Joseph Lalonde
MARCH 31, 2021
It’s hard to believe we’re already at the end of March. April is just around the corner. And you know what that means. Today is the day I bring you 5 books leaders should read in the following month. The lists can range from great non-fiction business books to books on faith to fiction books […].
Tanveer Naseer
MARCH 31, 2021
When we sat down to write The Long-Distance Teammate, we set out to answer one critical question: What are the behaviors that separate solid individual contributors from people who are true teammates? Specifically, they want to do what, besides having a “good attitude,” do they actually DO that separates them. Click to continue reading.
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Leading Blog
MARCH 31, 2021
Here are a selection of tweets from March 2021 that you don't want to miss: The Power of Values in Uncertain Times via @StanfordGSB. The next normal arrives: Trends that will define 2021—and beyond via @McKinsey. How To Encourage Creativity In The Workplace And Why It Matters by Dante Munnis via @pdiscoveryuk. The Positive Side of Negative Emotions via @StanfordGSB.
Lead Change Blog
MARCH 31, 2021
There is a long-standing truth in the world of organizations: talent wins! But how do you attract the best people? What do they really want? Based on his rigorous and extensive research, Mark Miller learned that top performers are looking for very different things than solid contributors. Listen in to an hour-long discussion with Mark Miller, author of Talent Magnet: How to Attract and Keep the Best People.
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Leading in Context
MARCH 31, 2021
By Linda Fisher Thornton This series of posts shares strategies for repairing organizational trust. It was inspired by conversations with other members of the Trust Across America Trust Alliance and my work as part of the Trust Alliance TAP team. #tap2021 Trust Repair Part 1 addressed the importance of Accountability and strategies for building a robust accountability system.
Michael Lee Stallard
MARCH 31, 2021
Should the term “nervous breakdown” be embraced again? One of my (Michael’s) favorite journalists, Jerry Useem, provides a fascinating look at the history of the nervous breakdown in this article he wrote for The Atlantic titled “ Bring Back the Nervous Breakdown. ” Where Useem lands aligns with my thinking as an advocate for fostering connection, both for its positive effect on individuals and for how it improves the performance of groups, as well as what I share with clients about the harmful
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Leadership Freak
MARCH 31, 2021
The most instructive moment in organizational life is failure. Success teaches you to repeat things, but responsible failure turns on the lights.
David A Fields
MARCH 31, 2021
Your outstanding content demonstrates to readers, listeners and viewers that your consulting firm houses the knowledge, talent and expertise to solve your client’s thorniest challenges. However, you may be missing a hidden route to surfacing leads for your consulting firm via digital content. Below is a key distinction and three steps to maximize the lead-generating … Continued.
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 31, 2021
The population of the world is aging at a considerable rate, which makes doing so as healthily as possible one of the key challenges of the years ahead. Self-esteem plays a crucial role throughout our life, but new research from the Tokyo University of Science highlights how our self-esteem ebbs and flows throughout our life. Whereas traditionally we have believed self-esteem to rise through childhood before dipping in mid-life and then rising again as we age, the study suggests that there is n
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
As a business owner, you’ll always be looking at ways to become more efficient, save money, and give your customers what they want. There are many ways to do this, but one that is often overlooked but that checks all the boxes is buying in bulk. This can have a major positive effect on your business, its reputation, and the profits you make, so it’s certainly worth considering, and it may well be exactly what you need to implement in your business right now.
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Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 31, 2021
During the last 12 months when social contact has been so heavily restricted by the Covid-19 pandemic, social media, and other digital tools have been the main means of keeping in touch with friends, family, and loved ones. While this contact is ostensibly designed to aid our mental wellbeing, research from the University of Arkansas questions whether that is really the case, or whether social media might actually be making our mental health worse.
The Practical Leader
MARCH 31, 2021
Life’s full of interesting coincidences or — depending on your belief system — mysterious synchronicities. As I was preparing a retreat proposal with a range of options for Judy’s executive team ( last week’s blog ), I came across Laith Al-Shawaf’s provocative article, Should You Trust the Myers-Briggs Personality Test?
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
Many entrepreneurs decide to take their business a level higher by expanding it overseas, primarily due to the rapidly changing market dynamics. However, expanding the organization at international levels comes with myriad challenges. It demands organizations to develop strategies that are not only intelligent but also fool-proof. In contrast to the local business setup, where you can easily access resources, reaching out for assistance could be daunting when you take your business to a new land
The Horizons Tracker
MARCH 31, 2021
The last few years have seen a number of applications whereby artificial intelligence makes smart diagnoses based upon medical scans. The latest comes via research from Duke University, which interprets retinal images to identify Alzheimer’s disease. The system looks at the retinal structure and blood vessels in images of the inside of an eye that is correlated with various cognitive changes.
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From welcoming new team members to tough termination decisions, each employment lifecycle phase requires a balance of knowledge, empathy & legal diligence.
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
Many attorneys work hard to make partner in their firm for years, which is an excellent career path to follow, but why not go one step further and establish a law firm yourself? If you are an attorney with plenty of experience and an entrepreneurial spirit, you may have already been considering taking this step, but it will take a lot of hard work and determination.
CEO Insider
MARCH 31, 2021
In many companies, executive compensation is determined or negotiated according to an established compensation structure that is derived from their talent acquisition and retention strategy which in turn is driven by their business goals. Typically, a company would identify key growth indicators and ensure that each key executive’s incentives are aligned with company success.
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
There’s no denying that search engine optimisation can be incredibly beneficial in establishing and elevating the presence of a business online, regardless of the company’s size or its chosen field. However, while the concept behind SEO might appear to be simple on paper, it presents a number of challenges when it comes to execution. And any errors or mishaps now won’t just lead to wasted effort, time, and resources, but it can also create setbacks that can be difficult to recover from.
Ron Edmondson
MARCH 31, 2021
I have some suggestions for pastors (or leaders) when they lose a good team member. This post came to me the hard way. It came after hanging out with one of my favorite people I had ever worked with. I hated when we parted ways professionally. Let’s be honest, pastors. When you have great staff people, the team is set and everything is going well, it’s hard when someone leaves.
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In times of economic uncertainty, account-based strategies are essential. According to several business analysts and practitioners, ABM is a necessity for creating more predictable revenue. Research shows that nearly three-quarters of marketers (74%) already have the resources needed to build successful ABM programs.
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
Starting a small business can be exciting, but it’s also a process that comes with many considerations and potential challenges waiting to be turned into opportunities. If you’re considering launching your own business or are already in the middle of that process, you’re not alone. The United States is experiencing a boom in entrepreneurship , likely related to many companies being forced to lay off workers during the pandemic and many people suddenly having time to pursue their personal project
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
MARCH 31, 2021
Do you struggle to get your ideas approved? Follow the structured thought process to create better presentations. When you have a recommendation you’re trying to get approved within your organization, there are going to be a lot of stakeholders you have to get your idea in front of. You’ll have to put it in front of your manager, maybe their boss, a director, and some vice presidents.
Strategy Driven
MARCH 31, 2021
Every business owner wants their operations to run smoothly. A place where staff get on well, communicate, and are as productive as they possibly can be. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work that way as personalities can clash, employees can become complacent, and animosities can form. The good news is that there are many things you can do that can help send your business in that direction.
HR Digest
MARCH 31, 2021
The U.S. private sector added 517,000 new jobs in March, the biggest gain in the last six months, according to ADP, the human resource management company. The vaccine rollout and the easing of lockdowns allowed more businesses to reopen. The new stimulus package’s approval aided the labor market, along with the onset of warm weather. The massive $1.9 trillion federal fiscal stimulus and the vaccination drive reinvigorated the market sentiments.
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Roundtable Talk
MARCH 31, 2021
For our Ask the Expert conversation, I sat down with my brilliant colleague Naomi Titleman Colla, founder of Collaborativity Inc. We unpacked what a post-pandemic workplace will look like and how leaders can set ourselves up for success. Spoiler alert… the biggest hurdle will be our mindsets and beliefs. You can watch to the complete webinar here. Here are my top 3 takeaways: … Top 3 Takeaways from Workplace 3.0 Read More » The post Top 3 Takeaways from Workplace 3.0 appeared first o
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
Cryptocurrencies are fueling the emergence of decentralized finance. What is it, how does it work, and who will benefit?
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
Youngme, Mihir, and Felix discuss trends in wellness – from the fitness wars to touchless spas.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
How to measure progress in a product that’s still getting off the ground.
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Shifting to an account-based marketing (ABM) strategy can be both exciting and challenging. Well-implemented ABM motions build engagement with high-value accounts and drive impactful campaigns that resonate with your audience. But where do you begin, and how do you progress from crawling to running? Watch now as Demand Gen experts delve into the essentials of each stage of the ABM process.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
Starting April 5, conversations that lift spirits and keep careers advancing.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
A framework to help you identify, measure, and address inequity.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
Take control of your narrative.
Harvard Business Review
MARCH 31, 2021
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