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Thin Watches, the Donner Party, and Bad Advice

Lead Change Blog

Bad advice can get you in big trouble. Early in my career, I got a big promotion from Assistant Manager to Distribution Center Manager. The promotion came with a hefty raise, a move to a new city, and advice from my new boss. He’d gotten that advice from some “how to succeed” article.

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Ethical dilemmas: How do I distinguish right from wrong – and act accordingly? Advice from the experts

Chartered Management Institute

Advice: Ethical dilemmas: How do I distinguish right from wrong – and act accordingly? Advice from the experts Written by Beth Gault. Additional reporting by CMI Insights Friday 12 January 2024 Share Share to Twitter Share to Facebook Share to LinkedIn Share via email All managers will face ethical dilemmas in their work.

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How to Choose the Right Communication Channel for Your Message

Let's Grow Leaders

The Communication Channel You Choose Matters: It’s What You Say AND How You Say It If you’re managing a team, you know how crucial your choice of communication can be. Let’s start with a timeless piece of advice from Marshall McLuhan, the renowned communication researcher.

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Top 10 Skills of a Good Manager That Will Never Lead You Astray

HR Digest

At a time when the entire job market has been disrupted by layoffs, you’d be surprised at how integral the skills of a good manager are in keeping the company together. Let’s look at the top 10 management skills that every manager should be equipped with.

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Workplace Conflict: Why it’s So Tricky Now and What To Do About It

Let's Grow Leaders

Tired Workers in a Tired Economy Of course, the reasons are complex. Managers are relearning how to lead and support their teams. What advice would you give yourself if faced with this situation again? What advice would you give your former self if you faced this workplace conflict again? Be the bigger person.

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Free Mini-Course Helps New Managers Start Successfully

Art Petty

The transition from individual contributor to new manager is awkward and filled with unexpected challenges. Our free mini-course, Overcoming and Succeeding with the Top 5 Challenges of New Managers, is filled with practical advice to help smooth a few of the bumps out of the journey.

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Top Tips for Managing Up

Modern Servant Leader

Top Tips for Managing Up. When it comes to managing up, there are two scenarios: when you’re on good terms with your boss and when you’re struggling with them. From my experience, most people seeking advice on managing up, are already struggling to align with their boss. Managing Up: Top Tips Video Transcript.

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