Leading Blog
JUNE 27, 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. Professor L.A. Paul on how to think about important life choices: “As we live our lives, we find ourselves confronted with a brute fact about how little we can know about our futures—just when it is most important to us that we do know.
Leading in Context
JUNE 26, 2024
By Linda Fisher Thornton We need to get leadership right because so much depends on it. Many global factors are driving changes in ethical leadership expectations, and in high-stakes times, how we handle ethical leadership development can make or break our success. This week I’ve created a graphic that brings the expectations and priorities into clearer focus.
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Leading Blog
JUNE 20, 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. Michel de Montaigne on safeguards: “The infancies of all things are feeble and weak. We must keep our eyes open at their beginnings; you cannot find the danger then because it is so small: once it has grown, you cannot find the cure.
Let's Grow Leaders
JUNE 24, 2024
Stop Cringeworthy Team Building Activities By Avoiding These 3 Mistakes Done well, team building activities deepen connection and trust. They can get your team thinking (and talking about) what matters most. The best team building experiences make it easy to show up a bit more human. And give your team important insights into the humans they work with.
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Employees want meaningful feedback. Without it, 98% disengage from their work (Zippia). But do your managers know how to support them? Use this Quick Start Guide to get the conversation started. Your workers don’t just want jobs; they want careers. Invest in your team by giving them meaningful feedback. 65% of employees want more feedback (Zippia). Workers who get daily feedback are 3x more engaged (Clear Company).
Leadership Freak
JUNE 25, 2024
I learned a powerful model I'm sharing today. Learn to notice the trajectory of conversations. More important, learn to open a door toward the intentional future. Words are rudders. Skillful leaders understand the trajectory of conversations.
Lead from Within
JUNE 26, 2024
In the realm of effective leadership, people management skills are paramount, especially when it comes to identifying and rectifying a toxic work environment. A revealing study by the Workplace Bullying Institute indicates that 61% of U.S. employees are aware of abusive conduct in the workplace. Such toxicity not only hampers productivity but also significantly impacts employee well-being.
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Let's Grow Leaders
JUNE 20, 2024
To prevent recurring conflict conversations, focus on commitment Do you ever get frustrated by conflict conversations that just won’t end? You think you’ve reached an agreement, and a few weeks later you’re back to the same Groundhog Day discussion. Your conversation needs to produce action, or nothing changes. And if nothing changes, it’s worse than if you never had a conversation.
Women on Business
JUNE 26, 2024
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 26, 2024
Failure is often the result of something undone. Goal setting is imagination. Follow through is reality. This post provides solutions for 4 common reasons goal setting conversations fail. Are you having the same conversations over and over?
Lead from Within
JUNE 25, 2024
People management skills are essential for any leader who aims to bring out the best in their team. A LinkedIn survey revealed that 92% of hiring professionals believe soft skills, including people management, are equally or more important than technical skills. This finding highlights the critical role these skills play in leadership success. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen the transformative impact of effective people management on team dynamics and productivity.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
Leading Blog
JUNE 26, 2024
I F SOMEONE was to ask you who is your customer, you would probably easily answer the question. Regardless of what you do at work you probably know who buys the product or service your company makes. Now, if that same someone were to ask you who consumes the work that you personally do, the answer may not come as easily. In a lot of cases, the person who uses what you make isn’t the end customer of your company.
Strategy Driven
JUNE 25, 2024
Hiring the best talent is a tough job, and it’s getting harder. According to recent surveys, 69% of companies struggle to find qualified candidates. The job market is crowded, and the competition is fierce. You need to stand out and showcase why your company is the best place to work. And all this can be done with the help of the right strategies.
Anese Cavanaugh
JUNE 20, 2024
Misaligned energy in your company can lead to significant financial losses, decreased performance, and a negative impact on company culture. Elevating your company’s ability to innovate and achieve forward-thinking outcomes requires a revolutionary approach to cultivate a resilient and energy-focused culture. Discover how Intentional Energetic Presence® and the IEP Method® empowers your leaders and workforce to collaborate effectively, consistently take aligned action, and contribute to a positi
Leadership Freak
JUNE 27, 2024
The expression "holding people accountable" smells like roadkill in July. Some leaders think holding people accountable is getting them to do things they don't want to do. But what can you do when people don't follow through? 5 ways to get beyond holding people accountable.
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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.
Lead from Within
JUNE 20, 2024
Effective management is an art that requires not just knowledge and experience, but also the ability to adapt and apply best practices in various situations. A staggering 82% of managers are said to be lacking in the necessary leadership skills, according to a study by Gallup. However, with the right approach, anyone can refine their management style for superior results.
Leading Blog
JUNE 21, 2024
S UMMER is here. The summer is a perfect time to explore new ideas and perspectives to challenge your thinking and expand your potential. Create a summer reading plan. Try a book you usually don’t pick up. Wally Bock offers his advice on this here. Here are ten suggestions for booksreleased this year to inspire you and help grow your leadership. Supercommunicators : How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection by Charles Duhigg - (February 2024) Come inside a jury room as one juror leads a st
David A Fields
JUNE 25, 2024
Common wisdom says your consulting firm should offer value in order to attract clients. What if that common wisdom is not only wrong, but backwards? You’ve probably encountered advice that consultants should only reach out to prospects when they have a compelling, useful tidbit to offer. For example, an article or white paper, your new … Continued The post Offering Value Is Actually Bad for Your Consulting Business!
CEO Insider
JUNE 24, 2024
What do scuba diving and supply chain management have in common? A lot, as I realized while on a scuba diving break from the hectic business world. It was while underwater, surrounded by calm, that I realized just how similar they are. Learning to scuba dive and mastering the complexities of supply chain management share […] The post High Stakes, High Risk: Master Supply Chain Management with These 5 Scuba Diving Techniques appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.
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 21, 2024
During the Summer months I plan to post on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. There's still time to get in on this week's book giveaway. "Power Phrases.
Lead from Within
JUNE 21, 2024
In an era where remote work has become the new norm, building and maintaining a robust team culture presents unique challenges. According to a Buffer survey, while 99% of employees would like to work remotely at least some of the time, fostering a sense of belonging and cohesion in a virtual environment is a significant concern for many leaders. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve worked with numerous teams transitioning to remote work, helping them create a culture that not only survives but
Strategy Driven
JUNE 20, 2024
In today’s industrial landscape, asbestos remains a critical concern due to its hazardous nature. Many industries still grapple with the risks associated with asbestos exposure, necessitating comprehensive training programs to mitigate these dangers effectively. This blog explores several industries where asbestos training is crucial, highlighting the importance of awareness and safety measures.
HR Digest
JUNE 22, 2024
As we debate the benefits of switching to a three-day or four-day workweek , Greece is adopting a six-day workweek to deal with the economic pressure that has been mounting in the country. Greece’s new workweek policy will allow employees to work six days a week with flexible working hours, opening up the option to work thirteen-hour days if they wish.
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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.
Leadership Freak
JUNE 20, 2024
Shape the world or be shaped by it. Don't go with the flow unless oblivion is your goal. In this post, reflect on ways to adapt and have vision. Consider 4 specific ways you can shape the world today. Share your thoughts as well.
Lead from Within
JUNE 24, 2024
Management is as much about what you shouldn’t do as what you should. A Gallup poll revealed that one in two employees had left a job to get away from a manager and improve their overall life at some point in their career. This statistic underscores the critical impact management practices have on employee retention and satisfaction. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve seen firsthand how certain management missteps can significantly undermine team morale and productivity.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
JUNE 27, 2024
Treating your people like individuals makes them feel seen and improves their performance. Learn how to develop a maxim for treating your team members as individuals. No one wants to be treated like a faceless cog in the machine. We all want to be known as individuals. We want to feel like our wants and needs are important, especially to our leaders.
Strategy Driven
JUNE 20, 2024
In today’s fast-paced industrial landscape, efficiency, and productivity are key factors that determine success. Electric pallet trucks have revolutionized warehouse operations, offering a multitude of benefits that significantly enhance productivity and streamline processes. Let’s delve into how these innovative tools unlock productivity in warehouse environments. 1.
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There’s a new overtime salary threshold that will impact employers across the country. If you have an employee making less than $43,888 on July 1 or less than $58,656 on January 1, you’re going to have to start paying overtime. Download Paycor’s guide to learn: Which groups of employees are affected? How should you classify employees? Best ways to mitigate risk.
HR Digest
JUNE 26, 2024
We’re now getting a closer look at how artificial intelligence is permeating into the workplace setting with news of Target’s generative AI endeavors to support store workers. Target’s AI chatbot, the Store Companion, is scheduled to benefit thousands of the company’s workers, arriving across 2,000 stores in the region by August. The chatbot is designed to help workers navigate their jobs more easily, allowing them to seek answers to questions about processes that are relevant to their work.
The Horizons Tracker
JUNE 25, 2024
In many developing countries, there are lots of people starting their own businesses. More than half of all workers in these growing markets, both men and women, run small businesses. Sadly, many of these entrepreneurs struggle to make a decent living. And for women, it’s even harder because of a gap between men and women that keeps getting in the way of success.
Lead from Within
JUNE 27, 2024
Identifying leadership potential within your team is a crucial aspect of effective management and succession planning. According to a study by the Corporate Executive Board, organizations with strong leadership development practices outperform their competitors by up to 13 times in financial performance. Recognizing future leaders early allows for targeted development, ensuring a robust pipeline for your organization’s leadership succession.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
JUNE 20, 2024
Our reader poll today asks: Have you ever called someone out publicly for their bad behavior? I do it all the time 6.76% I’ve done it, but only after trying to resolve it between just the two of us 38.40% I’ve never done it but have considered it 29.54% I would never do that 8.01% I would never do that, and I think it’s inappropriate for anyone to do so 17.29% Public “call outs” are controversial.
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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.
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