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Leading Through Low Morale: How to Stay Strong When Everything Feels Uncertain

Let's Grow Leaders

In Times of Chaos and Low Morale, Lead Yourself First You love your work. Youve dedicated so many years to serving your people, the mission, and making a difference. But now, everythings changed. Day after day, you face a new set of decisions that make little sense. If anything, they seem to oppose the very work youve committed your life to. Your team is suffering.

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Questions that Encourage Post-Traumatic Growth

Leadership Freak

Turbulence isn't going away. It often increases. Crap is fertilizer. Post-traumatic growth is the norm. About 7 in 100 people experience post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in their lifetime. Approximately 50 to 66 in 100 people experience post-traumatic growth (PTG). Here's how to ask questions that make PTG likely.

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How to Avoid the Jerk Boss Trap

Leadership Freak

Power blinds. Some become the jerk boss they never intended. The pressures of leading push people toward destructive behaviors. Some people become the jerk boss they never intended. Bosses dont become jerks overnight because they were awarded a fancy title.

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More Flow, Less Friction: Scaling with the Right People in the Right Roles

Sales Wolf Blog

Optimize hiring, onboarding, and team alignment with psychometric assessments. Reduce friction, enhance flow, and scale your business the right way.

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10 HR Metrics for 2025: HR Data Toolkit

The right HR metrics can illuminate hidden trends, justify decisions to the C-suite, and give you an edge in this unpredictable economy. Download Paycor’s guide and learn how to calculate your: Cost-per-Hire Total Financial Impact of Absences Voluntary Turnover Rate And more!

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The Power Of Continuous Learning – The Key To Staying Relevant In A Changing World

Tanveer Naseer

What do Satya Nadella, Mary Barra, Warren Buffett, and Indra Nooyi share in common? Yes, theyre all successful leaders. But the trait they all share is they love to learn. They have this insatiable curiosity to know what they dont know and because of that, theyre not afraid to.

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Lead Where You Stand: How to Show Up and Lead from Any Position

Anese Cavanaugh

When you think about leadership, what comes to mind? Do you picture someone leading a cause, marching ahead with a clear vision, tackling challenges with focus and determination? Or perhaps you envision a leader setting the course, bringing people along, taking risks, and empowering others? These images are common representations of leadership but they aren't the whole picture.

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Best & Worst States for Women (2025)

Women on Business

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Japan’s Smart Security Strategy – And Why Europe Needs to Catch Up Before It’s Too Late

CEO Insider

Japan has been one of the most skilled players in global security for years. Although its constitution, written after World War II, technically bans it from having a traditional military, Japan has still managed to build one of the most advanced self-defense forces in the world, placing it among the top military spenders globally. It […] The post Japans Smart Security Strategy And Why Europe Needs to Catch Up Before Its Too Late appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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How To Dream Big And Win In Business

Eric Jacobson

In Dream Big and Win , author Liz Elting shares the lessons she learnedboth the successes and failureswhile building a billion-dollar company from scratch. She explains why you need not only passion and purpose to win big, but also: a willingness to take decisive action grit sweat equity determination positive attitude Eltings fascinating story began with her entirely self-funded business launch that started in a dorm room.

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Social Networks Influence The Impact Of Social Welfare Programs

The Horizons Tracker

A new study led by Bangor University, funded by the Nuffield Foundation and the British Academy, examined how social networks and community ties affect the resolution of social welfare problems. The research found that the size and interconnectedness of social networks have limited impact on resolving issues like debt, housing, or healthcare. Instead, the complexity of the problem is the biggest factor.

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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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The Leaderly Pursuit of Advice

Leadership Freak

I recently encouraged a leader to seek advice from a member of her board. She said that she wanted to talk to him but was concerned about perception. Would he think shes weak? I explained that he will think you're smart if you do it skillfully. Successful leaders seek wisdom from others.

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SSA tightens recovery rules for Social Security overpayments in 2025

HR Digest

As of March 10, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced a shift in its approach to Social Security overpayments recovery. The SSA is now reversing previous leniency and launching what many are calling a Social Security overpayments crackdown. Starting March 27, 2025, the SSA will begin withholding 100% of monthly benefits in order to recover overpayments.

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The Challenge of Succession

CEO Insider

Succession planning is often a company’s greatest challenge, especially for a founder, CEO, or top executive. Yet, despite its importance, most enterprises need to handle succession better. Even some of the most significant corporations have turned from industry dominance and global acclaim to inconsequence and failure simply because they didnt have a viable succession strategy. […] The post The Challenge of Succession appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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Five Must-Read Business Books To Read This Spring

Eric Jacobson

Stumped for what business books to add to your spring (or spring break) reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. Author Paul Smith explains why storytelling has emerged as a vital skill for every leader and manager.

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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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The Simple Change That Can Make Teams More Ethical

The Horizons Tracker

Instead of ending a meeting by asking if anyone has questions, new research from UT Arlington suggests a different approach: ask participants if they can think of anything that might go wrong with the plan. This gets people thinking about who might be affected or if theres a part of the project we havent considered, the authors explain. It helps identify potential issues before they turn into ethical problems.

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Words Are Rudders – Questions Are Guides

Leadership Freak

The quality of your conversations is determined by the quality of your questions. David Brooks Here are four things to ask about when you want have a great conversation.

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How HR can stand firm in a 2025 recession

HR Digest

Is a recession coming in 2025? The question haunts boardrooms, breakrooms and the Wall Street alike. Its a threat that refuses to be easily settled. According to Goldman Sachs recession predictions, we may see a modest 15% risk, while JP Morgan touts it at 35% by December. The US economic outlook looks murky as well, with GDP growth limping towards 2%, and the inflation stubbornly at 3%, and consumer confidence witnessing a 10% drop in February.

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Situational Leadership: How to Adapt Your Leadership Style?

Niagara Institute

Some say, 'Delegate more!' while others warn, 'Don't micromanage.' The truth is, there's no one-size-fits-all answer because effective leadership is all about adapting to different situations.

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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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University of Huddersfield

Chartered Management Institute

Case Study AI and the Future of Management The University of Huddersfield has recently launched the first CMI Dual Accredited MSc in Applied Artificial Intelligence (AI), a pioneering course designed to equip students with both practical AI expertise and strategic business skills. We spoke with Dr. George Bargiannis, subject area leader on AI and Carolyn Leyland, Marketing Manager at Huddersfield, to explore how theyre integrating management and leadership principles into a traditionally technic

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Does Pay Transparency Harm Teamwork?

The Horizons Tracker

Pay transparencybeing open about employee salariesis gaining ground across the U.S. Since 2018, nearly half of states, including New York, have passed or are considering laws requiring companies to share pay information. Supporters believe this could help reduce wage gaps, but it raises questions about how this openness might affect workplace relationships.

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Stop Offering Encouragement – Do This Instead

Leadership Freak

Some people reject encouragement. You say something good. They reply with something bad. Every affirmation is met with, Yeah, but. Sometimes you reject self-encouragement. You say to yourself, You got this, and your inner critic says, No you dont. Use curiosity to encourage people. Here's how.

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Leading Team Strengths to Solve Team Weaknesses | #LeadMorale #Leadership

Kate Nasser

Leading team strengths can reduce team weaknesses through leading morale and employee engagement. Kate Nasser, Author, Leading Morale The post Leading Team Strengths to Solve Team Weaknesses | #LeadMorale #Leadership appeared first on KateNasser.com.

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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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Four Key Reasons Women Aren’t Reaching the C-Suite Fast Enough—and How We Can Change That

CEO Insider

We know that companies with strong diversity outperform their peer groups, but were not making progress at the rate youd expect. Spoiler alert and it is not because women lack the skills to lead companies! According to a Catalyst study in 2022, women are leaning into advanced degrees, exceeding men in bachelors degrees, masters […] The post Four Key Reasons Women Arent Reaching the C-Suite Fast Enoughand How We Can Change That appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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How to Build Your Own AI Assistant

Harvard Business Review

If you can describe a project in plain language, you have what it takes to customize a valuable AI assistant.

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Do Men And Women Benefit Equally From Minimum Wage Increases

The Horizons Tracker

In recent years, U.S. workers in lower-wage jobs like waiting tables or stocking shelves have benefited from minimum wage increases. Women, who tend to be overrepresented in such jobs, often see larger financial gains than men, even though the policies are gender-neutral. However, a new study from the Kellogg School complicates this narrative. It shows that when overall well-being is considered, women may actually benefit less than men from a rise in the minimum wage.

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Toxic Behaviors that Poison Teams

Leadership Freak

Toxic teams spiral inward and downward. Reaching high requires high-functioning teams. How to lead a toxic team: Assume silence is agreement. Question motives. Avoid tough topics. Tolerate drifters. Interrupt each other. Get lost in the weeds. More.

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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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The psychological toll of the white-collar recession in 2025

HR Digest

Layoffs in 2025 have carved a grim tally. According to Challenger, Gray & Christmas, employers have announced almost 222,000 job cuts so far the highest year-to-date total since 2009. This white-collar recession has descended with a ferocity, slashing jobs in tech, finance and consulting at an unprecedented rate. The trail of current white-collar unemployment is both a sad statistic and a story.

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Leading Thoughts for March 6, 2025

Leading Blog

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. Andrew Kakabadse , Nada Kakabadse , and Linda Davies on leading to learn: It is clear that successful leadership is never truly mastered as it is an organic service which must be ever refreshed and refined.

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Is Incrementalism Holding Back Your AI Strategy?

Harvard Business Review

If you’re only focused on optimizing your current business model, you risk falling behind AI-first competitors.

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Has Going Public Really Lost Its Appeal?

The Horizons Tracker

Its easy to misinterpret the numbers. When you look at a graph showing the number of U.S. public companies from 1980 to 2020, and see a 50 percent drop after 1996, its tempting to think that going public has lost its appeal in the U.S. This might lead to doubts about the competitiveness of the U.S. economy and stock market. Things look worse when you compare the U.S. with other countries.

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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.