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Creating A Diverse And Inclusive Work Environment

The Horizons Tracker

This is despite the benefits of diversity being increasingly well established. For instance, MIT research shows that diverse workforces were especially beneficial because they were more likely to yield the kind of creative breakthroughs seen at NASA in the 1960s. Lackluster change. Why you want to change. Employees? Knowing your gap.

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What to Consider During Your Annual Evaluation When It Comes to Boardroom Diversity

N2Growth Blog

Boardroom diversity is far from just a hot-button buzzword, and today, it’s well understood that diversity is never recommended simply for the sake of “checking a box.” ” The truth is that boardroom diversity brings immense benefits to the CEO, the entire organization, shareholders, and the board itself.

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Diverse Teams Help Organizations Adapt To Change

The Horizons Tracker

So commonplace is it that growing businesses have to adapt to the changing environment that the “pivot” has become a part of entrepreneurial lore. A recent study from Carnegie Mellon suggests that diverse teams are more likely to make successful pivots than their more homogenous peers.

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The Einstellung Effect: Unlocking Your Potential To Deliver Breakthrough Success

Rich Gee Group

This effect is especially pronounced in high-performance environments, where the pressure to maintain success can reinforce reliance on tried-and-tested methods. Here are a few action items to help you overcome the Einstellung Effect: Embrace Diverse Perspectives. Cultivate a Growth Mindset. Engage in Continuous Learning.

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Board Governance Excellence: The Pinnacle of Organizational Success

N2Growth Blog

It’s the board’s prerogative to chart a strategic course, oversee the operational ambit, and instill a culture of accountability—morphing it into a cornerstone of organizational governance. A crucial facet of the board’s role is to exercise oversight and gauge the performance of the executive cadre.

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Stay Sharp: Mastering Interpersonal Dynamics as a Remote Worker

Rich Gee Group

The Critical Role of Interpersonal Skills in Remote Work Interpersonal skills, encompassing communication, teamwork, adaptability, and emotional intelligence, are vital in any work environment. Empathy and Understanding : Be mindful of your colleagues’ diverse backgrounds and personal contexts.

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Finding Executive Education Courses that Provide Networking Opportunities

Great Leadership By Dan

By Richard Moy Reprinted with permission If you are searching for an executive-education course that will foster networking opportunities in addition to the actionable knowledge you are seeking to build, ask yourself these three questions as you sort through all your options. Does your course foster a group-based learning environment?

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