Stop Hedging – It Makes You Sound Weak
Leadership Freak
NOVEMBER 10, 2023
How to stop hedging? Yesterday, a leader I respect said, “I almost teared up.” Then I spoke directly, “You didn’t almost tear up. Either you did or you didn’t.”
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Knowing How Your People Think Is a Superpower
Sales Wolf Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Ray Dalio built Bridgewater into one of the largest hedge funds in the world by mastering this skill, and it is time you did too. Let’s get straight to the point: if you are leading a team without understanding how your people think, you are setting yourself up for failure.
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The Prisoner’s (Hedge Fund) Dilemma
CO2
SEPTEMBER 26, 2013
SAC Manager Arrested for Insider Trading at Hedge Fund. If you speak to most hedge fund managers, they will tell you what they create is efficient markets. The payoffs hedge fund employees are real, but the business has the feel of a game. Most businesses actually produce something. Back in March, one SAC Manager (Michael S.
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Burn the Boats: Toss Plan B Overboard and Unleash Your Full Potential
Leading Blog
MARCH 10, 2023
You throw away your backup plans and you push forward, no longer bogged down by the infinite ways in which we hedge our own success. Leaning into your differences—those things that make you unique—will help you to not hedge your bets. To accomplish something great, you have to give yourself no escape route, no chance to turn back.
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Want Better Influence at Work? Avoid These Communication Mistakes
Let's Grow Leaders
MARCH 22, 2021
When I think of “hedging words,” I think of the scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz. .” If you want better influence, know when to stop talking. What to say instead: “Great. Glad you agree. Here’s what I recommend we do next.” “Well we could go this way, but we could also go that way.”
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How Employees Respond When Activist Investors Get Involved
The Horizons Tracker
JANUARY 12, 2022
Institutional investors, such as hedge funds, are increasingly active in terms of their attempt to influence the direction of the firms they invest in. The authors argue that this loss of talent is largely because of the uncertainty caused by the hedge funds activity.
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Streamlining Currency Exchange for Savvy Travelers and Traders
Strategy Driven
AUGUST 22, 2024
Moreover, they can offer insights and advice on hedging strategies to protect against currency fluctuation risks, which is particularly valuable for traders dealing in volatile markets. Minimizing Risks Through Hedging For traders, particularly those dealing in large volumes, hedging against currency risk is crucial.
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Kristi Hedges: An interview by Bob Morris
First Friday Book Synopsis
FEBRUARY 4, 2012
Kristi Hedges is a leadership coach, speaker and author. In her 20-year career working with leaders to help them communicate more effectively she’s encountered every personality type imaginable, yet remains more than a little passionate that anyone can learn presence.
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On Hedge Funds, Outside Investors, and Corporate Culture – (with a story about George Zimmer)
First Friday Book Synopsis
DECEMBER 1, 2015
… Read More On Hedge Funds, Outside Investors, and Corporate Culture – (with a story about George Zimmer). It may be practically impossible when the leader who built such a culture, who nurtured it over the long haul, is no longer around. And, sometimes, “outside” investors can destroy what it took years to build.…
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How To Inspire And Energize People Every Day
Eric Jacobson
NOVEMBER 28, 2022
It's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Kristi Hedges But, first, what exactly is inspiration?
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Skills Development Is Key If Firms Are To Make Best Use Of Alternative Data
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 23, 2022
Alternative data, such as social media activity or satellite imagery, has become a big deal in the trading world, with hedge funds and other asset managers striving to find new ways to gain a competitive edge over their rivals.
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Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Knight Rider 2000
Joseph Lalonde
OCTOBER 3, 2022
Corrupt Officer Marla Hedges (Megan Butler) lures McCormick into a dangerous situation. Officer Marla Hedges: There is no out. Hedges told Miller there was no out. McCormick picked up the gun. She turned it into her partner, Miller. She trusted him, but it turns out he was working with a corrupt group of cops, including Watts.
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Eight Times For Storytelling In The Workplace
Eric Jacobson
JANUARY 22, 2024
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.
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Simple Ways to Take The Stress Out of Investing
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 28, 2023
Explore Ways to Hedge Downside Risk While portfolio losses are unavoidable in market declines, hedging instruments can help mitigate them. Work with your financial advisor to evaluate hedging choices appropriate for your portfolio and risk appetite. Make level-headed portfolio decisions aligned to your plan, not emotions.
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How To Reduce The Risk Of FX Trading
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 11, 2022
Hedging is a process of offsetting the losses or gains that can take place when trading from one currency to another. There are a few ways in which companies can choose to hedge their currency so that they can remain financially stable, including options, futures, and short positions.
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Winning Teams Know to Trust Their Team Members
Leading Blog
JUNE 12, 2023
Supply planners shouldn’t be forced to guess which of the demand mix, volume, or timing in the plan is going to come true, and which are hedges against possible poor performance from the manufacturing organization. The manufacturing organization is rarely an open bar, so to speak. They know the pitfalls of second-guessing the demand plan.
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How To Energize People Everyday
Eric Jacobson
JUNE 5, 2021
It's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Kristi Hedges But, first, what exactly is inspiration?
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How To Be An Inspirational Leader
Eric Jacobson
APRIL 28, 2021
The book is called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Kristi Hedges But, first, what exactly is inspiration?
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Top Rated Investments with Precious Metals
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 22, 2022
For example, investors can use physical precious metals as a hedge against currency devaluation or inflation. These assets can also be used as a store of value and a potential hedge against geopolitical risks. Both can be a hedge against inflation. These investments are also a good hedge against inflation.
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115 First Look: Leadership Books for June 2024
Leading Blog
JUNE 1, 2024
These professional risk-takers—poker players and hedge fund managers, crypto true believers and blue-chip art collectors—can teach us much about navigating the uncertainty of the twenty-first century. Good Judgment : Making Better Business Decisions with the Science of Human Personality by Richard Davis In Good Judgment , Dr.
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The Inspiration Code
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 26, 2020
Reflecting back, and sharing again, that book is, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.
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Negativity Loops Destroy Intention
Leading Blog
JULY 6, 2012
Kristi Hedges is an expert in executive presence. Hedges says, “People who maintain optimistic thoughts gain resilience. When you find yourself in a stressful situation and caught in a downward negative spiral, Hedges recommends that you: Stay vigilant and recognize when it’s purely pessimism and not constructive.
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Use a 360-Degree Approach to Get Feedback on Leading Change
Lead Change Blog
AUGUST 31, 2021
In a popular Harvard Business Review article, Kristi Hedges suggests the following approac. For that reason, many organizations limit this tool to senior leaders. Don’t let that stop you from seeking feedback on your own. I call it the DIY (do-it-yourself) 360. Select five colleagues (I suggest your boss, two peers, and two direct reports).
Why is Inflation All over the World the True Reason for the Decline in the Bitcoin Price?
Strategy Driven
MAY 31, 2021
Bitcoins: The Hedge Against The Inflation: Now it has already been proved that the reason for the rise in inflation is generally the increase of money supply in an economy in the long run. But you still have the choice to deal with this long run inflation by hedging the bitcoins against it.
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Run Away From Sales People With These Traits
Sales Wolf Blog
NOVEMBER 28, 2018
If only the egos of those involved in the sales hiring process were hedged by a data-driven sales hiring strategy. The hiring manager should be selecting sales hires based on the merits of their background, education, experience, and sales personality match.
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The Risks And Rewards Of Working With A Star Employee
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 24, 2021
The researchers examined the hedge fund industry in the US to test how working with a star would affect the appraisal of non-star performers both when projects went well and when they went badly. The researchers gathered data from Eurekahedge, which is an investment research firm that compiles data on both hedge funds and fund managers.
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How A Coach Differs From A Mentor
Eric Jacobson
APRIL 29, 2021
Author Kristi Hedges , in her book, The Power of Presence , provides these explanations of the roles of a coach and of a mentor and how they differ from each other: The Coach shows empathy through a mixture of tough love and strong support. The coach is not afraid to push you because she sees the best in you.
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What Safety Do Precious Metal IRA Companies Offer?
Strategy Driven
DECEMBER 5, 2022
Instead, they act as a hedge against inflation. They’re also a good hedge against inflation. Investing in precious metals in your retirement account is a good way to reduce investment volatility and make your money last through an economic downturn. The IRS has strict guidelines regarding precious metals IRAs.
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Taking Control of Your Investments: The Case for Transferring to a Gold IRA
Strategy Driven
SEPTEMBER 25, 2023
Hedge Against Inflation Inflation erodes the purchasing power of your money over time. In the past, gold has been a dependable inflation hedge. Gold frequently maintains or even increases in value when equities decline. This could provide your retirement portfolio stability.
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LeadershipNow 140: April 2019 Compilation
Leading Blog
APRIL 30, 2019
CX’s Biggest Problem is Finding the RIGHT Problem via @customerthink How do we hedge against bad problem framing? Why Authenticity is the New Charisma by @SusanMazza. How to Take Charge of Your Remote Meetings via @LetsGrowLeaders. Communication Practices of High-Performance Management Teams by @artpetty.
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How To Energize People Every Day
Eric Jacobson
MAY 3, 2018
Available starting Wednesday, June 1, it's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.
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How To Be An Effective Storyteller
Eric Jacobson
APRIL 17, 2021
According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements : Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.
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How The Best Leaders Energize People Every Day
Eric Jacobson
MAY 29, 2017
Available starting Wednesday, June 1, it's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.
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Effective Storytelling Includes These Seven Elements
Eric Jacobson
NOVEMBER 21, 2020
According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.
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Is It Beneficial When Innovation Pitches Frame Outcomes As Possible Scenarios?
The Horizons Tracker
APRIL 18, 2022
Part of the success of projects such as the Good Judgment Project is that the best participants would often hedge their predictions in terms of probabilities. They wouldn’t say something would definitely happen but rather it would have a reasonable chance of doing so.
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135 Seven Elements For Telling A Good Story
Eric Jacobson
OCTOBER 12, 2019
According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience Includes common reference points the audience can understand Involves detailed characters and imagery Reveals conflict, vulnerability, or achievement (..)
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5 Tips to Manage Your Finances Before a Recession
Strategy Driven
NOVEMBER 5, 2020
Hedge Your Income Sources. When you have multiple income sources in a recession, it helps hedge your earnings and diversifies your risk of losses from a particular source of income. Several online learning platforms help learn new skills and add to your knowledge base. Be tactful while choosing multiple sources of income.
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How Variable Work Schedules Undermine Performance
The Horizons Tracker
JULY 31, 2022
While traditional management theory suggests that flexible staffing can be a valuable hedge against uncertainty in both demand and volume, the paper reminds us that this can place a considerable toll on the workforce and result in a much higher loss of talent due to the high turnover.
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Partnering With Universities Can Help To Protect Firm’s IP
The Horizons Tracker
OCTOBER 4, 2022
Such an approach can be an effective hedge against any leakage risks, especially as academics prefer to publish their research publicly, so patent protection is less effective. This is because the internal collaborations create a kind of knowledge protection effect due to the spread of information across a range of labs and teams.
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7 Steps For Telling A Good Story
Eric Jacobson
JANUARY 18, 2020
According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.
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How to Prepare for Tough Times
Frank Sonnenberg Online
NOVEMBER 28, 2023
Hedge your bets to protect your downside. Think about what you’d do if you were faced with tough times. For example, take steps to remain healthy, reduce overhead costs, and expand your social network. Be cautious. If you place all your eggs in one basket, any fall will be a messy one. Remain grounded. Don’t let success go to your head.
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Common Ownership Can Improve Innovation Efficiency
The Horizons Tracker
AUGUST 19, 2021
It’s a narrative that paints a picture of investors backing perhaps a single startup in an industry, but research from Wharton highlights how VCs increasingly hedge their bets across a number of startups, and what’s more, this practice actually improves the efficiency of innovation in that sector.
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8 Truths About Inflation You Need To Know
The Horizons Tracker
NOVEMBER 6, 2022
While larger companies may be able to hedge the costs associated with key inputs and smooth out any cyclical costs, smaller businesses may struggle to achieve this. High inflation makes it incredibly difficult to plan and invest for any business, as it has an impact not only across the supply chain but also on consumer spending.
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Use Storytelling During These Eight Times
Eric Jacobson
SEPTEMBER 14, 2020
"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.
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