HR Digest

MAY 2, 2019

"Unleashing Collective Genius" As globalization takes a sharp turn from government to business, the issue of global talent mobility rapidly moves up the agenda. I was at a conference recently and one of the speakers remarked that “Culture hedges against the risk of uncertainty.” It’s about belonging.

Resources 40

Resources Human Resources Leadership Pipeline Learning-by-Doing 40

Harvard Business Review

JANUARY 19, 2018

We are now in the era of “do-it-yourself” career development. This is a sharp contrast with the investment that senior leaders used to make in employees. Unfortunately, organizations today are unknowingly leaving employees with skill gaps and blind spots that can derail careers and organizational effectiveness.

Career 14

Career Development Company Supply Chain 14

Women on Business

JANUARY 24, 2011

Being sharp means being succinct. Evaluate organizations online: their mission, major products/markets, history, and biographies of key participants. If you rely on searches for your background research, so will those you work with (if they are sharp). Additionally know what you have to trade. Rehearse your pitch.

Press Release 100

Press Release Discount Sharpe Advertising 100

Harvard Business Review

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Savvy working parents know that it takes more than a home office to make remote work work for their organizations, careers, and families: It takes conscious effort and some specific, effective tactics — which you can start using today. Feed the baby while on the conference call! Wear what makes you feel sharp and confident.

How To 8

How To Long-term Tactics Commitment 8

Harvard Business Review

NOVEMBER 22, 2012

magazine, speaking at major conferences, and advising the White House on innovation. Broad public exposure won't do you much good if your ideas and skills aren't sharp. The next day, she was offered a $360,000 contract with the Food Network, launching her massively successful television career. Skills development comes first.

Reputation 8

Reputation Ries Case Study Kotter 8