Leading Blog

JULY 27, 2023

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. Gary Hoover on the need for leaders with a renaissance mind: “The more specialized we become, the greater our need for leaders who can help bring unity to our efforts. We need people who can think, write, and speak with clarity and conviction, people who can relate to and motivate accountants and salespeople, nurses and electrical engineers, systems ana

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 28, 2023

What does your Leadership Brand Authority say? Brands are the new voice of authority. We look to brands for what to do, what to think, and how to feel. We want to know what to support and what to stand against. Now is the perfect time to reveal the humanity behind the brand. Consumers want to connect with the brands they support. Business leaders want to create purposeful, passionate companies.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 24, 2023

Content marketing has become an integral part of digital marketing strategies, and it continues to play a significant role in engaging audiences and driving organic traffic to websites. The power of well-crafted content lies not only in its ability to attract readers but also in its potential to be shared.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 24, 2023

It’s natural to obsess over one bad thing and forget many good things. Life is better than it seems for negative people. How to escape the small box that negative thoughts creates.

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Leading in Context

JULY 26, 2023

By Linda Fisher Thornton I resisted playing the wildly popular game Pokemon Go as long as I could, but the world was playing it (including my teenagers) so awhile back I decided to give it a go. As I learned the basics of the game I noticed that its structure is aligned with some of the principles of good leadership. Whether that similarity is accidental or intentional, I can't say, but I am sharing my observations in this post.

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Let's Grow Leaders

JULY 24, 2023

You’ve Got a Good Team, Don’t Let That Stop You From Making it Great You’ve got a good team. The results are solid. You genuinely like one another. Trust is good too. And yet. You have a feeling you’re capable of more. What’s missing? If you’re fortunate to be working on a good team, it can be tempting to keep doing what you’ve always done.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 25, 2023

David Dodson has an MBA from Stanford. He worked for McKenzie and Company. But he discovered what every manager knows, “… credentials are not skills.” You learn about skills in books.

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Tanveer Naseer

JULY 26, 2023

To offer remote work opportunities or not to offer remote work opportunities? If you look at the articles found in various business outlets these days, it would seem organizations are facing an existential crisis when it comes to how today’s workplaces should operate. At the heart of this debate is. Click to continue reading To offer remote work opportunities or not to offer remote work opportunities?

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Modern Servant Leader

JULY 25, 2023

Shortly after buying the company, Elon Musk fired half of all employees. Then he developed a reputation for mistreating those who remained. Now, he and Linda Yaccarino (the new CEO), need a ton of great people if they want to make their vision for the platform a reality. Their problem is not branding – it’s leadership. Big Plans for Massive Development Musk and Yaccarino rebranded Twitter as the “X” app yesterday.

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leaderCommunicator

JULY 24, 2023

Authentic leadership is one of the most popular topics in business today, with no shortage of books, podcasts, and articles on the concept. And for good reason. Employees are increasingly seeking authentic leaders committed to transparency, integrity, and genuine relationships with their teams. What Is Authentic Leadership? Authentic leadership means embracing high standards, integrity, and acting in the best interests of the people you lead, which then builds trust and naturally leads to strong

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Leadership Freak

JULY 27, 2023

Dear Dan, How do I overcome the nagging doubt that arises when someone else makes a negative comment about me or my performance? It may be a minority view.

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Lead from Within

JULY 27, 2023

Effective communication is a key component of successful leadership. It’s not just about what you say, but how you say it and how you listen to others that makes the biggest difference. Here are seven ways to communicate like a successful leader: Be authentic: One of the most important aspects of effective communication as a leader is authenticity. This means being genuine and transparent, and speaking from the heart.

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Women on Business

JULY 28, 2023

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 27, 2023

“Disasters and crises are inevitable, but businesses do not have to face them unprepared,” explains James Burstall , author of the new book, The Flexible Method: Prepare To Prosper In The Next Global Crisis. Whether the crisis be global or not, this book offers a practical guide for business leaders on how to navigate a crisis and then emerge in better shape than prior to the crisis.

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Leadership Freak

JULY 28, 2023

Belief enables leadership. You must believe in the people you lead. Leaders who don’t believe in people are control freaks. Knowledge guides belief.

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Lead from Within

JULY 26, 2023

The influence of a leader should not be underestimated. As a leader, you have the power to influence those around you in a variety of ways. From shaping the culture and vision of your organization, to motivating and inspiring your team, your leadership has the potential to make a big impact. Here are seven ways your leadership has influence and creates a big impact: Shaping the culture and vision: As a leader, you have the ability to set the tone for the culture of your organization and to shape

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Women on Business

JULY 27, 2023

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Strategy Driven

JULY 28, 2023

The business world is tricky to navigate, and you need to do all you can to ensure you’re as successful as possible. One way to do this is to focus on your customers and ensure that no matter what happens, you give them the best service possible and that they are satisfied with their interactions with you. This is much more than just delivering the right service or product; there are many different factors to consider.

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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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Leadership Freak

JULY 26, 2023

Ego loves being the go-to person. But dependency makes people weak, and leaders get in the way when they need to be needed. One leader asked, "I wonder what I am doing to cause dependency?" Well timed questions enable people to craft their own path forward.

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Lead from Within

JULY 25, 2023

One of the most effective ways for leaders to learn and grow is to look to those who have come before them. Whether it’s through admiration, imitation, or even learning from negative role models, the best leaders know that there is always something new to learn and ways to improve. Here are six key ways that the best leaders learn to lead successfully: Admiration: You become the people you admire.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 25, 2023

While artificial intelligence is grabbing headlines and enabling new business innovations, its potential negative effects on society are often overlooked. To ensure a better society for all, how can humans regain control and be more involved in the development of AI? That was the question posed by new research from the University of Michigan, which reviewed the research literature on technologies sitting under the umbrella of the “Fourth Industrial Revolution”, and found that there w

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Strategy Driven

JULY 24, 2023

The past few years have posed challenging times for many businesses across multiple sectors. After the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, many businesses needed to adapt rapidly to hybrid and remote forms of work to comply with lockdowns and restrictions on movements. The worst effects of the pandemic seem to have subsided, and most businesses are now operating as normal.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

JULY 26, 2023

One your biggest responsibilities as a leader is helping your team members identify the places they need to grow and then giving them the opportunities to learn those skills. Even though the members of your team might be high performing, they can always achieve the next level of performance. One your biggest responsibilities as a leader is helping them identify the places they need to grow and then giving them the opportunities to learn those skills.

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Lead from Within

JULY 24, 2023

As a leader, you have the ability to shape the culture and atmosphere within your organization through your actions, behaviors, and decisions. When you lead with a positive and proactive approach, you inspire your team to do the same, and this can create a strong, positive culture within your organization. Here are seven ways great leaders influence their team: They recognize team members strengths: Every team member has unique strengths and talents, and it is important for leaders to recognize

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HR Digest

JULY 24, 2023

Anxiety is a common mental health condition faced by many people, including those in the workplace. High anxiety can make it difficult to perform well on the job, leading to decreased productivity, job dissatisfaction, and even burnout. However, there are several strategies and tips that you can use to overcome anxiety and improve your well-being at work.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 24, 2023

For the 19.4 million students enrolled in college, choosing a major is a significant milestone. But for students without a clear vision, this milestone can be confusing and stressful. Students with a love of helping others might just want to set their sights on a teaching major as an option. Read on to learn about the nine surprising benefits of being an education major!

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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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Chartered Management Institute

JULY 25, 2023

Advice: Five things to consider when giving feedback to sensitive staff Written by Caroline Roberts Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Some people struggle with receiving constructive criticism. Delivering feedback to some team members requires a careful and considered – but honest – approach. Here’s how to do it We all feel anxiety over the quality of our work from time to time.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

JULY 25, 2023

If you want to grow in your career, it’s essential that you dedicate time to skills such as active listening, direct communication, and giving and receiving constructive feedback. Today’s guest post is by Dr. Laurie Moroco—Certified Business Coach, Keynote Speaker & Corporate Trainer. For many of us, the career ladder feels like a slippery slope.

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HR Digest

JULY 25, 2023

The 4 day work week is revolutionizing the work-life balance, and it’s happening all around the world. From Iceland to the United Kingdom, companies are testing out the idea of cutting the workweek to a mere 32 hours, with no reduction in pay. In the United States, more and more employers are considering making the switch, with over half of them offering or planning to offer a four-day workweek.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 28, 2023

Starting a small business is an exciting venture that comes with immense satisfaction and, of course, tons of challenges. It’s about transforming your vision into reality, introducing your unique offering to the market, and turning an idea into a lucrative operation. However, this process requires multiple aspects to come together perfectly, from planning and funding your startup to navigating the regulatory landscape and obtaining required insurance.

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