily take you off-track. It’s easy to get frustrated, cynical, and angry. Reality can be hard to process. But a few grounding rules will help us prosper in spite of it. Performance strategist John Alston and Emmy Award-winning director-producer Lloyd Thaxton present nine uplifting and inspirational Reality Rules for dealin

Travel 215

More Trending

article thumbnail

Winter is Coming: How Economically Healthy Are You?

Chief Outsiders

If you are a fan of the hit show “Game of Thrones,” you’ll appreciate where I’m coming from: The ominous pronouncement, "Winter is Coming," always managed to capture my attention since I could see through the fictional seasonal meaning it foretold and apply it to events in everyday life. The first time I heard those words, I couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding.

Manager 237
article thumbnail

The One Simple Question That Makes a Big Difference for Leaders

Lolly Daskal

As an executive leadership coach, I have been using a daily ritual with my clients for many years that has been effective in improving their leadership skills. This is something I have personally been doing for a long time and it has had a significant impact on my personal and professional journey. The ritual is simple: before any coaching meeting, intake call, social gathering, or personal interaction, I ask myself “ How can I leave this person or situation better than I found it?

Benefits 241
article thumbnail

Leading Thoughts for July 20, 2023

Michael McKinney

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. Siimon Reynolds on how vagueness leads to failure: “The average person has no clear purpose, and that’s why people end up average. It’s not unusual to see people working 12 hours a day and still not getting anything substantial done.

165
165
article thumbnail

A Simple Approach to Relationship Building

Leadership Freak

Relationship building feels like a pain in the butt when your schedule is packed with deadlines. But a healthy relationship makes life better. A simple approach to relationship building: #1.

article thumbnail

Future of HR: Navigating Transformation in the Digital Age

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.

article thumbnail

Selling From Your Comfort Zone | Stacey Hall

Peter Winick

Monetizing the wisdom in your thought leadership book An interview with Stacey Hall about her new book, creating alignment with your core values, and marketing derivatives of the book. Ever heard, “To be successful, you have to get out of your comfort zone!” But if your “comfort zone” aligns with your core values, what then? Can you find an alignment between those values and marketing that will allow you to stay in your comfort zone and find success?

Sales 130
article thumbnail

Authentic Leaders Do These 4 Things Well

Lolly Daskal

Authentic leaders are a rare and valuable commodity in the business world. They are genuine, transparent, and consistent, and they have the ability to inspire and motivate others to be their best selves. But what sets authentic leaders apart from the rest? What qualities and characteristics do they possess that allow them to be so effective? Here are four things that authentic leaders do well: Honor their commitments: Authentic leaders understand the importance of keeping their word and followin

article thumbnail

Afraid of Public Speaking? You Should Be

Michael McKinney

R ECEIVED WISDOM is that public speaking is one of people’s greatest fears. But the Chapman University Survey of American Fears (yes, that’s a thing) — the gold standard for fear assessment — doesn’t seem to agree. In the 2020–2021 findings, public speaking is fear #54 on the list, scoring lower than another pandemic (#6), identity theft (#21), and even sharks (#51).

Energy 165
article thumbnail

Books I’m Reading: Poetry, Wisdom, and Biography

Leadership Freak

Books fuel your soul. Pour in so you can pour out. The more you pour in – the more you can pour out. An empty cup can’t contribute.

238
238
article thumbnail

4 HR Priorities for 2025 to Supercharge Your Employee Experience

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.

article thumbnail

How to Redefine “Success” for Yourself

Michael Hyatt

At Full Focus we believe each of us has the power to define what success means on our own terms. And today, we're going to discuss how you can reevaluate and redefine success for yourself. The Problem with Achievement-Focused Success We live in a world that often equates success with wealth, status, and tangible achievements. […] The post How to Redefine “Success” for Yourself appeared first on Full Focus.

130
130
article thumbnail

10 Things Leaders Should Stop Doing Immediately

Lolly Daskal

As a leadership coach, I often work with clients who are struggling to effectively lead their teams. While every situation is unique, there are certain habits and behaviors that I consistently see getting in the way of effective leadership. Here are 10 things that leaders should stop doing immediately in order to become more effective: Stop not setting goals: Clearly defined goals help to focus effort and provide a sense of purpose and direction.

article thumbnail

How AI Can Augment Thought Leadership | Stephanie Grayson

Peter Winick

Finding the right place for AI in marketing and thought leadership. An interview with Stephanie Grayson about getting good ideas in front of the right audience and how AI can help. AI is a powerful tool that is growing at an astonishing rate, but can thought leaders trust the technology? Or should a human be keeping an eye on the process – and importantly, the output?

Sales 130
article thumbnail

The #1 Self-Defeating Behavior That Brings Leaders Down

Leadership Freak

The faster you stop holding yourself back the more your life will matter to others. Other people aren’t your biggest challenge. You are. See if you do some of the self-defeating behaviors I’ve held dear.

article thumbnail

How to Make The Best Benefits Decisions for 2025's Workforce: An HR and Total Rewards Guide

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

article thumbnail

45 Awesome One on One Questions to Ask Remote Employees to Better Lead & Motivate them

Get Lighthouse

Supporting remote employees is different, and in some ways harder, than employees in the office. But the right questions during your 1 on 1s can go a long way to helping them thrive. Read on to learn specifically crafted questions to ask remote employees on your team. Remote management is the same as managing people in an office with you, right? Not quite.

Manager 101
article thumbnail

How Empathy is The Foundation of Strong Leadership

Lolly Daskal

As a leader, it’s important to not only have a clear vision and strategy for your organization, but also to be able to connect with and understand your team members on a deeper level. Empathy is the foundation of strong leadership and can be demonstrated in two ways: cognitive empathy, or asking yourself “If I were in their position, what would I be thinking right now?

Inclusion 161
article thumbnail

Top Podcasts from Thinkers360 Thought Leaders (1H’23)

Peter Winick

Source: Top Podcasts from Thinkers360 Thought Leaders (1H’23) Thinkers360 searched their Thinkers360 expert marketplace to pick out the top podcasts on business, technology and sustainability from Thinkers360 member thought leaders. Here’s their picks (listed in alphabetical order) with direct links to the podcasts as well as to the author’s thought leadership profiles and portfolios on Thinkers360!

130
130
article thumbnail

ChatGPT Has Arrived. What’s a Manager to Do?

Kellogg Insight

4 tips for leading a team in an age of generative AI.

Manager 98
article thumbnail

The Diversity Reckoning: Can HR Survive Without New Perspectives?

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.

article thumbnail

We Asked, You Answered: What Are Your Recommended Summer Reads?

Association Now Leadership

From fiction to business topics, association professionals are reading a little bit of everything this summer. Read on for some book recommendations from your colleagues. Looking for something to read on the beach or lake, in the backyard, or even on a plane this summer? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered. Whether you like fiction or something more directly related to your work, here are some recommendations from fellow readers.

article thumbnail

How To Write an Effective Recruiter Job Description: The Ultimate Guide

AIHR

If you’re looking to hire a recruiter for your HR team, you may be wondering what to include in the recruiter job description. Writing a targeted and effective job posting is an important step when recruiting for any position, but it’s especially essential when hiring recruiters. A strong and comprehensive job description can help you attract qualified candidates with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in this vital role.

article thumbnail

Do you need to be in the room or in the zoom to create value?

Peter Winick

Transcript Hi there, 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: Do you need to be in the room or, more likely these days, in the zoom, in order for your ideas to be shared, in order for your clients to receive value, in order for you to get paid?

Revenue 100
article thumbnail

Harnessing the Power of Think, Plan, Do® Rhythms for Accelerated Growth

Rhythm Systems Growth

Harnessing the Power of Think, Plan, Do® Rhythms for Accelerated Growth In the dynamic world of business, growth is a double-edged sword. While it brings opportunities and prosperity, it also introduces complexity that can be challenging to manage. As a company expands, it becomes increasingly difficult to maintain alignment, drive execution, and sustain growth.

Manager 98
article thumbnail

Miss One Change, Face Major Risk: The New Compliance Crisis In HR And How To Fix It

Speaker: Ann Meyers Piccirillo

From rapidly changing state-level labor laws and evolving workplace protections to new compliance expectations around pay equity and hybrid policies, HR teams are navigating a constant wave of regulatory updates. It’s not just about reacting anymore; it’s about anticipating risk, aligning stakeholders, and taking a smarter, proactive stance. In this session, we’ll cut through the noise and help you focus on what matters.

article thumbnail

Help Your Board Embrace Innovation

Association Now Leadership

A commitment to innovation needs to start at the top of your organization. For CEOs, that means getting their boards comfortable with innovation and explaining to them how doing so will ultimately benefit the organization for the long term. Innovation isn’t easy, but it’s necessary to build a strong, effective organization. And sometimes just as complex is getting a board to commit to changes that may shift the way an association looks, acts, or operates.

article thumbnail

Give Helpful Interview Feedback With These 8 Examples & 11 Phrases

AIHR

Interview feedback is a powerful tool for candidates and employers. When you offer constructive feedback, talent is 4 times more likely to consider your company for a future opportunity. Valuable insights into a candidate’s performance, strengths, and areas for improvement allow them to reflect, grow, and refine their interview skills. For employers, interview feedback helps make the right hiring decisions.

article thumbnail

A book is not a business model!

Peter Winick

Transcript Hi there, it’s Peter Winick. I’m the founder and CEO at Thought Leadership Leverage, and here’s the thought that I’d like to share with you today, and that’s this: a book is not a business model. Where does this come from? Well, this comes from my conversations that I have basically on a daily basis with a wide variety of authors, speakers, thought leaders, consulting firms, academics, etc.

Scaling 100
article thumbnail

Mastering OKRs: How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Set and Achieve Better Objectives and Key Results

Rhythm Systems Growth

Implementing Rhythm Systems Software using artificial intelligence (AI) can be a game-changer for organizations looking to track, rate, and manage their objectives and key results (OKRs).

article thumbnail

Recognition Powers High-Performance — If You Do it Right

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.