AIHR

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Most organizations have a performance management framework in place, yet 80% have redesigned it in the past four years. Research from Gartner has also found that 59% of employees find traditional performance review systems ineffective. It’s evident that organizations (and HR) are looking for more modern ways to manage performance. This article discusses the elements of a successful performance management framework and how to develop an effective one for your organization.

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Peter Winick

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

A New Approach to Career Satisfaction and Professional Growth Listen in as Jason Silver discusses his new book Your Grass is Greener and how it can help change the way you look at work and life. Peter Winick welcomes Jason Silver, author of the new book “Your Grass is Greener: Use What You Have. Get What You Want. At Work and In Life.” Jason, an engineer turned entrepreneur, shares his journey from tech to business and how a personal tragedy led him to reevaluate his approach to work

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Engineering Employee Engagement Hospitality Operations 164

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

The modern workplace demands that executives move away from a command-and-control style and instead adopt a model based on the idea of the leader as a coach. Companies have devoted extensive resources to this effort, in the form of time-intensive training programs and expensive new technologies, but without great success. In this article, the authors draw on their experiences as behavioral scientists and propose a simpler, cheaper, and more-effective approach: Help leaders identify interactions

Leadership Development 137

Leadership Development 137

Alison Green

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. In last week’s speed round , a surprising number of questions requested updated info on the cats — in particular, an update to the personality profiles and photos from last year. So here we go. Olive 11 years old, the grande dame of the house. She is very beautiful and requires that you treat her like a queen.

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Speaker: Jeremy York

Typically, when people think of diversity, they think of physical traits such as the color of one’s skin or physical abilities/incapabilities, etc. But diversity is much more than this. It is about appreciating our differences and including others that may have a different perspective or point of view. Our experiences, upbringings, education, and so many other things shape how we think, act, and feel—all of which make us diverse.

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SME Strategy

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

In a recent episode of the Strategy and Leadership podcast , Anthony Taylor had an engaging conversation with Jason Radisson , the CEO and founder of Movo. The discussion centered around the transformative power of digital tools in enhancing the frontline workforce, particularly those in roles traditionally less touched by technology—roles where employees aren't tied to a desk but are instead out in the field.

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Strategic Planning KPI Risk Management Digital Transformation 111

Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

According to a recent study, 70 percent of managers struggle to transition into effective leadership roles, often failing to inspire and guide their teams to success. In my experience as a leadership executive coach, the transition from managing to leading is not easy, which is why many managers struggle to make the shift. They are comfortable with the familiar role of overseeing tasks and ensuring compliance.

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Manager Compliance Leadership Development 106

AIHR

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Understanding the key drivers of employee engagement is crucial for keeping your workforce motivated and productive. These drivers help HR professionals identify what drives engagement, whether it is recognition, professional development, or a positive work environment. By focusing on these factors, you can create a culture where employees feel valued and invested in their work, leading to better performance and retention.

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Employee Engagement Benefits Implementation Diversity 104

Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Rigid people face challenges of their own making. But too much flexibility dilutes credibility. Be flexible in method and unbending in values. This post explores two areas where unbending resolve is necessary for leaders. Go with the flow only when the current carries you where you want to go.

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Leadership Development 98

Michael McKinney

SEPTEMBER 5, 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. Inky Johnson on burnout: “People don’t burn out because of what they do. People burn out because life makes them forget why they do it. Meaning life hits and hits them with something until they just like, “Man if I’ve got to go through that, I’m not bringing it today, man.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Innovation doesn’t just come from serendipity. Leaders who nurture great ideas rely on concrete mechanisms to ensure that they see the right ideas, give them breathing room to development, and connect dots throughout their organizations. In any company, the challenge with innovation is seldom the volume of ideas. The challenge lies with having ideas that are related to emerging trends, involve more than the company can do on its own, require nurturing, and are cross-functional in nature.

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Speaker: Debra Squyres 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.

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Association Now Workplace

AUGUST 31, 2024

Your people are going to talk about hot-button topics, especially in a presidential election year. But the conversations don’t have to be contentious. An old saw says that you should never talk about religion or politics in polite company. But when it comes to politics, it appears that a lot of people talk anyway: According to a Gallup survey conducted earlier this year, nearly half of U.S. workers (45 percent) said they had discussed politics with a coworker.

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Manager 98

Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

Any fool knows what they don’t want. The person you want to become is lost when “don’t want” dominates your thinking. Saying, "I hate being frustrated," is disappointing compared to concentrating on things within your control. Life is built with "Do want" actions. Here's how.

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Leadership Development 95

Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) has revolutionized many aspects of our lives, including how we lead and manage organizations. AI offers numerous benefits, increasing efficiency and data-driven decision-making. However, it also presents risks and challenges leaders must address. As AI advances and integrates into leadership practices. It is crucial to understand and address these concerns.

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Implementation Accounts Benefits Manager 92

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

Job interviews can be daunting. In this video, author Amy Gallo culls advice from top experts in the field and shares strategic tips on how best to prepare, what to do, and what to say so that you can make a great impression in your next interview. She also offers advice on what to do if you notice your interviewer losing interest or you’ve stumbled over some answers.

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Manager 127

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

SEPTEMBER 3, 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. How do I rebuild a department after an abusive manager? I’ve recently accepted a new position at the director level. I supervise several managers who, in turn, each supervise their own team of employees. Prior to my arrival, one of the managers, Marcy, exhibited some problematic behavior.

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Michael McKinney

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

H ERE'S A LOOK at some of the best leadership books to be released in September 2024 curated just for you. Be sure to check out the other great titles being offered this month. Dynamic Drive : The Purpose-Fueled Formula for Sustainable Success by Molly Fletcher This isn’t just another self-help theory: Dynamic Drive is your practical guide to unlocking your true potential.

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Organizational Change Manager 93

Vantage Circle

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Employee engagement has become the cornerstone of a thriving work culture. But achieving it is not easy. It requires the right strategies and a positive approach. Fostering an environment where employees are engaged, you must be aware of engagement events throughout the calendar year. To help you with that, we have created an employee engagement calendar highlighting the critical dates that you can celebrate in your workplace.

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Employee Engagement Education Media Inclusion 90

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

There are instances when, as a newer professional, you might have more experience in certain areas than your manager. This could be a deeper understanding of the technologies you grew up, some innovations in your field, or even foundational leadership skills that you’d like to share. There are ways to communicate your knowledge with your superiors while maintaining humility and a collaborative mindset.

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Benefits Manager 123

Speaker: Brian Richardson

With a staggering 92% of CEOs prioritizing skill development, and 84% struggling with transformation, mastering upskilling is now more critical than ever. Drawing on extensive research and collaboration with hundreds of leading organizations, discover key hurdles and innovative best practices in workforce upskilling. You'll walk away with a deep understanding of how to build a culture of continuous learning, expert insights into assessing the current skills of your employees, and a strategic too

Alison Green

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. Workplace contests sometimes go off the rails in ways no ever intended. (Luckily for us!) Some examples that have been shared here in the past: •. “We had a hot sauce eating contest at work years ago that ended with the crowd demanding that the contestants stop before they got hurt (and passing the hat to come up with a second prize) and then one contestant threw up in the bushes on the way to his bus and the other was up all

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Manager 91

AIHR

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Recruiting top talent is about convincing the best candidates to join your team. The right employees drive business success but finding them is easier said than done. In fact, a Robert Half report showed that 86% of hiring managers found it challenging to meet their demand for talent. As an HR professional, knowing what to look for in candidates and how to attract the best ones to your organization is crucial.

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Recruitment Diversity Compensation Inclusion 92

Leadership Freak

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

I received an email about a boss's aspirations. The writer asks, "What are your thoughts on the idea of asking your manager what their ambitions are?" It's a wonderful question with political implications. A direct answer might be difficult. I offered this reader some suggestions. What suggestions to you have?

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Manager Leadership Development 88

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

When a colleague you dislike or who dislikes you becomes your new leader, it’s natural to feel anxiety or despair, worry about the fallout, and think about leaving. But five strategies can help you transform this challenging situation into career growth: distinguish your feelings from the facts; shift from ambivalence to active inquiry; acknowledge and bridge personality differences; leverage shared values and desired outcomes; and, if needed, address your conflicts directly.

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Manager 119

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.

Inclusion

Alison Green

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

This post was written by Alison Green and published on Ask a Manager. A reader writes: I had a bad interview which made me realize I needed to work on my interviewing skills. The interviewer asked me the classic “Tell me about yourself,” but then noted that she had a copy of my resume in front of her so no need to walk her through every step of the way.

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Metrics Manager 91

Association Now Leadership

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

At the Association of College and University Housing Officers–International, it meant identifying key imperatives, and marshaling limited resources to address them. Association leaders are often charged to think about the future of the industry they serve. But what does that actually look like? That’s a question that the Association of College and University Housing Officers–International has been explicitly thinking about in recent years.

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Deliverables Operations Energy Education 76

UVA Darden

SEPTEMBER 3, 2024

Good Disruption: Social Media fosterl Tue, 09/03/2024 - 09:28 3 September 2024 Entrepreneurship & Innovation Operations & Technology In conversation with Yael Grushka-Cockayne Michael Lenox Your browser does not support iframes, but you can visit Social media is one of the biggest and most controversial disruptions in the last decade, arguably the last several decades.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 6, 2024

Pay is a top factor employees consider when deciding between job offers. But, aside from the base salary (which of course is really important), how do you determine if the comprehensive job offer — including perks and benefits — will work for? It’s easy to focus only on your base salary when deciding on a job offer, but remember your base salary isn’t the only thing that matters.

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Speaker: Radhika Samant and Adri Glover

The world of work has fundamentally changed. The series of waves that the pandemic began have rippled through the Great Resignation, quiet quitting, the Great Regret, and other eloquent phrases that boil down to the same thing: people aren’t engaged at work or enabled to perform at their best. The truth is that engagement and enablement is more important than ever, but how we do it is the critical differentiator for many organizations.

Performance Management

Alison Green

SEPTEMBER 4, 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. My doctor’s office constantly leaves me on hold — how do I deal with this at work? Do you have any advice on how to handle important personal phone calls with LONG hold times when you’re working in a client-facing position?

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Staffing Manager Recruitment 88

Lolly Daskal

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

Leaders constantly face problems that demand their attention and resolution. The ability to solve problems effectively sets successful leaders apart. Whether addressing customer complaints. Resolving team conflicts, or tackling strategic challenges. Leaders who navigate these issues with ease drive their organizations forward. As a leadership executive coach, I have found that leaders who excel at solving problems stand out from the crowd.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

In his new book, Habits of a Peacemaker , Steven T. Collis , a leading expert on civil discourse, reveals ten practical habits that can help you navigate the potential minefields of hard topics and leave you and those you converse with feeling thoughtful and productive. The ten habits are: Intellectual Humility and Reframing Seek Real Learning Assume the Best About People Don’t Feed People’s Worst Fears Hunt for the Best Argument Against You Be Open to Change Spend Time with People A Sliver of H

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Manager 67

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 2, 2024

As job hopping becomes more common and less stigmatized, why do some hiring managers (and media outlets) still perpetuate the stereotype that millennial and Gen Z workers are disloyal to their organizations? When we look closely at the motivators behind job hopping, there are several factors to consider — beyond disloyalty. Since the pandemic, work-life balance, mental health, flexibility, and competitive salaries are top-of mind for young workers.

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Media Manager 118

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.

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