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Leading Thoughts for October 3, 2024

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. Brian Solis on keeping an open mind: “I don’t know that I’ve ever encountered anyone who self-identifies as ‘close-minded.’ But the fact is, our minds have been built to resist new information, especially when it refutes our prior experience or goes against our beliefs.

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How to Build High-Performing Teams: Help Your Team Thrive Under Pressure

Let's Grow Leaders

High-Performing Teams Turn Pressure into Progress, One Habit at a Time Your team’s under pressure to perform—fast. The stakes are high, the deadline looms, and emotions are running hotter by the minute. Just last week, your team was cruising along. They weren’t going to win any high-performing team awards, but things were working well enough. Sure, there were a few bumps in communication, and collaboration wasn’t always seamless, but nothing too disruptive.

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Painful Experiences: The Key to Your Future

Leadership Freak

The dark side of leading is being haunted by dark memories. Painful experiences shape you. Painful experiences are headwinds at first. When pain achieves its purpose, it propels you forward. “Some of us think holding on makes us strong; but sometimes it is letting go.” Herman Hesse More.

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Leaders Make the Ethical Path Clear (Part 2)

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton Taking the ethical path and showing others the way does not just involve the things leaders do that we can observe. It also involves the hidden things they do, the mental work they do to make good decisions that add value for others and not just themselves. Ethical leaders seek shared value. They look for ways to meet the needs of others while they champion their own projects and ideas.

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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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LeadershipNow 140: September 2024 Compilation

Leading Blog

Here is a selection of Posts from September 2024 that you will want to check out: Will Vance Join FDR, Nixon as Enduring National Presence? by @jamesstrock The Vice Presidential #Debate on October 1 May Be Milestone in Generational Transition 7 Destructive Leadership Myths That Will Ruin the Way You Lead by @LollyDaskal Encouragement is 51% of Leadership by @DanReiland 5 Expensive Personal Leadership Decisions That Are Worth More than the Cost by @EricGeiger 8 Uncaring Workplace Reasons to Creat

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How To Recruit Leaders In Your Volunteer Organization

Let's Grow Leaders

To attract volunteer leaders, invest in connection, clarity, curiosity, and commitment. Shortly after joining a new church, the council president enthusiastically revealed that I (Karin) was part of their “volunteer leadership succession plan.” I politely declined and spent the next month working to act less “leader-like” at church. Plus, I figured if I skipped coffee hour, I could dodge the recruiters.

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To Communicate with Power, Use These 9 Questions

Leadership Freak

You communicate with power when you speak to universal concerns. Say words people need to hear, not things you need to say. Don’t fall in love with telling people what to do. Speak to nine primal questions. Anything you say to address the nine primal concerns elevates your relevance. Here's how.

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First Look: Leadership Books for October 2024

Leading Blog

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in October 2024 curated just for you. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month. The Skills-Powered Organization : The Journey to the Next-Generation Enterprise by Ravin Jesuthasan and Tanuj Kapilashrami As the world navigates the rapid and disruptive effects of AI, climate change, and geopolitical conflicts, the world of work, too, needs to change.

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Ready for a Success Boost? The Key to Peak Performance

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 274: Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed by burnout and looking for a success boost in your leadership role? What if you could achieve your goals without sacrificing your well-being? In this episode of Leadership Without Losing Your Soul , host David Dye and guest Chazz Scott discuss the powerful ways leaders can transcend negative thinking, regain focus, and build stronger relationships.

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Scaling Fast? Why Transformational Leadership is the Only Path to Sustainable Growth

Sales Wolf Blog

The clock is ticking. Your company is growing fast, but let me ask you this: do you have the right leadership framework in place to sustain this growth, or are you relying on blind ambition alone? Scaling is not just about revenue, new hires, or expanded operations. It is about vision, commitment, and—most critically—leadership. Not just any leadership, but transformational leadership.

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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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21 Ways to Defeat Weakness and Grow Strong

Leadership Freak

Seneca said, “Our lack of confidence is not the result of difficulty. The difficulty comes from the lack of confidence.” Things we instinctively avoid - discomfort, failure, risk, and difficulty – make us grow strong. Here are 21 ways to defeat weakness and grow strong.

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How to Stop Recurring Requests from Eating Up Your Time

Next Level Blog

Repeatedly answering the same questions or dealing with recurring requests can prevent you from tackling high-value strategic work. If this sounds familiar, you’re likely applying temporary fixes to broader, systemic problems. Take it from a recent coaching session I had with an executive, an attorney turned strategist, overwhelmed by daily interruptions from staff with “legal issues”—many of which weren’t legal issues at all or were minor enough not to warrant escalation

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What’s a Small Change You Made That Had a Big Impact on Your Productivity?

Rich Gee Group

As an executive coach, I am always fascinated by how small, deliberate changes can significantly impact productivity. Recently, I asked several clients a simple question: “What’s a small change you’ve made that had a big impact on your productivity?” The answers were insightful and consistent with what I’ve seen in my coaching practice. Here are five small yet powerful changes my clients made that transformed their productivity: 1.

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7 Deadly Sins of Psychological Safety

QAspire

Language plays a critical role in fostering psychological safety. Let me illustrate this by two contrasting examples. In one instance, a project manager failed to deliver on an agreed scope, and when senior leaders intervened, the manager was harshly asked, “Who’s standing on the fault line? Whose salary should we deduct for this?” This punitive language created a hostile environment, discouraging openness and learning.

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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 New Understanding of Ferocious Humility

Leadership Freak

Pathetic synonyms for humility include shyness, reserve, and self-abasement. Humility isn't weakness. Humility is more than you think. The tough side of humility is tenacity. This post lists 5 ferocious practices of humility.

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5 Unconventional Leadership Traits That Matter More Than You Think

Lead from Within

In the traditional leadership playbook. Skills like strategic vision, operational excellence, and technical expertise have long been considered the hallmarks of great leaders. However, as the business world continues to evolve at a breakneck pace. I’ve observed a shift in what truly defines impactful, future-proof leadership. As an executive coach, I’ve had the privilege of working with leaders and industries all over the world.

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The Rockefeller Habit #6 - Reporting and Analysis of Customer Feedback Data is as Frequent and Accurate as Financial Data

Sales Wolf Blog

You Are Ignoring Your Most Valuable Asset: Customer Feedback If you are treating customer feedback as an afterthought, you are already losing. Stop. The harsh reality is this: businesses that do not prioritize customer feedback are on a fast track to irrelevance. You will not survive, let alone scale, unless you treat customer feedback with the same level of intensity, rigor, and precision as your financial data.

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Why Self-Care Is the Secret Weapon for Growth and Profit for Women in Business?

Women on Business

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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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Managing Irritating People

Leadership Freak

Irritating people are everywhere because everyone is messy. Some more than others. We wish that “pain in the neck” employee would go away. What will it take for us to have a positive attitude about messy people?

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How To Handle The Top Mental Health Challenges Of Remote Work

Lead from Within

Remote and hybrid work models have become the new normal. Bringing with them a host of benefits – increased flexibility, reduced commute times, and greater autonomy. However, this shift has also unveiled a unique set of mental health challenges that leaders must proactively address. As an executive coach who has guided numerous organizations through this transition.

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How Metal Ceilings Can Elevate Your Office Environment

Strategy Driven

When designing an office, most people focus on furniture, colors, and layout. But what if the real transformation was right above your head? Yes, that’s right—ceilings can dramatically shape the feel of a space. Whether you want to create openness, bring elegance, or enhance the overall mood, it plays a major role. Enter metal ceilings. This detail could be the game-changing element your office has been missing.

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Business Car Financing 101: What You Need to Know About Securing a Fleet or Corporate Loan

Women on Business

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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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An exclusive interview with Rohit Bhargava and Ben duPont

CEO Insider

Have you ever wondered what a non-obvious thinker is? If you could see the world just a little differently or try something new, what would you change in your personal and professional life? Can non-obvious thinking be applied in the business sector? A fascinating world opens up when discussing with Rohit Bhargava and Ben duPont. […] The post An exclusive interview with Rohit Bhargava and Ben duPont appeared first on CEOWORLD magazine.

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Future-Proof Your Leadership with 7 Strategies for Today’s Evolving Workplace

Lead from Within

In today’s rapidly evolving workplace, leaders must continually adapt to stay effective and relevant. As an executive leadership coach, I collaborate with leaders worldwide. To not only future-proof their leadership skills but also their organizations. Together, we have identified several proven strategies that can enhance your leadership capabilities.

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Choosing the Right Data Processing Partner for Growth

Strategy Driven

As companies grow, coordinating the increasing amount of data is vital to long-term achievement. Data is the basis of customer service, decision-making, and overall operational efficiency. The right choice of data processing company will help you streamline your processes however, it can also help set the company in a position to grow sustainably. This guide will outline the most important aspects to take into consideration when selecting the right data processing company for your company.

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Building Trust and Cohesion in Remote Teams

Women on Business

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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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France’s Richest, Bernard Arnault, Expands Media Empire with Acquisition of Paris Match

CEO Insider

Bernard Arnault, CEO of luxury giant LVMH and France’s wealthiest individual, has expanded his media holdings with the acquisition of Paris Match, bringing the iconic magazine under his growing empire. The deal, announced on Tuesday, also includes other notable publications, such as Le Journal du Dimanche, which had been overseen by media tycoon Vincent Bolloré. […] The post France’s Richest, Bernard Arnault, Expands Media Empire with Acquisition of Paris Match appeared first on CEOW

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How Can AI Be Used To Improve Leadership Development Programs

Lead from Within

As organizations strive to cultivate the next generation of leaders, the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in leadership development programs has become increasingly prominent. AI-powered tools and analytics offer a wealth of opportunities to enhance the effectiveness and personalization of these critical initiatives. As an executive coach, I’ve identified several ways AI can be leveraged to strengthen leadership development programs.

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Tips for Crafting a Work Environment Everyone Will Love

Strategy Driven

Imagine walking into your workplace and immediately feeling energized, comfortable, and ready to take on the day. That’s the kind of environment we all crave—a space that inspires creativity, collaboration, and focus. But how do you create a work setting that people enjoy being in, day after day? It’s not just about trendy furniture or cool décor.

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The Impact of Female CEOs on Corporate Culture and College Graduates

Women on Business

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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.