Leading Blog
MARCH 27, 2025
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. Bob Rosen on uncertainty: Uncertainty can become our undoing if we are not open to whats around the corner, whether new ideas and experiences or the latest resentments or disappointments. During a state of uncertainty, we must learn to be comfortable with being vulnerable.
Let's Grow Leaders
MARCH 27, 2025
Difficult Conversations: It’s not just WHAT you say, BUT WHERE you say it If youve ever been blindsided by feedback via Slack, had your stomach drop at a cryptic text from your boss, oryes, it happensbeen let go over Zoom, youre not alone. One of the most common complaints I hear about difficult conversations is where they are held. We talk a lot about what to say in a difficult conversation, and how to say itbut we dont talk enough about where that conversation should happen.
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Leadership Freak
MARCH 27, 2025
Radical listening is the heart of leadership. How many aspects of leadership are made worse by listening? Not many. Ive been learning to listen all my life. If you think listening is easy, you arent doing it.
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 27, 2025
Edward M. Marshall 's book, Transforming The Way We Work -- The Power Of The Collaborative Workplace , remains relevant today, more than a decade after Marshall wrote it. Particularly useful is the book's section that teaches readers how to be a collaborative leader. Marshall says that there are seven different, important roles and responsibilities of collaborative leaders when leading teams , and those leaders should select the appropriate style to meet the team's needs.
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HR Digest
MARCH 27, 2025
The upcoming 25% auto tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico are set to ignite a full-blown trade war that will only end with more layoffs in 2025. For the U.S. automotive industry, this is more than a policy change. Its a significant shift that could not only increase car prices by as much as $10,000 but also unleash a fresh wave of layoffs in the auto industry.
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 27, 2025
A new study from the University of Colorado challenges the idea that clearing homeless encampments reduces crime in Denver. The researchers looked at the impact of forced displacements on crime within a quarter-mile to three-quarters of a mile around these sweep sites, analyzing data from November 2019 to July 2023. Their findings show that moving people out of encampments did not lead to lower crime rates and only had minor, short-term effects on a few types of crimes.
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The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 27, 2025
Forgiveness helps people move on and fosters a healthier, more productive workplace, particularly when minor conflicts arise and collaboration is key. But a new study from UC Riverside suggests that mens concerns about their masculinity can get in the way of forgiveness. The study found that men who are anxious about appearing masculine are less likely to forgive a co-worker for small mistakes, like missing an important meeting.
Decker Communication
MARCH 27, 2025
When a senior leader entered the all-hands meeting at a major pharmaceutical company, he faced a room of scientists whose research project had just been shelved after two years of work. The air was thick with the disappointment that follows a clinical trial failure, that weighty moment when data crushes hope. Instead of dissecting their situation using spreadsheets and timelines, the leader did something unexpected: he told a story.
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 27, 2025
In recent years, iRobots Roomba has made significant gains, capturing 20% of the vacuum cleaner market and taking on well-established names like Hoover, Dyson, and Black & Decker. Roombas sleek design and automated features clearly attract buyers, but research from Temple University suggests that the key to its success may lie in its image as an innovative product.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MARCH 27, 2025
Our reader poll today asks: What is the biggest challenge you face when delivering difficult feedback? I get emotional too easily 5.98% I have a hard time separating the behavior from the person 18.91% I struggle to offer concrete behavior change suggestions 10.94% I soften the message too much and the feedback doesnt land 47.76% Something else 16.41% Dont Soft-Peddle Feedback.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
The Center For Leadership Studies
MARCH 27, 2025
Building Your Leadership Brand: A Beginner’s Guide to Defining Your Leadership Whether you’ve actively cultivated a leadership approach or you work on instinct, your brand exists in the minds of others. It influences and potentially enhances your ability to connect with and inspire those around you. Intentionally crafting a positive leadership brand has the power to boost nearly every aspect of your role as a leader.
HR Digest
MARCH 27, 2025
A struggling labor market and job insecurity go hand in handthat is an undeniable fact. As the cost of living keeps going up without a parallel increase in wages and income, it can be very difficult for the average consumer to keep up with the market without drastically changing their spending habits. Surprisingly, a recent report from Bank of America showed that despite the labor market supporting spending right now, cracks are emerging in the facade.
The Center For Leadership Studies
MARCH 27, 2025
Mastering the Art of Persuasion: Communication Techniques for Leaders Persuasionis one of the cornerstones of effective leadership, and it is crucial for motivating teams and achieving organizational goals. Unlike manipulation, which is self-serving and deceitful,persuasionis about leading others with integrity. If you keep your team’s best interest in mind and master this type of influence, it can inspire teams and foster a collaborative environment where everyone aligns with the organiza
HR Digest
MARCH 27, 2025
As the nation faces a persistent economic crisis, one question looms large. Does inflation make it harder to get a job? This interesting interplay between inflation and unemployment is a critical issue shaping the American labor market. From soaring prices to shifting Fed policy on inflation, the impact of inflation on jobs is undeniable. It has left workers and employers alike wading through a tricky job market.
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Roundtable Talk
MARCH 27, 2025
Book: The First 90 Days By: Michael D. Watkins Reviewed by: Kenzie Bertrand The Premise: The First 90 Days by Michael D. Watkins is a practical guide to navigating career transitions and setting yourself up for success in any new rolewhether youre moving into leadership, switching industries, or leveling up your current position. The core […] The post Book Review: The First 90 Days appeared first on The Roundtable.
Innovation Excellence
MARCH 27, 2025
GUEST POST from Shep Hyken Some very popular business sayings are potentially detrimental to your organization. Last week I shared one of my weekly Forbes.com columns titled Five Business Myths You Cannot Afford to Believe. It met with plenty of positive feedback, so Im going to share those five myths with you, plus five more.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 27, 2025
Lessons from SAP’s efforts to reach small- and medium-sized enterprises.
HR Digest
MARCH 27, 2025
We live in a world where talent is both a companys greatest asset and its fiercest weapon. And so, the question of how to reward talented employees is raised more often than you think. Enter the merit increase , a performance-driven pay rise that promises to bridge the gap between effort and employee recognition. Its much more than a mere salary increase; its a strategic tool that can inspire a workforce, retain top talent, and align individual ambition with company success.
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