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Ready or Reactive with Josefine Campbell

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 233: Is your team ready or reactive? To be ready, deal with change, and be flexible, people need energy. Meanwhile, stress, anxiety, and loss of engagement at work are major factors in modern work life and statistics are staggering in a negative direction. In many corporate workplaces, the brains of the people working there are the biggest asset of the business.

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The Future of Executive Search: Blending AI with Emotional Intelligence

N2Growth Blog

In today’s rapidly evolving corporate landscape, the role of executive search is undergoing a profound transformation. As we stand at the crossroads of technological revolution and human intuition, it’s imperative to envision the future of executive search through the lens of both AI and emotional intelligence. But what does this integrated future look like for businesses, leaders, and executive search consultants?

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Leading Thoughts for October 12, 2023

Leading Blog

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. Former Vanity Fair editor-in-chief Graydon Carter on how careers evolve: “Nobody knows what they’re doing at first. You have to find something you are interested in, throw yourself at it, do the best you can, and pick things up as you go along.

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The Key to Mental Toughness: Three Tips from Madam Pele

RapidStart Leadership

When it comes to developing mental toughness, these three tips will help you go farther and last longer than perhaps you ever thought possible. The post The Key to Mental Toughness: Three Tips from Madam Pele appeared first on RapidStart Leadership.

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Reduce Bias in Hiring: Structured Interview Questions for Employers

Structured interview questions are a valuable tool for reducing bias in hiring. They help: Ensure all candidates are asked the same questions in the same way Level the playing field so all candidates have a fair chance of being successful Improve credibility, reliability, and validity Download the guide to get the most out of your interview questions!

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Workplace Conflict: Why it’s So Tricky Now and What To Do About It

Let's Grow Leaders

Navigating Workplace Conflict is Getting Harder: Here’s What You Can Do The workforce has been through unprecedented change in the last few years—for better and worse. Stress, disengagement, quiet quitting, and mass resignations… Has all the rapid change led to more workplace conflict? Is conflict wearing us all down? At what cost? A Glimpse into the World Workplace Conflict and Collaboration Survey Results We surveyed 5000+ full-time workers in over 45 countries and in all 50 United

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Navigating The Complex Waters of Insurance Executive Search: A Strategic Guide

N2Growth Blog

Crafting the Future: The Significance of Selecting the Right Insurance Executive In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving business environment, securing the right insurance executive is more than a mere hiring decision —it’s a pivotal investment in the company’s future. The modern insurance landscape, brimming with complexities and competition, calls for leaders possessing a rich tapestry of skills, profound industry expertise, and a visionary lens to navigate the looming challe

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Feedback: Solving the Most Common Failure in Leadership

Leadership Freak

Research indicates seeking feedback is the behavior leaders fail at the most. The mirror you use to see yourself is distorted. Seeking feedback expands potential.

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How to Lead with Vulnerability without Compromising Your Confidence

Let's Grow Leaders

“Hi, Karin, you know I just DON’T FEEL COMFORTABLE with all this AUTHENTICITY and VULNERABILITY stuff. I don’t want to have to be vulnerable at work. Do I really need to lead with vulnerablity? #AskingforaFriend A participant in one of our long-term leadership development programs asked this question when we were talking about components of trust and building deeper trust and influence.

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Doubting Existing Management: Private Equity’s Talent Conundrum

N2Growth Blog

In the evolving Private Equity arena, a quintessence of proficient leadership is imperative to navigate the complexities and render substantial value. The journey from meticulous deal-making to managing assets proficiently has put an unprecedented emphasis on acquiring and retaining the right talent. However, the reality is at odds with the requisite, shedding light on a pertinent concern in the industry.

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The Unlocked Leader

Leading Blog

T OO MANY LEADERS have not made the journey from their head to their heart. It is not uncommon to assume that to be effective, leaders must be superhero leaders. That is, they must be infallible, unflappable, and fearless. Hortense Le Gentil writes to dispel that notion in The Unlocked Leader and become what she terms human leaders. Hiding behind their superhero leader façade, they’re not sure how they can connect differently with people at work.

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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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Hallmarks of Ethical Leadership (Part 4)

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton This post is Part 4 in a series. In Part 1, Part 2, and Part 3 I explored 9 different traits that help you recognize ethical leaders. In Part 4 I will address the importance of leading in ways that eliminate fear. One of the hallmarks of ethical leadership is that it is a fear-free zone. Fear is insidious. It changes how we see the world and how we treat others.

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Sean Payton Demonstrates Leadership Weaknesses  

Modern Servant Leader

New leaders often inherit troubled organizations. When Sean Payton took over as head coach of the professional US football team, The Denver Broncos , it was a team in distress. Unfortunately, Payton fell prey to the common temptation of attacking the reputation of his predecessors. Payton’s error was an amateur move, reflecting bad boss behavior. Payton’s bad boss behavior bit him in the ass, a few months later, when the man he mocked soundly defeated his team.

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Executive Onboarding: How to Set Up Your New Execs for Success

N2Growth Blog

When it comes to the success of new executives in your organization, just about nothing plays as critical a role as onboarding. Sure, a new hire could be a highly-skilled, perfect-match leader eager to start. But without proper onboarding, these executives are far less likely to excel in their roles, resulting in high and costly turnover. This is especially true for senior-level placements requiring a robust and comprehensive executive onboarding process.

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Personal Transformation Requires Aspiration Awareness and Accountability

Leadership Freak

I'm hosting another great book giveaway. Christian Greiser's new book guides personal transformation. Don't miss this opportunity to get a wonderful book.

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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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A List of Referrable Keynote Speakers and Topics to Consider for Your Next Conference

Great Results Team Building

Looking over my calendar recently, I realized that nearly half of my events this past year have either been from repeat clients or from referrals. It’s an honor when clients or friends refer me for a speaking engagement. Working with event professionals to deliver an entertaining event experience that provides useful content attendees can take back to their team to improve results and retention is something I am passionate about and enjoy tremendously!

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Remembering Joan Blumenfeld: A Pillar of Eldercare and A Ray of Sunshine.

Rich Gee Group

In the intricacies of life and business, we occasionally cross paths with individuals who leave an indelible mark on our lives. They're not just colleagues or acquaintances; they're people who bring joy, wisdom, and purpose into our everyday interactions. One such luminary was Joan Blumenfeld. Joan was more than just a colleague to many of us in the Darien Dynamos BNI group; she was a beacon of positivity, a person who could light up a room with her knowledge, enthusiasm, and heartfelt concern.

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7 Essential Leadership Skills for Leading Successful Teams

Lead from Within

Being a leader is a challenging role that requires a wide range of skills and abilities. From communicating effectively to motivating and inspiring others, there are many different elements that go into leading a successful team. The right leadership skills can make all the difference when it comes to achieving a team’s goals, fostering a positive work environment, and driving long-term success.

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Let Go When You’re at the End of the Rope

Leadership Freak

You need grit to hang on. You need wisdom to let go. What if it’s time to let go?

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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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How To Achieve Constant Learning By Breaking Free From Chronic Performance

Eric Jacobson

Are you stuck in chronic performance? You are if you: Are always racing to check tasks off a list. Spending most of your time trying to minimize mistakes. Suppressing your uncertainties, impressions, or questions to try to appear like you always know what you’re doing. Being stuck in chronic performance can have a devastating impact on your skills, confidence, job, and personal life.

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AI for Execs: Navigating the Future of Business.

Rich Gee Group

"AI doesn't replace leadership; it redefines it. In the age of intelligent machines, the savvy executive adapts, learns, and thrives." Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a game-changing force in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, transforming industries and businesses globally. As executives navigate the complex waters of modern-day leadership, understanding AI isn't just beneficial—it's essential.

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Leadership Strategies for Creating a Respectful Workplace

Lead from Within

Creating a respectful workplace is essential for the overall well-being and productivity of employees. A workplace that is characterized by respect, trust, and open communication is one where employees feel valued, safe, and motivated to perform at their best. As a leader, it is your responsibility to foster an environment where respect is the norm.

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The Toe Dippers Dilemma: 7 Ways to Take the Plunge

Leadership Freak

Dabblers repeat the past and call it progress. Toe dippers feel smug when others fail.

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The HR Leader’s Survival Guide

HR leaders drowning in paperwork struggle to meet C-suite's strategic expectations. Burnout and high turnover plague the field, with 95% feeling overwhelmed. This guide explores how the right tools can free HR from admin tasks and empower them to become the strategic leaders they’re meant to be.

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How To Innovate And Grow Via Nondisruptive Creation

Eric Jacobson

The book, Beyond Disruption , shows companies how to build a path beyond disruption, where economic growth and social good are not trade-offs that work against each other and divide us. “It’s what we call non disruptive creation that allows us to innovate and grow without disruption and social pain,” share the authors W. Chan Kim and Renee Mauborgne.

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How Generous Unemployment Support Helps The Economy

The Horizons Tracker

Congress turned to a familiar policy tool to revive the US economy during the pandemic: extending jobless benefits. This move reignited a longstanding debate over whether more generous unemployment compensation discourages job seekers or provides stimulus to the economy. A recent study from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business attempted to answer this question by analyzing how expanded unemployment insurance affects aggregate demand for goods and services in an economy.

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How the Best Leaders Bounce Back from Their Setback

Lead from Within

Leadership is not always easy. Even the best leaders will encounter setbacks and challenges along the way. The way that leaders handle these challenges can make all the difference in their ability to bounce back and achieve success. Here are some effective ways that the best leaders bounce back from setbacks: Take responsibility: The best leaders take full responsibility for their setbacks and don’t blame others.

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Drink and Forget

Leadership Freak

A stream gurgles alongside the road to success. When thirsty travelers drink, they transform into barbarians. More.

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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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Business And Life Lessons From Entrepreneur Miguel Leal

Eric Jacobson

What I like most about Miguel Leal ’s memoir, aside from its overall compelling and inspiring information, are the business and life lessons he shares. Those lessons are found throughout his recently released memoir, The House That Cheese Built. The book is a quintessential American dream story from a Mexican entrepreneur who shares the tale of building a multi-million-dollar business from scratch, complete with both success and failure, and always a vision of hope.

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Migration Can Act As A Force For Growth

The Horizons Tracker

Migration poses a formidable challenge to global development. Currently, approximately 184 million individuals, accounting for 2.3 percent of the world’s population, reside outside their home countries. Significantly, almost half of these migrants find themselves in low- and middle-income nations. However, what does the future hold in this regard?

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How To Be A Leader When It Doesn’t Come Naturally

Lead from Within

Leadership is a trait that many people strive to possess, but it doesn’t come naturally to everyone. Some people are naturally charismatic and confident, while others may struggle to assert themselves in a leadership role. But being a leader doesn’t always come down to natural talents, it is something that can be developed and nurtured. Here are some ways to be a leader when it doesn’t come naturally: Core Values Will Define You: The most important aspect of leadership is havin

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Strategic Transformation: Mobile Work Order Technology for Maximum Maintenance Processes Efficiency

Strategy Driven

In the evolving world of manufacturing, one cannot underscore the importance of optimization. Maintenance supervisors, managers, and directors continually strive to refine processes, ensuring that production lines run smoothly. Central to these efforts is the implementation of digital transformation and the burgeoning role of mobile devices—particularly in the utilization of Mobile Work Order systems.

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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.