Harvard Business Review

JUNE 18, 2024

Strategic fitness is a leader’s ability to learn from and adapt to their environment to set direction and create a competitive advantage. A study of 77 C-suite executives over four years found that strategically fit leaders excel in four disciplines : 1) Strategic fitness, or setting clear direction and calibrating when necessary; 2) Leadership fitness, or refining their style to meet the moment; 3) Organizational fitness, or investing in thinking about the future state of the business; and 4) C

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Lolly Daskal

JUNE 21, 2024

In an era where remote work has become the new norm, building and maintaining a robust team culture presents unique challenges. According to a Buffer survey, while 99% of employees would like to work remotely at least some of the time, fostering a sense of belonging and cohesion in a virtual environment is a significant concern for many leaders. As an executive leadership coach, I’ve worked with numerous teams transitioning to remote work, helping them create a culture that not only survives but

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Implementation Manager Employee Engagement Leadership Development 330

Leadership Freak

JUNE 19, 2024

Organizational energy drives success. Teams die a slow death when you neglect vitality. Do you know the 6 sources of organizational energy? This post explains the sources of organizational energy and offers insights that fuel the engines of success.

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Energy Engineering Leadership Development 319

Michael McKinney

JUNE 20, 2024

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. Michel de Montaigne on safeguards: “The infancies of all things are feeble and weak. We must keep our eyes open at their beginnings; you cannot find the danger then because it is so small: once it has grown, you cannot find the cure.

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Speaker: Carolyn Clark and Miriam Connaughton

Forget predictions, let’s focus on priorities for the year and explore how to supercharge your employee experience. Join Miriam Connaughton and Carolyn Clark as they discuss key HR trends for 2025—and how to turn them into actionable strategies for your organization. In this dynamic webinar, our esteemed speakers will share expert insights and practical tips to help your employee experience adapt and thrive.

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Peter Winick

JUNE 20, 2024

Embracing Innovation in Writing and Publishing A conversation with Phil Simon about being a ghostwriter and running a hybrid publishing house. In this riveting episode of Thought Leadership Leverage with host Peter Winick, we dive into the world of non-fiction with Phil Simon, a multifaceted writer, ghostwriter, speaker, and podcaster. Phil shares his journey from a college professor in business information systems to becoming a prolific author and the founder of a hybrid publishing company.

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Marketing Software Scaling Engineering 33

Lolly Daskal

JUNE 17, 2024

Cross-functional teams are essential in today’s multifaceted business environment. They bring a blending varied of expertise to spark innovation and address complex challenges. Yet, the task of guiding these teams to work in harmony is not without its hurdles, as differences in background and departmental objectives can complicate collaboration. Harvard research reveals that about 75% of cross-functional teams tend to underperform, often due to a clash of interests and conflicting loyalties amon

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Diversity Inclusion Implementation Accounts 323

Michael McKinney

JUNE 21, 2024

S UMMER is here. The summer is a perfect time to explore new ideas and perspectives to challenge your thinking and expand your potential. Create a summer reading plan. Try a book you usually don’t pick up. Wally Bock offers his advice on this here. Here are ten suggestions for booksreleased this year to inspire you and help grow your leadership. Supercommunicators : How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection by Charles Duhigg - (February 2024) Come inside a jury room as one juror leads a st

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Recruitment Implementation Accounts 253

Chief Outsiders

JUNE 20, 2024

In today's hyper-connected world, the customer journey has evolved into a multifaceted landscape shaped by many influences and access to extensive information. As personalization and marketing sophistication continue to advance, it becomes increasingly vital for businesses to acknowledge that understanding the customer journey extends beyond mere assumptions.

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Marketing 162

Lolly Daskal

JUNE 19, 2024

In the world of leadership, success hinges on more than mere intention; it requires a set of core skills that are both learned and meticulously honed over time. A study by the Center for Creative Leadership found that leaders who excel in certain core competencies are more effective and have a more substantial impact on their organizations’ bottom line.

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Leadership Freak

JUNE 21, 2024

During the Summer months I plan to post on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. There's still time to get in on this week's book giveaway. "Power Phrases.

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Leadership Development 270

Speaker: Kaitlin Ruby Carroll

Retaining top talent in 2025 means rethinking benefits. In a competitive job market, fertility benefits are more than just offerings - they are a commitment to your team’s well-being. Gain critical insights into the latest fertility benefits strategies that can help position your organization as an industry leader. Our expert will explore the unique advantages and challenges of each model, share success stories from top organizations, and offer practical strategies to make benefits decisions tha

Benefits

David Grossman

JUNE 17, 2024

The best leaders are exceptional communicators. That’s always been true and even more critical now, at a time when employees and other stakeholders are bombarded with information and often look to their leaders for what’s most important. Leaders who earn the trust and support of their team get there because they believe in the power of great communication in all forms – speeches and presentations, team meetings, one-on-one check-ins, town halls, and written communication.

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Kellogg Insight

JUNE 18, 2024

From providing insight into your customers to amplifying human creativity, generative AI is here to help.

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Marketing 134

Lolly Daskal

JUNE 20, 2024

Effective management is an art that requires not just knowledge and experience, but also the ability to adapt and apply best practices in various situations. A staggering 82% of managers are said to be lacking in the necessary leadership skills, according to a study by Gallup. However, with the right approach, anyone can refine their management style for superior results.

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Leadership Freak

JUNE 18, 2024

Get in early! It's book giveaway time! "Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Workplace Conflict," is one of the most practical books you can read. Today's sample: How to Handle a Lazy Co-Worker. Karin Hurt and David Dye are giving away 20 SIGNED copies. Don't miss it. Click the link and leave a comment.

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Leadership Development 245

Speaker: Jeremy York

2024 has tested every organization, and 2025 promises no less - the warning signs are everywhere. If you’re relying on superficial approaches to diversity, you might find yourself scrambling to catch up. Thought diversity - the fuel for new ideas, fresh perspectives, and disruptive innovation - is more than a buzzword. It's a survival strategy. And if you’re not building it into your workplace culture right now , you’re heading for trouble.

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Jackie Nagel

JUNE 21, 2024

Do you see yourself as a strategic genius? Think again. Only three out of ten small business owners truly grasp strategic skills. This implies that many entrepreneurs could miss crucial growth and scaling opportunities. Surprised? Don’t be! Developing strategic skills is a challenge for many small business owners. The constant juggling of daily operations, customer service, and financial management often leaves little time for long-term planning and strategic thinking.

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Small Business Strategic Planning Scaling Operations 130

Eric Jacobsen Blog

JUNE 17, 2024

At age 16, Payman Zamani fled Iran and made his way to America as a refugee. At 28, he secured a billion-dollar IPO. Today, he is redefining what it means to be an entrepreneur and business leader. In his new book , Crossing the Desert: The Power Of Embracing Life's Difficult Journeys , Zamani tells his harrowing journey and gives readers an intimate look at how the paths we choose, the values we embrace, and the systems we decide to participate in (or not) can make or break us, not only financi

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Lolly Daskal

JUNE 18, 2024

Effective communication is the cornerstone of exceptional leadership. Surprisingly, a study by Salesforce found that 86% of employees and executives cite lack of collaboration or ineffective communication for workplace failures. For leaders, the ability to convey ideas clearly and inspire action is paramount. Yet, not every leader has the luxury of time to refine these skills extensively.

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Leadership Freak

JUNE 20, 2024

Shape the world or be shaped by it. Don't go with the flow unless oblivion is your goal. In this post, reflect on ways to adapt and have vision. Consider 4 specific ways you can shape the world today. Share your thoughts as well.

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Leadership Development 239

Speaker: Radhika Samant and Todd Wuestenberg

Employee recognition has often been deemed a "feel-good" initiative, tied closely to rewards. While we understand its importance, we tend to associate recognition with intangible outcomes like engagement and sentiment, rather than direct impacts on retention and high performance. In today’s workplace, the true ROI of recognition lies in its ability to regenerate tangible, business-driven results.

Retention

Alison Green

JUNE 19, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. It’s five answers to five questions. Here we go… 1. Employee cries audibly whenever she gets a new assignment I am a lawyer at a small-ish law firm. We have five paralegals, of varying abilities. Our best and most senior paralegal is a bit of a cryer. It seems like it is part of her process.

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B2B Software Manager 116

Help Scout Leadership

JUNE 20, 2024

Discover the top 11 help desk ticketing systems for 2024. Find the perfect solution to streamline your workflow, enhance collaboration, and boost customer satisfaction.

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Workflows 113

Thought Leaders LLC

JUNE 19, 2024

Every business venture carries risk. Kim Wasson describes five factors to consider when diving into risk management. Today’s guest post is b y Kim Wasson, a principal at thought LEADERS where she teaches our course on Risk Management. You know that managing risk is important. You know that the difference between dismal failure and a simple adjustment can be as straightforward as being prepared.

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Manager Risk Management Project Management 109

AIHR

JUNE 19, 2024

Getting an HR certification with experience is possible! Various pathways and resources are available now to facilitate this journey, making HR certificates more accessible to individuals from different educational and career backgrounds. Payscale noted that having an HR certification positively influences an HR professional’s chances of getting a promotion and salary hike. 82% of HR assistants surveyed said they have been promoted in the last 5 years.

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Human Resources Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS) Compliance Education 105

Speaker: Miriam Connaughton and Donald Knight

As organizations scale, keeping employees connected, engaged, and productive can seem like a monumental task. But what if AI could help you do all of this and more? AI has the power to help, but the key is implementing it in a way that enhances, rather than replaces, human connection. Join us for an exploration into how industry trailblazers are using AI to transform employee experience at scale while addressing both the potential and the pitfalls.

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Alison Green

JUNE 18, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I’ve worked for my C-Suite boss for almost five years. We are in a line of work where we attend a lot of lunches and dinners at nice restaurants, most often as guests of vendors and clients. While I generally enjoy the fine dining opportunities, I find my boss to be an insufferable restaurant patron.

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Hospitality Manager 116

Help Scout Leadership

JUNE 19, 2024

Chatbots and conversational AI are terms that are sometimes used interchangeably, but they aren't the same thing. Learn the difference and find the right solution for you.

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Thought Leaders LLC

JUNE 17, 2024

Creative individuals in your organizations operating with clear standards and accountability can use advancing AI technology to innovate and supercharge productivity. Today’s guest post is b y John Warner, author of The Intelligence Tsunami: Get Off the Beach, Ride the Wave, or Get Washed Away. As early as the 1906 Olympics, high jumpers knew that the “flop” technique allowed them to jump higher with their backs arched and their heads first over the bar.

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Operations Accounts 109

SME Strategy

JUNE 18, 2024

Explore how SME Strategy partnered with Cascadia Consulting to develop a successful marketing strategy for fleet electrification.

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Marketing 105

Speaker: Andrea Wuchiski

In an era where a workforce spans multiple generations, HR managers and Total Rewards leaders face the unique challenge of designing benefits packages that cater to diverse employee needs. This session will delve into how comprehensive fertility benefits can bridge generational gaps, support employees’ health, and enhance workplace satisfaction. Join us for an insightful session that highlights the strategic importance of fertility benefits in today’s competitive job market.

Benefits

Alison Green

JUNE 17, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: In April, I did a job interview at a small employer (less than 15 staff). I’ve often been told that I interview well, but this interview was probably the best interview I’ve ever done. The interviewers repeatedly told me how impressed they were with me, I built a great personal connection and rapport with the interviewers (who were laughing and smiling throughout the interview) and at the end, when

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Manager 116

Peter Winick

JUNE 18, 2024

Source: AmiSights: Financing the Future For Small Business Owners and Entrepreneurs “In this week’s edition of the AmiSights Podcast, we talk to, founder and CEO of, a company that helps thought leaders, authors, consultants, and speakers monetize and scale their content and products. Despite their backgrounds or professions, thought leaders all have several traits in common.

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Small Business Scaling 100

Thought Leaders LLC

JUNE 20, 2024

Our reader poll today asks: Have you ever called someone out publicly for their bad behavior? I do it all the time 6.76% I’ve done it, but only after trying to resolve it between just the two of us 38.40% I’ve never done it but have considered it 29.54% I would never do that 8.01% I would never do that, and I think it’s inappropriate for anyone to do so 17.29% Public “call outs” are controversial.

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Rhythm Systems Growth

JUNE 20, 2024

Christine Rutherford brings strategy, mentorship, and high standards to Rhythm and Beyond, sharing insights on her career journey, empowering women in business, and navigating challenges in the sales landscape.

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Sales Sales Accounts 98

Speaker: Hanh Nguyen

In today’s ever-changing world, HR professionals often find themselves juggling conflicting priorities - especially when external factors seem out of their control. As we traverse the unpredictable waters of the current political and economic landscape, we find ourselves at a crossroads. For HR leaders, understanding how these external forces shape our diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts is crucial.

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