Leading Blog

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in February 2021. Intelligence is usually seen as the ability to think and learn, but in a rapidly changing world, there's another set of cognitive skills that might matter more: the ability to rethink and unlearn.

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Joseph Lalonde

NOVEMBER 15, 2022

Anyone can develop the skills necessary to be an effective leader. In this blog post, we will discuss 10 ways that you can develop strong leadership skills during your adolescence. Joining clubs and teams is a great way to develop leadership skills. Leadership is not a quality that is innate in some people and not others.

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Lead Change Blog

APRIL 12, 2019

The following list outlines how to improve communication skills as a leader. Audibility is a crucial quality during presentations, while mastering tonal variation can be useful in improving your persuasion skills in your quest of how to develop your communication skills as a leader. Learn the Art of Nonverbal Communication.

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Leading Blog

JULY 1, 2021

Here's a look at some of the best leadership books to be released in July 2021. Persuade is perfect for executives, managers, entrepreneurs, and other business leaders and will earn a place in the libraries of any professional who negotiates or influences on a regular basis. It's time to start a new conversation.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 26, 2024

The book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

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Great Results Team Building

JULY 19, 2023

Effective problem-solving is a critical skill for any successful leader. The main categories typically include people, process, equipment, materials, environment, and management. When team members feel heard and valued, they are more likely to contribute their skills and expertise towards implementing the solution effectively.

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HR Digest

APRIL 11, 2024

From talent acquisition hacks to building a kickass company culture, these books will get you fired up to tackle the ever-evolving world of work. This list unveils the best HR books of 2024, packed with insights to help you navigate the hybrid model, understand the changing employee landscape, and future-proof your HR strategies.

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Rich Gee Group

MARCH 17, 2024

It's about making an indelible mark, demonstrating your unique value, and strategically positioning yourself for promotions. Here's a comprehensive guide to getting noticed—and promoted—at work, complete with action steps and book recommendations to propel your career forward. Present well-thought-out solutions to your manager.

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Let's Grow Leaders

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Kilmann explains that his interest in conflict stems from his personal experiences growing up in a family affected by conflict and his academic studies on conflict management. Conflict is inevitable and not inherently bad, but it needs to be managed effectively. They emphasize the increasing importance of conflict resolution skills. (06:15)

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HR Digest

MAY 12, 2021

Human Resource as a term was coined in 1893 by John R Commons in his book, “Distribution of Wealth” However, it was only in the 20th century that Human Resource became an integral part of organizations to deal with addressing employee issues such as recruitment, administration, and any disputes that arose. Communication.

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Career Advancement

JULY 19, 2021

Recently, I shared insights on the most in-demand skills for the future that the leaders of tomorrow’s workforce need to develop. Several key competencies will aid in the development of all of those skills: The ability to think outside of the box, maintaining a healthy curiosity about how to best respond to change.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 9, 2018

One of the most important skills for any manager is listening. We are born with the ability to listen, yet somehow managers, at some point in their careers, seem to forget how to use this natural born gift. Listening is one of the most consistently lowest rated behaviors in 360 degree feedback assessments for managers.

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Lead from Within

MARCH 5, 2024

Setting personal development goals is a powerful way for leaders to enhance their skills, mindset, and overall effectiveness. Commit to lifelong learning by regularly reading books, taking courses, attending seminars, and staying updated on industry trends. Enhance Time Management: Effective leaders are masters of time management.

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Great Leadership By Dan

FEBRUARY 8, 2018

Guest post by Lisa Sasso : Soft skills can make or break you as a leader; they are clearly more important to a leader than any hard skill. Nevertheless, I found that I was spending most of my time working with them on the softer skills. One skill that always stands out in my mind and that I have used successfully is Caring.

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Eric Jacobson

JULY 17, 2023

The new book, Power To The Middle , shows how managers are the crucial link between a company’s ground floor and top brass. However, new KcKinsey research reveals that this outdated perspective needs to change and that well-developed managers are the strategy that companies must prioritize to succeed today,” they add.

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Career Advancement

APRIL 3, 2017

“If we encounter a man of rare intellect, we should ask him what books he reads.”~Ralph He looked at other leaders in the company and got some ideas of leadership skills from them. If you want to help yourself become a better leader, books are an excellent resource. ”~Ralph Waldo Emerson~.

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Let's Grow Leaders

APRIL 14, 2023

In this episode, Wendy Swire, author of Anytime Coaching: Unleashing Employee Performance, gives us effective and impactful coaching skills to use at any time. 18:49 Learn to coach for developmental feedback as well as for positive behavior that you want to reinforce. 16:56 What are the four practices of any time coaching?

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 22, 2024

Fortunately, according to Dr. Kandi Wiens , author of the new book, Burnout Immunity , you can learn how to build immunity to burnout. Managing yourself. Managing relationships. Workers with specific EI skills know how to successfully cope with stressful work environments and experiences. Management your mindset.

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HR Digest

AUGUST 17, 2021

Interpersonal skills are the ability to effectively communicate with an individual or a group. Hence, along with professional and technical skills, employers are looking for people with highly developed soft skills and interpersonal communication forms an important aspect of it. What are the interpersonal skills at workplace?

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HR Digest

AUGUST 12, 2023

If you’re an HR professional looking to enhance your skills, expand your knowledge, or stay up-to-date with the latest trends in the field, reading the best HR books is an excellent way to achieve your goals. So, let’s dive in and explore the best HR books that will unlock the secrets to success in human resources.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 21, 2021

"Connection is what transforms a dog-eat-dog environment into a sled-dog team that pulls together," says Michael Lee Stallard , author of the book, Connection Culture. Connection builds an emotional bond that promotes trust, cooperation, and esprit de corps among people in the workplace." Align their behavior with organizational goals.

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Leading with Trust

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

Leave a comment on this guest post by Jim Dittmar and John Stanko to be eligible for for one of three complimentary copies of their new book, “The LEADERS Model: Essential Practices for Today’s Leaders.” Your initial reply to this question may be, “I’m not in a position of authority or supervision.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 4, 2024

Start your day with positive habits that set the tone for productivity. It's a skill that improves with time and practice. Break them down into smaller, manageable steps. Celebrating your wins boosts your motivation and reinforces positive habits. Stay enthusiastic and maintain your fresh, positive perspective.

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Let's Grow Leaders

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Nash also addresses the challenges of compassion fatigue and burnout among leaders and offers strategies for managing these issues, such as setting boundaries and finding activities that recharge and renew energy. Jennifer’s bestselling book entitled Be Human, Lead Human: How to Connect People and Performance is now available.

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Let's Grow Leaders

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

If you’re a manager, you likely hear a lot about not only leading and organizing but also being a coach for your team. Today on Asking for a Friend I talk with Sara Canaday about tips from her new book “Coaching Essentials for Managers.” Position yourself as a partner in their success. Be fully present.

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Tanveer Naseer

SEPTEMBER 3, 2013

No one ever spelled it out and there were no set expectations for becoming a manager at the company. The basis for my new book, “ Promote Yourself ”, is that I wanted to reveal the criteria that managers were using to evaluate employees for management roles. Having a positive attitude is underrated at work.

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HR Digest

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

Human Resource Management (HRM) is a broad term that encompasses human resources management, employee relations , compensation, benefits, training, performance evaluation, recruitment, selection, and other related activities. There are many human resources books , but they often focus on specific industries or companies.

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Great Leadership By Dan

OCTOBER 12, 2017

Guest post from Larry Sternberg and Kim Turnage: What would your organization be like if every employee had a great manager? In every organization, managers are a key leverage point to drive higher performance and better business results. The impact managers have on turnover and engagement go straight to the organization’s bottom line.

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Lead Change Blog

MAY 17, 2021

The more power you have, the more able you are to direct, influence, and inspire people to make positive changes. Position Power. You gain power based on your formal position in the organization. Tips for gaining and using your position power. It can lead to promotions and increased position power. Personal Power.

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HR Digest

JULY 11, 2019

It’s even worse if your expertise doesn’t line up cleanly with the position you’re applying for. A better approach is to be specific about your goal and how you intend to bring your skills and expertise to the position. How to Use Resume Action Verbs for Creative Positions. Resume Action Verbs List for Creative Positions.

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Great Leadership By Dan

MARCH 12, 2013

Or, you’ve done a position based succession plan for key positions, and identified a slate of 3-4 candidates for each position. Maybe you’re a manager, and you’re just concerned about identifying and grooming successors for you own position, so that you’ll have a replacement ready when it’s time for you to move up or on.

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Lead from Within

DECEMBER 6, 2018

The future is being built now with robotics, artificial intelligence, and all kinds of automation that will take over many of the skills we perform today. But there are some skills that we will need for the future, skills that can’t be automated. People want meaning, so communication will always be a crucial leadership skill.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

When someone gives you negative feedback, think of it as a positive. If it’s accurate, it provides a growth opportunity; if it isn’t accurate, it provides an opportunity to strengthen your conflict resolution skills. Thank you Reneee Evenson , author of the book, Powerful Phrases for Dealing with Difficult People , for this good tip.

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Eric Jacobson

DECEMBER 20, 2022

This time each year, I select from all the leadership books I read during the year my pick for the best new leadership book of the year. It was a tough choice, so for 2022, I'm picking two books: Both books are timely, highly relevant, full of great teachings and well worth reading for leaders at any stage of their careers.

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Rich Gee Group

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Playbooks Sharpen Your Leadership Skills - learn up-to-date leadership techniques to better manage your team, your peers, and your boss. link ) Build Your Career Bug-Out Bag - be prepared to make a quick jump to a new position when unscrupulous bosses meddle with your career.( Daily stoic wisdom - read one page each day!

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Great Results Team Building

JANUARY 5, 2024

IF YOU WANT TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN WINNING TEAMMATES IN YOUR ORGANIZATION, YOU NEED TO CELEBRATE THEIR POSITIVE IMPACT… I’m always honored and excited when I get invited to conferences to share a message to develop Effective Leaders and help companies build an exceptional workplace culture.

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Strategy Driven

OCTOBER 31, 2023

In the modern era of technology and business, fleet management has witnessed a transformative shift. The evolution of fleet management is underscored by several innovative practices and technological integrations that promise a more streamlined and intelligent approach.

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