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Are You Stressed At Work?

Rich Gee Group

No time to read? Listen here: “I’m so stressed!” We hear this a lot today - faster deadlines, impatient customers, and bosses who are never satisfied. But are we stressed? Wikipedia describes occupational stress as a “chronic condition related to one's job. It can be managed by understanding the stressful conditions at work and taking steps to remediate those conditions.

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Gratitude as a Team Sport

Kevin Eikenberry

You know that when we are grateful, we feel better and have a better attitude and outlook. Because of that, we know that gratitude is good. But those experiences also leave us thinking about gratitude as a personal thing. While gratitude is a personal experience, we can share it with others. And when we do, […]. The post Gratitude as a Team Sport appeared first on Kevin Eikenberry on Leadership & Learning.

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The Best Leaders Ask Questions That Work

Leadership Freak

A question asked at the wrong time is a dumb question. Questions that work fit the situation. Questions have direction. Questions that work have the right destination.

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The Changing Nature Of Migration

The Horizons Tracker

While migration numbers typically fell during the Covid pandemic, the numbers have remained considerable globally. This has provided a continued target for populist politicians and commentators, who regularly complain that numbers are too high, yet migrants have consistently represented around 3% of the global population. Research from the Vienna University of Economics and Business shows that while migration numbers aren’t changing, the nature of migration is.

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Recruit and Retain New Blue-Collar Talent

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.

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Why Post-Pandemic Organizational Change Requires Guidance

CO2

As people grow used to a volatile and fast-paced world, executives’ concerns surrounding organizational change management have shifted. Old worries about resistance and intractability have been replaced by the imperative to lead through near-perpetual transformation. “Nobody resists change anymore because we’re always changing,” explains Carmen Liefeld, Leadership Coach at CO2 Partners.

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The Complexities Of Lockdown Loneliness

The Horizons Tracker

That the various lockdowns introduced to curb the spread of Covid-19 played a role in loneliness during the pandemic seems beyond doubt. Nonetheless, research from the University of York reveals that the picture is not quite as straightforward as we might think. Indeed, while the loneliness of lockdown was undoubtedly something that was problematic for many, it was also something that some people quite enjoyed.

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The Rise In “Microwork” During Covid

The Horizons Tracker

The rise of digital platforms that allow people to do smaller tasks and projects for a range of clients has been well documented in recent years. A recent study from the University of Exeter highlights how the Covid pandemic has accelerated this “microwork” trend. The study reveals that 36% of those surveyed said that they had started microworking during the pandemic, with many citing the pandemic as a major reason for this shift.

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Investing in Sustainability – Violations of the Sole Interest Rule or Good Business?

CEO Insider

“The property of being environmentally sustainable; the degree to which a process or enterprise is able to be maintained or continued while avoiding the long-term depletion of natural resources.” … Definition of Sustainability in the Oxford English Dictionary One of the hottest topics in business over the past few years has been that of “Sustainability,” […].

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Should HR Be Involved in Pip?

HR Digest

A performance improvement plan is more likely viewed as a “firing” scheme. But on the contrary, it is nothing of the sort. While most companies have used it in the past as an opportunity to hint at employee termination, recent observations indicate a U-turn. Until recently, a performance improvement PIP plan was considered a means to help employees improve in their various jobs.

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The Secret Key to Maximizing Your Productivity

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

A great executive assistant is only half the equation. Learning how to work with him or her effectively is the real key to maximizing your productivity. Today’s post is by Jan Jones, author of The CEO’s Secret Weapon ( CLICK HERE to get your copy). For my new book, The CEO’s Secret Weapon: How Great Leaders and Their Assistants Maximize Productivity and Effectiveness, I interviewed the world’s #1 leadership thinker, Marshall Goldsmith and management guru Ken Blanchard, who expressed a deep

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

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

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4 Signs Your Employees Are Lacking Conceptual Skills

Niagara Institute

The ability to see the big picture, think strategically, and develop creative solutions is highly sought after in today’s complex business environment. Unfortunately, not everyone has these conceptual skills. While this can be frustrating for you as their leader at the moment, however, once you know an employee lacks conceptual skills, you can then begin to make an intentional effort to support their development in this area.

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An Important Leadership Development Principle

Ron Edmondson

There is an important leadership development principle I try to help teams I lead understand. It can be a hard lesson, but it is critical for continual growth as a person. Part of my job as a leader is helping people I lead get better at what they do. That can only happen if I’m continually improving myself. Continual improvement, though, often involves letting others know about areas I see where they can improve.

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Job Rejection Doesn’t Have to Sting

Harvard Business Review

It’s natural to feel disappointed. Here’s how to move forward and position yourself for success.

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Is Your DEI Progress Undermined by Attention Inequality?

Harvard Business Review

Bias affects whose ideas are heard — and whose are given short shrift.

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10 HR Metrics to Track in 2024

Discover the power of HR metrics. Master recruiting, control skyrocketing labor costs, and reduce turnover rates. Get insights into key metrics like Time-to-Fill, Cost-per-Hire, and Turnover Rate. Equip your business for success in 2024.

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Research: Does Cannabis Really Make You More Creative?

Harvard Business Review

From Steve Jobs to Lady Gaga, the idea that weed boosts creativity has permeated pop culture.

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Have You Started Thinking About Retirement?

Harvard Business Review

You’ll need purpose, not just money, to have a fulfilling post-work life.

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Today’s Supply-Chain Fluctuations Require Systemic Solutions

Harvard Business Review

These four strategies can give you a competitive edge.