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How to speak your team member’s language of appreciation (so your praise doesn’t miss the mark).

Suzi McAlpine

I was thrilled and honoured to get a sneak peak of Lauren Parson’s book Thriving Leaders Thriving Teams, and its full of practical pearls of wisdom for leaders. This topic really got me thinking so I’m delighted to have Lauren share an excerpt from her book and sprinkle your day with goodness in a book… The post How to speak your team member’s language of appreciation (so your praise doesn’t miss the mark). first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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Short Form vs Long From Reach and Impact | Henry Mintzberg

Peter Winick

How books can change the world with their ideas in ways that articles do not. An interview with Henry Mintzberg about his passion for authorship, the impact a book can have, and following your passions. If fewer people are buying and reading books, why should a thought leader write one? Today we delve into the world of authorship and publishing with Henry Mintzberg.

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Talking About a Difficult Decision — When You Can’t Share All the Details

Harvard Business Review

When you have to communicate a difficult organizational decision to employees, it’s hard to know how much information to provide when you can’t be fully transparent yet. Saying nothing can undermine people’s trust in your motives and compassion, whereas saying too much can leave people feeling overwhelmed and vulnerable as they struggle to process the information and implications.

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LinkedIn Networking Message Templates to Connect with Anyone

BetterUp

Jump to section The importance of a LinkedIn opener 8 LinkedIn message templates to connect with your network What can you do with Linkedin connect messages? What else can you do on LinkedIn?

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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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8 Tips for Avoiding Your Leadership Blindspots

Thought Leaders LLC

Learning to ask the right questions in the right way is a key technique for surfacing blindspots that can easily be overlooked. The best leaders know that the questions they ask are as important as the answers they provide. Today’s post is by Robert Bruce Shaw, author of Leadership Blindspots: How Successful Leaders Identify and Overcome the Weaknesses That Matter ( CLICK HERE to get your copy).

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Do you know who owns the problem?

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 have for you today: Do you know the difference between who owns the problem that you’re getting paid to solve and who’s solving the problem? Let me expand on this a little bit. As an expert in your space, be that an author, a thought leader, a consultant, an advisor, whatever the case is, ultimately, you’re getting paid to solve problem

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12 Best Career Objective Examples to Have on Your Resume

BetterUp

Jump to section How to write a career objective for a resume 4 career objective examples for beginners 4 career objective examples for experienced professionals 4 objective examples for student resumes Land the interview in just a few sentences

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Which of the following best describes your organization’s approach to promoting people?

Thought Leaders LLC

Our reader poll today asks: Which of the following best describes your organization’s approach to promoting people? Promote them when they demonstrate 70-80% of the ability required at the next level 39.85% Promote them when they demonstrate 100% of what’s required at the next level 10.16% Promote them once they’ve been serving as an “interim” at the next level for a while 13.29% Promise promotion but don’t be clear on what it takes to achieve it 23.43% Promise promotion, set clear standards, a

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#ASAE23 Opening Keynote: Secrets of a Shark

Association Now Leadership

In his keynote at the 2023 ASAE Annual Meeting & Expo on Sunday, entrepreneur and Shark Tank star Daymond John shared his five principles for success that will help association execs propel both their careers and organizations. Like everyone in 2020, entrepreneur and “Shark Tank” star Daymond John was nervous about the future. But he’s found that crises often pull people together.

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What the Finance Industry Tells Us About the Future of AI

Harvard Business Review

What will artificial intelligence do to industries and jobs? For a preview, look to the finance industry which has been incorporating data and algorithms for a long time, and which is always a canary in the coal mine for new technology. The experience of finance suggests that AI will transform some industries (sometimes very quickly) and that it will especially benefit larger players.

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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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How To Lead Your Family Business

Eric Jacobson

Julie Charlestein is the author of the new book, How To Lead Your Family Business: Excelling Through Unexpected Crises, Choices, and Challenges. Charlestein is also the fourth-generation leader of an incredibly successful family-owned enterprise, and she’s seen it all firsthand, including family drama in the workplace and the office politics that come with any corporation.

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Building Bench Strength and Succession Plans for Your Team

Thought Leaders LLC

Succession planning is critical to ensuring the talent gaps are short when a key player leaves or gets promoted. One of the great things about leading a high performing team is that people grow and they grow very quickly. The problem with that is they’re always looking for new opportunities. You’re always at risk of losing someone either to a promotion within the organization or they move on to bigger and better things outside of your company.

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Why Is Human Resources Important? 8 Top Reasons

AIHR

Why is human resources important? Could it be because organizations with strong HR practices are 1.4 times more likely to outperform their competitors and 2.5 times more likely to report effective talent management? Or it’s because organizations with high employee engagement experience 23% higher profitability. Take your pick. Knowing why HRM matters requires a holistic approach and learning how it affects your organization’s success and growth.

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4 Strategies to Prepare for a Late-Career Shift

Harvard Business Review

If you’re a senior professional who has decided to change careers, how will you compete in a new field with younger competition? Will prospective employers immediately dismiss you as a candidate because you’re overqualified? The author presents four strategies to use if you’re preparing to switch gears later in your career: 1) Own your age enthusiastically; 2) Identify multigenerational connections within your network; 3) Be prepared to 10X your job search; and 4) Practice your answers to tough

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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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How To Build Your Power And Influence Within The Workplace

Eric Jacobson

Through the years, I’ve featured four books on my blog by Robert L. Dilenschneider. His books are that good. Today, I highlight his newest title, The Ultimate Guide to Power & Influence , which is a Wall Street Journal Bestseller and has also been on the USA Today bestseller list. In our rapidly changing world, adaptability and influence are key to success.

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How to Find Your Path as a Leader

Association Now Leadership

Yes, you need to be decisive and a good manager. But just as crucial, one expert says, is knowing yourself and making your leadership style a function of who you are. As this year’s ASAE Annual Meeting and Expo continues, there’s likely a little bit of a trepidation among two groups of people in Atlanta. Established leaders may be concerned that they’re doing enough to grow and develop in their role.

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Get the Respect You Deserve: 5 Ways to Earn Trust as a Leader

Lolly Daskal

When it comes to leadership it’s important to earn the trust and respect of your team. When your team trusts you, they are more likely to follow your direction, take on new challenges, and work together to achieve your goals. But how do you earn that trust? Here are five key ways that you can get the respect you deserve as a leader: Communicate openly and honestly: One of the keys to earning trust is being open and honest.

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What to Ask Yourself Before a Career Pivot

Harvard Business Review

Gone are the days of picking a job or career path and sticking to it forever. Career pivots are far more common today than they ever were. For example, consider Oprah Winfrey’s transitions from TV anchor to superstar talk show host to film actress, producer, and media mogul. But how do you know if you’re ready for a change, or if your pivot is likely to be successful?

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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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The Power to Say No

Leadership Freak

Saying yes when you should say no lets others steer your life. "You have to be good at saying no and picking the things that really matter." - Warren Buffet Where does the power to say no come from?

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7 Steps to Building a Successful Talent Acquisition Team (+Netflix Case Study)

AIHR

The success of any organization hinges upon its ability to attract and retain top-tier professionals, making the formation of a successful talent acquisition team more crucial than ever before. Unfortunately, a staggering 75% of HR leaders struggle to find skilled candidates for open positions, significantly impacting business growth and productivity.

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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs

BetterUp

Jump to section What’s Maslow's hierarchy of needs? Deficiency versus growth needs Diving into Maslow's 5 needs Why is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs important today?

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How to Become a Leader People Trust

Lolly Daskal

Trust is essential for a leader’s success, but two misconceptions often stand in the way of leaders gaining the trust they need. First, they mistakenly believe that developing trust is a long, slow process that has to evolve over time; and second, they expect that as long as they are trustworthy, people will naturally trust them. However, as a leader, it is essential to put in the effort to build trust with your team.

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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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How CEOs Can Navigate the Emotional Labor of Leadership

Harvard Business Review

Although the CEO role comes with power, pay, and privilege, it also involves emotional labor, as leaders feel the toll of making divisive and unpopular decisions. This aspect of the job has become more challenging the last few years. This article offers leaders four tools to help cope with the pressure.

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AI in HR: Can Artificial Intelligence Humanize the People Function?

15Five

Ready or not, artificial intelligence (AI) is here and about to become a huge part of personal and professional life for people around the world. McKinsey now estimates that half of our time spent on work activities will become automated between 2030 and 2060—an entire decade earlier than was previously projected. You may have already used (or at least heard of) advanced chatbots like ChatGPT, powered by a technology called Generative AI.

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The Definitive Guide to Implementing Reverse Mentoring (in 2023)

AIHR

Reverse mentoring is a powerful concept that has gained traction recently as organizations recognize the need to bridge the generational gap in the workplace. With technology advancing rapidly and new ideas emerging constantly, it has become crucial for businesses to tap into the knowledge and expertise of their younger employees. According to a survey by PwC, 75% of senior executives believe a lack of digital skills within their workforce is one of the most significant threats to their business

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5 Surprising Factors That Affect Your Leadership Ability

Lolly Daskal

Leadership abilities are not solely determined by an individual’s personal characteristics or qualities. In fact, there are many surprising factors that can affect a person’s leadership abilities. Here are five of them: Physical Health: Your physical health can affect your leadership in a number of ways. Poor physical health can lead to decreased energy and focus, which can make it harder to lead and make good decisions.

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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.

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Demystifying Emissions Reporting

Harvard Business Review

The International Sustainability Standards Board and the European Commission are implementing new mandatory non-financial reporting requirements, with the former releasing its inaugural standards for global capital markets and the latter developing standards as part of the EU’s Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive. These standards will take effect from 2024, but may not be as costly or difficult to meet as businesses fear.

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Best TED Talks on Procrastination

BetterUp

Listening to TED talks on procrastination is a great way to inspire you to take back control of your time and energy. Here are 12 of our favorites.

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Everyone Wants 5 Things

Leadership Freak

At the core, everyone wants 5 things. The only differences between us are how we describe and pursue what we want. Why leaders care that everyone wants 5 things.

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3 Ways to Get the Rest That You Need to Succeed

Michael Hyatt

One of the most important lessons I have learned about productivity is this: It’s less about managing time and more about managing energy. Why? Because time is fixed, but our energy can flex. Most people get this exactly backward. They cram their day with tasks, thinking they can get it all done. Instead, they end […] The post 3 Ways to Get the Rest That You Need to Succeed appeared first on Full Focus.

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Engage, Empower, Excel: Transforming Performance in the New Era of Work

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.