Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 24, 2024
To Get Better at Human Connection, Make Connecting a Habit “Hey Karin, I was just in your and David’s session at the Association for Talent Development (ATD) Global Conference in New Orleans, where you talked about human connection and the 4 dimensions of productive conflict (collaboration): connection , clarity , curiosity , and commitment.
Leading Blog
MAY 20, 2024
T ODAY, change management is an integral part of organizational strategy. Yet, change in any form or context tends to challenge our sense of stability and security. Whenever new concepts, methods, or ways of thinking are introduced, they are bound to come up against resistance. Apprehension about the future impedes progress and undermines well-conceived change efforts.
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Leadership Freak
MAY 21, 2024
Emotionally intelligent leaders know how to win the hearts and minds of people. You want this book! The author is giving away 20 copies of, "Emotional Intelligence for dummies!" Tip: Check whether you accurately reflect the other person's feelings after they express them. Get in early on this one!
N2Growth Blog
MAY 24, 2024
The Power of Executive Coaching in Driving Business Success In today’s competitive business landscape, the importance of executive coaching cannot be overstated. Executives can improve their leadership skills through tailored and personalized coaching programs, overcome challenges, and achieve tangible results for their organizations. One of the key benefits of executive coaching is its ability to empower executives to reach their full potential.
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Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 24, 2024
Episode 258: In this episode, David Dye explores the all-too-common frustration of working with an indecisive manager. He shares practical strategies that you can use to navigate this challenging situation. David suggests using powerful phrases to pinpoint where your boss is getting stuck and to gain clarity on the decision-making process. He also advises demonstrating to your boss that acting is often easier than remaining in the status quo.
Leading Blog
MAY 23, 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. Judge Charles W. McCoy on keeping an open mind: “The human mind contains a door, one that either opens to new ideas or closes them out. The door swings on hinges like any other, opening as it searches for understanding and closing as it makes.
Leadership and Management brings together the best content for leadership and management professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
N2Growth Blog
MAY 24, 2024
Identifying the Key Qualities and Skills of an Effective Nonprofit CEO Nonprofit organizations thrive under the guidance of exceptional CEOs who possess a unique set of qualities and skills. As a leading executive search firm , we’ve found that one of the most important qualities to look for in a nonprofit CEO is strong leadership and communication skills.
Let's Grow Leaders
MAY 20, 2024
Psychological Safety and Courage: Two Sides of the Same (Immensely Valuable) Coin Does psychological safety take away the need for courage? Or does courage take away the need for psychological safety? The answer to both questions is a resounding NO. Both are– and will continue to be needed in a complex and uncertain world.” –Dr. Amy Edmondson (in her foreword to Courageous Cultures) If you want real psychological safety on your team, you need people to feel safe and encouraged
Leading in Context
MAY 22, 2024
By Linda Fisher Thornton Ethical values are good for business, but only when values and strategy align. Consumers are seeking brands that support well-being, sustainability, and social justice, realizing that these brands are more likely to have the best interests of consumers and society at heart. Because of this, brands will benefit from assessing their alignment between values, culture, and strategy.
Leadership Freak
MAY 23, 2024
I’ve attended and led many strategy meetings over the years. Some were a colossal waste of time. Here are 7 ways leaders screw up strategy meetings AND 10 ways to run strategy meetings like a pro. Porter said, “The essence of strategy is choosing what not to do.
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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
N2Growth Blog
MAY 24, 2024
Defining the Key Elements of a Strategic Succession Strategy A robust succession plan depends on thorough strategic planning and preparation. It begins with identifying key organizational roles that could impact its continuity and growth. Creating detailed role descriptions outlining responsibilities, requirements, and potential for growth is essential.
Lead from Within
MAY 21, 2024
When leaders fail to define expectations clearly, they unknowingly pave the way for various pitfalls that can hinder both individual and organizational success. As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve observed that one of the most fundamental yet often overlooked aspects of effective leadership is setting clear expectations.
Rich Gee Group
MAY 22, 2024
Several trends are reshaping how organizations operate and manage talent. One such trend is 'quiet hiring' — a company filling job openings with current employees without publicizing vacancies. This method also extends to situations where a company faces an increased workload, necessitating employees to expand their roles, enhance their existing skills, or assume new responsibilities, effectively 'hiring' them beyond their original job descriptions.
Leadership Freak
MAY 20, 2024
The power of living is decisions have a life of their own. It is disappointment and dread. All action has a future. Choices have lifespans.
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N2Growth Blog
MAY 24, 2024
Distinguishing the Traits of Successful Revenue Leaders In a competitive market, revenue leaders play vital roles, often exerting influence across the entire organizational hierarchy. Their responsibilities do not simply involve financial growth but also include strategizing comprehensive growth plans, fostering team spirit, and driving innovation. As a result, certain traits distinguish successful revenue leaders from the rest of the crowd.
Lead from Within
MAY 24, 2024
Being a communicator is fundamental both in your personal and professional lives. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve witnessed the significant impact effective communication can have on leadership success. Many of you believe you are good communicators, but it’s essential to continuously assess and refine your communication skills. In this blog post, we’ll explore six signs that might suggest you’re not as adept at communication as you think.
Tanveer Naseer
MAY 22, 2024
The arrival of Spring often brings to mind the idea of renewal and new beginnings. And it’s not surprising when we see trees waking from their winter slumber to transform their spindly branches into luscious clouds of green foliage. Or when we see spring flowers like tulips emerge from the.
Eric Jacobson
MAY 21, 2024
You can't lead if your employees, team or followers don't trust you. Building trust takes energy, effort and constant attention to how you act. To help build trust, follow these 16 tips , recommended by author Susan H.
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.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MAY 20, 2024
We have been taught to find answers to problems, not to question the problem itself. Today’s guest post is b y Roger L. Firestien, Ph.D., author of SOLVE THE REAL PROBLEM: Because What You Think Is The Problem Is Usually Not The Problem. Based on my experience working with thousands of people and hundreds of organizations, when it comes to solving problems, 99% of the time what we think is the problem is actually not the problem.
Lead from Within
MAY 22, 2024
As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve witnessed firsthand the significant impact that professional relationships can have on an individual’s career success. While skills and expertise are undoubtedly essential, the connections you build and nurture throughout your professional journey play an equally crucial role.
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 23, 2024
When organizations try to get better at using digital tech, how they look at info might change if they take out human biases. A new study from the University of Ottawa’s Telfer School of Management says that using digital stuff like Artificial Intelligence (AI) in organizations might mean less human oversight. Instead, these systems could decide on their own how to use info to shape how they work.
Chartered Management Institute
MAY 21, 2024
Advice: Chronic pain is costly to both its sufferers and the wider economy. How can managers help? Written by Andrea Downey Tuesday 21 May 2024 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email How reasonable adjustments and a culture of understanding can help employees with chronic pain to continue to thrive at work Chronic pain is one of the largest causes of disability in the UK.
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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?
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MAY 22, 2024
Some leaders are uncomfortable providing feedback to their team members. Follow this feedback model to make giving feedback easier. If we want people to improve, we have to give them feedback. Giving feedback can be really difficult because we feel like we might hurt someone’s feelings. We tend to shy away from uncomfortable conversations. We don’t want to tell somebody who we really like and respect that they’re falling short in some regard.
Lead from Within
MAY 20, 2024
In the world of work, disagreements are inevitable. They can arise between colleagues, teams, and even between employees and their bosses. While it’s common to have differing opinions, disagreeing with your boss can be a delicate matter. Many employees fear that expressing disagreement might jeopardize their job security or harm their professional reputation.
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 23, 2024
Middle managers are a much-maligned presence in the workplace, with few people having much good to say about them. However, research from Wharton reminds us that this image is often unfair and that middle managers can play a crucial role in a functioning workplace. The study suggests that middle managers may have more influence on your organization’s performance than any other group.
Anese Cavanaugh
MAY 23, 2024
At Active Choices, Inc., we’ve identified a common challenge many executives experience, but often don’t realize they are dealing with: the energetic health of their organizational culture. Energy can be a complex issue to assess and address; it's intangible and is frequently perceived as "woo woo," placing it low on the list of priorities for culture and leadership development.
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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.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MAY 23, 2024
Our reader poll today asks: How much stress do you experience related to your personal finances? None. I have absolutely no worries 17.73% Some. Occasionally there are financial concerns 55.96% A lot. Financial issues regularly stress me out 16.34% Constantly. It’s an ever-present source of stress 9.97% How financially stressed are your people?
Lead from Within
MAY 23, 2024
As an executive leadership coach with years of experience, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals at various stages of their careers. One common aspiration that many professionals have is to step into a management role. While leadership positions can be fulfilling and rewarding, they also come with unique challenges and responsibilities.
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 23, 2024
Money perks for CEOs are supposed to push them to lead their company to hit important business goals. Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University looked at all the studies on CEO incentives for the first time. They found that CEO bonuses had a small impact, but stock options didn’t affect how well firms did the next year in terms of return on assets. “No systematic review has been done on the effects of financial incentives to CEOs, so firm compensation committees and policymakers ha
Strategy Driven
MAY 22, 2024
Remote work is now very common, offering flexibility and convenience for employees and employers alike. However, effective communication remains a cornerstone for successful collaboration among remote teams. With physical distance and various time zones, maintaining strong communication channels can be challenging but not impossible. Here’s everything you need to know about boosting communication between remote teams. 1.
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