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Consultants: Resistance Is Futile

N2Growth Blog

Resistance is Futile”, pretty much sums it up. The ACME logo, which closely resembles Wile E Coyote, is clearly visible as the Title page pops up on the monitor. In addition, ACME’s junior MBA’s had a knack for strip mining her team’s ideas, dressing them up a bit and then presenting them as their own.

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Overcoming Feedback Apprehension: Dos and Don’ts of Giving and Receiving Feedback

Leading Blog

Disregard or dismiss: Even if the feedback seems unfamiliar or contradictory to your self-perception, resist the urge to disregard it outright. His sincere and passionate approach to his work is evident in his ability to engage and inspire audiences. Defensive reactions can hinder understanding and close the door to growth.

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Choosing Courage

Leading Blog

If you are seen as someone who has the organization’s and other people’s interests at heart, your words will be seen as less threatening, and you are more likely to get an audience. “If Importantly, Detert also adds, “People don’t like to feel ambushed or ganged up on. Channeling Emotions. Anger doesn’t help make your point.

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12 Best Practices for Leading Effective Meetings

Nathan Magnuson

Others bemoan their lack of ability to get any “real work” done when meetings pile up. The busier your audience, the earlier your meeting invitations should be sent. State the desired outcome up front. Resist the urge to take phone calls or check emails). Follow the agenda. a follow-up meeting).

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Juggling Machetes and Torches

Lead Change Blog

What is important is that followers experience the leader actively in the process of learning. Leaders also know that change can create resistance. They recognize the resistance surfacing when they hear employees speaking of the cultural change effort as something that will pass with time–if they wait long enough it will go away.

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The Art of Conducting a Comprehensive Training Needs Analysis

HR Digest

The importance of training needs analysis in the lining up of employees with the business goals is paramount. This assessment should involve the following: Organizational Analysis : Examine the organization’s structure, culture, and the overall performance of its various departments and functions.

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How to Perform a High Quality After Action Review

Nathan Magnuson

If you openly state you will be performing an AAR following the event, you prepare your audience to taken mental (and hopefully actual) notes throughout the session. During an AAR, it’s crucial to compile all the feedback shared for possible follow-up. Resist the urge to give unnecessary feedback on the feedback.