Help Scout Leadership

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With access to fewer resources and generally leaner teams, small businesses need to be more creative and tactful in their approach to customer service. That’s not to say they can’t provide a top-notch experience — they absolutely can. They just need to be a little more focused with their efforts. In this guide, we cover some common topics surrounding small business customer service and provide some insights gained from our years of working in support — as well as insights from small business lea

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Healthy anxiety rises to face challenge, opportunity, and threat. That tension in your gut means you care. But self-inflected anxiety causes leaders to… Struggle with decision-making. Flip flop after making decisions.

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Nir Eyal

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

The post The Real Reason Why You Sabotage Your Own Goals appeared first on Nir and Far.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Organizational development is a complex process. You need to understand its various stages and what to do in each to successfully navigate it. So what stages of organizational development are there and what do you do in each of them? Let’s dive in! Contents What is organizational development? What are the stages of organizational development? Applying the organizational development stages Want to delve in deeper?

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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

Help Scout Leadership

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

These days it’s easier than ever to outsource customer support, even for small teams that prioritize customer experience and quality. A new crop of companies that specialize in brand-forward customer experience outsourcing for small teams has emerged in the past five years. Gone are the days that outsourcing was only accessible to companies that have 25 or 50 seats to fill.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

“Any fool can criticize, condemn and complain – and most fools do.” Dale Carnegie Chronic complainers: Seek validation. Constant complaining is a plea for attention. Feel powerless.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

What makes people happy at work? What are their true wants and needs? Is employee happiness exaggerated? Is it true that people's lives improve in general when they are happy and perform well at work? In this podcast, Dr. Elia discusses all the above aspects of employee happiness including the role of rewards and recognitions, and how leaders may overcome hurdles in creating the best workplace experience.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With digital transformation underway and accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, organizations must understand the skills they need for this change. This is where a skills-based approach and the foundational building block, a skills taxonomy, come into play. What exactly is a skills taxonomy, and how can it help organizations drive operational efficiency?

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In nature the strong eat the weak. We live in a threatening world. Thankfully, no one is trying to eat you, at least literally.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

In order for your hybrid team to succeed, individual hybrid team members must have the skills to succeed. The old cliché that the chain is only as strong as the weakest link definitely applies here. Recently I wrote a post on the Remote Leadership Institute Blog about determining what those skills might be across your […]. The post Is Your Team Ready to Succeed in a Hybrid Workplace?

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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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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

In this episode, we talk about a fearless workplace culture with guest speaker Gustavo Razzetti. We discuss the signs of a fear-based workplace, its effects, and some brilliant examples of organizations with strong cultures. Gustavo further discusses the inception of Fearless Culture and how they support teams and companies in developing purpose-driven, agile, and innovative cultures.

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Eric Jacobsen Blog

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

“Helping others is a good thing, but even the most well-intentioned attempts can be undermined by a simple truth: We almost always focus on “fixing” people – correcting problems or filling the gaps between where they are and where we think they should be. Unfortunately, this doesn’t inspire sustained learning or positive change. Even when people do respond, they often do so out of obligation rather than motivation,” explain the authors of the book, Helping People Change: Coaching With Compassion

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

This week I wrote about everything from recognition to reputation. It was a special joy to share some reflections on the leadership of Sir Ernest Shackleton.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Perhaps you have heard about Virtual LeaderCon 2021. If not, it is a live, five-day virtual learning event with world experts on leadership and professional development all for free. (Yes, it is really free – learn more here!). When you look at what is offered, you might see it as an opportunity for individual leaders […]. The post Five Ways to Leverage Virtual LeaderCon for You and Your Organization appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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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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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

The first step towards better L&D outcomes is understanding where you need to improve. Measuring the effectiveness of your training will provide you with the insights you need to make impactful changes. Fill out the form to get your free guide and: Understand how you can apply the Kirkpatrick model to track the outcome of your training program Find out how to calculate vital L&D metrics Receive tips and best practices to ensure the success of your measurement plan.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

If you could do only one thing to make a virtual Thanksgiving special for your staff, we recommend sending one (or more) heartfelt Thanksgiving messages to employees. Thanksgiving is a day to express gratitude to those who have made a difference in your life. Thanksgiving 2021 will be celebrated on November 25 but with an unfortunate twist. The majority of Thanksgiving celebrations will be completely virtual.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

You learn to lead the same way babies learn to walk, by observation, training, and experimentation. Development in any arena begins by seeing what’s possible. Moms and dads show children what’s possible.

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Kevin Eikenberry

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

There are many ways to accelerate your professional development. Learning from thought leaders is a powerful way. I’ve recently shared five ways to learn from thought leaders here. Often, the bigger challenge isn’t finding content to absorb, but finding the best content and the top leaders from whom to learn. Let me help you with that […]. The post Which Session Will Change Your Life and Work?

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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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Optimum Associates

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Introduction. As an executive coach and leadership development trainer for the past 20 years, I have seen firsthand that business leaders must be able to influence with impact, demonstrate inspirational leadership, exhibit thought leadership, and communicate with boldness and confidence. This kind of leadership is often referred to as “leading from the front”—it involves jumping in and demonstrating that you are willing to roll up your sleeves and get your hands dirty.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

A good ESOP plan (employee stock ownership plan) is an excellent tool for business owners to help raise their company's value and take their business to the next level. It's common for start-up entrepreneurs to look at other companies in similar industries and try to mimic the success they've had. Suppose you've outgrown your start-up phase and are ready to scale up your business, so it can support a larger team.

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Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Bluebirds sit on nearby branches dangling bugs in their beaks to tempt hungry adolescents to fly. Flight is motivated more by hunger than passion. Discomfort drives growth.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Welcome to another exciting episode of All About HR! This is the podcast & video series for HR Professionals and business leaders who want to future-proof their organization and learn about the latest trends & insights from industry experts, CHROs, and thought leaders. Why do you need to treat employee experience like a subscription product?

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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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Sweet Process

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Bonus Content: Download our FREE Law Firm Policies and Procedures Handbook! Use this free tool to streamline your business processes. Click Here To Download It. Tomorrow is the final hearing for a case you are working on. You have smoking-gun evidence to give your client the much-needed victory. This could be a breakthrough for your […]. The post The Ultimate Law Firm Policies and Procedures Handbook for a Successful Practice appeared first on SweetProcess.

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

The 2020–2021 crises (global health pandemic, political toxicity, social injustice, digital 4.0, emotional malaise, and economic uncertainty) could be called the people/organization crises. And in these last 18 months, the business context has placed human capability challenges even more central to how organizations deliver value to all stakeholders ( employee well-being , strategic reinvention, customer share, financial performance, and community reputation).

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Walk Me

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Recently, more and more hiring managers are concerned with how candidates will adapt to change – interview question and answers will often aim to assess traits such as adaptability, flexibility, learning, and resilience. Below, we’ll look at how to address interview questions that revolve around adapting to change. How to Adapt to Change: Interview Question Guide.

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AIHR

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

As the name suggests, Human Resources is about people. And while we often hear that HR needs to be more business-oriented, data-driven, and digitally proficient, we shouldn’t forget that being a people advocate is an essential part of being a competent HR professional. Why is this so important, and how can you become a true people advocate at your organization?

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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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Sweet Process

SEPTEMBER 11, 2021

Featured Bonus Content: Download our 52 FREE Organizational Chart Templates! Click Here To Download It. Organizations that are concerned with improving their business structures and communications should place a high priority on developing effective organizational charts. This chart improves collaboration, streamlines information flow, and aids internal interactions and responsiveness of employees and other business stakeholders. […].

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Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

Planning an HR budget might sound like a tedious task, but that isn't always the case. A well-planned and thoughtful HR budget ensures that there's adequate funding to support employee programs and initiatives. HR budgets are created to outline how much money to allocate for different expenses and employees across the fiscal year. If you have a solid understanding of the organization's plans and objectives, implementing an HR budget will become easier.

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Walk Me

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

To stay effective and productive today’s fast-paced economy, organizations need employees who can adapt to change. Disruptive change, after all, has become very common in today’s economy. From digital innovation to financial crises to the COVID-19 pandemic, we are witnessing an unprecedented level of disruption across industries – and employees who want to stay relevant will need to learn to adapt.

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High Scalability

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Who's Hiring? Wynter is looking for system administrators, engineers, and developers to join its research panel. Participate in research surveys, get paid ($90-$180/hr) for your feedback and comments. Super low key commitment, 10-15 mins per survey. Learn more and sign up. DevOps Engineer : At Kinsta , we set out to create the best managed hosting platform in the world.

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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.

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