Wed.Nov 05, 2014

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7 Ways Overconfidence is Sabotoging Your Career

Let's Grow Leaders

'Frank is bright, confident, with an MBA from a top 25 and a long-track record of success. He moved up quickly and has a wall full of awards. He’s checked all the boxes: special assignments, line and staff jobs, late nights; but the last three promotions have gone to someone else. When he asks why, he’s told to “Be patient,” and that “Your time will come.” Hardly actionable feedback.

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Change Your Circumstances, But Not Your Calling

Lead Change Blog

'How do you connect the dots between your daily actions and your greatest calling or purpose? Do your daily actions and responsibilities force you to be something you are not? Or do they line up with your purpose? In the late months of 2008, it became obvious that the company I was working for was going to be sold and the prospects for my job continuing as it had were coming to an end.

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Tune In TONIGHT – 9pm Eastern on SIRIUS-XM Ch125!

General Leadership

'It’s that exciting time of the month again when you have the opportunity to interact with us LIVE on SiriusXM Patriot Channel 125 at 9pm Eastern (8 Central, 7 Mountain, 6 Pacific) tonight (5 November 2014). This special pre-Veteran’s Day broadcast will feature David Webb, General John Michel and a host of special guests as we continue our “12 Talents” series.

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5 Questions That Will Help You Be a Better Leader

Jesse Lyn Stoner Blog

'Do you think you’re an effective leader? Feedback is one good way to find out, especially through “360 feedback.” But there’s another, equally powerful way. Take a serious look at your beliefs – your “assumed truths” about yourself, others and how the world works. Your beliefs dictate your behavior. And unexamined beliefs are like icebergs.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

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.

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Waste Your Time with a Side Project, Seriously

Women on Business

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Five Questions for Leaders Who Would Rather Be Effective Than Right

Next Level Blog

'During the opening session of a new leadership development program last week, I asked the participants to share the biggest leadership lesson they’ve learned in their careers so far. There were a lot of interesting answers. One participant shared one that really stuck with me because I think it’s so true. The lesson was it’s not enough to have the right idea, you have to influence other people to believe that it’s the right idea.

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10 Invitations to Transformation

Leadership Freak

'Ask people to talk about what they’re good at and their eyes light up. For some, the topic of their strength is so awkward that it takes them time to get their bearings.

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Raise Up The Unknown

Joseph Lalonde

'T ake a deeper look around your organization. You’ll find there are standout employees who are always getting the attention of you and others in leadership. They seem to be the rock stars of your organization. And you keep promoting them and rewarding them. It’s what we do with those who perform and do well, right? Image by Petras Gagilas.

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Why Art Matters as much as Technology

Mills Scofield

'STEM to STEAM - the "A" in STEAM stands for Art/Design.and Afghanistan Air Force. So thrilled to write this with my amazing friend Col. Matt Fritz about how STEAM was critical to re-inventing the Afghan Air Force! Yes, some parts of our military are design thinkers! Thank you Matt & Switch and Shift. " We don’t think of the military as a STEAMy organization, but parts of it are.

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Conflict Intelligence

Coaching Tip

'How well do you manage conflict with your boss or other superiors at work, or with the more difficult employees you need to supervise? Conflict is a lot like fire. When it sparks, it can intensify, spread and lead to pain, loss and irreparable damage. It can distract, distance, derail and occasionally destroy opportunities and relationships. Understanding how conflict and power affect each other is vital to effective conflict management, but talking about power differences openly is still tab

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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So, If Your Company Does Not Have a Flawless Foundation, Try This – (Insight with Challenge from Peter Thiel, Zero to One)

First Friday Book Synopsis

'As a founder, your first job is to get the first things right, because you cannot build a great company on a flawed foundation. Peter Thiel, Zero to One ————— A couple of years ago, I presented my synopsis of the book Blue Ocean Strategy to an energetic team at an in-demand marketing firm. At […].

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When Your Best Ideas are Shot Down

QAspire

'It is very likely that your best ideas will get shot down. It happened with me a few years ago. I went to the boss with my bright idea that had potential to generate additional revenue for the organization. My idea was shot down at first. No wonder, I was disappointed. When our best ideas are shot down, there are reasons behind it. Sometimes, you are not able to explain the idea in a way that it generates the required buy-in.

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Leading change?

Deep Imprints

'It is dangerous for me to have time to myself. This morning, I ended up with free time and went on a hunt for leadership resources. I found something interesting that I think you might enjoy too. First, You were created for a purpose, and your unique makeup is part of that purpose. You have […].

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The Cost of Presence in Your Organization

Anese Cavanaugh

'Originally shared on ceo.com in partnership with Switch & Shift’s Leadership Presence Series. It was costing them roughly $288K a year. Conservatively. This number did not include lost opportunity costs, nor any hard costs. It was simply the expense of negative energy brought into a team meeting leading to lost productivity, distracted focus, and funky team dynamics*.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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The Sticky Topics of Senior Management Team Chemistry & Performance

Management Excellence

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Do You Talk Too Much about Yourself?

Your Voice of Encouragement

'I’d arrived a few minutes at the beauty salon for my hair appointment. While I was waiting for my stylist to arrive, I couldn’t help overhearing the only other stylist who was there with a client. “Sheila” was talking non-stop about a worker’s compensation situation involving her brother. He had been seriously injured on the job a year ago and had not worked since.

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When Do You Move From Pleasantries to Business?

David A Fields

'A question I was asked: When networking with people in person, how much time should be spent on building a relationship and finding common ground versus getting down to business? What do you think? What would your advice to this consultant be? Post your suggestion by using the ‘Leave a Comment’ box below. Agreements Consultants Context Discussion Creating Value Fees Positioning Proposals Relationships adding value agreements attitude benefits Consultative selling context discussions

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The Definition Of Meaningful Work

Eric Jacobson

'There are so many good things to learn in the book, Helping People Win At Work , by Ken Blanchard and Garry Ridge. Among those is the section about how to define meaningful work. Their definition consists of these seven attributes. Work is meaningful when it : It is conducted in a manner that is "good and proper" in all respects. It positively affects our company and our communities, giving our work an impact that extends beyond ourselves.

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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Lead Like it Matters… Because it Does, part 4 of 4

Strategy Driven

'We asked Roxi Hewertson about the 8 overarching leadership insights that kick off her new book Lead Like it Matters…Because it Does hitting the stores in just a few weeks. She agreed to share them with us as a four-part series. This is Part 4 of 4. Insight 7: Most Change Efforts Fail and They Don’t Have To. Charles Darwin did not say “It’s all about survival of the fittest.” Someone else decided to interpret his words and really screwed things up for a lot of us, i

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5 Characteristics of an Antiquated Leader

Ron Edmondson

'What’s important in leadership has changed from when I entered the field of leadership. Have you noticed? Leadership principles and practices have had to change because organizations and people have changed. The fact is that many leaders who are in senior positions these days developed their leadership style in another generation. This has produced a plethora of what I call antiquated leaders.

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How To Demonstrate Integrity As A Leader

Eric Jacobson

'Some words of wisdom from author Thomas Teal : Integrity in management means : being responsible communicating clearly keeping promises being an honest broker avoiding hidden agendas knowing oneself Also, explains Teal : Great managers serve two masters; one organizational, one moral. Managing is not a series of mechanical tasks but a set of human interactions.

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Mars One - The Reality

Building Personal Strength

'Recall for a moment a few of the delicious pleasures of life. Breathing in fresh air Walking among the colored leaves of autumn Having a good time with friends Eating a burger tricked out just the way you like it And washing it down with a craft beer Browsing in a gift shop Visiting one of the national parks Going fishing with a buddy Going on a date with your significant other Visiting family Watching the full moon on a clear night Feeling the warm sun on your face I''ll stop here.

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2024 Payroll Calendar Templates

These calendars provide pay period dates and paydays for biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll in 2024. Use them as a reminder or share with employees so they can celebrate payday.

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How to Handle Stress in the Moment

Harvard Business Review

'You hear a lot of advice about how to reduce stress at work. But most of it is about what to do over the long term — take up yoga, eat a healthy diet, keep a journal, or get more sleep. But what do you do when you’re overcome with stress in the moment — at your desk, say, or in a meeting? Perhaps you’ve heard bad news from a client or were assigned yet another project.

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How to Handle Stress in the Moment

Harvard Business Review

'You hear a lot of advice about how to reduce stress at work. But most of it is about what to do over the long term — take up yoga, eat a healthy diet, keep a journal, or get more sleep. But what do you do when you’re overcome with stress in the moment — at your desk, say, or in a meeting? Perhaps you’ve heard bad news from a client or were assigned yet another project.

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Why IBM Gives Top Employees a Month to Do Service Abroad

Harvard Business Review

'“Eight out of 10 participants in the Corporate Service Corps program say it significantly increases the likelihood of them completing their career at IBM,” Stanley Litow, VP of Corporate Citizenship & Corporate Affairs, told us. Recognizing that corporate responsibility can offer a company a competitive advantage today, we became interested in IBM as a pioneer in establishing a skills-based volunteerism initiative that also influences its talent and professional development strategies.

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Why IBM Gives Top Employees a Month to Do Service Abroad

Harvard Business Review

'“Eight out of 10 participants in the Corporate Service Corps program say it significantly increases the likelihood of them completing their career at IBM,” Stanley Litow, VP of Corporate Citizenship & Corporate Affairs, told us. Recognizing that corporate responsibility can offer a company a competitive advantage today, we became interested in IBM as a pioneer in establishing a skills-based volunteerism initiative that also influences its talent and professional development strategies.

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ABM Success Recipe: Mastering the Crawl, Walk, Run Approach

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.

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Engaging Your Older Workers

Harvard Business Review

'Older workers — those who are at or approaching the traditional retirement age of 65 ­— are the fastest-growing segment of the workforce and one of the fastest-growing groups in the overall population. In the U.S. the number of individuals aged 65 or older will increase by about 66% between now and 2035. The growth is driven in part by the Baby Boomer generation, but even more so by an increased life expectancy that’s creating more healthy years for more people.

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Our Emotional Attachment to Local Currencies

Harvard Business Review

'The Brixton Pound was first issued as paper money in September 2009. Two years later, the electronic B£ pay-by-text platform was announced. Launched with the partnership of the Bristol Credit Union, the Brixton Pound is now used by 650 businesses, with £528,000 of the currency in use in both electronic and paper format. The Brixton Pound is a medium of exchange, but it is not technically a legal tender since it does not constitute a government-backed promise to pay the bearer.

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3 Traps That Block Corporate Transformation

Harvard Business Review

'The need for transformation has never before been more keenly felt in the corporate world. Digital-first companies, such as Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Twitter, are amassing market share and capitalization, but only a few brick-and-mortar corporations (think Apple, Nissan, and HCL Technologies) have been able to change fast enough to catch up with their rivals.

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Engaging Your Older Workers

Harvard Business Review

'Older workers — those who are at or approaching the traditional retirement age of 65 ­— are the fastest-growing segment of the workforce and one of the fastest-growing groups in the overall population. In the U.S. the number of individuals aged 65 or older will increase by about 66% between now and 2035. The growth is driven in part by the Baby Boomer generation, but even more so by an increased life expectancy that’s creating more healthy years for more people.

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DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

On August 30, 2023, the DOL unveiled a proposed overtime rule that would raise the weekly salary threshold under the Federal Labor Standards Act. Paycor is closely monitoring the proposal and will provide updates as new information becomes available.