Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 24, 2024

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Alison Green

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Its where are you now? month at Ask a Manager, and all December Im running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Remember the letter-writer whose interviewer said an employee was unhappy he was interviewing her (#3 at the link)? Heres the update. What.

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Hospitality Assets Education Manager 110

Alison Green

DECEMBER 20, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. This comment section is open for any non-work-related discussion youd like to have with other readers, by popular demand. Here are the rules for the weekend posts.

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Manager 93

BetterUp

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Jump to section What are unwanted thoughts? How to control your mind Why is it important to control your mind? What are the benefits of controlling your mind?

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Benefits 88

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.

Diversity

Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Stop worrying about things you cant do. Focus on action. Here are 5 innovative action prompts. Which one takes you where you want to go today? Choose an action item that makes a difference for others.

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Leadership Development 70

Chris LoCutro

DECEMBER 24, 2024

“Chris, how do I grow my business without sacrificing my values?” Scaling your business is one of the most exciting journeys you can take, but its also one of the toughest. How do you grow without losing sight of what matters most? Thats the challenge were diving into on this episode of The Chris LoCurto Show. Whether youre just starting to think about growth or youre deep into scaling, this roadmap will help you make values-driven decisions that lead to sustainable success.

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Scaling Implementation Marketing Operations 52

Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 19, 2024

With Expert Inputs from : Saurabh Deshpande - People Culture Expert In the competitive arena of global leadership, the way we recognize achievements can make all the difference between ordinary outcomes and extraordinary successes. Strategic recognition isn’t just about celebrating victories; it’s about leveraging acknowledgment to fuel innovation, strengthen alliances, and drive sustainable growth.

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Employee Engagement Inclusion Retention Benchmarking 78

Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Santa Claus asks, What do you want? Leaders get further when they know what the people around them want.

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Leadership Development 69

Michael McKinney

DECEMBER 20, 2024

E MPOWERMENT has turned into a buzzword thats lost its meaning. We all know what being powerfulor, euphemistically, influentiallooks like. But to be empoweringhow clear is that? Worse than unclear, empowering is widely misunderstood. For forceful leaders, its seen as giving power away; giving power to your staff means giving up your power. Its easy for forceful leaders to feel that granting power to others takes away from their own power or that they are somehow rendered passive, as one forceful

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Staffing Energy Manager 68

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 25, 2024

If you’re trying to find your leadership voice, this episode is for you.

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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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Alison Green

DECEMBER 23, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Its where are you now? month at Ask a Manager, and all December Im running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. There will be more posts than usual this week, so keep checking back throughout the day. Remember the letter-writer whose employee was passing off ChatGPT lists as his own ideas ?

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Engineering Energy Software Manager 95

Lolly Daskal

DECEMBER 26, 2024

The surprising reason great leaders are so hard to find isn’t about talent scarcity or competitive compensation. Behind every leadership selection mistake lies an inconvenient truth: organizations consistently misidentify genuine leadership capability. Despite sophisticated recruitment processes and substantial development investments, 82% of companies select the wrong indicators of executive excellence.

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Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 23, 2024

And what happened, then? Well, in Whoville they say that the Grinchs small heart grew three sizes that day. Dr. Suess What would happen if your heart grew three sizes?

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Leadership Development 60

AIHR

DECEMBER 19, 2024

A new hires first 90 days are crucial in determining whether they thrive or struggle at the company. Providing support and constructive feedback with 90-day reviews can motivate new employees to remain in their roles, minimizing turnover and its related costs. This article explores how the 90-day review process can support new hires’ success, empower managers to lead effectively and foster a high-performing, supportive culture that keeps top talent engaged.

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Onboarding Metrics Manager Retention 59

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

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 24, 2024

Becoming a manager doesnt mean that you have to have all the answers. And you shouldnt feel pressured to have them, either. When a team member comes to you with a question, instead of providing immediate solutions, you can facilitate the problem-solving process, which can help your team develop judgment and ownership. Its okay to take time to think before responding, as thoughtful deliberation is a sign of strong leadership.

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Manager Leadership Development 127

Alison Green

DECEMBER 24, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Its where are you now? month at Ask a Manager, and all December Im running updates from people who had their letters here answered in the past. Remember the letter-writer who wrote about being a black woman in government who had been told to monitor her tone and not dominate conversations ?

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Government Manager 100

Refresh

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The winter months can be tough for everyone, but especially tough for healthcare workers due to long hours… The post Navigating Seasonal Affective Disorder: Tips for Healthcare Workers During the Job Search first appeared on The Express Blog.

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Staffing 52

Leadership Freak

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Personal goals make sense when they express and extend your experiences, values, aspirations, and talents. Ask, How can I express or extend my talents, before setting personal goals for 2025. Ask 5 questions. Don't miss the free download of the complete list of questions to ask before setting personal goals.

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Leadership Development 59

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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Vantage Circle

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Isn’t it fascinating how much workplaces have evolved over time? Just the other day, while sitting down with my dad over the dinner table, our conversation took a nostalgic turn to his working days. And what I heard completely blew my mind. Back then, the work scenario was different; it centred around going to the office, completing tasks, and returning home.

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Employee Engagement Inclusion Metrics Diversity 54

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 19, 2024

AI skills, setting boundaries, capturing value, and more — these eight conversations resonated most with our listeners this year.

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Manager 84

Stephen Warrilow

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Focus On Process Not Outcome In so many areas of our lives, we focus on the outcome, not the process that we follow to achieve it. In the western world, we are conditioned to pay less attention to how we hold and draw the bow and instead we focus on hitting the bullseye. You cant control where the arrow lands but you can master the art of drawing the bow.

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Refresh

DECEMBER 23, 2024

The influence of professional development on career and personal growth is undeniable. From expanding your job prospects to… The post The Importance of Investing in Yourself first appeared on The Express Blog.

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Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too

Lolly Daskal

DECEMBER 24, 2024

The disconnect between leadership success and help-seeking behavior creates a critical vulnerability in organizational effectiveness. While many executives pride themselves on self-reliance, this mindset can limit innovation, slow decision-making, and increase strategic risk. Research demonstrates that leaders who master the art of requesting assistance build stronger teams and achieve superior business outcomes.

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Diversity Implementation Employee Engagement Leadership Development 52

AIHR

DECEMBER 23, 2024

From harnessing the power of AI and expanding the value we offer to our members to helping global HR teams upskill and providing innovative products and services for HR professionals, 2024 has been another wonderful year for us at AIHR. Lets take a look at the strides weve made! Our year in numbers It wouldnt be a proper wrap-up of the year without some numbers to highlight our achievements in 2024.

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Scaling Human Resources Benchmarking Implementation 52

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 19, 2024

Digital twins enable businesses to repeatedly simulate and optimize complex multivariable problems, cutting the learning costs that come with experimenting in the physical world. Once the exclusive province of big business, small and medium enterprises (SMEs) can now use AI to advanced digital twins that enable them to repeatedly simulate and optimize complex multivariable problems.

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Implementation Operations Manager 88

Michael McKinney

DECEMBER 19, 2024

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. Nido Qubein on becoming a transformational leader: Our team knows that the highest order of leadership is to tell the truth. Yet, that is just the beginning. You consciously and intentionally have to bring your business, social, spiritual, and family lives together; each plays a part in who you are as a leader.

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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

Refresh

DECEMBER 19, 2024

After a major weather event or emergency, the well-being and safety of your employees should be the top… The post Ensuring Employee Support After an Emergency first appeared on The Express Blog.

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Lolly Daskal

DECEMBER 20, 2024

I have spent decades advising CEOs, executives, and senior leadership teams globally in both Fortune 500 companies and emerging market enterprises. Through my work with global organizations, diplomatic corps, and government institutions, I have witnessed how the most influential leaders inspire excellence without demanding it. My research and direct experience transforming leadership capabilities reveals a clear pattern: leaders who master authentic influence drive 43% higher team productivity a

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Benchmarking Talent Development Government Succession Planning 52

Association Now Leadership

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Associations dont often plan for an executives sudden departure, but its worth thinking ahead. A nonprofit financial pro explains the steps. Uncertainty is draining on an organization, never more so than when the uncertainty is around the chief executive. A leaders abrupt departure can throw a wrench in an associations best-laid plans, but most organizations are ill-prepared for it: According to one study, less than half of nonprofits have a written succession plan.

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Succession Planning Nonprofit Risk Management Operations 52

Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 25, 2024

Consultant Keith Ferrazzi explains how “radical adaptability” at the team and organizational levels helps some companies come out on top.

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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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