Suzi McAlpine
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
I had a cool boss early on in my career called Carol. Carol was the ‘Queen of Wise One Liners’. She delivered these with penetrating wit, a minimum of sugar coating, at pace – and usually in between bites of an apple, which seemed to be her main sustenance during work hours. There were many… The post Feel Like Running Away? Then Do The Opposite. first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.
Peter Winick
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Getting a conference audience to stand up and pay attention. An interview with Kraig Kleeman about crafting custom live performances for events and connecting with C-Suite executives. All right thought leaders – be honest. Have you ever nodded off a little during a presentation? Now imagine a conference filled with rock and roll, choreographed numbers, and comedy.
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Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Behavior change is hard, but it’s a skill leaders who want to succeed amid near-constant organizational change need to develop. By increasing their self-awareness, committing to change, overcoming limiting thoughts, and deliberately practicing new behaviors, leaders raise the likelihood that the change initiatives they’re tasked to lead will be successful.
Lolly Daskal
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
It’s inevitable that every leader will encounter difficult conversations that will test their leadership. However, it’s important to remain calm in these situations in order to think clearly and respond responsibly. Here are ten ways to stay calm in difficult leadership conversations, so that you can handle any difficult situation with poise and professionalism: Take a deep breath: The power of deep breathing can’t be understated.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!
David Grossman
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Mergers and acquisitions, or M&A as the process is more commonly known in the business world, reached an all-time high in 2021 as companies struggled to find their footing following shutdowns and a “new normal” brought about by the pandemic. While M&As made headlines at that time with mega-deals in the $20- to $30-billion range, in 2023, M&A is taking a new form – but no less impactful for companies and their employees.
Peter Winick
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Transcript Hi there, it’s Peter Winnick. I’m the founder and CEO at Thought Leadership Leverage, and here’s the thought that I want to share with you today, and that’s this: Are you trying to hack your way to success as opposed to developing, implementing, installing, and managing the proper systems and processes in your business?
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Lolly Daskal
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
When it comes to leadership, the terms manager and leader are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. A manager is responsible for maintaining the status quo and ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within budget. A leader, on the other hand, is focused on creating a vision and inspiring others to work towards a common goal.
BetterUp
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Jump to section The definition of hard skills 5 valuable types of hard skills Best hard skills to put on a resume for in-demand jobs Hard skills are an easy sell
UVA Darden
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Good Disruption: The Virtual Workplace burtonc Thu, 09/21/2023 - 16:22 21 September 2023 Leadership & Management Operations & Technology Modern Global Leadership In conversation with Yael Grushka-Cockayne Michael Lenox Your browser does not support iframes, but you can visit The COVID pandemic forced people to work from home and left many questioning the value of going back into the office.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
If you’ve ever been in an unhealthy work situation, you probably know how hard it can be to leave. Leaving a bad job is never easy, and each person’s breaking point is different, so beating yourself up over why you stayed so long in a traumatic situation won’t help. But learning from each experience will empower you to own your career choices and leave earlier if you find yourself in a comparable situation again.
Implementing new tools or business processes in your organization? Lemon Learning put together a practical 3 part guide to prevent the pitfalls of change management. Drive a successful change management project from diagnosis through to measurement.
Lolly Daskal
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Great leaders are essential for the success of any organization. They provide direction, set the tone, and inspire others to achieve their best. But how do the best organizations develop great leaders? Through the following strategies: Identifying and promoting potential leaders: The best organizations have a system in place for identifying and promoting potential leaders.
Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Every leadership skill is made beautiful by humility. We're giving away 5 copies of our new book, "The Vagrant," on today's post.
Niagara Institute
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Whether you’re an employee attending a one-on-one meeting or a leader hosting a one-on-one meeting , everyone wants to make that time spent as worthwhile and productive as possible. For that to be possible, you need to ask thoughtful and intentional questions that provoke conversation, strengthen your working relationship, build trust and credibility, and prompt feedback.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Taking the time and effort to invest in upward relationships, such as those with skip-level managers, requires strategy, humility, and diligence. After all, leadership is not only about managing those below you, but also navigating the complexities above. In this article, the author offers practical tips for holding a successful skip-level meeting.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn
Let's set the scene: you’ve identified a critical performance gap in your organization and need to close that gap. A colleague suggests training, but you suspect there’s something going on that training can’t address. How can you determine if training is the right solution before you commit your budget and resources to a new training program? In this webinar, you will learn how to determine if training is the right solution using the Behavior Engineering Model.
Lolly Daskal
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Empathy is a crucial trait for any leader, especially those who want to succeed. Leaders who understand the perspectives and emotions of others and make decisions accordingly are more effective. They foster a positive and inclusive culture, build strong relationships with their team members, and are more likely to make better decisions. But there are certain things that empathetic leaders never do.
Kellogg Insight
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
So opulent! So exclusive! In the first of two bonus episodes, we explore everything that helps brands like Ferrari and Manolo Blahnik scream luxury.
Eric Jacobson
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
For over twenty years, Dr. Behnam Tabrizi has taught organizational transformation at Stanford University in its Executive Program, which he also directs. And now he’s written, Going on the Offense: A Leader’s Playbook for Perpetual Innovation. In a seven-year study, Tabrizi found that companies that focus their energy on building a supportive, purpose-driven culture that keeps people on edge, and boldly adapts to new environments are the companies that truly excel.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Covid-19 was the death knell for traditional hierarchical command-and-control operations management. In its place a new model has emerged that’s far better equipped to deal with today’s disruptive, volatile, and unpredictable environment. In this model, decision-making responsibility is broadly dispersed to where it makes the most sense, resulting in faster, more accurate decisions in response to changing conditions.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
We’ve all been there. You’ve been given a pile of dry content and asked to create a compelling eLearning course. You’re determined to create something more engaging than the same old course that learners quickly click through, but how do you take this “boring” content and create something relevant and engaging? Many instructional designers will say, “Boring in means boring out.
Lolly Daskal
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Difficult relationships can be a source of stress and anxiety for many people. Whether it’s a challenging colleague, a difficult client, or even a family member, managing these relationships requires a certain level of emotional intelligence and skill. Here are three ways to handle difficult relationships with confidence: Communicate assertively: Assertive communication is a key skill for handling difficult relationships.
Thought Leaders LLC
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Our reader poll today asks: What’s your favorite part of your job as a leader? Driving the financial and operational impact of my company 10.05% Setting the strategy and direction for the team 25.84% Developing and promoting my people 47.85% Having a “seat at the table” for important decisions 13.39% Something else 2.87% A leader’s job is building more leaders.
Eric Jacobson
SEPTEMBER 16, 2023
Bruce Tulgan ’s book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work is all about how to win influence, beat overcommitment, and get the right things done in your workplace. Tulgan says that what truly sets “go-to people” apart is how they think and what they do, including: They understand the peculiar mathematics of real influence – doing the right thing for the long term.
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 21, 2023
Some consumer experiences are best when they’re solo — but new research shows that people will forgo a high-quality experience in order to share it with a partner or loved one. As a result, they may have a worse time, which can lead to unsatisfied consumers, lower sales, and neglected business opportunities. This article explains why people tend to stick together, even when it isn’t necessarily beneficial, and outlines several ways marketers can encourage people to break apart (even briefly) in
Speaker: Chester Santos – Author, International Keynote Speaker, Executive Coach, Corporate Trainer, Memory Expert, U.S. Memory Champion
In October, scientists discovered that 75% of patients who experienced brain fog had a lower quality of life at work than those who did not. At best, brain fog makes you slower and less efficient. At worst, your performance and cognitive functions are impaired, resulting in memory, management, and task completion problems. In this entertaining and interactive presentation, Chester Santos, "The International Man of Memory," will assist you in developing life-changing skills that will greatly enha
Michael McKinney
SEPTEMBER 21, 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. John Tierney and Roy Baumeister on it’s what you don’t do: “Being able to hold your tongue rather than say something nasty or spiteful will do much more for your relationship than a good word or deed. “Remember the Negative Golden Rule—it’s what you don’t do unto others that matters most—you can avoid grief and save energy.
BetterUp
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
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Leadership Freak
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Good intentions don't guarantee positive results. Toxicity is almost always unintended. Leave a comment on this post for a chance to win our new book, The Vagrant!
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
Many have warned over the years of the growing cyber threats and some have offered thoughtful advice for how to strengthen an organization’s protection and resilience. Three questions can help determine whether enough has been done: First, have you participated in a cyber tabletop exercise recently? Second, do you have the contact information of your chief information security officer saved somewhere other than your work phone or computer?
15Five
SEPTEMBER 20, 2023
Most people leaders today understand the critical importance of promoting equity and inclusion on their teams and building a more diverse workforce. But one letter usually missing from the DEI acronym that we believe should be included is B—for belonging. Even in organizations that prioritize DEI, too many people feel like they don’t truly belong at their workplace or can’t be their authentic selves at work.
Eric Jacobson
SEPTEMBER 17, 2023
Extreme Teams is a fascinating book by Robert Bruce Shaw , where he takes you inside top companies and examines not just great teams (your more “conventional” teams), but extreme teams. According to Shaw, extreme teams : View work as a calling —even an obsession. Value members’ cultural fit and ability to collectively produce results. Pursue a limited set of vital priorities —less is more.
Kotter Inc.
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
Celebrating wins isn't about giving staff gold stars, but fostering a coherent sense of engagement, culture and community, says Leslie Zemnick-Folsgaard:
Harvard Business Review
SEPTEMBER 22, 2023
Companies like Slack and Dropbox have pioneered the use of Product-Led Growth (PLG). They start by building a product that’s indispensable for small teams, then count on low friction and customer advocates to expand throughout the organization. PLG works, at least at first. But it can create challenges for growing companies. The answer isn’t to reject PLG.
AIHR
SEPTEMBER 18, 2023
In the ever-evolving world of human resources , countless tools and strategies can help you maximize efficiency while keeping staff morale high. To prove how useful these techniques can be, we’ve gathered 11 real-life human resources examples from organizations all over the globe. From comprehensive benefits to AI talent retention solutions, these cases paint a vivid picture of HR in action.
Eric Jacobson
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Mayberry, former linebacker for the Chicago Bears and now keynote speaker and global expert in leadership development, culture change, and organizational performance, took the lessons he learned on the field and in the locker room straight to the boardroom.
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