Leadership Freak
JULY 24, 2020
You’re a novice every time you do something you’ve never done before. Overconfidence is the painful pitfall of gullible inexperience. Pain awaits when you feel like you know but you don’t.
Andrew Chen
JULY 20, 2020
Guest Post by Bangaly Kaba (EIR @ Reforge, Former VP Growth @ Instacart, Instagram). The following was written by Bangaly with contributions by other Reforge EIR’s Elena Verna (Miro, MongoDB, SurveyMonkey) and Fareed Mosavat (Slack, Instacart, Zynga). Reforge is a community for those leading and growing tech companies. To learn more from Bangaly, Elena, and Fareed check out the upcoming Career Accelerator Programs like Product Strategy , Marketing Strategy , and Retention + Engagement Deep
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AIHR
JULY 20, 2020
Time to hire is one of the best-known recruiting metrics. In this article, we will explain what time to hire is and how it differs from time to fill. We will also list time to hire benchmarks, explain how it can be measured, and end with the five most effective ways to reduce time to hire. Contents What is time to hire? Time to hire vs. time to fill Time to hire & candidate slate Average time to hire 5 ways to improve time to hire Wrap-up FAQ.
Vantage Circle
JULY 21, 2020
Proper leadership is a vital component of success in the business world. A great leader can mentor, lead, inspire, and keep the team spirit alive, even in the toughest situations. It is particularly essential as in a dynamic corporate environment; lows outweigh the highs. In this process of guiding a team through, there are many leadership styles a leader may choose.
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
JULY 20, 2020
“Loneliness has the same impact on mortality as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, making it even more dangerous than obesity.
Tanveer Nasser
JULY 22, 2020
Without question, the COVID-19 pandemic has created unexpected hardships and uncertainty. It's also amplified issues many leaders have failed to adequately address. In this latest edition of Leadership Espresso Shot, I delve into one of these leadership blindspots and reveal why leaders can no longer afford to put it on the back burner. In my previous piece, I shared some strategies based on neuroscience on how leaders can boost their critical thinking in light of the chronic stress environment
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Vantage Circle
JULY 21, 2020
Do you compliment your coworkers for their good job? Or, when you are in a team, do you recognize your coworker’s efforts? If you do, then how often? We invest most of our time and energy at work, yet more often we treat each other like outsiders. And when it comes to verbal compliments, most of us lack in that effort, even though we know that it doesn’t cost us any money.
Leadership Freak
JULY 21, 2020
Shooting down ideas is sport to corporate teams. What happens when new ideas come before teams? People explain why they won’t work! Don’t you hate people who explain why something won’t work?
15Five
JULY 21, 2020
Even when a global pandemic isn’t in full swing, company culture and workplace relationships can be difficult to build and maintain. While 15Five has created a close-knit crew of employees, I recognize how hard it can be to stay connected with your co-workers when you aren’t periodically bumping into them in the kitchen or joining them on coffee runs when you need a quick break.
Kevin Eikenberry
JULY 21, 2020
Do you remember back to 2019? Back to when Corona was simply a beer? (Yeah, it’s hard for us too…) Well back then, there was a lot of talk about how many things were wrong, and how we needed improvement everywhere. And yet now, many of us have “the Good Ole Days” syndrome – when […]. The post Creating the New Normal – Remarkable TV appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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.
Vantage Circle
JULY 21, 2020
Proper leadership is a vital component of success in the business world. A great leader can mentor, lead, inspire, and keep the team spirit alive, even in the toughest situations. It is particularly essential as in a dynamic corporate environment; lows outweigh the highs. Just like everything else, leadership also comes in many different styles that one may choose to follow.
Leadership Freak
JULY 22, 2020
It offends me when “good” ideas are resisted and rejected. Anyone who explains what won’t work before considering how it might work is a resistant, naysaying, uncommitted footdragger.
Andrew Chen
JULY 20, 2020
Guest Post by Bangaly Kaba (EIR @ Reforge, Former VP Growth @ Instacart, Instagram). The following was written by Bangaly with contributions by other Reforge EIR’s Elena Verna (Miro, MongoDB, SurveyMonkey) and Fareed Mosavat (Slack, Instacart, Zynga). Reforge is a community for those leading and growing tech companies. To learn more from Bangaly, Elena, and Fareed check out the upcoming Career Accelerator Programs like Product Strategy , Marketing Strategy , and Retention + Engagement Deep
Kevin Eikenberry
JULY 20, 2020
Everyone knows that new things go better when people know what to expect and how things work. That is the idea and intent behind onboarding – providing information and insight to help people succeed and thrive faster in a new job. Onboarding has been taken more seriously and given more attention in recent years for […]. The post The Right First Steps: Tips for Virtual Onboarding appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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.
Vantage Circle
JULY 23, 2020
When we talk about the types of rewards, we are essentially classifying the multiple ways through which you can appreciate your employees better. Typically, the types of rewards can be divided into three main categories- intrinsic versus extrinsic rewards, non-financial versus financial rewards, membership versus performance-based rewards. Unlike popular perceptions, you can reward employees without breaking the bank.
Leadership Freak
JULY 23, 2020
I’d never thrive as a fire chief. Curiosity comes naturally to me. It’s unnatural for me to make statements before asking questions. If you ask me one question, I’ll ask you four.
15Five
JULY 23, 2020
In recent years, we’ve seen the employee engagement/performance management software market explode. Along the way, we’ve come to realize that success takes more than just providing people with the software tools they need. It’s education and training that makes the difference, and a deep commitment to organizational transformation. Meaningful transformation only comes when the deep and difficult work happens.
Kevin Eikenberry
JULY 19, 2020
Zoom. At the beginning of the year, maybe you had heard of this tool for online meetings. Now, like Band-Aid and Xerox, it is a product name that has become a verb. People are creating and sending Zoom links for everything from first grade instruction to daily meetings to conversations between grandparents and grandkids. It […]. The post Making Zoom Work for You and Your Team appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.
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
Vantage Circle
JULY 20, 2020
Writing a good job description is the very first step of a successful recruiting and hiring process. It is essential in helping you attract the most qualified candidates for your job. The trick to writing effective job descriptions is to find the perfect balance of providing enough information so candidates can understand the position and your company while keeping your description concise.
Wendy Hirsch
JULY 20, 2020
Key Points Organize your change success metrics into three categories — completion, achievement, and satisfaction — to ensure you take a comprehensive view of the effectiveness of your change effort. When articulating what success looks like, consider using a range rather than a single point. It is rare to achieve perfection, but progress is often quite doable.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 20, 2020
Today brings author Bruce Tulgan’s latest book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work. It’s all about how to win influence, beat overcommitment, and get the right things done in your workplace. Tulgan says that what truly sets “go-to people” apart is how they think and what they do, including: They understand the peculiar mathematics of real influence – doing the right thing for the long term.
LSA Global
JULY 24, 2020
First Impressions – New Managers Start. You make only one first impression as a new manager, and first impressions matter. People tend to form split-second impressions related to seemingly big characteristics like trustworthiness and competence. Once formed, first impressions are hard to change as people tend to hold onto those speedy judgments stubbornly.
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.
Vantage Circle
JULY 24, 2020
Addressing poor employee performance has always been challenging, uncomfortable, and awkward at the same time. It is a situation that a manager has to face at some point in their career. But what is the exact definition of poor performance? Well, for different organizations, the meaning may vary. But the core definition includes not meeting deadlines, lack of discipline, falling short of expectations, and much more.
Wendy Hirsch
JULY 19, 2020
Key Points A change measurement plan is essential to ensure you don’t just talk about the results you will achieve through an organizational change, but you actually achieve them. When developing your plan, be realistic about the time and effort you can invest in data collection and analysis. It’s often a good idea to focus on a few key measures. Your plan should include how you will monitor and discuss progress towards your goals.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 20, 2020
According to a Microsoft study a few years ago, the average attention span for us ever-scattered humans is now shorter that a goldfish's; eight seconds. So, how do you stand out? How do you communicate effectively? How do you not waste time? Paul Hellman answers these questions and gives you 100 fast and actionable tactics to make your eights seconds meaningful.
Harvard Business Review
JULY 24, 2020
First, don’t make it about you.
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.
Vantage Circle
JULY 22, 2020
Because of the Covid 19 pandemic, organizations around the world depended on the far off working structure. Gradually and consistently, they are presently hoping to continue - by re-opening the workplaces. While they do that, it's critical to have an HR agenda to handle this troublesome stage. Such agendas will differ from organization to organization yet there is certainly a summed up rendition of some particular issues that HRs can keep an eye out before continuing their job on-site.
Vantage Circle
JULY 20, 2020
The biggest asset for an organization is its employees. Achieving better business results, for an organization, is influenced by its ability to hire the top talents and manage them effectively. Irrespective of organization size, managing a workforce is an immense task that will be even harder without the right tools. In order to deal with this, companies are investing in HRMS systems to look into different aspects related to the day-to-day activities of the enterprise.
Vantage Circle
JULY 19, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced organizations to change the way they operate, and a huge number of staff have made the move to working remotely. As with any kind of change, there’s an adjustment period, and the decentralization of the workforce poses many challenges. Change can be tough on employees and the threat of the pandemic has also added an extra burden for many.
Eric Jacobsen Blog
JULY 18, 2020
My two favorite learnings from Stephen Denning ’s book, The Age of Agile: How Smart Companies Are Transforming theWay Work Gets Done , are the following: First, where Denning explains the 10 elements of an organization/company that is passionate about, and driven by, the goal of delighting customers. Those elements are: There is a shared goal of delighting the customer.
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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