Leadership Freak

JUNE 14, 2019

“Just do it” is the path to fatigue, disrespect, and defeat. Grit needs heart to endure. Obsession to get things done causes self-defeating behaviors.

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15Five

JUNE 11, 2019

Leadership isn’t about authority. Contrary to what most believe, leadership is an opportunity to serve and empower others. By creating the space for people to discover their natural talents, those at the top can help to develop leadership strengths on every level. Unfortunately, companies often fall short of actually utilizing the leadership strengths of their people because they aren’t taking the time to discern their personal talents.

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Employee Engagement Inclusion Software Performance Management 102

AIHR

JUNE 11, 2019

As HR professionals and executives are trying to move the workforce analytics agenda forward, we are still facing challenges. Although the urgency for data-driven decision making in HR is increasing, the maturity of workforce analytics is still quite low in most organizations. Why is this? The primary reasons I’ve found working with HR leaders are: HR staff are not trained to do the work and lack an analytics skillset and mindset; HR thinks it is all about HR and doesn’t involve business stakeho

Employee Relations 100

Employee Relations Account Management Metrics Engineering 100

Tanveer Nasser

JUNE 11, 2019

The arrival of summer-like weather often leads not only to people spending more time outdoors, shaking off the dreariness of the winter months, but also discussions and planning of summer vacation breaks and spending time with family and friends away from work. Or at least it used to be. Every year, there's another study that comes out pointing out how employees are taking less and less time off from work.

Benefits 98

Benefits 98

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

JUNE 10, 2019

When trust goes down cost goes up. (Speed of Trust) Less than 50% of front-line employees trust the company. (World Economic Forum) #1. Don’t complain about higher ups.

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Leadership Development 188

Mike Griffiths

JUNE 9, 2019

Now that a software “Done” Milestone is more like a Tombstone. If you work in an industry that has digital products and services then the Product Development trend will impact you. As software becomes more critical to business operations and product offerings we are seeing that software projects do not end. Many organizations are transitioning to become software focussed organizations that offer specialized services.

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Software Metrics Digital Transformation Project Management 75

Agile42

JUNE 10, 2019

Here at agile42 we are happy supporters of the Manage Agile conference, held each year in Berlin. This year the event will take place from November 4th to 7th with the theme of Agile Leadership : it will be a great chance to follow talks and workshops on the topic. Call for Paper is open and will close on June 30. Speakers will have 20 or 45 minutes for a lecture and 100 minutes for a short workshop.

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Manager 64

Leadership Freak

JUNE 13, 2019

Maybe you create complexity to justify inaction. A fork in the road is a smoke screen when you spend all your time kicking the dirt. 3 fork principles: #1.

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Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 11, 2019

Today’s episode is the second in a series where I will connect weird or unusual items to leadership. And these items are coming from the challenge that I put out on our social media channels – asking our viewers to submit their suggestions for these items. So catch up on last week’s episode here and […]. The post Leadership Lessons from a Pencil – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Media 63

Accenture: OrgDev

JUNE 10, 2019

By focusing on creating “raving fans,” Accenture procurement teams make a commitment to next-level customer service.

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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.

Diversity

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 14, 2019

Former Verizon Wireless CEO, Denny F. Strigl offers these tips for how to be a good coach to an employee. He explains that good coaches help performers by: Keeping them focused. Giving them objective, helpful feedback. Acting as a sounding board for new approaches. Identifying blind spots that may be holding the performer back. Reinforcing key values, principles, and behaviors that improve performance.

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Accounts Manager 49

Leadership Freak

JUNE 11, 2019

You know the value of people trusting YOU. But how are you helping managers TRUST EACH OTHER? You aren’t done trust building until the people around the table trust each other.

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Manager Leadership Development 147

Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 10, 2019

Most organizations are in one of two categories when it comes to executive leadership development. Either executives are the only group to receive training and development, or they are the last group to get any. While neither of these is the best answer, the largest percentage of organizations fall into the second group. Even in […]. The post Why Executives Resist Their Own Development appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Leadership Development 57

Vantage Circle

JUNE 8, 2019

According to BusinessDictionary , cross-functional teams are: "A group of people with different functional specialties or skill sets, responsible for carrying out all phases of a program from start to finish." The functional areas of people in cross-functional teams can have diverse ranges. When a group of people from different backgrounds, like the marketing, sales, or product teams, come together to achieve a common goal, it creates a cross-functional team.

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Diversity Project Management Benefits Metrics 45

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.

Diversity

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 14, 2019

There are eight specific actions business leaders can take to show that they value their employees , according to Andrew Leigh , author of the book, Ethical Leadership -- Creating and Sustaining an Ethical Business Culture. Those eight actions are: Attention -- Pay attention to what people say to show your interest. Listen -- Make time to hear what colleagues, peers and employees have to say to show you care.

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Manager Retention 40

LSA Global

JUNE 11, 2019

Change Is Here to Stay. Despite how difficult it can be to effect change in the workplace and have employees change their mind, we must recognize that few businesses can survive without being able to adapt. Whether it’s from minor changes like reorganizing your team to more major changes like a merger or acquisition, it is natural for employees to resist the new way.

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Reorganization Organizational Change Change Management Manager 28

Kevin Eikenberry

JUNE 9, 2019

As time goes on, and I have more responsibilities and Client commitments, I find myself less available to my readers, listeners, and past participants. This is just one reason why we started experimenting with Facebook Live several months ago. There is an important reason why I’m telling you about that today. When? For the most […]. The post Interacting with Me Live appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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Vantage Circle

JUNE 12, 2019

High employee turnover is one of the most challenging issues construction HR managers face. A similar issue is the difficulty in making the construction industry appealing to fresh graduates and new talents. According to the Commercial Construction Index from the USG Corporation and the US Chamber of Commerce, 58% of contractors report a high level of difficulty in finding skilled workers in the last quarter of 2018.

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Retention Employee Engagement Assets Software 40

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

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 12, 2019

Inspirational leadership wisdom came awhile back from Bahram Akradi, the CEO of Life Time Fitness. From that health club's monthly fitness magazine, Experience Life , Akradi says: Once we get comfortable in our habitual patterns, we may fail to notice when they have outworn their useful purpose, or when new alternatives might serve us better. Once you've encountered a second way of seeing things, you're more likely to entertain the possibility of a third and fourth way, too.

Risk Management 40

Risk Management Manager 40

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 14, 2019

It can lead to more — and better — ideas.

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15Five

JUNE 13, 2019

Every year, the LGBTQ+ community comes together, rallying people from all walks of life, to join in and celebrate each other’s unique differences with warm embrace. Pride began as a way to honor the 1969 Stonewall riots in New York City, and has evolved into a joyful parade that millions all over the world look forward to attending every June.

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Inclusion Diversity Sales Sales 85

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2019

"Superbosses embrace certain practices that good bosses don't, and they do even more of the productive things that good bosses do," says Syney Finkelstein , author of the book, Superbosses: How Exceptional Leaders Master the Flow of Talent. What's more, according to Finkelstein's findings from ten years of research and two hundred interviews, superbosses focus on identifying promising newcomers, inspiring their best work, and launching them into highly successful careers, while also expanding th

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Retention Manager 40

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

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 10, 2019

Fortunately, most of my career I’ve worked in effective corporate cultures. If I put together the best of each, here is what made those environments effective: • Leaders led by example on a consistent basis and were willing to roll up their sleeves, particularly during tight deadlines or challenging times. • Employees clearly understood how what they did made a difference and how their contributions made the organization either more profitable or more effective. • The workforce included a blend

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Education Manager 40

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 8, 2019

If you’re having a difficult time clarifying inconsistencies you are hearing from an employee about a project’s/task’s progress, try asking these questions (or making these statements) the next time you meet with the employee: • Here’s what I see. Here’s what I hear you saying. • Here’s what we know so far. • So let’s see if I’m on track with you… • Let’s see where we are… • How about we step back from a moment and look at a few different ideas… • Did I hear you correctly when you said…?

Manager 40

Manager 40

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 14, 2019

From pay incentives to performance targets.

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Sales Sales Sales Management Manager 15

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 13, 2019

There’s a link between happy employees and happy customers.

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Retention 15

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.

Compliance

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 11, 2019

Instead of repressing or expressing, try reappraising.

Manager 15

Manager 15

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 11, 2019

It’s not enough to rely on the charisma of the founders.

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Scaling Manager 15

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 13, 2019

Results from an annual global survey.

Benefits 15

Benefits Retention 15

Harvard Business Review

JUNE 10, 2019

It’s a useful — but imperfect — tool.

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Manager 15

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