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How to Multiply the Power of Grit Before You Crash and Burn

Leadership Freak

I’d rather work with persistent leaders than quitters. But grit crashes and burns if it can’t change direction. Persistence in a bad thing multiplies disappointment. What if it’s better to quit?

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7 Prominent Leadership Trends For Companies in 2021

Vantage Circle

2020 has been a year of change. A change that nobody envisioned. The second quarter of 2020 had the business leaders strategize and implement new policies that can help the company sustain amidst the pandemic. Remote became a new normal with HR professionals making new work from home policies to provide a better work experience. It has further defined the leadership trends for 2021.

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Employee Utilization: A Guide for HR

AIHR

Any business needs to have a firm grasp on employee utilization within their organization to improve their profitability. However, it’s also crucial for HR professionals to understand this business metric to improve the hiring process, create a healthy work culture, and boost productivity. Keep reading for everything you need to know regarding employee utilization as part of HR to support and nurture your employees at work.

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How Do You Make the Important Decisions?

Kevin Eikenberry

Decisions are a part of adult life. Making decisions, sometimes critical ones, is a part of your role as a leader. We have made decisions all our lives. But that doesn’t mean we are good at, confident in, or prepared for the types of decisions we face as leaders. The fact is decision making is […]. The post How Do You Make the Important Decisions?

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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

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How Solutions Make Leaders Stupid

Leadership Freak

I was surprised to hear the co-founder of Netflix say, “Fall in love with the problem.” (Marc Randolph) I’ve been teaching leaders to fall in love with solution-finding. So, I did some investigating.

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8 Steps to Building a Successful Internal Communications Strategy

Vantage Circle

Building and managing a successful internal communications strategy can be a tall order for organizations, especially large enterprises with a widely distributed workforce. In this blog, we will cover the importance of building an internal communications strategy that drives business results, as well as the must-follow steps for implementing and managing a successful IC strategy.

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Dan Pontefract | Why The Most Successful Leaders Are Those Who Care

Tanveer Nasser

Over the many years I’ve been doing this leadership podcast, one of the common themes that comes up in any given episode is the fact that leadership is not about you; it’s about the people you lead. That’s why I’m delighted to speak with my friend (and fellow Canadian) Dan Pontefract about why the most successful leaders are those who care on this episode of "Leadership Biz Cafe".

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The 5 Worst Mistakes Leaders Make

Leadership Freak

You’re more likely to succeed if you stop doing stupid things.* The 5 worst mistakes you need to avoid #1. Passivity in the face of recurring frustration.

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Saying No with Love – Remarkable TV

Kevin Eikenberry

The difference between successful people and very successful people is that very successful people say no to almost everything. You’ve gotta keep control of your time, and you can’t unless you say no. You can’t let people set your agenda in life. – Warren Buffett Now who am I to argue with Warren Buffett? I […]. The post Saying No with Love – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Be The Leader You Want To Be

Eric Jacobsen Blog

“By focusing in specific ways on five key leadership elements— Purpose, Process, People, Presence, and Peace —you can increase your time, capacity, energy, and ultimately your leadership impact,” explains Amy Jen Su , author of the book, The Leader You Want To Be: Five Essential Principles for Bringing Out Your Best Self—Every Day. Su shares both Western management thinking and Eastern philosophy to provide a holistic yet hands-on approach to becoming a more effective leader with less stress and

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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.

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3 Tips For Introducing A Flexible Work Environment In A Post-COVID Era

15Five

After a year that forced most employees out of the office and into remote work, the COVID-19 vaccine is starting to circulate, and that means companies need to create a return-to-work strategy. This isn’t as easy as a simple all-staff email with a return date. While employees might miss the camaraderie of their work colleagues, they’ve also gotten used to a morning commute that ends in their living room.

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Dealing with Anger: 3 ways to Transform Negative Energy into Positive Action

Leadership Freak

Successful leaders know how to transform negative energy into positive action. You don’t care enough if you never feel irritation or frustration. The temptation of anger: Emotion controls action.

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What Social Media Doesn’t Teach You About Effective Communication

Kevin Eikenberry

We all communicate in a variety of ways every day. The fact is human beings are born to communicate. And the number of ways we can communicate has never been greater than today. In fact, some of our most prevalent communication mediums today didn’t exist twenty years ago. Unfortunately (though probably predictably), an abundance of […]. The post What Social Media Doesn’t Teach You About Effective Communication appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Management And Leadership Books To Read This Month

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Pictured above are two books to add to your list for reading this month. Let The Story Do The Work explains that at the heart of leadership lies persuasion. And at the heart of persuasion likes storytelling. In her book, author Esther K. Choy teaches you how to: Dispel any fears that you can't tell great stories. Connect with an audience by determining their point of view and speaking to their concerns.

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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.

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How To Help Employees Craft Their Dream Job At Your Organization

15Five

Think back to a time when you were doing your best work–when you were killing it and knew it. Can you recall what was motivating you? Chances are, it was something beyond a paycheck. Maybe you truly believed in the purpose of the project or were excited to try something completely new and push boundaries. The difference is between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation.

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Why the Warranty is Key to Loyalty | Accenture

Accenture: OrgDev

How to focus aftersales on the customer

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The Roles of an Employee Experience Manager

Vantage Circle

Our experiences mold our perception in anything we do. Be it professionally or personally. We learn from those experiences and improve ourselves. The same goes for the employees as well. Their day-to-day life in a workplace will reflect on what they think about their organization. From the time they join till the day they leave the company, employee experience becomes an ongoing process.

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The Lessons From 10 Entrepreneurs From Around The World

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Read the informative and inspirational, The Entrepreneur’s Faces , to follow the intriguing stories of 10 real entrepreneurs from around the world as they reveal their personal entrepreneurial journeys – overcoming pain and setbacks, all the while demonstrating tremendous vision, imagine and drive. This is a must-read book whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a current entrepreneur.

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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

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Leverage Influencers to Act Upon Employee Engagement Results

LSA Global

The Results The employee engagement results are in. What you do about them matters. Employees who see action after a survey are 12 times more likely to be engaged the following year compared to those that do not see follow-up. You need to act upon employee engagement results. Most surveys identify changes that are needed, but you know how hard behavioral change can be.

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Digitizing Isn’t the Same as Digital Transformation

Harvard Business Review

Lessons from three companies that changed how they create value.

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How to Stumble Toward Wisdom and Find Success

Leadership Freak

We stumble toward wisdom all our lives, but some die a fool’s death. Wisdom thrives regardless of circumstances. How to stumble toward wisdom: The influence of wise leaders helps us stumble toward wisdom.

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How To Achieve Fearless Innovation

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Alex Goryachev ’s latest book teaches you how to go beyond the buzzword of innovation to continuously drive growth, improve your bottom line and enact change. The book, published in January 2020, is, Fearless Innovation. It’s a down-to-earth guide that provides advice and actionable steps on how to: Get teams to embrace innovation beyond empty slogans.

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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.

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The Critical First Years Of Your Professional Life

Eric Jacobsen Blog

A lot has happened since 1997 when Robert L. Dilenschneider wrote, The Critical First Years of your Professional Life. That's why are few years ago he released a new edition of his best-seller. "The book contains all the lessons you'll need to learn about functioning at work," explains Dilenschneider. His lessons are based on his four decades of experience in the work world, along with research and dozens of interviews with business experts.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

Mid-February brought the visually-engaging, coffee-table-styled book, Fast Times: How Digital Winners Set Direction, Learn, and Adapt , written for senior executives who are frustrated by the slow pace and limited return on investment (ROI) of their digital transformation, and are unsure what’s holding them back. Fast Times is written by four authors, reflecting on their personal experiences leading dozens of top global digital companies across all sectors.

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Remote Workers Need Small Talk, Too

Harvard Business Review

Four ways to encourage casual conversations in a virtual setting.

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Crowdfunding Can Deliver More Than Just Money

Harvard Business Review

It’s an unparalleled opportunity to solicit input from your customers.

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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.

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Be More Realistic About the Time You Have

Harvard Business Review

Five strategies to help you stop overloading your workday.

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To Lead Better Under Stress, Understand Your Three Selves

Harvard Business Review

A framework to explore why you make the decisions you do — and how to make better ones.

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Building Trust into Telehealth

Harvard Business Review

Four recommendations to improve the (virtual) doctor-patient relationship.

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A Technology Partner Can Help Midsize Businesses Accelerate Digital Transformation - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM DELL TECHNOLOGIES AND INTEL®

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor content from Dell Technologies and Intel®

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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.