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Navigating Virtual Teams and Complexity Theory | Dr. Robert Gordon

Peter Winick

Why Staying Connected to Practitioners Keeps Thought Leadership Relevant Robert Gordon shares his journey from supply chain management in the cruise industry to becoming an academic thought leader. He discusses how his research on virtual teams and complexity theory gained relevance during the pandemic, highlighting the importance of bridging academia and industry.

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How to Lead When the Future Feels Unpredictable

Harvard Business Review

Three ways to help your colleagues — and yourself — cope during liminal times.

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It Literally Pays to Love Your Work

Kellogg Insight

When products or services are also a labor of love, customers perceive them as more valuable—and are willing to pay more.

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Struggling to Make Key Behaviors Stick in Your Organization?

Leadership Freak

It's book giveaway time on Leadership Freak. "Vital Behavior Blueprint" Inconsistent behaviors derail improvement efforts. Getting key behaviors to become habits can feel like herding cats. Unfortunately, only 30% of employees receive the 3 Pillars of essential performance support (1) clear expectations, (2) actionable feedback, and (3) barrier removal.

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4 HR Predictions for 2025: Supercharge Your Employee Experience with Internal Communications

Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

The future of HR is here, and it's all about collaboration, innovation, and impact. Join us for a forward-thinking session where seasoned experts Miriam and Carolyn will share insights and practical strategies to help you stay ahead of evolving HR trends. Discover how to build strong partnerships with internal teams to craft a transparent, authentic, and connected workforce experience.

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Plugging into Nonprofit Success | Dr. Sharon Elefant

Peter Winick

Mastering Strategy, Relationships, and Monetization in the Nonprofit World In this episode, Dr. Sharon Elefant, CEO of The Nonprofit Plug, shares how she transformed her passion for nonprofits into a thriving consultancy. She reveals key strategies for scaling expertise, monetizing services, and building thought leadership in the nonprofit space. How do you turn a passion for nonprofits into a thriving business?

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Younger Women’s Experiences Show Gender Equity at Work Isn’t Inevitable

Harvard Business Review

A new report suggests that not only are the experiences of women under 30 similar to those of women 50 and older — in some ways, they’re worse.

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Set Goals That Strengthen Relationships

Leadership Freak

Relationship building feels like a pain in the butt when your schedule is packed with deadlines. But healthy relationships make life better. You can’t force people to connect. But you can engage in behaviors that make strong relationships more likely.

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7 Ways to Overcome Leadership Fears that Cause Bad Leadership

Lolly Daskal

Leadership fears can significantly hinder an individual’s ability to lead effectively. According to a recent nearly 40% of new leaders fail within their first 18 months due to self-doubt and fear of failure. When left unaddressed, these fears can lead to poor decision-making, stifled creativity, and a toxic work environment. As an executive coach, I help leaders transform their fears into strengths by creating a safe space for exploring anxieties and developing personalized strategies.

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How to Manage a Distracted Team

Harvard Business Review

Five strategies for when the news cycle is all consuming.

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Podcast: How to Grow as a Leader Without Burning Yourself Out

Kellogg Insight

In this episode of The Insightful Leader, a former president at Kraft Foods explains why “sometimes just working harder is a complete waste of time.

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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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How to Translate Hot Emotions into Positive Action

Leadership Freak

Hot emotions lie. They scream danger when your safe and kiss you with happiness during self-destructive choices. Conflict intensifies when passions govern your mouth. Feelings make overstatements. Emotions distort time. Passion blurs reality. Here are some ways to translate hot emotions into positive actions.

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25% Employees Fear AI: The Best Leaders Know How to Empower Their Team

Lolly Daskal

The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a wave of concern among workers worldwide. Recent studies reveal that 25% of workers fear that AI will replace them within a year. This anxiety stems from the rapid advancements in AI technologies, which are reshaping industries and redefining job roles. As AI continues to evolve, understanding how to navigate this transformation is crucial for both leaders and employees.

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High Performers Need Feedback, Too

Harvard Business Review

Research shows they thrive on feedback but often get less of it. Here’s how to fix that.

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What Is ISO 9001 Certification? [+How to Get Certified]

Sweet Process

Last Updated on November 1, 2024 by Owen McGab Enaohwo Start your free 14-day trial of SweetProcess No credit card needed. Cancel anytime. Click Here To Try it for Free. As a business owner or manager, you’re constantly seeking ways to improve your operations, enhance customer satisfaction, and have an edge over your competitors. One […] The post What Is ISO 9001 Certification?

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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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Toxic Distraction: Tension On The Team

Leadership Freak

Tension on the team turns small obstacles into toxic distractions. The problems we have with each other destroy us. External challenges invite teams to depend on each other. But we can’t rise when we beat each other down. The people we can't confront run the team. More on Leadership Freak.

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Take 5: Doing Business in a Warming Climate

Kellogg Insight

What should leaders understand about sustainability? A collection of the latest research and ideas from Kellogg faculty.

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One Company A/B Tested Hybrid Work. Here’s What They Found.

Harvard Business Review

The six-month experiment reversed managers’ opinions on hybrid work — and offers three important lessons.

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9 Real-Life Performance Goals Examples (for 2025)

AIHR

Setting performance goals not only improves performance and commitment at work but also helps staff align with the wider organizational goals. Research has found that setting challenging but achievable goals leads to a 90% increase in performance. However, 31% of employees claim their manager hasn’t helped them set such goals. This article will look at the importance of performance goals, HR’s role in helping employees set them, and different types and examples to help you guide performance goal

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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.

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Delegating Disaster: Uncovering Barriers

Leadership Freak

Delegating hinges on the way you see yourself. Leadership is about people. First, it’s about you. Then it’s about others. Finally, it's about getting stuff done. Here are 4 barriers you can overcome to delegate effectively. I wonder what you might add to my list. Click for more.

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What’s the Best Way for Large, Disparate Teams to Communicate?

Kellogg Insight

Modular production has revolutionized manufacturing. But it’s critical to ensure the right information reaches the right people—without information overload.

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How Does Dignity Fit Into Your Leadership?

Harvard Business Review

Four research-backed actions leaders can take to humanize work.

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7 Proven Strategies to Improve Communication in Your Remote Team

Lolly Daskal

Remote work has become increasingly common in recent years. With it comes the challenge of maintaining effective communication among team members. As an executive leadership coach, I have seen firsthand the impact that poor communication can have on remote teams. It can lead to misunderstandings. Decreased productivity, and a lack of cohesion. However, I have also witnessed the power of implementing proven strategies to improve communication.

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HR Meets AI: The New Way of Keeping Large Workforces Connected and Engaged

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.

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10 HR Best Practices For Business Success in 2025

AIHR

HR has evolved considerably in the past decades and continues to do so. Yet, core HR best practices have persisted, serving as guiding principles that Human Resources departments can rely on for developing people-related strategies that move their organizations forward and spur business growth. An HR benchmark survey of over 2,000 small businesses showed that the fastest-growing companies were 20% more likely to embrace HR best practices.

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can I opt out of AI assistants in meetings, potlucks with food-restricted coworkers, and more

Alison Green

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Can I opt out of AI assistants in meetings? In large Zoom meetings, I’ve noticed a coworker using an AI assistant to transcribe and take notes. While I understand the desire to use these kinds of tools on an ease and accessibility level, everything about AI, from privacy to environmental, squicks me out beyond belief.

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How Big Businesses Can Help Smaller Ones After a Disaster

Harvard Business Review

Companies have a critical role to play in supporting the recovery of local economies, employees, and communities.

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How to Successfully Transform a Low Morale Culture in 7 Steps

Lolly Daskal

Transforming a low morale culture into a thriving, positive environment is a complex but achievable goal. According to a Gallup survey, only 34% of U.S. employees are engaged at work, highlighting the widespread issue of low morale. Low morale can severely impact productivity, creativity, and overall organizational success. However, with strategic actions and innovative approaches, leaders can turn things around.

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How To Empower Your Workforce With Modern Fertility Benefits

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.

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Best Practices for Effective Quarterly Planning Meetings

Rhythm Systems Growth

Make This Quarter Count Every new quarter brings another opportunity to advance your strategic initiatives and get closer to your ultimate vision for your company. Without a detailed quarter plan, your team will lack strategic direction and may spend their time in areas that don’t yield the right impact.

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Employee Engagement Sustainability: The Cornerstone of a Thriving Organization

Vantage Circle

The work environment dynamics we are familiar with are undergoing significant changes. The attention is now on sustainability and maintaining employee engagement simultaneously. Both of these factors are essential for a company to achieve success. With the growing awareness of environmental and social issues, individuals are seeking employment with companies that align with their values and contribute to building a sustainable future.

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Video Quick Take: Cisco’s Apolak Borthakur on Cybersecurity Solutions and a Way Forward - SPONSOR CONTENT FROM PERSISTENT

Harvard Business Review

Sponsor content from Persistent.

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How To Create A High Performing Team

Eric Jacobson

According to Ron Ricci and Carl Wiese , authors of the book, The Collaboration Imperative , high-performing teams have the following characteristics : People have solid and deep trust in each other and in the team's purpose--they feel free to express feelings and ideas. Everybody is working toward the same goals. Team members are clear on how to work together and how to accomplish tasks.

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Behind The Curtain: How Todays Political Climate is Steering HR and DEI in 2025

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.