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Stop Right There! 5 Phrases that Crush Collaboration and Tank Teamwork

Let's Grow Leaders

If you want better collaboration, eliminate these phrases from your team communication. You didn’t mean to tick them off, but here you are. Your words backfiring like a faulty engine, and now a cloud of awkwardness fills the room. You know collaboration matters and you want to be a team player. So what went wrong? 5 Phrases to Avoid if You Want Better Collaboration on Your Team Let’s talk about some of the most common phrases that sabotage collaboration, why they’re so annoying

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The Strategic Advantage of Implementing a Junior Advisory Board in Your Organization

N2Growth Blog

In today’s dynamic and ever-changing business landscape, fostering a culture of innovation within an organization is imperative. One transformative strategy gaining popularity among leading companies is establishing a junior advisory board, also known as a shadow board. Benefits of a Junior Advisory Board The significance of a junior advisory board lies in its ability to provide fresh perspectives and bridge generational divides.

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What Is Different About Ethical Leadership?

Leading Blog

A DHERING to an ethical code during challenging times is a standout trait in many historical and present-day leaders that we’ve come to admire. Certain principals cut across the lives of such leaders as they transcend traditional leadership roles and prioritize the well-being of the communities, economies, and global society they serve. Ethical leaders embody a respect for the sanctity of each individual, regardless of culture, country, race, or religion.

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PERMA – 5 Elements to Thrive

Leadership Freak

Positive psychology isn’t happy talk. Positive psychology concerns itself with things that cause people to flourish. I couldn’t list the 5 elements necessary to thrive during a coaching conversation yesterday (PERMA).

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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.

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Ethical Leadership Development: Preparing Leaders For the Future

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton I spoke with Human Resource leaders attending a Richmond SHRM Strategic Leadership Conference about The Future of Ethics and Business Leadership. The lens I used to frame the discussion was leadership development – how we can prepare leaders to lead ethically in a highly complex, connected future. Here are some highlights from my presentation – a few of the important success principles for developing “Ethical Leader Future.

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Unlock Team Success with Proven Strategies to Build a Better Team

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 247: In this episode, Tanya Luna discusses the principles of power with and how to a build better team. She emphasizes the importance of following a purpose rather than a person, relying on context instead of control, being a cultivator rather than a collector, and building a community rather than a crowd. Luna suggests implementing these principles by providing clear context and purpose for roles, allowing individuals to self-evaluate their progress, and creating opportunities for feedb

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7 Ways to Enable Boldness

Leadership Freak

Insecure people are conformists. Doubt produces caution. It’s easy to manage insecure people. Do you really want to enable boldness? Bold people resist being managed.

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The Transformation Playbook: Mastering the Message That Moves Organizations Forward

Rich Gee Group

Corporate transformations have become inevitable in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. Organizations must adapt to remain competitive and relevant, whether driven by technological advancements, market shifts, or strategic realignments. However, communicating these transformative changes effectively is a critical challenge that, if not appropriately addressed, can undermine the entire endeavor.

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14 Personal Development Goals Every Leader Should Set for Themselves

Lead from Within

Effective leadership isn’t just about guiding a team or achieving organizational goals; it’s also about personal growth and development. Exceptional leaders understand that to lead others successfully, they must first lead themselves toward continuous improvement. Setting personal development goals is a powerful way for leaders to enhance their skills, mindset, and overall effectiveness.

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Fueling Innovation: How Microsoft Finally Got It Right

Leading Blog

W E OFTEN THINK of innovation as something visionaries draw out of thin air, like manna from heaven. That’s a myth. Often, and especially in contemporary times, the real story of innovation doesn’t involve lone geniuses or flashes of inspiration, but teams, organizations, and leaders who cultivate systems and cultures where new ideas can sprout and flourish.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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4 Dimensions of Office Politics that Matter Most

Leadership Freak

If unethical office politics turn your stomach, good. But office politics exist wherever people work. What is ethical office politics? Learn the four dimensions of office politics and suggestions for success. You can't thrive in organizations by putting your head down and ignoring people.

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The Transformation Playbook: Mastering the Message That Moves Organizations Forward

Rich Gee Group

Corporate transformations have become inevitable in today's rapidly evolving business landscape. Organizations must adapt to remain competitive and relevant, whether driven by technological advancements, market shifts, or strategic realignments. However, communicating these transformative changes effectively is a critical challenge that, if not appropriately addressed, can undermine the entire endeavor.

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5 Essential Questions Every Leader Should Ask And Answer About AI

Lead from Within

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become more than just a buzzword; it’s a transformative force. Leaders are increasingly recognizing the need to integrate AI into their organizations to stay competitive. However, the journey into the world of AI is filled with questions and employees are looking for answers. As an executive leadership coach I’ve gathered five essential questions for leaders to grasp AI, make wise decisions, and navigate its impact effectively.

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AI-Powered Resume Review: How to Use ChatGPT to Improve ATS Compatibility

leaderCommunicator

In a highly competitive job market where every applicant is qualified and somehow has at least five years of experience, more companies turn to Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to expedite the hiring process. Every applicant’s resume gets “scanned” into this software, and based on the keywords it finds and other technical jargon, the ATS selects the best candidates for the role to then be seen by a real person.

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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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4 Responses to Complaints About Others

Leadership Freak

You hear more bellyaching when you passively listen to complaints about others. Complaints about others might be self-serving or spoken from genuine concern. Today I offer 4 responses when you hear complaints about others.

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How a Team Alignment Cascade with a Clear Mission and Values Creates More Productive Teamwork

Great Results Team Building

Imagine a workplace where everyone wakes up energized, knowing their actions contribute to a bigger, shared vision. Imagine collaboration erupting, not from forced mandates, but from a deep understanding of “why” and “how” each role connects to the team’s success. This isn’t a dream; it’s the reality unlocked by harnessing the power of the team alignment cascade – mission, values, goals, and roles.

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6 Significant Ways to Retain Your Best Employees Today

Lead from Within

The success of any organization hinges on its ability to retain its top talent. Your best employees are the driving force behind innovation, productivity, and sustained growth. Losing them can have a profound impact on your company’s performance. So, what can you do to ensure they stay committed and motivated? Here are six significant strategies to retain your best employees: Cultivate a Positive Culture: Creating a positive workplace culture is essential for retaining top talent.

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How Leaders Can Strengthen Workplace Culture To Thrive In Any Crisis

Tanveer Naseer

Over the past several months, there’s been a lot of attention paid to an organization’s workplace culture, particularly in terms of the on-going debate over the future of work. But at a time where it feels we’re going from one crisis to another, it is important for leaders to consider.

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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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Do This to Energize Teams

Leadership Freak

You believe the path you’re on leads to Oz. Perhaps it does. But it might lead to flying monkeys that suck the life out of your team. Sincerity isn't enough to energize teams. If you believe you can win, don’t say, “I’m worried we’re going to lose.

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Leadership Books To Read During Spring Break

Eric Jacobson

Spring break is just around the corner for many people.

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How The Best Leaders Develop Leaders Within Their Organization

Lead from Within

Great leaders understand that developing leaders within their organization is essential for long-term success. As an executive leadership coach who has worked with countless leaders, I’ve observed several best practices that distinguish highly effective employee learning and development programs: Real-life Application to Your Goals : Rather than one-off training, successful development initiatives are ongoing with follow-up to integrate learning into daily work.

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Boosting Confidence Among Older Job Seekers

The Horizons Tracker

Older job seekers have well-established difficulties returning to the labor force, especially if they’ve been unemployed for some time. This results in both a financial and psychosocial burden, with those involved stressed and doubting their abilities. Research from ETH Zurich suggests that a short, 15-minute reflection exercise is often all it takes to regain that sense of self-belief and subsequently increase the chances of landing a new job. “People who ascertain that they know wh

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Why (and How) to Switch to a New HR & Payroll Platform

Speaker: Speakers:

HR and payroll impact every aspect of your business. Choosing the right provider is one of the most important decisions you’ll make. Before you decide, hear first-hand customer accounts in Paycor’s webinar to learn: The three most important things to look for when switching. How to begin your search. What are some of the red flags?

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How CEOs can prevent their organisations from going backwards with allyship.

CEO Insider

In recent years, we’ve seen a slowing down of DE&I initiatives in various institutions across the world. The US Supreme Court ruled against affirmative action, and many companies and colleges – including the University of Florida – have redeployed or removed their DE&I staff. Meanwhile the executives remaining in these functions are also looking to […] The post How CEOs can prevent their organisations from going backwards with allyship. appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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My 10 Favorite Quotes From The Book, The 5 Levels Of Leadership

Eric Jacobson

Here are some of my favorites quotes from John C. Maxwell 's book, The 5 Levels of Leadership that I believe should become a must-read book by any workplace/organizational leader: Good leadership isn't about advancing yourself. It's about advancing your team. Leaders become great, not because of their power, but because of their ability to empower others.

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Silly Mistakes Bullies Make | #PeopleSkills #WorkplaceBullying #LeadMorale

Kate Nasser

Bullies' awareness of silly mistakes they make can help them stop bullying. Kate Nasser, The People Skills Coach™, Author, Leading Morale | Trust, Respect, Leadership The post Silly Mistakes Bullies Make | #PeopleSkills #WorkplaceBullying #LeadMorale appeared first on KateNasser.com.

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Research Reveals The Gender Biases In Generative AI

The Horizons Tracker

A study from the Tasmanian School of Business and Economics at the University of Tasmania shows that AI-generated content can keep harmful gender biases alive. The researchers looked at AI-generated content discussing what makes a ‘good’ or ‘bad’ leader. They found that men were often portrayed as strong, brave, and skilled, while women were frequently seen as emotional and not very effective.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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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How to Truly Improve Workforce Wellbeing

CEO Insider

Workforce wellbeing, which declined this past year, is in need of an overhaul to make real progress. How its commonly approached now is as a separate initiative or Corporate Wellness program. These include one-off events such as yoga classes, meditation apps, lunch n’ learns, or trainings. As the CEO of an Executive Coaching + Wellbeing […] The post How to Truly Improve Workforce Wellbeing appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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Your 2024 New Year's Resolution Check-In

Eric Jacobson

Yikes. It's already March. Hopefully, you've mastered or are achieving good progress with your New Year's resolution(s) for 2024. If you need another resolution to tackle this year or haven't yet selected one, now is a good time to review this list below.

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How reliant are you on suppliers from other countries?

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

Our reader poll today asks: How reliant are you on suppliers from other countries? Extremely: critical amounts of our inputs come from other countries 15.75% Very: we source several critical inputs from other countries 16.54% Somewhat: a few important inputs come from other countries 25.20% Not very: a few less important inputs come from other countries 9.44% Not at all: barely any inputs come from other countries 33.07% Protecting your supply chain.

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On-The-Job Training Shouldn’t Be Underestimated

The Horizons Tracker

A study from the University of Auckland highlights the importance of on-the-job training. It found that employees who are overqualified or have skills that exceed their current job requirements are less likely to quit if they have access to training at work. This study is the first to investigate how on-the-job training and job satisfaction affect employees who are in jobs that don’t match their qualifications.

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The First 90 Days: Onboarding Checklist

While onboarding, don’t let yourself get caught up in administrative details. Automate paperwork & training so new hires can focus on the business at hand from day one. Get Paycor’s checklist to see where your company can make HR process improvements.