Next Level Blog
JUNE 14, 2023
The words we use have power. The power to clarify and inspire as well as the power to confuse and annoy. When it comes to generating confusion, annoyance, and a lot of other negative emotions, commonly used corporate buzzwords have a special power all their own. Here are five buzzwords that I’d like to nominate for banishment in favor of plain English alternatives.
Tanveer Naseer
JUNE 14, 2023
Over the past several weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of delivering keynotes to several audiences on a wide range of issues leaders are grappling with today – from how to better navigate the current turbulent waters of change, to how leaders can create impact in a fast evolving and transforming. Click to continue reading Over the past several weeks, I’ve had the pleasure of delivering keynotes to several audiences on a wide range of issues leaders are grappling with today – from how to better navig
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Leadership Freak
JUNE 14, 2023
Everyone I work with is working on the same thing. It’s been that way since the first coaching conversation I had years ago in Dunkin Donuts (Dunkin’s was two words back then).
Leading in Context
JUNE 14, 2023
By Linda Fisher Thornton Research is showing that diet sodas do not help prevent weight loss, and in fact may be a cause of weight gain. How can this be? Since the way we understand it depends on which kind of thinking we use, let's examine the issue using several different kinds of thinking.
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Lead from Within
JUNE 14, 2023
As a leader, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day tasks and responsibilities of managing others. However, it’s important to remember that your own personal and professional development is just as crucial to the success of your team and organization. One way to prioritize your growth as a leader is to invest in coaching opportunities.
Women on Business
JUNE 14, 2023
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Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Advice: How to win the war on talent – and many more insights from the CMI Women Conference 2023 Written by Emma Molloy Wednesday 14 June 2023 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Fundamental shifts in the employment landscape have left companies competing for the best staff. Here are five strategies to ensure that you are not only reaching a small pool of potential candidates and limiting your organisation’s growth The number of firms facing hiring difficul
The Horizons Tracker
JUNE 14, 2023
While the duopoly seems impregnable in the United States, in Europe it’s far more common for new political parties to emerge. Research from the University of Exeter suggests that parties are most likely to thrive if they’re not created by existing parliamentarians. The study, which examined the evolution of over 200 political parties from 22 democracies, found that when parties are created by existing politicians, they’re more likely to die in midlife, while those with connecti
HR Digest
JUNE 14, 2023
In the tapestry of the modern corporate environment, there are common confusing office terms – jargon and acronyms, that even make seasoned employees do a double take. And there is no clear roadmap for young professionals to understand the endless labyrinth of confusing workplace jargon thrown at them. Decoding the enigmatic lexicon of hard-to-understand office jargon has left even global workers confused.
Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Article: Why great leaders ask: “What’s the context?” Written by Caroline Roberts Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email It’s never been more important to probe what’s going on around you and monitor your external environment. We asked some managers how they embed horizon scanning into their practice With Covid, Brexit, the cost of living crisis and the rapid development of AI , the external environment in which organisations operate is changing faster than ev
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
HR Digest
JUNE 14, 2023
In today’s world we should all feel comfortable talking about periods, however, the reality is many people who menstruate feel shame and embarrassment. There is a definite stigma attached to periods at workplace. Periods are a bodily function like being hungry or thirsty but are still a taboo subject. Stigma attached to periods According to research from DPG, almost half of workers who experience periods said there is a noticeable stigma around the issue at the organization they work for.
CO2
JUNE 14, 2023
At CO2 Partners, we believe that great leaders ask questions more often than they give answers. Learn how to break out of the mental mold and tap into the 75% of questions you are not asking with our leadership guidance. Unlock your true potential with us. “ I need to restructure my business — I ’ m thinking of eliminating my acquisitions team, ” said the CEO of a large professional services firm.
Ron Edmondson
JUNE 14, 2023
Ron – What do you think are some of the most frustrating things pastors experience? This post, and the opposite one before it, ( 7 Exciting Things Pastors Experience ) began when I received this question on my blog. Great question. I decided to first address some of the exciting things but like most jobs, there are frustrating things about the job.
CO2
JUNE 14, 2023
As leaders, we all strive for success, constantly seeking the right balance to propel our teams and organizations forward. However, finding that sweet spot between variables can be a challenging task. Have you ever found yourself leaning too far in one direction and facing unintended consequences as a result? It’s a common struggle but one that can be overcome with the concept of achieving optimal balance.
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From welcoming new team members to tough termination decisions, each employment lifecycle phase requires a balance of knowledge, empathy & legal diligence.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
JUNE 14, 2023
The better you’re able to clearly communicate your team’s accountabilities and the corresponding incentives, the more likely you are to drive the behaviors that you want. Once you’ve defined what people are accountable for, you need to drive their behaviors. Incentives are a very powerful way for doing so. Leaders can create incentives for people who over-deliver on their accountabilities.
CO2
JUNE 14, 2023
At CO2 Partners, we believe that great leaders ask questions more often than they give answers. Learn how to break out of the mental mold and tap into the 75% of questions you are not asking with our leadership guidance. Unlock your true potential with us. “ I need to restructure my business — I ’ m thinking of eliminating my acquisitions team, ” said the CEO of a large professional services firm.
Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Listicle: Benchmarking and horizon scanning: A manager’s guide Written by Mark Rowland Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Frazer Lowrie CMgr shares his views on the top tools for internal and external benchmarking Benchmarking is a big part of Frazer Lowrie ’s working life. As health, safety, quality and environment (HSQE) manager for Valley Group, he oversees internal audits and inspections to determine compliance with international standards around quali
CO2
JUNE 14, 2023
As leaders, we all strive for success, constantly seeking the right balance to propel our teams and organizations forward. However, finding that sweet spot between variables can be a challenging task. Have you ever found yourself leaning too far in one direction and facing unintended consequences as a result? It’s a common struggle but one that can be overcome with the concept of achieving optimal balance.
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Niagara Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Whether you’ve heard of the Six Thinking Hats before, consider this as your sign to give it a try for yourself at least once. Here’s why. Not only is it an exercise you can do as an individual or as part of a team, but it can also be applied to a wide variety of situations we encounter every day in the workplace. It’s as the founder of the concept, Dr.
The Practical Leader
JUNE 14, 2023
Leaders wanting to focus their organization on boosting service/quality performance stand at a critical crossroad, choosing which road will take them to that higher ground. Their two main routes are piecemeal programs to “fix the frontline” or a long-term cultural change process. As they look down both roads, first appearances can be deceiving.
Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Article: “Don’t just sit on your shelf”: developing a carbon-management strategy Written by Petra Molthan-Hill, Fiona Winfield, Richard Howarth & Muhammad Mazhar Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Successfully reducing your carbon footprint is at the heart of being a sustainable business. Follow this step-by-step guide to have all of your carbon strategy related questions answered We have to turn around all our organisations fast to achieve a low-carbo
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 14, 2023
To understand the value of Apple’s new goggles, it’s helpful to think about how virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) correspond to two fundamental tasks in decision making. VR presents new information; AR distills information from an existing environment. But previous headsets and internet-enabled glasses haven’t tapped into the potential for either of these in a decision-making context.
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Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.
Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Article: AI and business: Should you appoint a Chief AI Officer? Written by Charles Orton-Jones Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email What do Levi’s, The Pentagon and The Washington Post all have in common? They’re all conscious of how AI is exponentially developing. So what’s your company strategy? Should you even have one at all?
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 14, 2023
Disruptive innovation isn’t just about simplifying technology — it also requires a new business model.
The Horizons Tracker
JUNE 14, 2023
Political polarization is one of the foremost challenges of our time. Research from the University of Exeter suggests that electing more female politicians could help to mitigate those risks and generally reduce the levels of hostility in politics. Voters who support opposing parties tend to view political parties with a higher number of female representatives more favorably.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 14, 2023
Authenticity is among Gen Z’s most important values. They feel empowered to ask and answer their own questions in a variety of social forums on any topic — from beauty to health to home improvement to technology to science. And their view of authority has expanded from traditional sources, like academic institutions or reputable editorial voices, to perceived influence.
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Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
Chartered Management Institute
JUNE 14, 2023
Interview: Five ways to strengthen your supply chains Written by Mark Rowland Wednesday 14 June 2023 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email Supply chains were massively disrupted during and after the Covid pandemic; many are still vulnerable. How do you mitigate supply chain risks? We spoke to Joann Robertson CMgr, supply chain specialist at the Ministry of Defence Last year’s Land Warfare Conference was dominated by the invasion of Ukraine.
Harvard Business Review
JUNE 14, 2023
How an unconventional CEO transformed the safety culture in the mining industry.
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