Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In the modern era of technology and business, fleet management has witnessed a transformative shift. As the need for mobility grows and environmental concerns rise, businesses are keen to optimize their fleet operations not only for cost-effectiveness but also for sustainability and efficiency.

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Transportation Management Efficiency Long-term 106

Eric Jacobson

JULY 9, 2023

Stumped for what business books to add to your summer reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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Leading Blog

JANUARY 27, 2020

T HE BIGGEST CHANGE being brought about by AI is not human replicas, but the emergence of digital operating models. Marco Iansiti and Karim Lakhani, professors at Harvard Business School, explore these changes in Competing in the Age of AI with examples of businesses in many industries. But here’s the thing.

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Operations Industry Learning-by-Doing Automotive 291

Leading Blog

JUNE 2, 2023

In recent years, many industries have been disrupted by technological change. Take, for instance, the automotive industry. The electrification of vehicles and increasing reliance on computer software, rather than mechanical parts, have upended the knowledge and capabilities needed in the industry.

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Rich Gee Group

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a game-changing force in today's rapidly evolving digital landscape, transforming industries and businesses globally. Analyze which areas of your operations could benefit the most from AI integration. Supply chain management? Prioritize Data Management: AI thrives on data.

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Supply Chain Ethics Case Study Handbook 195

Eric Jacobson

FEBRUARY 5, 2024

The 12-Week MBA offers an alternative way to learn business essentials by focusing on the skills and knowledge required to succeed as both a manager and a business leader. In addition, the book provides an excellent glossary of most used terms within business. When we're in a book club, we get that social validation.

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Skills Cooper Books Benchmarking 114

Leading Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

I F YOU ENTER a bookstore and peruse the shelves for books on famous leaders in history, you’ll likely find a recurring cast of characters staring at you. The message from this literary cottage industry is that where there’s a will, there’s a way. Winston Churchill. Napoleon Bonaparte. Abraham Lincoln. Mao Zedong.

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Engaging Leader

OCTOBER 5, 2020

A bestselling author and top-rated presenter, Paul is currently the Chief Human Resources Officer for The Motion Picture and Television Fund, primarily serving retirees from the entertainment industry. Book: 96 Great Interview Questions to Ask Before You Hire. Book: 75 Ways for Managers to Hire, Develop, and Keep Great Employees.

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Human Resources Uncertainty Resources Books 246

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 16, 2021

Stumped for what leadership and business books to add to your winter reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. His advice?

Books 65

Books Leadership Storytelling Delegation 65

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 24, 2020

Stumped for what business books to add to your fall reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

Books 65

Books Storytelling Delegation Tactics 65

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 17, 2020

Stumped for what business books to add to your winter reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

Books 65

Books Leadership Storytelling Delegation 65

CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), effective onboarding can increase employee retention by 25% and improve productivity by up to 50%. On the other hand, 62% of HR managers said that a successful onboarding process can improve the employee experience, and 54% said it can improve employee retention.

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Mentor Press Release Short-term Learning-by-Doing 246

Leading Blog

MARCH 13, 2023

Vertical integration extended their chain of operations, bringing inside their boundaries suppliers at one end (“upstream”) and customers at the other (“downstream”). And contractors in the construction industry have long used an extensive form of outsourcing. He is the author or coauthor of 21 books. Often, both.

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Organization Outsourcing Mintzberg Core Competence 235

CoachStation

MARCH 14, 2023

According to a study by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), effective onboarding can increase employee retention by 25% and improve productivity by up to 50%. On the other hand, 62% of HR managers said that a successful onboarding process can improve the employee experience, and 54% said it can improve employee retention.

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Mentor Press Release Short-term Learning-by-Doing 227

N2Growth Blog

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Impact on their industry and in the broader communities they serve. Find HR’s hand (in a good way) in everything as an enabler and contributor to operations flowing all the way through to customer/client satisfaction. Beth is another former operator who really understands the business and their 37,000+ workforce.

Human Resources 469

Human Resources Globalization Resources Diversity 469

Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

“The most successful companies are those that adopt an Experience Mindset that strengthens both employee experience (EX) and customer experience (CS) at the same time,” explains Tiffani Bova , author of the new book, The Experience Mindset: Changing the Way You Think About Growth.

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Leading Blog

DECEMBER 25, 2016

How do we create the future while managing the present? Posner have written a new book that examines a fundamental question: How do people learn leadership? Managing in the Gray : Five Timeless Questions for Resolving Your Toughest Problems at Work by Joseph L. Blog Post ). Kouzes and Barry Z. Posner James M. Kouzes and Barry Z.

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Books Leadership Cialdini Govindarajan 150

Leading Blog

JUNE 21, 2021

For a large majority of leaders, the struggle to have influence and impact comes from things that you can manage and change. As a result, Tommy was able to step back and let his team sort out operational problems without his involvement. Or, they push for autonomy when their manager wants engagement.

Influence 391

Influence Organization Executive Coaching Learning-by-Doing 391

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 7, 2024

“The most successful companies are those that adopt an Experience Mindset that strengthens both employee experience (EX) and customer experience (CX) at the same time,” explains Tiffani Bova , author of the new book, The Experience Mindset: Changing the Way You Think About Growth.

How To 70

How To Long-term Open-book Metrics 70

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 3, 2019

Stumped for what business books to add to your fall reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

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Books Leadership Storytelling Delegation 50

The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 23, 2023

In recent years, artificial intelligence (AI) has made significant strides in enhancing hotel operations and streamlining efficiency. Consequently, it comes as no astonishment that AI has emerged as a transformative force within the hospitality industry.

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Hotels Influence Ethics GDP 119

Lead Change Blog

JUNE 18, 2019

In that time, the company had at least one management fad per year. A top executive reads a book and is impressed. Business book authors today come complete with pre-designed change package. They include books, workshops, assessment tools, and much, much more. It says all the other executives are reading a book.

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Bottom-up Execution Workshop Definition 275

Lead Change Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

Its performance determines the health of your daily operations and the long-term success of your enterprise. With no obvious signs of disease, it may be tempting for the CEO or equity partner to think, “Well, the pain is mild and we’re managing through it, so let’s do the best we can and strive for improvement.”

Supply Chain 204

Supply Chain P&L EBITDA Handbook 204

Marshall Goldsmith

JUNE 19, 2014

With more than 150,000 copies sold, “Managers as Mentors: Building Partnerships for Learning,” Chip Bell and Marshall Goldsmith’s classic guide to successfully combining these two interrelated roles has proven to be deeply influential among professionals in virtually every industry and leadership role. Marshall.

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Mentor Govindarajan Management Handbook 127

Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Describing the new book, In Her Own Voice , by Jennifer McCollum , Anne Chow (former CEO of AT&T Business) says that “for women, the book does a beautiful job of explaining not just what to do to advance in your career, but also what to expect. Thank you to the book’s publisher for sending me an advance copy of the book.

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Brand Books Advice Mentor 99

Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 7, 2016

Organizations should coordinate management skills into its overall corporate strategy, in order to satisfy customer needs profitably, draw together the components for practical strategies and implement strategic requirements to impact the business. This is my review of how management styles have evolved. Under it, people were managed.

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Management Hostile Takeover Management by Objectives Objective 70

The Practical Leader

MAY 8, 2024

” Five years earlier, we’d conducted introductory service/quality improvement workshops for senior management and head office staff of a large company. The senior management team declined. Managers needed to take more leadership and empower people. As Yogi Berra would say, “It was Deja vu all over again.”

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Learning-by-Doing Workshop Survey Rogers 52

Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 3, 2020

Books and podcasts. These people write the books like road maps for you, allowing you to sidestep common pitfalls carefully. Research relevant people, invest in their books and learn from them. Although similar to books in many aspects, podcasts deliver a more live experience. Keep reading to find out more.

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Entrepreneur Development Sharpe Goal 142

Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Stumped for what business books to add to your fall reading list? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. I couldn't put this book down.

Books 50

Books Leadership Storytelling Delegation 50

Strategy Driven

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

Career development is not the responsibility of your manager. The manager is liable for your output. Do you feel anxious about sharing your industry insights? Learn About Your Industry. Every week, spend some time learning about your industry. Consider yourself to be being tested on your industries and companies.

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Career Emotional Intelligence Mentor Learning-by-Doing 90

Strategy Driven

JULY 3, 2013

All organizations face a host of risks incurred during the conduct of day-to-day business operations and stakeholder interactions. Effective risk management optimizes the cost of risk monitoring and mitigation with the expense incurred should the event occur. Focus of the Risk Management Topic. Book value is not guaranteed.

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Risk Management Management Competitive Advantage Insurance 66

Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 4, 2021

While you must have your books and financial records in order, another advantage of hiring an outsourced accounting firm is that you can receive professional advice. An accounting firm has likely provided services to many clients in different industries. Receive Professional Advice.

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Outsourcing CPA Compliance Finance 100

Eric Jacobson

MARCH 11, 2014

Stumped for what business books to add to bring along on your Spring Break? Here are five must-read books for leaders well worth adding to your list: Lead With A Story -- A Guide To Crafting Business Narratives That Captivate, Convince, and Inspire. This book is a wake-up call for every business leader. Edited by Edward T.

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Books Leadership Storytelling Delegation 65

The Horizons Tracker

DECEMBER 28, 2021

In his latest book, Built to Innovate , he chronicles the Tech Warrior Enterprise event run each year by the Air Force Research Laboratory. Alongside the event, the Pentagon operates various CONNECT events each year to provide support to startups and help them ensure that any technologies they develop truly meet the needs of the military.

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Innovation Technology Operations CIO 109

Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 19, 2017

Perhaps it starts within your organization, then within your industry? These individuals, Lemming Leaders, are less focused on adapting best practices to their specific setting and more concerned with being at the “industry standard”. Your bookshelf: Are they all leadership books? The trappings: Look in your driveway.

Six Sigma 209

Six Sigma Storytelling Peer Review Open-book 209

Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 20, 2021

Next week brings the new book, Exit Rich, The 6 P Method To Sell Your Business For High Profit , by Michelle Seiler Tucker and Sharon Lechter. Read this invaluable book if you are an entrepreneur or business owner preparing to sell your business. How do I create an emotional connection between a buyer and my business?

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Exit Strategy Strategy Operations Entrepreneur 65

Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 22, 2021

Exit Rich, The 6 P Method To Sell Your Business For High Profit is the relatively new book by Michelle Seiler Tucker and Sharon Lechter. Read this invaluable book if you are an entrepreneur or business owner preparing to sell your business. How do I create an emotional connection between a buyer and my business?

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Exit Strategy How To Strategy Operations 65