Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
“If I know everything about your external world, I can only predict 10% of your long-term happiness.” Shawn Achor Why the world stinks: Spending time with grandchildren is life’s great compensation.
High Scalability
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
With the enormous attack surface of cloud providers like AWS, Azure, and GCP, why aren't there more security problems? Data breaches and cyber attacks occur daily. How do you explain the unreasonable effectiveness of cloud security? Google has an ebook on their security approach; Microsoft has some web pages. Both are the equivalent of that person who is disgustingly healthy and you ask them how they do it and they say "I don't know.
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Vantage Circle
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
What is the first thing that comes to your mind when you hear the word Employee Recognition? or Rewards and recognition ideas? Corporate Gifts? Annual employee-of-the-year ceremonies? Performance awards? Well, implementing employee recognition at the workplace goes far beyond that. Employee Recognition is paramount in a workplace. When your employees are well recognized they feel empowered and motivated.
AIHR
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
Disparate human capital management (HCM) systems result in disjointed HR processes and fragmented employee information in files, spreadsheets and systems. When employee information is siloed in many different systems, it becomes difficult to access key information, generate reports, meet compliance obligations and ensure the accuracy of data. It also results in a lack of visibility and is an inefficient use of HR time and resources.
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
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 16, 2018
Many of the frustrations and pains you experience are caused by something stupid you said. Thoughtless words cause more trouble than they’re worth. But skillful leaders exercise verbal control.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Most all leaders will talk about the importance of the one-on-meeting; the chance to spend time with each of their team members individually. Few will do it regularly, and fewer still will get the full benefit from these meetings for themselves and their team members. The one-on-one meeting is valuable, whether you are leading a […]. The post The Power of the One-on-One Meeting appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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AIHR
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Last week I had the pleasure to interview Hannah Spell, co-author of Predicting Business Success , about the value of people analytics, different case studies, the use of advanced statistical analytics techniques, and tips for getting started with people analytics. The post AIHR LIVE – Episode 1 Interview with Hannah Spell appeared first on Analytics in HR.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
Attitude is a decision about the way you show up. You might not be able to control your environment, but attitude is a choice.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 16, 2018
Influence is a topic I have long been interested in for both personal and professional reasons. And since everyone is influencing and being influenced every day, I wonder why more people don’t share my keen interest. If you are (or would like to be) a student of influence, make Invisible Influence by Jonah Berger part of […]. The post Invisible Influence by Jonah Berger appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Feelings of being stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated plague too many of our workplaces says Laurie Sudbrink , author of the book, Leading With GRIT. So, drawing on her over 20 years of coaching a wide range of organizations, colleges and Fortune 500 companies, Sudbrink provides in her book a road map to improve individual and organizational health. That road map includes teaching readers the principles of GRIT : Generosity Respect Integrity Truth Laurie Sudbrink "It is not only the concepts of GR
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.
AIHR
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Organizational Network Analysis (ONA) is making waves in the HR space. What makes analytics experts excited about ONA? So Organizational Network Analysis or ONA is a subject that a lot of people in analytics teams are investigating at the moment. When I go to conferences and that question is asked, what are you looking at, ONA always comes in the top three.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
“You don’t become happy by pursuing happiness. You become happy by living a life that means something.” Harold S. Kushner Happiness is a by-product. Happy Leadership: #1. Elevate relationship-building.
Kevin Eikenberry
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
I recently recorded a podcast with Seth Godin, a really smart and prolific blogger, and in our conversation, I asked him about the discipline it takes him to write a blog post every single day. Before answering my question, he re-framed it for me, saying that he didn’t like to think of it in terms […]. The post Want To, Not Have To – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
High Scalability
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Wake up! It's HighScalability time: A swarm of 300 autonomous burner drones take flight like sparkle from a fairy godmother's wand. ( mnn ). Do you like this sort of Stuff? Please lend me your support on Patreon. It would mean a great deal to me. And if you know anyone looking for a simple book that uses lots of pictures and lots of examples to explain the cloud, then please recommend my new book: Explain the Cloud Like I'm 10.
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.
AIHR
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Recently my team embarked on a mission to make data more accessible and useful to everyone, creating free resources to utilise whilst studying, analyzing and interpreting data. The first resource we created was ‘Data Fallacies to Avoid’, an illustrated collection of mistakes people often make when analyzing data. 1. Cherry Picking. The practice of selecting results that fit your claim and excluding those that don’t.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Suppose a leader’s team chronically under-performs. How might you help? The beginning of transformation: Pain and frustration are opportunities for transformation. Success that breeds contentment destroys the future.
Agile42
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
We are happy to be at Agile People Sweden , a conference with a diverse set set of participants and speakers as possible: people from IT, Management, HR and other professions and people with different backgrounds from different parts of the world come to Stockholm between 23rd and 26th of October, 2018 to discuss ways of collaboration and interactions between people with different perspectives.
High Scalability
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
Who's Hiring? Twitch's commerce team in San Francisco is looking to hire senior developers to keep up with rapidly increasing demand for our Subscriptions and Payment platform. Engineers will be tasked with building new products and features to solve business and ecommerce challenges as we're dealing with engaging problems at a massive scale and will create solutions that impact millions of people around the world.
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
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 21, 2018
Here is a great message from the book, Stronger: Develop the Resilience You Need to Succeed : Listen to Others, Especially Before You Speak When we think of people who possess extraordinary interpersonal skill, we find they are good listeners. In even the briefest of encounters, they can make you feel important. According to author Denise Restauri, charismatic people are good listeners who make the conversation about the other person. they show genuine interest.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 18, 2018
Lousy leaders keep the peace by giving gravy assignments to psychos and crappy assignments to people with good attitudes. The dark side of enthusiasm is ending up with all the crap assignments.
LSA Global
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
Good Strategies Pay Dividends and Get Implemented Consistently. If you better communicate your strategy, your chances for success increase dramatically. Good strategies outline clear and compelling choices about what actions to take and where to play. Done right, your strategy should provide the underpinning for everything you do. Are You Investing in Strategy Communication?
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
ImageGap/Getty Images. You’ve left an important task undone for weeks. It’s hanging over you, causing daily anxiety. And yet instead of actually doing it, you do a hundred other tasks instead. Or you’ve been feeling guilty about not replying to an email, even though replying would only take 10 minutes. Or maybe the last time you needed stamps, you went to the post office to buy a single stamp because you couldn’t find the 100-pack you purchased a few months ago.
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
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
The book, Step Up , shows readers how to step up to the plate during six critical leadership moments. Readers learn how to: Use anger intelligently in the workplace. Recognize and deal with terminal politeness. Make decisions when no one else is making them. Take ownership when others are externalizing a problem. Identify and leverage pessimism. Inspire others to take action.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 15, 2018
My interest in humility springs from personal lack and the certainty that servant leadership requires it. Interest: All who aspire for servant leadership should make humility a supreme interest.
LSA Global
SEPTEMBER 17, 2018
Does Recognition Increase Employee Engagement? We wanted to understand the difference between recognition that increases employee engagement and recognition that does not. How many times have you heard the phrase “great job” directed at co-workers or even kids on the sports field? The intention, of course, is to help people feel good about what they are doing and to encourage the desired good behavior and effort you are looking for.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
HIDEKI KUWAJIMA/Getty Images. A friend recently returned to his parked car to find it had been sideswiped. Now, every time he calls the insurance company, he hears a message saying: “Can’t take your call right now. Leave a message. All calls will be returned by the end of the day.” So far, he’s called over a dozen times; his calls have been returned only twice.
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.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
If you've had a lapse in maintaining your New Year's resolutions for this year, it may be time to set a new goal for yourself. Here are seven tips for goal setting from two-time U.S. Olympian Alan Culpepper (from the November 2013 issue of Competitor magazine). Here are his seven tips for setting goals, whether are your workplace or away-from-work goals: Be clear and specific about what it is you are trying to accomplish.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
I’m doing something I’ve never done! This post is a transcribed comment from a Leadership Freak reader. Back in the mid 90s I worked at one of the larger Nuclear Power stations.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 19, 2018
New Book giveaway!! 20 complimentary copies available.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 20, 2018
Dear Dan, I am the eternal optimist. I live to be of value to others and somehow always want to do more.
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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