Leading Blog
JUNE 15, 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. Boyd Clark and Ron Crossland on how leaders need to fill in the blanks: “When leaders communicate facts alone, constituents fill in the emotional and symbolic blanks. The same is true for the other channels.
Next Level Blog
JUNE 14, 2023
The words we use have power. The power to clarify and inspire as well as the power to confuse and annoy. When it comes to generating confusion, annoyance, and a lot of other negative emotions, commonly used corporate buzzwords have a special power all their own. Here are five buzzwords that I’d like to nominate for banishment in favor of plain English alternatives.
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Let's Grow Leaders
JUNE 16, 2023
Achieve Success Together: How Great Teamwork Turns Talent into Performance Are you ready to learn how great teamwork can propel your organization into high performance? This week on #AskingForaFriend I have a conversation with my friend Dr. David Burkus about what makes a great team. What are the characteristics of a great team? We know that effective collaboration and cohesive teamwork lay the foundation for innovation, productivity, and overall organizational success.
N2Growth Blog
JUNE 12, 2023
Young entrepreneurs often found start-up companies with great ideas and the drive to make them a reality. While these individuals may have the passion and creativity to get their business off the ground, they often need more experience and expertise to lead a company to long-term success. This is where senior leadership comes in and can bring added value to the business.
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Leading Blog
JUNE 12, 2023
I N BUSINESS, as in sports, the aspect that distinguishes the best teams from the mediocre teams comes down to collaboration. Yet many times, companies struggle with sharing and aligning functional plans. Too often, managers put their heads down and focus only on their own departments. But setting goals in functional silos and then hoping that everything works itself out across the organization is an unlikely path to success.
Tanveer Naseer
JUNE 14, 2023
Over the past several weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of delivering keynotes to several audiences on a wide range of issues leaders are grappling with today – from how to better navigate the current turbulent waters of change, to how leaders can create impact in a fast evolving and transforming. Click to continue reading Over the past several weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of delivering keynotes to several audiences on a wide range of issues leaders are grappling with today – from how to better navig
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 15, 2023
Dead people are certain. The rest of us stumble forward. Values, talent, opportunity, and personal interests provide direction. But the path emerges as you take the next step, not before.
Leading Blog
JUNE 16, 2023
C ARY GRANT enjoyed reading—often in the evenings with a scotch. He was inclined to read biographies, current affairs, and self-help books. As a parent dedicated to learning, he especially loved reading to his daughter Jennifer. She remembers, “I can still feel the perfect ease of our Hampton summer days, swimming, boating, tennis, reading, and backgammon by the pool with burgers.
Leading in Context
JUNE 14, 2023
By Linda Fisher Thornton Research is showing that diet sodas do not help prevent weight loss, and in fact may be a cause of weight gain. How can this be? Since the way we understand it depends on which kind of thinking we use, let's examine the issue using several different kinds of thinking.
Let's Grow Leaders
JUNE 12, 2023
What To Say Next When Your Boss Gets Cranky Maybe it’s a side effect of passion, intensity, or creativity, but have you ever noticed that many high-achieving managers also have a moody dark side? Moody people are hard to work around. If it’s your boss who is moody, it’s even more challenging. You might feel tempted to avoid your moody boss, keep your head down, and just survive.
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 13, 2023
You are influenced by parents, friends, teachers, and society. Some bolster your outlook and encourage you to reach for the sky. Naysayers undermine your future. Some folks have your best interest at heart.
Lead from Within
JUNE 12, 2023
As a leader, it is easy to get caught up in making excuses for why things are not going as planned. However, effective leaders recognize that excuses are a hindrance to their own success, as well as the success of their team. Here are ten common excuses that effective leaders should never make: I don’t have the money or budget.” Great leaders find ways to work within their budget and make the most of their resources.
Tanveer Naseer
JUNE 10, 2023
AI adoption has more than doubled since its inception in 2017 when it first entered the realm of marketing. In just six years, businesses have learned to use this technology to speed up their processes and enhance profits. Process automation is the most widespread use of AI today, particularly as.
Women on Business
JUNE 16, 2023
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 14, 2023
Everyone I work with is working on the same thing. It’s been that way since the first coaching conversation I had years ago in Dunkin Donuts (Dunkin’s was two words back then).
Lead from Within
JUNE 14, 2023
As a leader, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of managing others. However, it’s important to remember that your own personal and professional development is just as crucial to the success of your team and organization. One way to prioritize your growth as a leader is to invest in coaching opportunities.
The Horizons Tracker
JUNE 15, 2023
The furlough schemes deployed around the world to stave off mass unemployment during the Covid pandemic were a huge labor market experiment the likes of which have never been seen before. Research from Cranfield University suggests that it showed the power of part-time work to bring people back into the workforce. The researchers believe that the experience with furloughing during the pandemic has given employers deep exposure to more flexible ways of working.
Women on Business
JUNE 15, 2023
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Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership
Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.
Leadership Freak
JUNE 16, 2023
10 Unexpected Actions That Energize Your Team Today Life is better for you when you fuel other people’s energy. What could you do today to energize others?
Lead from Within
JUNE 15, 2023
Great leaders understand that their words and actions have a big impact on their team’s morale, productivity, and overall success. While it’s important for leaders to be open, honest, and transparent, there are certain things that they should never say to their employees. Here are 12 things that great leaders never say to their team: “I’m the boss, do what I say.” Great leaders don’t rely on their positional power to get things done.
Strategy Driven
JUNE 16, 2023
The estate planning process can be complex. Many people enter into a second marriage with existing assets like IRAs, insurance policies, and workplace pensions that need to be changed. If you have a blended family, these assets can create significant issues upon your death. Clear communication, working with an experienced attorney, and routinely reviewing your plan can help.
Women on Business
JUNE 14, 2023
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 12, 2023
I typed, “Reason to live,” in Google and got a text number for the suicide hotline. Maybe you got up like a zombie, but you need a reason to live.
Lead from Within
JUNE 16, 2023
Leadership involves a range of emotions and can be a very personal experience. As a leader, you are likely deeply invested in the success of your company, as well as the well-being and performance of your employees. However, this level of personal investment can sometimes lead to emotionally charged situations that can cause you to lose your temper.
The Horizons Tracker
JUNE 15, 2023
It’s estimated that 40% of EU territory consists of border regions, with 1.3 million crossing borders to work on a regular basis. The potential of these cross-border regions is substantial but largely untapped. Research from the University of Finland explores border regions, such as the area of Cascadia that connects Seattle in the United States and Vancouver in Canada.
Women on Business
JUNE 13, 2023
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
HR Digest
JUNE 12, 2023
Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly revolutionizing the field of human resources (HR), bringing about significant changes in the way businesses operate. From automating tasks to enhancing decision-making processes and providing valuable insights, AI is empowering HR professionals to better support employees. Here are some of the key ways in which AI is transforming HR: 1.
Lead from Within
JUNE 13, 2023
Leading a team can be a challenging task, especially when that team is made up of individuals with a mix of personality types. One of the key differences among team members is whether they are introverts or extraverts. While these terms are often used to describe how people interact with the world around them, they can also have a significant impact on how people respond to leadership and communication styles.
Strategy Driven
JUNE 16, 2023
As executives and business leaders there is a lot on our plate. In business there are many needs and urgent matters to attend to. As business leaders this is a fast based Olympic like game we play. Then we add family, children, grandchildren, personal hobbies, social time, and some vacation to this mix. We are clearly “Big People” and have “Big Lives.
Skip Prichard
JUNE 12, 2023
An Interview with Bob Lisser Achieving sustained and profitable growth is a goal for commercial entities worldwide. It demands meticulous planning, strategic execution, and a team of dedicated individuals working towards a common objective. Bob Lisser, author and business strategist, unveils the secrets to unlocking this growth advantage in his book aptly titled The Growth Advantage.
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