Suzi McAlpine

JANUARY 24, 2023

This year, I’m doing something hugely counter-cultural with my business. Some might even say I’ve completely lost my marbles. Instead of growing my business, I’m shrinking it. This is an absurd move – at least if you consider the standard collective wisdom in business. It’s especially ludicrous given the wave my business is currently riding.… The post The road less travelled – 5 tips if you’re stepping off the beaten path first appeared on Suzi McAlpine | The Art of Leadership.

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Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 26, 2023

Working with difficult people can be challenging, but there are steps you can take to effectively manage and resolve conflicts and challenges. As an executive coach, I know that even though some people can be challenging, there are some strategic ways to work with difficult people successfully. Here are a few that I know are effective: Understand their perspective and needs: When dealing with difficult people, it’s crucial to make an effort to comprehend their perspective and requirement

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Tanveer Nasser

JANUARY 25, 2023

Over the past several months I’ve had some interesting conversations with leaders who attended one of my keynotes or workshops. In particular, what was noteworthy was this common thread underlining each of these conversations. Whether it was a middle-level manager or an executive from the C-suite, in each of these interactions I couldn’t help but note the sense of self-doubt these leaders expressed about their continued ability to lead.

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Manager 136

Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 27, 2023

From the moment they pulled him over for what they claim was reckless driving, five Memphis police officers met Tyre Nichols with excessive force and disregard for his Black life.

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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!

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Scott Elbin

JANUARY 24, 2023

My son Brad’s girlfriend Renee is a brand new first grade teacher this year. In addition to her commitment to setting little kids off on a strong path for their lives, I’m really impressed by how much thought and effort Renee puts into her work every day. It takes a lot of planning plus improvisational skills to keep a roomful of six-year-olds engaged and learning from 8:30 in the morning to 2:30 in the afternoon.

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Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 24, 2023

As an executive leadership coach with many years of experience, I have seen countless individuals go through the difficult process of being laid off. While it can be a challenging and overwhelming experience, it’s important to remember that being laid off is not a reflection of your worth as an individual. Instead, it presents an opportunity to reassess your career goals and make positive changes that will lead to greater fulfillment and satisfaction.

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Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 26, 2023

With 'The Amazing Baby Name Book,' Amy Ephron, Maia Wapnick and Anna Ephron Harari offer a delightful and well-curated selection of names that may not be on your radar.

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Zenefits

JANUARY 25, 2023

As a startup, the ability to work remotely can be incredibly beneficial, not only in terms of cost savings and convenience for employees but also regarding productivity. However, there may come a time when having a physical office is beneficial. In this case, adopting a hybrid work model can be an excellent strategy to get people back into the office without losing the benefits of remote work.

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Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 25, 2023

Navigating uncertainty as a CEO can be a challenging task. With so many variables and unknowns in today’s business world, it can be difficult to know which direction to take. That’s where experienced executive leadership coaches come in. As a coach, I am busier now than ever before because leaders are searching for someone who has been through similar situations, someone who can look beyond the day-to-day operations, and help guide them through uncertain times.

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AIHR

JANUARY 23, 2023

HR communication is vital to the successful management of any organization. Whether you are updating employees on new policies, gathering feedback on employee satisfaction, or providing critical information on how to prepare for an extreme weather event, effective communication is fundamental to business operations. Developing an effective HR communication strategy will enable you to communicate successfully with employees and all internal stakeholders, linking your communication to the organiza

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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.

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Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 24, 2023

The crypto world—cryptocurrencies, digital tokens, smart contracts, NFTs, and decentralized finance (DeFi)—which is underpinned by blockchain technology is giving a whole new meaning to male domination.

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Refresh

JANUARY 27, 2023

At the start of the new year, millions of people resolve to better themselves, become more marketable in their field, and finally achieve goals they’ve been putting on hold for years. But just because they’ve decided what they want to do or be in the new year, doesn’t mean the end goal will be easy to reach. In fact, a University of Scranton study found that only 8% of people achieve their New Year’s resolutions.

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Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 23, 2023

As an executive leadership coach, I have long recognized the importance of understanding how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the way we lead and manage organizations. It is no longer a question of if, but rather a question of how to effectively navigate the changes that AI is bringing to businesses. I have been encouraging my clients to embrace AI in their operations to stay competitive and drive growth.

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BetterUp

JANUARY 23, 2023

Jump to section What are emotions? The 8 basic emotions How emotions affect learning Examples of how emotions affect learning 4 ways to use emotions to promote learning Embrace every emotion Let’s face it — we’re emotional beings first, rational beings second. Our emotions dictate how we react to situations, decide where to focus our attention, and decipher information.

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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.

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Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 23, 2023

Elon Musk became a fan of remote work recently, when he found it helped him cut costs. He closed down Twitter's Seattle and Singapore offices, telling all workers to work remotely. That shows how remote work will win in a recession.

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Refresh

JANUARY 23, 2023

We live in a post-pandemic world, and job seekers have had to adapt to a new way of job searching, including how they prepare for and participate in interviews. Since the pandemic, many companies have used virtual interviews, and Teams and Zoom interviews appear to be here to stay. According to a recent survey of employers by TopResume, the world’s largest resume-writing service, job candidates are making huge mistakes when interviewing virtually.

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Human Resources 105

Lolly Daskal

JANUARY 27, 2023

As a leader, it’s important to support and engage your remote employees in order to create a thriving work environment. Here are five ways to do that: Encourage collaboration: When it comes to remote employees being successful, the most effective leaders know great things happen when employees work together. Therefore, it’s important to foster a culture of collaboration among your remote employees.

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Rhythm Systems Growth

JANUARY 23, 2023

Peak performance refers to the highest level of performance that an individual or organization can achieve in a particular task or activity. It is the point at which a person or group is operating at their best, utilizing its full range of abilities and resources to achieve optimal results.

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Operations 104

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.

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Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 27, 2023

Maurice Cunningham has long been on the trail of dark money and behind the scenes influence in education policy.

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Education 145

Viima

JANUARY 27, 2023

While improvisation might bring the zest to a comedy performance or to your Saturday night’s Bolognese sauce, in the world of innovation a systematic approach is the way to go. And the zest here is a fitting and well-thought-through innovation management process. It has been a hot minute since we last cover ed the topic. So, for the New Year, we will dust off our knowledge and insights and share updated guides to innovation management techniques.

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Chief Executive

JANUARY 27, 2023

Zenni optical is expanding production of its ophthalmic lenses in Ohio, switching capacity from China. Commercial Vehicle Group is halving exposure to Chinese factories for supply of its automotive seat frames by building new plants in Morocco and Mexico. And Taco Comfort Solutions is spending more than $10 million to erect a new warehouse in Rhode Island to manage parts it makes in Europe and Vietnam.

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Rhythm Systems Growth

JANUARY 27, 2023

The recent Oscar nomination of the movie Everything Everywhere All at Once has brought a lot of attention to exploring different perspectives and embracing the unknown, two ideas modern-day CEOs should recognize as essential aspects of their daily lives. As leaders and decision-makers of their companies, CEOs need to continually strive towards finding new solutions that bridge the divide between what is done and what could be done.

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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

Education

Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 27, 2023

This article summarizes a recent discussion with Yann LeCun discussing why ChatGPT3 is not revolutionary and why AI is not as Smart as a Cat.

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Zenefits

JANUARY 25, 2023

Recruitment and hiring processes are constantly changing and evolving. As the world moves into 2023, it’s important to consider the best ways to attract and retain the highest-quality talent. Many businesses will be on the lookout for better recruitment practices in the new year. Actually, 75% of businesses struggle to effectively recruit top talent.

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Chief Executive

JANUARY 27, 2023

One of the lasting legacies of the Covid-19 pandemic is an increase in the number of employees working remotely, whether fully or in hybrid roles. This new way of working necessarily requires employees to be able to access information away from the office, increasing the risks that employers’ most valuable information could be stolen. Virtually all businesses have “trade secrets,” defined as business information that has commercial value derived from the fact that it remains secret.

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Rhythm Systems Growth

JANUARY 27, 2023

One of the things I have to do as a business consultant is to be a great listener. This is a key leadership and communication skill for anyone. Sometimes effective listening can be a challenge because, like most people, I can fall into the trap of thinking about my response and how I would like to help the individual with whom I am communicating. One of my pet peeves has always been that many people begin developing their response as soon as the other person starts speaking rather than truly lis

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Accounts 98

Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 25, 2023

While the program is well equipped to pass even complex tests, it cannot be a substitute for innovation, creativity, and critical thinking—attributes that students are expected to showcase on the college admissions essay.

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Education 111

Zenefits

JANUARY 23, 2023

There are many different reasons for a person having gaps in their resume. A survey showed that 59% of Americans have had some sort of gap in their career. These can include several circumstances, including: Family-related reasons Needing a break Getting laid off Getting fired Going back to school Starting a business Building a network Freelancing Having gaps in a professional resume gives job seekers a different level of anxiety.

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Chief Executive

JANUARY 24, 2023

Everyone appreciates a little peace of mind, right? That’s why I purchased a GPS tracker for my wife’s car as a Christmas present last year. It seemed like a great gift. She’s always on the map so this will help me make sure she’s doing what she’s supposed to be doing. The device even came with a neat app that lets me track her phone too! As you’d imagine, she was less than thrilled about my gift.

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UVA Darden

JANUARY 23, 2023

Investing Responsibly: ESG and the Well-Intentioned Investor burtonc Mon, 01/23/2023 - 09:51 20 January 2023 Finance & Accounting Business, Ethics & Society Impact Investing Business & Public Policy Asset Management and Investment Investing Insights Aaron Fernstrom No matter how one refers to it — “ESG” (environmental, social and governance), “responsible” or “sustainable” investing — the world is paying increased attention to investment decisions that include nonfinancial factors not captured b

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Forbes Leadership

JANUARY 23, 2023

There can be no definitive list of "disability don'ts." But here are three of the most common things non-disabled people say and do, with the best intentions, that tend to exhaust and exasperate people with disabilities.

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Vantage Circle

JANUARY 23, 2023

They are problem solvers, multi-talented, multi-skilled, and ready for a wide range of challenges. They distinguish themselves not just by excelling at a certain few areas but rather by their versatility. They are the Chief Experience Officers (CXO). If you are one of those aiming to hire a CXO, here are some details that should help you. Customer and employee experience are two of the most powerful factors in business.

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