Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Lead for results and keep the zombies at bay… They’re the phrases that should send a shiver up your spine if you want to lead for results. I’ve heard them from team members in every industry imaginable. You might recognize them: “I’ve […]. The post How to Lead for Results and Stop the Zombie Apocalypse appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2019
In the context of our increasingly disrupted, globalizing, and multicultural world, leaders greatly appreciate the security and comfort of clear-cut strategic plans for the future. Tragically, popular strategic business analyses are deeply flawed and give a false sense of comfort and security to business leaders. Take the most popular of them, the SWOT analysis, where you try to figure out the Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats facing your business.
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Lead from Within
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Conflicts are an inevitable part of any workplace and a constant source of stress for many leaders. Conflict resolution is an important skill for any leader to master. Like many other challenges, conflicts can actually present opportunities for positive change. Effective conflict resolution can build deeper relationships and foster more effective communication.
Great Leadership By Dan
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Guest post from Nick Liddell : Imagine that three years from now your career will be in tatters. You will have no job and your prospects of future employment will seem bleak. Your carefully manicured career path simply won’t materialize. Now ask yourself: What are the most likely reasons for things going wrong? And now ask yourself: What could you start doing today to prevent those reasons from happening?
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Leadership Freak
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Your mind is a ship without a sail about half the time. Ask, “What are you thinking about?” and people often say, “Nothing.” But that’s not true.
Anese Cavanaugh
OCTOBER 31, 2019
In the spirit of today's holiday, these points are dedicated to “trick” — leading inauthentically and wearing a mask, or “treating” — leading congruently, no mask, just YOU.
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The Horizons Tracker
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Social perception bias is an interesting phenomenon whereby we assume that other people think pretty much as we do. A recent study from the University of North Carolina explores just how frequently this plays out within our social networks across a range of contexts. The authors counter the predisposed view that social perception bias tends to occur as a result of things like social projection or even wishful thinking, and instead argue that the structure of our social networks is the culprit.
Thin Difference
OCTOBER 31, 2019
There are two things that are true for all of us. Either you are in a season of change, where things are shifting, and you are making new adjustments. Or you will soon be in a season of change. It’s one or the other because life doesn’t stay the same. Pessimists label this as the chaos of our world. Optimists will say every day offers a new opportunity to grow.
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
When it comes to management in the workplace, it takes a real person to be a leader for their employees. There is a big difference between the word “boss” and “leader,” as these two words do not mean the same thing. Below is a closer look at three characteristics a leader possesses and why employees look up to them. What a Boss is.
Eric Jacobson
OCTOBER 31, 2019
You can't lead if your employees, team or followers don't trust you. Building trust takes energy, effort and constant attention to how you act. To help build trust, follow these 16 tips , recommended by author Susan H. Shearouse: Be honest Keep commitments and keep your word Avoid surprises Be consistent with your mood Be your best Demonstrate respect Listen Communicate Speak with a positive intent Admit mistakes Be willing to hear feedback Maintain confidences Get to know others Practice empath
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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
CEO Insider
OCTOBER 31, 2019
In leading an Institute that’s committed to creating better managers and leaders, I get to be a passionate advocate for sound leadership practice as my day job. It’s always a pleasure to present on the topic, but even more enjoyable is that I get to talk to other leaders about their views on how we […].
Eric Jacobson
OCTOBER 31, 2019
To learn how to stay motivated, read High-Profit Prospecting , by Mark Hunter. It's a powerful read that includes counter intuitive advice and cutting-edge best practices for sales prospecting in today's business world. Today, I share one of my favorite sections of the book where Hunter describes his seven things motivated people do to stay motivated : Motivated people ignore voices in their lives.
The Horizons Tracker
OCTOBER 31, 2019
AI has proven remarkably adept at predicting various health issues ahead of time, and a new study from MIT’s Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) shows how adroit it is at understanding the risk we face of cardiovascular death. The system, which they’ve dubbed ‘RiskCardio’, is targeted to people who have survived an accute coronary syndrome (ACS), which covers a wide range of conditions that involve a reduction or blockage in the blood flow to t
Eric Jacobson
OCTOBER 31, 2019
These eight decision-making tactics from David Lahey ’s book, Predicting Success , are helpful to me and hopefully useful to you as well: Deep breathing , to clear your mind. Researching , to feel confident that you have all the information in front of you. Listing your options , in either verbal or written form, to keep the whole picture front of mind.
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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.
The Horizons Tracker
OCTOBER 31, 2019
As populations across the western world grow older, consideration is being given to how to age in a healthy way, both physically and mentally. What is perhaps being given somewhat less consideration is how our current lifestyles might be accelerating the aging process. A recent study from the Center for Healthy Aging and the Department of Public Health attempts to rectify that, and explores the impact poverty has on our ageing.
Brigette Hyacinth
OCTOBER 31, 2019
I had an employee who kept making mistakes and was reaching to work late everyday. He was put on PIP but no improvement. His supervisor said she had tried everything. Instead of firing him, I sat down with him to TALK. It was obvious he was at a very low point. He had to move out his home and was going through a divorce, custody battle plus facing financial problems.
Art Petty
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Yet again, we are faced with a firm that potentially allowed the pressure-to-produce force decisions that impacted not only lives but all of the organization's stakeholders. As a manager, you may not face life or death consequences, however, manage long enough and you will encounter situations that challenge your ethics and values. Here are six ideas to help you navigate a situation where the prevailing approach is one you believe detrimental to the firm.
Ron Edmondson
OCTOBER 31, 2019
One of the biggest mistakes I’ve seen leaders make is forgetting everyone doesn’t think like them. I have personally made this mistake many times. We assume what we are thinking is what everyone else is thinking. Wrong. And time has proven this to me repeatedly. The fact is people are different. They think differently, have different desires and, thankfully have different ideas.
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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.
Leading Blog
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Here are a selection of tweets from October 2019 that you don't want to miss: 5 Characteristics of a Successful Leadership Development Strategy via @CCLdotORG. The mindsets and practices of excellent CEOs via @McKinsey. Developing the Mindset and Skill Set of a Servant Leader by @kenblanchard via @BKpub. How To Be a Tough Leader Without Being a Jerk by @WScottCochrane.
Roundtable Talk
OCTOBER 31, 2019
By: Seth Godin Reviewed by: Shelby Gobbo The Premise: As soon as you open this book, it speaks to you not only through Seth Godin’s words but through the bold imagery and photography that he has paired with each message. He opens with this, “This is a book about opportunity. The opportunity to take your […].
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Running an organisation is no cakewalk. Managing clients and delivering on the due deadlines is one just one side of the story. But, it also involves several costs-latent and glaring. You have your employees to think about. The salaries, the bonuses, appraisals, benefits and the like make for just one fragment of the entire picture. The other piece consists of paying for several utilities like workspace rent (if you do not happen to own a workspace), catering to the electricity bills and things
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Women-led companies outperform men-led firms over time, according to an analysis.
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Blue-collar jobs have a branding problem. One company, GEON, partnered with Paycor to find the solution. Learn how to attract, engage, and retain blue-collar employees, helping them build meaningful careers – and support your company’s goals.
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Cold calling is a difficult tactic to master when looking to drum up business as it can be seen to may as a harsh way of selling. But for those that have already expressed interest, is it really such a bad idea? With a number of strategies as well as the best times for cold calling, could it be the secret your business needs to drum up sales? In this article, we will be looking into whether or not this is the right way to drum up sales for your business.
thoughtLEADERS, LLC
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Our reader poll today asks: How comfortable are you asking others for help when you’re struggling with work tasks? Very. I ask for help anytime I need it: 27% Mostly. I’ll ask for help when I’m really stuck: 41% Somewhat. I’ll only ask for help in tough situations: 19% Not very. I have a hard time asking for help: […]. This is only the beginning of the thought.
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
These days, offices come in all shapes and sizes. From virtual offices to hot-desking and leased floor space, it’s getting more difficult to be sure you’ve chosen the optimal solution for your needs, especially if your business is growing fast. If you feel a little intimidated by all that choice, these tips will help you work out what type of office space would suit your company best.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Do you or your team have way too much to do? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Amy Jen Su, an executive coach and author. They talk through what to do when you’re struggling to get things done at a new job, a coworker is stressed about their work, or you and your team disagree about whether they’re overworked.
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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.
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Power generation is one of the most important industries in the world. Our world needs power, and it is crucial for us to generate enough to power our homes and cities efficiently. There are many different types of power such as oil, gas, wind, solar, and nuclear; and all of these are generated in different ways and have their own purposes. Today we are going to explore the latest power generation technologies and share some interesting facts about power. 1.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 31, 2019
As your options increase, so do the likelihood that you’ll be swept away in them. Enter Quintessentially, whose worldwide team of agents, led by CEO Annastasia Seebohm, can curate the perfect experiences… for a price.
Strategy Driven
OCTOBER 31, 2019
If just being the smartest person in the room was enough, then no smart person would ever fail. But failure lurks around every corner for all of us. It’s hard to believe in our youth, but time reveals how little ‘d’ democratic failure can be. It stalks all of us sometimes, and it finds us often in life unless we figure out how to thrive and how to avoid the land mines.
Harvard Business Review
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Novant Health’s reading program has been a powerful tool for influencing company culture.
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