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How to Be a Great Team Player (the person everyone wants to work with)

Let's Grow Leaders

Want to be Everyone’s Favorite Teammate? Master These 4 Cs of Collaboration “Oh, I’m a great team player.” Says anyone who’s ever sat across from us in an interview. The truth is some truly turned out to be. Others not so much. You dont build a solid reputation as a great teammate, by being the fun guy at happy hour, or replying with Sounds good to every email.

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Surviving the 9 Traps of Winning

Leading Blog

I T IS ALWAYS a challenge to change the way you think. And success can make it that much harder. In Seduced by Success , Robert Herbold observes that whether you are talking about individuals, small groups, or large organizations, success generates the risk of falling prey to the mindset of becoming proud, to being very comfortable with your current practices, and to losing your sense of urgency.

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The Illusion of Innovation

Leading Blog

O RGANIZATIONS are better managed than ever before. They have been optimized for safety, security, stability, and control. But what we need going forward is dynamic and, yes, inefficient. What is needed now is some deliberate chaos. In The Illusion of Innovation , author Elliott Parker believes that the focus on capital efficiency makes companies less capable of making big innovation bets that progress society because those bets have an uncertain payoff.

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How to Face the Problem of Happiness

Leadership Freak

The problem with happiness is sadness demands attention. When youre unhappy you know it. You tell your friends. You complain at work. You barely notice when youre happy. No one phones a friend to say, You got a minute. Im happy and I want to talk it over with you.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Why You MUST Learn ChatGPT Today.

Rich Gee Group

Listen to the audio The best way to predict the future is to create it. Peter Drucker In business, standing still is the fastest way to get passed. Suppose youre an executive or business owner not leveraging tools like ChatGPT. In that case, youre voluntarily pulling your company over to the side of the road while your competitors blow by in the fast lane.

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Self-Check For Sharing Opinions (Responsibly)

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton Lately weve been seeing too much content that is not grounded in understanding. Some of it is intentionally misleading and some of it is well-intentioned but misinformed. What this means is that we have to learn how to recognize misinformation, but also, and even more importantly, carefully tend how we convey our own opinions.

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Questions that Expose Bad Bosses

Leadership Freak

The worst thing about a bad boss is they don't think they're bad. This post has 26 questions that expose bad bosses. Improvement is possible once you know if you need to improve.

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Leadership Impact Is a Choice: How Are You Choosing?

Anese Cavanaugh

Happy 2025! As we step into a new year, I want to begin with a heartfelt thank-you for being here and for engaging with this work. Today, Im sharing some reflections, a look at recent changes within our organization, and an invitation to consider how youre choosing to lead this year.

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Meeting Rhythms - THE Backbone of Your 20 Mile March

Sales Wolf Blog

As a Founder or CEO, you are well aware that success in business is rarely about dramatic leaps forward. Success in anything - especially building and scaling a business is about disciplined, consistent progress over time. Jim Collins 20 Mile March concept beautifully captures this principle: defining a steady pace of achievement and sticking to it regardless of external circumstances.

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The Hidden Power Of Organizational Traditions In Building Success

Tanveer Naseer

How are some organizations able to consistently outperform their competitors? While their on-going successes might involve cutting-edge technologies or innovative processes, theres something else that fuels their peak performance the power of organizational traditions. In this edition of my Leadership Espresso Shot series, I share a personal story about.

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HR’s Blueprint for a Successful 2025

The HR industry is changing. Did you know… 1. There will be 4M more jobs than workers by 2033 ( BLS ). 2. For 84% of workers, flexibility is a top priority ( FlexJobs ). 3. 75% of employees have used AI at work ( CFO.com ). It’s time to meet the moment! Use Paycor’s guide to design a blueprint for success.

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One Easy Active Listening Skill Leaders Can Use for More Connection, Influence, and Better Conflict Resolution

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 287: Do you know how to use active listening to turn workplace conflicts into meaningful connections? Weve all been in tense conversations where emotions run high, and communication breaks down. This episode teaches you a simple strategy for using listening skills to transform conflict into connection and collaboration, improving your relationships at work and beyond.

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Stop Glamorizing the Pursuit of Excellence

Leadership Freak

The pursuit of excellence insults those who likethings as they are. Short-term thinkers reject the pursuit of excellence. Stagnant organizations die because the pursuit of excellence hurts at first. Hierarchy dislikes the pursuit of excellence because it offends snobbery. Here are 4 alerts for leaders dedicated to the pursuit of excellence.

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How Old-School Leadership Is Killing Innovation Faster Than You Think

Lead from Within

Traditional leadership approaches are destroying innovation potential at an alarming rate, with 76% of employees reporting their best ideas die in bureaucratic approval processes. In my two decades coaching Fortune 500 executives, I’ve witnessed how outdated leadership practices consistently undermine creative potential and organizational growth.

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How to Stay Relevant in Today’s Evolving Job Market

Women on Business

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5 Ways to Improve DE&I in the Workplace

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical for an organization’s success. And companies that take bold action to help ensure an inclusive workplace will win every time. Discover how your company can create a culture that celebrates DE&I while achieving higher revenue and growth.

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Seven tips to build a personal brand as an independent management consultant

Chartered Management Institute

Advice: Seven tips to build a personal brand as an independent management consultant Written by Ian Wylie Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Building a strong personal brand isnt just for influencers its a necessity for independent management consultants seeking to compete against bigger consulting firms Recent research from Morning Consult reveals that two-thirds of Gen Z adults view a robust personal brand as essential in the world of work, much more th

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How a UX Leadership Team at a Fortune 100 Organization Leveraged the IEP Method® to Navigate Transition and Build Leadership Resilience

Anese Cavanaugh

Transitioning from remote work to in-office collaboration isnt just a logistical challenge its a leadership challenge. For a 14-person UX leadership team at a Fortune 100 company, preparing for an impending return-to-office (RTO) mandate brought a unique set of hurdles: adapting to new dynamics, managing the energy required for effective in-person collaboration, and integrating leadership presence with demanding workloads.

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Think Like the Boss to Become the Boss

Leadership Freak

People need things from the boss. They show up to ask, explain, and justify. You want the boss to support you. Learn to think like the boss so you can thrive. Notice when the boss bristles. Avoid those behaviors. You build a foundation for mutual success when you think like the boss.

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How To Find And Work With A Mentor

Eric Jacobson

Fortunately, I've benefited from having great mentors throughout my career. And I've have the honor and good fortune to be a mentor, both formally and informally, for various individuals the past few decades. Mentoring is powerful. Both being a mentor. And being mentored. That's why I became an instant fan of the book, One Minute Mentoring: How to Find and Work With a Mentor -- and Why You'll Benefit from Being One.

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No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results

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.

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5 Success Tips for Women in the Hospitality Industry This 2025

Women on Business

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Why Moral Authority Matters

Frank Sonnenberg Online

When a boss, parent, or any authority figure demands that you do something, you comply. After all, theyre in charge and have the title to prove it. However, just because you do what they say doesnt mean that your heart will be in it. Conversely, think of a person who you truly admire. They possess strong moral character, impeccable values, and a mission that you fully support.

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Entrepreneurship Education Often Falls Flat In Poorer Regions

The Horizons Tracker

In regions where formal employment opportunities are scarce, entrepreneurship is often promoted as a key way to improve livelihoods. Many development organizations have adopted market-based strategies to combat poverty, offering education and training programs to help microentrepreneurs innovate in their businesses. However, evidence shows that these programs often struggle to bring about lasting changes in how entrepreneurs operate.

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Wisdom Adapts – Fools Persist

Leadership Freak

Tenacity is the reason problems persist. Endurance is great until it doesnt work. Nagging frustration over the same problem means youre repeatedly doing things thatdont work. Sometimes wisdom adapts by trying something that feels wrong. Keep reading for 5 ways wisdom adapts.

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Innovation: Five Signs You Might Be Faking It

Every company wants to be a leader in innovation, but how can you tell if your company is really innovating or just going through the motions? See the 5 signs you might be faking innovation and what to do if you are.

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The Science Of Personality And The Workplace

Eric Jacobson

In the book, Good Judgment , author Richard Davis , PhD , explains what the science of personality is and how it works, and how all of us can use it to improve our working relationships, careers, and lives. Understanding the science of personality and how to utilize it is the key to exercising good judgment, shares Davis. The ability to read others personalities quickly and accurately, overcoming biases and prejudices that might skew our perception, is critical when making decisions and managing

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How To Use Your Graduation Announcements to Land a New Gig

Women on Business

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The Truth about Who Wants to Get Better

Mark Sanborn

When I wrote The Potential Principle, I delved into what drives people to improve. The findings were eye-opening. Heres what I discovered about peoples commitment to getting better: Commitment Is High, But Follow-Through Falls Short A promising 59% of people say they are very committed to self-improvement. This reflects an encouraging mindsetmost of us want to get better.

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How Can Automation Impact Strategic Decision Making?

The Horizons Tracker

In the film Margin Call , the Jeremy Irons character outlines the crux of his job. “I’m here for one reason and one reason alone. I’m here to guess what the music might do a week, a month, a year from now. That’s it. Nothing more,” he explains. This emphasis on strategy and big-picture thinking epitomises the modern view of leadership.

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10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue

In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.

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5 Guaranteed Ways to be Less Dull

Leadership Freak

Most people arent as interesting as they think. There are three reasons leaders are boring communicators. They are infatuated with their own ideas. They are explaining how to do someone's job. Or they are trying to prove their competence. In the most toxic cases, all three are true. You dont have to be charismatic, just less dull.

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10 Disciplines To Help You Stay Sharp And Energetic

Eric Jacobson

The book, Shine , is a transformative guide that illustrates how looking inward is the key to unlocking true entrepreneurial freedom. Certainly, Shine is a book for entrepreneurs, however, it is bound to benefit any business leader. Entrepreneurs often have a burning need to succeed. But that same relentless brilliance that propels you in your career can take a toll on your teams, personal relationships, and even your health, explain author Gino Wickman and coauthor Rob Dube.

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Costco Shareholders Vote in Favor of Maintaining Its DEI Policies

HR Digest

A Costco shareholders vote on the matter of DEI has taken a surprising turn, contrary to the general anti-DEI shift weve seen among businesses over the last few months. Costco was presented with an anti-DEI proposal from the think tank the National Center for Public Policy Research. The organization had formulated a proposal to dissuade the investment in DEI principles and initiatives currently maintained by the organization.

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Which Leadership Style is Best for Managing Change?

The Center For Leadership Studies

Change is happening faster and more frequently than ever before. According to Accentures 2024 Pulse of Change Index , the last four years has seen the rate of change affecting businesses rise by 183%. In the last year alone, its risen by 33%. To manage this onslaught of change effectively, modern leaders need to develop a solid approach to smoothly navigate the nuances of any situation, including situations of uncertainty.

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The HR Leader’s Workforce Management Guide

In today’s fast-paced business world, effective workforce management (WFM) isn’t just an option—it’s a necessity.