Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 29, 2024

Episode 250: In this episode, you’ll hear David catching up with Dan Michelson, the author of “Holy Shift: Moving Your Company Forward to the Future of Work.” They tackle how critical trust is among leaders and the pivotal mindset shift needed to adeptly maneuver through the evolving work environment. Dan highlights the key elements like fostering community, opening doors for growth, cementing solid connections, and enriching employee experiences.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 26, 2024

A NGER comes down to a distortion of the self in relation to the world. It is the distorted view that we are the arbitrators of truth and justice. Anger assumes privilege. Anger exercised gives us a jolt of temporary superiority. It is fair to say that there is often much at work and the world at large to legitimately get angry about—when things are not working as we think they should.

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Leadership Freak

MARCH 28, 2024

Successful leaders energize people. Focused energy makes success more likely. People won’t tell you this, they don’t like talking with you when you don’t like talking with them. I decided to write about simple ways to energize people during conversations. How do you energize people?

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Leading in Context

MARCH 27, 2024

By Linda Fisher Thornton One of the thinking traps that people fall into is putting people into categories. This may result in assigning a derogatory label to the category, and making blanket statements about how "all people" from that category are a certain way.

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Let's Grow Leaders

MARCH 25, 2024

If it feels like you never received your company-issued secret decoder ring, you’re likely dealing with unclear expectations. Often, people have unspoken values or expectations, and there isn’t one “right” way to do things. Maybe your manager never clarified an important process. Or the team hasn’t agreed on norms, so you’ve found yourself in a conflict cocktail of vague and unclear expectations and strong points of view.

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Leading Blog

MARCH 28, 2024

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. Executive coach Daniel Harkavy on the core coaching competency of discernment: “Discernment refers to the ability to see what is not visible, to understand what is not being said. Discernment enables a coach to ask effective questions, unearthing roadblocks, fears, and doubts that keep a team member from reaching his or her goals.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 27, 2024

Understanding and adapting to the unique characteristics of each generation is a crucial aspect of effective leadership. As we navigate the ever-changing evolution of the workforce, the spotlight is now on Generation Z. These digital natives, born between 1997 and 2012, are poised to make a significant impact on the workplace. To lead successfully in this evolving era, it’s essential for leaders to grasp the intricacies of Gen Z and their expectations.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 25, 2024

GUEST POST from Greg Satell Every once in a while I get a comment from an audience member after a keynote speech or from someone who read my book, Mapping Innovation, about why so few women are included.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 25, 2024

Raising children can present significant financial challenges, and U.S. economist Claudia Goldin, the recipient of this year’s Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences, has conducted research shedding light on these issues, particularly the gender disparities in the labor market. The term “child penalty” has been coined to describe the adverse consequences of parenthood, with mothers primarily bearing the brunt of these challenges, while fathers generally experience milder effects.

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Leadership Freak

MARCH 29, 2024

The FORD Method has nothing to do with cars. The FORD Method is about connecting with people. “. the simple phrase small talk can be code for torture.” Susan Cain Here's a simple strategy for building connection with new people. What's your best tip for connecting with new people?

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Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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Lead from Within

MARCH 28, 2024

In the intricate web of a successful organization, each employee plays a pivotal role. They are the lifeblood of the company. However, when employees feel undervalued, the repercussions extend beyond mere job dissatisfaction. It can have a significant impact on the company’s bottom line. It is important that we explore the ten ways unappreciated employees might be silently undermining your organization’s financial health.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 29, 2024

GUEST POST from Mike Shipulski When your best isn’t good enough, how do you feel? When your best isn’t good enough, what do you do? But more importantly, when your best isn’t good enough, what does that say about you?

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 27, 2024

Workers with skills in artificial intelligence (AI) are in high demand and earn 21% more on average, with the potential to earn up to 40% more, according to a study by researchers from the Oxford Internet Institute and the Center for Social Data Science at the University of Copenhagen. “We know we never apply skills in isolation,” the researchers explain. “Using this data, we saw which proficiencies were most sought after and which sets were in demand together, this allowed us

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Leadership Freak

MARCH 27, 2024

I bet you had a conversation that changed the trajectory of your life. How can you lead life changing conversations. It's not always predictable, but some skills make it more likely. How to lead one-on-ones that change lives.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 26, 2024

Employee experience is a critical factor in your organization’s success. A positive and engaging workplace can lead to higher productivity, increased employee retention, and ultimately, better business outcomes. To boost your employee experience success, we’ll explore six proven steps that can transform your workplace into a thriving environment.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 24, 2024

GUEST POST from Dennis Stauffer We all learned quite early in life that the world around us works according to cause and effect. That things move in predictable ways. There are reasons why things happen and our actions have consequences. Scientists call this determinism, and most would argue that it governs the universe.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 26, 2024

While the risk of technological disruption to the labor market tends to grab most of the headlines, offshoring is at least as big a risk, if not more so. Research from Chicago Booth explores how countries can help people whose livelihoods are affected by offshoring. The researchers analyzed administrative microdata at the individual worker level. This allowed them to link up each worker with any training programs they were assigned to, and their subsequent labor-market outcomes.

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Leadership Freak

MARCH 25, 2024

Sincerity makes promises it can’t keep when people-pleasing clouds judgement. But pleasing people is a good thing. All success requires bringing happiness to others. Here are ways to please people and overcome people-pleasing.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 25, 2024

Artificial intelligence (AI) is not merely a technological trend; it’s a profound transformation that promises to redefine leadership permanently. As a seasoned executive leadership coach, I’m keenly aware of the seismic shifts AI is bringing to the business world. In this blog, we’ll delve into four key areas where AI is reshaping leadership and providing insights into how leaders can thrive in this evolving landscape.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 27, 2024

GUEST POST from David Burkus One of the most common complaints among disengaged employees is about not feeling heard, not being seen or recognized for what they do, who they are and what they are experiencing. As a leader, a lot of this frustration may stem from you.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 28, 2024

Crowdfunding has commonly been deployed at German giant Siemens AG, with employees participating in a multi-round crowdfunding effort. They could not only suggest their own ideas on an internal online platform but also act as investors, deciding which projects to support with funds. This meant they got to do something usually reserved for managers – making choices and allocating budgets.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 25, 2024

The new book, Shine , is a transformative guide that illustrates how looking inward is the key to unlocking true entrepreneurial freedom. Certainly, Shine is a book for entrepreneurs, however, it is bound to benefit any business leader. “Entrepreneurs often have a burning need to succeed. But that same relentless brilliance that propels you in your career can take a toll on your teams, personal relationships, and even your health,” explain author Gino Wickman and coauthor Rob Dube.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MARCH 27, 2024

Do you struggle to get things done because you overthink your work? Try these three tips to overcome “analysis paralysis.” Many times I’ve heard it said that perfect is the enemy of done. A big barrier to executing initiatives is analysis paralysis. The team gets bogged down on proving their case is 100% accurate and risk-free before they act.

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Innovation Excellence

MARCH 26, 2024

(A Lesson Learned from Yogurt) GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton In September 2006, I moved to Copenhagen, Denmark, on a temporary assignment with BCG. As one does when arriving somewhere for an extended period, I went to the grocery store to stock my kitchen.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 26, 2024

A recent study by Carnegie Mellon University highlights the significant role played by communication and expertise within organizations, offering insights into how they influence group performance. The researchers delved into how individuals become integrated into communication networks and how the selection process affects the performance of the group.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 23, 2024

Important numbers should be memorized to contact the people who matter most. That includes your spouse, significant other, children, and mercy contacts. Memorizing long, complicated numbers takes time and practice. But there are tricks you can use to make the process easier. They’re Easy to Recall There are a lot of numbers to remember these days: phone numbers, bank account numbers, credit card numbers, PINs, and more.

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Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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Skip Prichard

MARCH 25, 2024

Lessons from the Mat I’m incredibly excited to introduce you to a new friend of mine: Tom Ryan. Tom is an acclaimed wrestling coach renowned for his transformative impact on The Ohio State wrestling program. His tenure at Ohio State has been marked by significant achievements, including leading the team to their first NCAA National Championship in 2015.

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thoughtLEADERS, LLC

MARCH 25, 2024

To boost employee satisfaction and retention, try recognizing your employees with personal and meaningful gifts. Today’s guest post is b y Eshed Doni , CEO & Founder — GiftCrowd Employees are the backbone of your organization. Showing appreciation for their hard work and dedication is not only good manners but also good business. A recently updated report from Gallup reveals that when companies prioritize employee recognition, they experience significantly decreased turnover and increa

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 27, 2024

The price of cryptocurrencies has shot up in the last ten years, leading to huge investments in the cryptocurrency industry. Digital currencies now have the trust of top investors worldwide, including big companies, tech tycoons, and even some people with shady intentions, like criminals and those looking to launder money or evade sanctions. Thanks to innovations like blockchain, digital currencies have become a significant part of the modern financial system.

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Strategy Driven

MARCH 29, 2024

In the digital landscape, mastering the process of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is essential for industrial businesses aiming to thrive in the modern era. To unlock growth and stay ahead of the competition, it’s crucial to implement strategic industrial SEO tactics tailored for today’s digital environment. With that in mind, continue reading for an overview on effective modern industrial SEO tactics.

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