Harvard Business Review

MARCH 21, 2012

Editor's Note: This fictionalized case study will appear in a forthcoming issue of Harvard Business Review, along with commentary from experts and readers. Ronnie Emerson was director of clinical operations in Orlando, a position Matthew had created soon after taking the reins at Kid Spectrum.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 7, 2011

Editors' Note: This fictionalized case study will appear in a forthcoming issue of Harvard Business Review, along with commentary from experts and readers. I've been streamlining and rationalizing things my entire career. But our French operations are so minimal that we don't have openings for them.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 7, 2011

Editor's Note: This fictionalized case study will appear in a forthcoming issue of Harvard Business Review, along with commentary from experts and readers. There's no reason why the head of overseas operations can't also be a mom.". This wasn't just the perfect career opportunity. Anything for you?"

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Skip Prichard

JULY 19, 2021

Captain Mark Brouker, retired US Navy , is a wealth of practical leadership wisdom gained from his military career as well as his experience as a professor, executive coach, and speaker. A few months prior, I had been selected to be executive officer, or XO (Chief Operating Officer), of U.S. Leadership is about care and compassion.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 10, 2013

Many of the successful managers and professionals who come back to business school at mid-career are looking for more than honing their leadership skills. Many are stuck in their careers. Most of the “Harrises” I meet have great and large operational networks consisting of mostly internal contacts. Get visibility externally.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 31, 2015

Take ownership of planning programs, rather than abdicate them to human resources or accounting people. Mentoring, creating and leading have become the primary emphasis for your career. An accounting firm may suggest that an economic forecast is a full-scope business plan (which it is not). Amplify upon philosophies of others.

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HR Digest

JUNE 24, 2023

Understanding HR Analytics The Evolution of HR Management Over the past century, HR management has undergone a remarkable transformation, evolving from an operational discipline to a strategic function. Optimized HR Operations: HR analytics streamlines HR processes by automating data collection, analysis, and reporting.

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Strategy Driven

JULY 3, 2015

Organizations of all sizes must have the Think Tank.which delineates future operations, including education and training. Training is unfairly blamed and scapegoated for pieces of the organizational mosaic that Strategic Planning and cohesive corporate Vision should have addressed early-on. Trainers Write the Training Plans.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 29, 2015

Very few organizations have “a standard operating procedure” for employees taking parental time off, says Joan C. She says that some people worry that they will be “written off” once they announce their family plans. Without a plan like this, warns Williams, “your work will be abruptly dumped on others.”

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 10, 2010

It examines methods for assessing a company’s knowledge gaps, creating a knowledge transfer plan, and nurturing a culture that encourages knowledge sharing and collaboration. What are your employees’ retirement plans? How do your organization’s strategic and operational goals inform what work roles will be needed in the future?

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 3, 2018

“There are so many factors to consider, says Jennifer Petriglieri, an assistant professor at INSEAD and the author of “ Talent Management and the Two Career Couple.” “It’s not just, what does this mean for your career, but what does this mean for our family? ” “What’s the opportunity?

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Harvard Business Review

AUGUST 31, 2018

To look into this question, I conducted a case study as part of my dissertation research involving 23 women of color at a Fortune 500 company. They were employed in midlevel to upper-midlevel management positions in strategy, finance, marketing, legal, operations, and technology functions. What made their ascent possible?

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 29, 2014

Having a great mentor can do wonders for your professional development and career. You may decide that your mentor’s skill set doesn’t align with where your career is heading. But however you do it, don’t drag out your interactions with him if you don’t plan on investing in the relationship and taking it seriously.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 22, 2017

At some point in your career, even if you’re not a salesperson, you’re going to have to sell something — whether it’s your idea , your team, or yourself. “Many of them tell me that sales is something they never want to do in their careers.” Plan and practice. What should you focus on first?

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Harvard Business Review

JUNE 14, 2016

Experience in an outside firm should be a requirement before embarking on your career in the family business, says Lachenauer. You’ll also gain much-needed perspective on what you hope the arc of your career might look like. Define your role and career path. Have a backup plan. Have a Plan B.

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Harvard Business Review

APRIL 25, 2018

Or is it detrimental to that individual’s career? Being seen as insecure “could be a real career limiter.” Ultimately, though, the goal is for your employee to operate more autonomously, says Burris. Case Study #1: Help your employee feel comfortable and emphasize the importance of learning.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 24, 2018

Before you talk to your employee, “plan out what you want to say and how you want to say it.” ” Practicing what you plan to say “will help you feel more confident.” ” Practicing what you plan to say “will help you feel more confident.” Here are some tips to help you.

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Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 25, 2014

As people work longer and delay retirement, internal career paths have changed. Organizational careers don’t look the way they did before,” says Peter Cappelli, professor of management at the Wharton School and coauthor of Managing the Older Worker. It’s a low cost way to get a pulse on generational career issues,” says Meister.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 26, 2017

She recommends explaining your interest in terms of your career objectives.” Case Study #1: Be thoughtful about how you position yourself to the hiring manager. Based on her research, she knew the company was starting to sell business plan software and consulting services. ” Mehmood got the job.

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 29, 2018

” But, to advance in your career, you’ll need to learn to advocate for yourself, says Joseph Weintraub, the founder and faculty director of the Babson Coaching for Leadership and Teamwork Program. Case Study #1: Create a “ resume of accomplishments” to bolster your argument. Be patient.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 21, 2017

John Lees, the UK-based career strategist and author of How to Get a Job You Love , agrees that it’s important to do further “due diligence” on the company and its people to make sure it’s a place you want to work. ” If you can, “ask about turnover and find out what happened to the last person who did the job.”

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 16, 2011

I'd like to point you to two well-known case studies — one from Asia, one from America. Years later, he bought a financially ailing airline and transformed it into Asia's most profitable and fastest-growing low-cost operator. He also focused on career development opportunities.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 8, 2017

It’s natural to feel slightly paranoid, says John Lees, UK-based career strategist and author of The Success Code. “You have a golden moment in your job search where you’re operating at peak confidence and energy. Case Study #1: Devise a plan for talking about your old job and what you want out of your next.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

But, in most cases, Kreamer says, it’s best to talk to your manager when you already “have some notion of how you intend to handle the problem.” Case Study #1: Reassure coworkers and maintain boundaries. ” Case Study #2: Ask for what you need. Case Study #3: Make your plans clear.

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Harvard Business Review

OCTOBER 11, 2018

” As a team, your collective goal is to come up with “agreed-upon norms that you’ll all operate within,” says Burkus. Try to embrace the positive benefits of an open office plan. Case Study #1: Be positive, and distance yourself from distractions when necessary. Can you help?” Go at it alone.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 2, 2013

John Lees, a UK-based career strategist and author of Just the Job!: If people think of you as an excellent operations guy, they may have a hard time imagining you as a strategic thinker. Address career blemishes. Case study #1: Make your case. Case study#2: Address concerns directly.

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Harvard Business Review

MAY 18, 2016

“You feel challenged by your work; you’re engaged by it; you’re learning new things; and you have the opportunity to shape other people’s careers. “As you’re trying to establish meaningful connections and advance your career, attention is your most precious asset.”

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 30, 2013

Quitting a job can negatively impact your career and disrupt your personal life. Both experts agree that it's better to have at least an inkling of what you want to do, if not a full-fledged plan. Case Study #1: Weigh the costs of staying. Case Study #2: Ask yourself one question. What the Experts Say.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 8, 2016

Editor's Note This fictionalized case study will appear in a forthcoming issue of Harvard Business Review, along with commentary from experts and readers. He believed that if he was truly determined to, he could probably persuade Rogier to abandon his holacracy plans. The two men went way back.

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Miles Anthony Smith

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Home-based businesses are a great way for busy people to take more control of their careers , but starting your own business can be intimidating. No matter what business you're planning on starting, you have numerous factors to consider: the economy, how that industry is performing, start-up costs, overhead, payroll and so on.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

Operations : Approaches problems practically; stands firm on issues, perseveres; maintains a standard of consistency and quality; provides stable leadership and supervision; develops detailed plans and procedures; implements projects in a timely manner; keeps financial records straight. Is the balance right in your organization?

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N2Growth Blog

JUNE 11, 2010

Validating proof of concept around social media ROI is a discussion that may have had a bit of relevance 24 months ago, but unless you’ve been stranded on a desert island for the last couple of years you know that numerous case studies abound which validate social media beyond any reasonable doubt. Especially regarding Twitter.

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Harvard Business Review

DECEMBER 20, 2013

In 2007, I wrote a case study for Harvard Business Review , “ Boss, I Think Someone Stole our Customer Data.” Clearly shared values among leaders in the business can help prevent or resolve conflicts as operational options and objectives are weighed. After all, no action plan gets everything just right. Are you ready?

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Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 31, 2012

You need to give them bad news if it's going to impact their work or career in ways that are material," says Hill. Case study #1: Give the necessary information. Case study #2: Enlist them in coming up with a solution. This is not easy to do at any stage of a career and I expected stiff resistance and negativity.

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Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 23, 2010

He started very well, but as soon as his cash flow improved, financial burdens from family systems stifled his operations. When artisans have no understanding of their cash flows, they fail prey to spending a big percentage of their working capital, without meaning to, on non-business issues that usually cripple their operations.

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Harvard Business Review

MARCH 5, 2015

Make sure to consider the conversation from your boss’s point of view, imagine the varied reactions she might have, and plan your responses. As you make your case, always strive for a tone of mutual respect. Case study #1: Know your worth. ” Case study #2: Try to learn from the experience.

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Harvard Business Review

JULY 22, 2015

The division had just won a big contract with a major mobile operator in Qatar and needed to customize a smartphone system for the client’s Middle East–wide network in the next six months. But Mark had never expected his sexual orientation to present a stumbling block in his career at the company. Park was a big deal.

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