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quickpoint: What Middle Managers Do

Leading Blog

What middle managers do is actually much more complex than what either executives or frontline workers do: They manage both up and down, and serve as translators in both directions. What kind of qualities and skills does the job require? They came to realize that they needed middle managers more than ever.

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When Skills Are Mismatched In The Labor Market

The Horizons Tracker

While it would be lovely to believe that everyone is well matched to their role and no skill goes to waste, the reality is that the labor market is riddled with the poor allocation of skills. Research from Boston College explores how the relative levels of skills mismatching vary according to the business cycle.

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The Skills Every Entrepreneur Should Have

Strategy Driven

An entrepreneur is someone who starts their own business and is responsible for building it up from the ground. Something else that will help you to have the best possible chance of succeeding as an entrepreneur is having the right skills. This is probably the most important skill to have. Communication.

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First Look: Leadership Books for April 2024

Leading Blog

Co-Intelligence shows what it means to think and work together with smart machines, and why it's imperative that we master that skill. Mentorship Unlocked : The Science and Art of Setting Yourself Up for Success by Janice Omadeke What is a mentor? Why is having a mentor crucial to success?

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How To Hire The Right Talent For Your Team

Lead from Within

This not only affects team dynamics but also impacts the company’s bottom line, costing organizations up to 1.5 This formula includes evaluating four critical aspects: drive, values, skills, and habits. One non-negotiable skill is coachability, as it determines a person’s willingness to learn and develop.

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Job Skills To Include On Your Resume (With Examples!)

HR Digest

Should I add soft skills or hard skills to my resume? Do I need to add soft skills to my resume? We will also provide examples of what soft and hard skills look like so you know what to put on your resume. . Soft Skills Vs. Hard Skills. Are you confused about what to put in the skill section of a resume?

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10 Ways To Improve Your Connection Skills

Eric Jacobson

And, that "human connection affects much more than the bottom line." He is the primary author of Fired Up or Burned Out. Based on shared identity, empathy, and understanding , connection moves primarily self-centered individuals toward group-centered membership.

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