Michael Lee Stallard
MAY 16, 2023
The decline of social connection and rise of loneliness in the United States has caught the attention of the U.S. Surgeon General’s office, which prompted the publication of a new advisory. “The harmful consequences of a society that lacks social connection can be felt in our schools, workplaces, and civic organizations, where performance, productivity, and engagement are diminished,” writes U.S.
Leadership Freak
MAY 16, 2023
Book Giveaway! 20 copies available!! Leave a comment on this guest post by Susan Fowler to become eligible to win a copy of Why Motivating People Doesn’t Work…and What Does. (20 copies available.
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Lead from Within
MAY 16, 2023
Great leaders with effective communication are able to clearly convey their ideas, expectations, and goals. This helps them build trust and foster collaboration. Effective communication is crucial for effective leadership, and a leader who can’t communicate clearly cannot lead effectively. Here are four things that great leaders do to improve their communication skills: They listen actively: Great leaders don’t just hear what others are saying, they actively listen and engage with th
David A Fields
MAY 16, 2023
Running a boutique consulting firm can feel like sailing the Drake Passage during a storm on a 30-foot sloop. Stomach-lurching ups and downs, and moments of panic interspersed with general exhilaration. While most of your crew and passengers are helpful, if you spend enough time cruising the consulting seas, you’ll encounter at least a few … Continued The post 5 Consulting Clients to Steer Clear Of (Regardless of the Revenue) appeared first on David A.
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Women on Business
MAY 16, 2023
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The Horizons Tracker
MAY 16, 2023
In a recent article, I explored how veterans are often viewed as heroes in the workplace, which is a title they wear uneasily. Research from Wharton suggests that gig workers have similar reservations about the status heaped upon them during the Covid pandemic when delivery drivers were hailed as heroes for keeping society fed. The research highlights the various ways in which gig workers at Instacart reacted to the hero status they were granted during the pandemic, and whether this impacted the
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HR Digest
MAY 16, 2023
Learn how to handle workplace harassment investigation questions effectively in this comprehensive guide for HR professionals. Gain insights on conducting internal investigations, addressing employer responsibilities, and navigating common challenges. Equip yourself with the tools to promote a culture of respect and inclusivity within your organization.
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 16, 2023
The Covid pandemic had a big impact on many aspects of working life, not least of which was the demands placed on employers by the workforce. Research from ESMT Berlin highlights some of these changing demands, including for things like flexible working. The study quizzes students at one of the Global Network for Advanced Management (GNAM) business schools, which are a global network of 32 business schools that were founded by the Yale School of Management a decade ago.
Eric Jacobson
MAY 16, 2023
Those who lead with heart consistently have discussions with their teams about their unexpressed needs, fears, desires, gifts, and sense of purpose , explain the authors of the compelling book, Leading With Heart. CEO coaches and authors John Baird and Edward Sullivan share that anyone can learn how to make an authentic connection with their teams in order to drive better outcomes.
The Horizons Tracker
MAY 16, 2023
Stress and burnout have been regular bedfellows during the Covid pandemic, and one might imagine that this is a particular problem for entrepreneurs whose incomes were inevitably more fragile. Research from the University of Amsterdam explores whether there are any lessons from how entrepreneurs manage this stress that can help us do likewise. Indeed, the study suggests that whereas we might imagine stress and burnout among entrepreneurs are higher than average, the reverse is actually the case,
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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
Chartered Management Institute
MAY 16, 2023
Article: Loneliness – a new management phenomenon Written by Jess Stillman Tuesday 16 May 2023 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email While remote working post-pandemic has boosted productivity, new CMI research finds more than half of UK managers struggle with loneliness. Here’s how to deal with loneliness at work and make remote work less isolating “These days, I'll often spend more time talking to AI rather than humans,” says Eliot Prince, a manager for a d
Ron Edmondson
MAY 16, 2023
I was meeting with a successful entrepreneur when he said something which caused me to further reflect. Every team needs both protectors and advancers. (Side note: These kind of comments are why I always have something with me with which to take notes when I meet with people.) The business leader told me in his business all their employees are either protectors or advancers.
Chartered Management Institute
MAY 16, 2023
Advice: What managers need to know about anxiety Written by Clare Read Tuesday 16 May 2023 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email For Mental Health Awareness Week 2023 the Mental Health Foundation is aiming to increase awareness and understanding of anxiety, one of the most common mental health problems we face. Managers need to understand that it affects everybody differently As an occupational psychologist specialising in workplace mental health, Susannah Ro
Niagara Institute
MAY 16, 2023
Between looming deadlines, targets to be achieved, and expectations to be met, the last thing that may be on your mind is team culture. However, you may be surprised to learn that your team’s culture should move up on your priority list. Here’s why.
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The Center For Leadership Studies
MAY 16, 2023
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Roundtable Talk
MAY 16, 2023
Recently, I hosted a webinar on a topic near and dear to my heart: our need to reinvent our relationship with what it means to be a leader. When I asked our webinar attendees if they felt pressure to be “all things to all people” as leaders, the overwhelming majority said yes. This is a … Heroic Leadership is Dead: Stop Trying to Go It Alone Read More » The post Heroic Leadership is Dead: Stop Trying to Go It Alone appeared first on The Roundtable.
Harvard Business Review
MAY 16, 2023
Stepping into a colleague’s shoes can reveal surprising new ways of thinking.
Frank Sonnenberg Online
MAY 16, 2023
Why is it important to set achievable goals? When you set ambitious goals, it’s exciting, exhilarating, and if you hit your targets, you’ll receive well-deserved positive recognition. On top of that, thinking big and reaching for the stars is a no-lose proposition. If you achieve your goal you’re a hero and if you fail to cross the finish line successfully, oh well…you weren’t expected to pull off the impossible anyway.
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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.
Harvard Business Review
MAY 16, 2023
A conversation with NYU Stern’s Adam Alter about climbing out of ruts and plateaus.
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