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Coercive Power At Work: Definition And Examples

Niagara Institute

There are many types of power that can be used in the workplace by managers, supervisors, or anyone in a position of responsibility. A leader can use a coercive management style where immediate compliance is necessary, such as in crisis management or when safety is at risk.

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How to Help Managers Become More Strategic

Let's Grow Leaders

In a recent HBR article, Robert Kabacoff shares his research of 60,000 managers in 40 countries. It was twice as important as communication (the second most important behavior) and almost 50 times more important than hands-on tactical behaviors. Managers can learn to be more strategic through understanding, exposure and challenge.

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Elements And Definitions For Creating Your Organization’s Strategic Framework

Eric Jacobson

As you create your strategic framework for your organization or business, keep in mind these eight elements and corresponding definitions, courtesy of the AMA Business Book Camp book: Element & Definition Vision – What we will be Mission – Why we exist Goals – What will get us there Objectives – Major steps we will take Strategies – How we will (..)

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Improve Your Customer Experience With These Stellar Tactics

Strategy Driven

For this channel, in particular, be sure to manage customer expectations by giving an estimate of how long they can expect to wait for a reply. Additionally, there are a few other tactics you can use to improve the customer experience when it comes to returns. Provide special offers and discounts.

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Unlocking the Potential of Less Than Truckload (LTL) Freight Shipping: Strategies for Efficiency and Cost Management

Strategy Driven

Strategies for Cost-Effective LTL Freight Shipping Cost management in LTL shipping requires a multi-faceted approach. Through integrating Transportation Management Systems (TMS), logistics coordinators can gain powerful insights into their operations, from automating shipment scheduling to real-time tracking.

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You Want a Meeting for What?

Mills Scofield

This seems like a no-brainer, something we read in all the ‘effective meeting’ manuals, right? So, given our level of zoom fatigue, why not try it?

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Definitions Every Leader Must Know

Eric Jacobson

And, lots of times, confusion comes when separating strategies from tactics.