Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 22, 2023

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving business world, organizations face a daunting challenge: skills gaps. These gaps can have a negative impact on productivity, innovation, and overall success. However, there is a solution that holds immense power: upskilling. By providing employees with opportunities to learn and develop new skills, upskilling bridges the gaps and cultivates a workforce that is adaptable, motivated, and poised to embrace the future.

Retention 72

Retention Employee Engagement Metrics Benefits 72

Peter Winick

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Understanding engagement and how ideas connect with an audience. An interview with Scott Gould about defining engagement and refining ideas for the greatest impact. How does a thought leader get an audience to take notice, remember, and actively use the content you are putting out? To get a firm grasp of exactly what engagement means and how to get your audience there, I’ve invited Scott Gould to join me.

Media 286

Media Marketing Employee Engagement Scaling 286

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Modern work is inherently project-based and collaborative. We are all project managers to some extent. From film directors and restaurant owners to lawyers and accountants, many professions involve managing projects. For everyone, not just project managers, mastering timeboxing can be a gateway to bridging the gap between intention and execution. You’re probably already timeboxing, at least a little.

Project Management 144

Project Management Manager Accounts 144

Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Leadership skills are essential for success in any field, and they can be changed instantly. While some people may be naturally inclined to be strong leaders, leadership skills can also be learned and honed through practice, training, and real-life experiences. By actively working on developing your leadership skills, you can instantly become a more effective leader and achieve greater success in your field.

Employee Engagement 120

Employee Engagement Leadership Development Manager 120

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

Benefits

Agile42

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Step with us into the world of Workplace Nightmares, where the horrors are real and the stakes are high. Dark secrets lurk behind office doors, and this spooky season, it’s up to you to save yourself. But you’re not alone. We have some tricks to help you survive as you face the ghouls and goblins of the corporate world. Vampiric Meetings It’s 4pm and the light is fading.

121

121

Peter Winick

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Transcript Hi there, it’s Peter Winick. I’m the founder and CEO at Thought Leadership Leverage, and here’s the idea that I’d like to share with you today. That’s this: Thought leaders, authors, consultants, advisers, etc., have a tendency to want to constantly create new work, new thought leadership, new intellectual property.

197

197

Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Leading effectively requires emotional intelligence, which involves being able to recognize, understand, and manage one’s own emotions as well as other people’s emotions. A leader with high emotional intelligence can build strong relationships, build positive working environments, and achieve results. However, leaders with low emotional intelligence may struggle in these areas.

Diversity 120

Diversity Manager Employee Engagement Leadership Development 120

Association Now Leadership

OCTOBER 22, 2023

Executives take a lot of pushback, but don’t always handle it well. A key step is to create an environment where critics know they’ll be heard. No CEO takes the top job expecting to always be agreed with. But the reasons that a CEO can receive criticism are more robust and intense than ever, from return-to-office policies to political stances to unusual hobbies that some consider a distraction. ( Insensitive social-media posts can invite brickbats too , even on relatively calm venues like Linked

Media 116

Media Manager 116

AIHR

OCTOBER 27, 2023

What is compensation and benefits? Compensation and benefits refers to the monetary and non-monetary rewards an employee receives from their employer in exchange for their work. Together, they make up a total compensation package, which may include salary, bonuses, insurance, retirement contributions, and various other perks aimed at attracting, motivating, and retaining employees.

Compensation 115

Compensation Benefits Insurance Sales 115

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Formulas may be road-tested approaches to business challenges, but formulas have flaws. What worked yesterday might not be applicable or even plausible today. There are three primary weaknesses to relying on formulas to address business issues in a constantly changing environment: 1.) they don’t work the same in all contexts; 2) they can be replicated by the competition; and 3) they can have hidden risks.

Manager 142

Manager 142

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.

Diversity

Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Building a high-performance team is essential for achieving success in any organization. As an effective leader, it is important to understand that high performance doesn’t happen by accident; it requires careful nurturing and effort. By doing this well, the results will be a more productive, effective, and efficient team. So, how do the best leaders create high-performance team cultures?

Employee Engagement 111

Employee Engagement Leadership Development Manager 111

Thought Leaders LLC

OCTOBER 25, 2023

By understanding the technical skills, the functional skills, and the role-based skills required to deliver on your team’s mission, you’re going to be able to create the right mix of people with the right skills that will help that team succeed. As the leader of a high-performing team, you’re personally responsible for making sure your team has the required set of skills to succeed and execute against all the initiatives that you have on your prioritization list.

Project Management 112

Project Management Manager 112

Association Now Leadership

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Mentorship programs have become a staple for many associations. But expertise alone doesn’t guarantee a well-rounded mentor. That’s why the American Chemical Society offers a mentor training program. Based on their experience and expertise, mentors offer helpful guidance and feedback to their mentees. But who mentors the mentors on how to be effective in their role?

Inclusion 113

Inclusion Implementation Benefits 113

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 26, 2023

In the aftermath of a very public system failure or a project going significantly over-budget, a key question that’s often asked is: “Why didn’t anyone bring this to our attention?” The root causes of why people fail to escalate issues (even when they know it’s the right thing to do) fall into both organizational and systemic categories. Among them are the lack of a culture of trust, poor communications, ineffective feedback, and valuing IQ over EQ.

Project Management 141

Project Management Manager 141

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.

Retention

Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The future of work is shifting towards an employee-centered approach, where businesses must adapt to meet the changing priorities and needs of their workforce. The past few years have seen significant changes in the workplace, with many employees placing a greater emphasis on health and wellbeing, family, and personal life. As a result, employees are seeking out workplaces that align with their values and allow them to work in a way that is most comfortable and efficient for them.

Software 111

Software Project Management Accounts Manager 111

AIHR

OCTOBER 23, 2023

How can you improve your odds of finding and retaining top talent? The answer lies in creating a compelling candidate persona. This handy tool serves as a guide for attracting and recruiting candidates who are the best fit for your organization. In this blog, we’ll dive deep into the art and science of crafting a candidate persona. We’ll explore the step-by-step process of defining your ideal candidate.

Recruitment 116

Recruitment Engineering Marketing Software 116

Association Now Workplace

OCTOBER 26, 2023

World Mental Health Day took place earlier this month. With that in mind, we asked readers what their organizations are doing to nurture a workplace culture that values mental health. Here’s a roundup of some of their responses. According to the American Psychological Association’s 2023 Work in America Survey , 77 percent of workers having reported experiencing work-related stress in the last month.

Benefits 111

Benefits Inclusion Marketing Manager 111

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Successfully transitioning to a higher-level leadership role requires self-confidence, but many leaders display too much or too little early on. In this article, the author outlines strategies to help you find the optimal level of confidence. If there is one thing that defines effective leadership as you move from a manager to executive to CEO, it’s that your results become increasingly less about you and more about the attention you place on others so you can deliver through them.

Manager 140

Manager Leadership Development 140

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.

Scaling

Lolly Daskal

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Conflict is an inevitable part of any team dynamic. Whether it’s due to competing priorities, clashing personalities, or simply the stress of a heavy workload, conflict is something that every team leader and member must learn to navigate effectively. But how do you resolve conflict effectively with high-performing teams? Here are some effective key strategies for resolving conflict and creating a culture of collaboration and mutual respect: Embrace conflict: Conflict is that it is a natur

Human Resources 108

Human Resources Manager Employee Engagement Leadership Development 108

Chief Outsiders

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Article 3 of the 7-part series: Accelerating Growth In 2024 with Strategic Business Planning By: Scott Wright and Jack Bowen In an era characterized by rapid technological shifts, changing consumer behavior, and a volatile global economic landscape, successful businesses are those that look ahead, anticipate challenges, and seize opportunities. But when it comes to developing your own business growth strategy, are you prepared for all that 2024 will throw at your company?

Marketing 110

Marketing Strategic Planning 110

Leadership Freak

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Growth requires self-reflection. Do you actually deliver the goods? Could you have blind spots? Are you the real deal? Self-reflection questions that keep you on track.

Leadership Development 112

Leadership Development 112

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 26, 2023

More and more businesses are turning to AI-powered technologies to help close the data-insight gap and improve their decision-making capabilities in time-critical, high-pressure situations. These technologies encompass a wide range of tools, including virtual assistants, virtual and augmented reality, process discovery, task mining, and an array of data analytics and business intelligence platforms.

Software 143

Software Benefits 143

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.

Benefits

Thought Leaders LLC

OCTOBER 26, 2023

Our reader poll today asks: How well do you stay in touch with friends from your younger academic years (high school, college, advanced degree programs)? Extremely well: we’re in constant contact 6.85% Very well: we connect multiple times a year 20.09% Well: we’ll connect every few years 16.12% Not well: I may see them at a class reunion 22.73% Not at all: I’ve lost touch with all of them 34.21% Missed connections and missed opportunities.

108

108

Mind Tools Strategy

OCTOBER 26, 2023

For five years at the end of the last century, my grandfather delighted in being the oldest living All Black. The All Blacks are New Zealand’s national rugby union team, often regarded as the most successful sports team in history. As it happened, my grandpa only played one match for them before injury put paid to his rugby career. That was in 1921, but he wore this affiliation like a badge of honor right up until his death at the age of 99.

Education 105

Education Recruitment Benefits Manager 105

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 25, 2023

“Only you , as a senior leader, have the power to direct your company to continuous and sustainable success,” says Scott K. Edinger , author of the new book, The Growth Leader. “Growth is a leadership issue, not a sales issue,” he adds. His book explains why that is true. And why the relationship that executives and leaders have with the sales organization is among the most important elements of growth leadership.

Sales 104

Sales Sales Revenue Energy 104

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Raining on people’s parade is rarely welcome. How can you moderate your pessimism so that you can be effective — and have healthy relationships with your colleagues? In this article, the author outlines practical, research-backed strategies to try. You may not be able to change your outlook — particularly if you’re someone who has a prevention focus — but remind yourself that you do have agency.

Team Management 139

Team Management Manager 139

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.

Inclusion

Thought Leaders LLC

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Meetings shouldn’t be obligations; they should be opportunities for growth and collective progress. By embracing the right conversations, you can turn your meetings into transformative experiences. Today’s guest post is b y Chuck Wisner, author of The Art of Conscious Conversations: Transforming How We Talk, Listen, and Interact (CLICK HERE to get your copy).

108

108

Michael McKinney

OCTOBER 26, 2023

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Paul Schmitz on the idea that everyone leads: “This does not mean that everyone can lead any effort, organization, or institution, or that one who is a good leader in one context is a good leader in other contexts.

105

105

AIHR

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Employee marketing is a great, but underutilized, way to align your workforce with your organization’s business objectives and create brand advocacy. According to Edelman’s 2020 trust barometer , 54% of participants surveyed indicated that they saw a ‘regular’ employee as a trusted and credible source within the company. Amplifying your employees’ voices and experiences can help your company promote your employer branding and attract top talent.

Marketing 108

Marketing Retention Implementation Employee Engagement 108

Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Leading Wall Street research firm Evercore ISI, in collaboration with venture studio Visionary Future, embarked on a comprehensive study to understand the profound effects of Generative AI on businesses, the broader economy, and its integration into future workforces. They conducted an in-depth analysis of over 160 million jobs in order to produce analytical insight to help leaders navigate this change.

Benefits 140

Benefits Digital Transformation Marketing 140

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.

Performance Management