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How to Lead Through a No-Win Scenario

Let's Grow Leaders

There will be times when you face outcomes you intensely dislike. A seeming no-win scenario is also a chance to distinguish yourself, earn people’s trust, and innovate. Here are seven ways to lead through these tough circumstances, build your credibility, and sleep well at night: Reframe. Own the UGLY. Collaborate. Win with Values. Choose a Different Time Frame.

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How Leaders Create Engaged And Connected Remote Teams | Kevin Eikenberry

Tanveer Naseer

One of the biggest challenges facing leaders and their organizations today is how to adapt the way they work to a growing demand for more flexible work arrangements by employees. But how do leaders make this shift from leading a team of individuals working under one roof, to working either full time or part of the time remotely? That’s the challenge I’ll be discussing with my guest, Kevin Eikenberry, in this episode of my “Leadership Biz Cafe” podcast.

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How to Create a Compelling Narrative That Connects with Senior Execs

Next Level Blog

One of the leadership communications distinctions I’ve been thinking about a lot this year is the difference between communications that are episodic and those that are longitudinal. Back in January, I wrote a post about how leaders need to pull the thread through so their teams can see how their work fits into the longer arc of the work. Lately, I’ve been advising a lot of clients on how to frame their communications for C-Suite executives who, because of the nature of their jobs, are bombarded

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Stop Training Your Employees To Not Try

Joseph Lalonde

When employees step out of their comfort zone and try something new, magical things happen. Google allows its employees to spend 20% of their time working on pet projects. These pet projects are things the employee sees that could benefit Google. Most organizations are not like Google. They are unwilling to give their employees time to try new things, even when the organization would benefit.

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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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Tomorrow Together with David Dye

Let's Grow Leaders

The 21st century hasn’t started the way that many of us expected it would. We’re looking at a potent mix of a global pandemic, global warming, the resurgence of authoritarianism, white nationalism, and war that again threatens to consume the planet. It can feel frustrating and hopeless. And those are just a few of the issues that are pervasive and in people’s consciousness regularly.

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Going the Distance – 7 Secrets for Success in Love (and Leadership)

RapidStart Leadership

When it comes to love or leadership, going the distance means forming relationships that run deep; while my son and his bride backpack to the northern shores of Iceland, I thought I’d share seven ways to help make sure they, and we, stay headed in the right direction. The post Going the Distance – 7 Secrets for Success in Love (and Leadership) appeared first on RapidStart Leadership.

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Your Attitude Is Important

Joseph Lalonde

Have you ever been around a Debbie Downer? You know the type… They’re always in a funk. Their day never goes right. Someone is always trying to bring them down. It’s a vicious cycle. It’s a cycle that pushes people away. Most people don’t want to be near a Debbie Downer. Their negative attitude is […].

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3 Ways to Choose Happiness

Leadership Freak

Bobby McFerrin sang, “Don’t Worry, Be Happy.” You’re a better leader when you choose happiness and break the glum-leader syndrome. Should you pursue happiness? No.

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What is an Ethical “Win?”

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton What it means to "win responsibly" in business has changed. .

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Why Do You Need a Business Broker?

Women on Business

Brought to you by Lloyds Corporate Brokers: When you’re ready to sell your business, it’s important to have the right team in place to help you get the best price possible. That’s where Adelaide business brokers come in. They can help you navigate the complex process of selling a business and ensure that you receive […].

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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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Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Thor: Love And Thunder

Joseph Lalonde

A Reel Leadership Article. Moviegoers were treated to a new movie about the god of thunder. Thor (Chris Hemsworth) returned to the cinema to rock audiences. Thor: Love And Thunder had a similar feel to his last featured movie, Thor: Ragnarok, yet Love And Thunder felt somewhat flat. The jokes didn’t land. The action was nice but nothing special. […].

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What if You Smelled Like Your Attitude

Leadership Freak

When someone has a bad attitude, we say their attitude stinks. What if you literally smelled like a skunk when you had a bad attitude? Ellysan, one of our granddaughters, couldn’t pronounce skunk.

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7 Ways To Gain Influence In Your Company Without Having A Title

Lead from Within

Workplaces are changing, with many organizations shifting from a structured top-down hierarchy to a more collaborative team-centered dynamic. One result of that shift is a growing demand for leaders at all levels. In a complex and evolving workplace culture, you have the ability to lead, whatever your role. Here are seven sure-fire ways to gain influence up, down and across your organization without having a title: Embrace who you are: Your thoughts influence not only your feelings but also your

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5 Super Effective Ways to Promote Your New Clothing Brand in 2022

Women on Business

Brought to you by Classic Exhibits: If you’re new to the clothing business, you know just how difficult it can be to get your brand noticed. After all, there are so many competing brands out there that it can feel like an uphill battle. Yet, getting your clothes into the hands of potential customers is […].

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5 Ways to Improve DE&I in the Workplace

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are critical for an organization’s success. And companies that take bold action to help ensure an inclusive workplace will win every time. Discover how your company can create a culture that celebrates DE&I while achieving higher revenue and growth.

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5 Tips to Become an Expert in Your Field

Joseph Lalonde

This is a contributed post to JMLalonde.com. For more information on contributing a post, please see our contributing policies. Pexels – CCO Licence. If you want to be a respected leader, it helps if you are regarded as an expert in your field; someone who really knows what they are doing. When you are an expert, you gain respect, and when you are respected it is much easier to get people to follow you.

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3 Times Employee Communication Is Essential

leaderCommunicator

Communication is more than a “feel good” part of any organization. The business world, the real world, employees’ worlds—all are continuing to change at an accelerated pace, leaving communicators and leaders with the daunting challenge of keeping employees focused, committed and engaged. Knowing When to Communicate. Establishing a strong system of communication with employees is crucial on several levels, ranging from major company shifts to day-to-day interaction.

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5 Ways to Find Power to Transition with Grace and Confidence

Leadership Freak

Life is like a circus and leaders are trapeze artists waiting for the right moment to release the bar. You spend your days creating momentum and letting go again and again.

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How to Establish a Business Website

Women on Business

Brought to you by Movavi: Over 39% of your website visitors are likely to leave if it takes too long to for your site to load. Starting a business is also a long process. It includes developing a business plan, applying for licenses, and having a website that works. However, establishing a business website is […].

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No Ego: How Leaders Can Cut the Cost of Drama, End Entitlement and Drive Big Results

Speaker: Cy Wakeman, M.S., CSP, President, Reality-Based Leadership

Most HR leadership philosophies are grounded in two completely faulty assumptions — “change is hard” and “engagement drives results.” Those beliefs have inspired expensive attempts to keep change from being disruptive to employees. What these engagement programs actually do is create and reinforce feelings of victim-hood and leave employees unprepared to adapt to real changes that are necessary for the health and profitability of their enterprises.

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Are You Making These Mistakes as a Leader?

Kevin Eikenberry

As humans, we make mistakes. Which means that as leaders, we make mistakes too. First, we are human. But leading is a complex and difficult task, meaning that the odds of a mistake are pretty high. Ultimately, it isn’t a mistake that defines us as much as our response to it. And if the response […]. The post Are You Making These Mistakes as a Leader?

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Leaders & Teams: Empathy Starts w/ Questions Not Statements | #Leadership

Kate Nasser

Leaders & teams: Empathy starts w/ questions not statements. Insights fr Kate Nasser, The People Skills Coach™, Author, Leading Morale. The post Leaders & Teams: Empathy Starts w/ Questions Not Statements | #Leadership appeared first on KateNasser.com.

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5 Steps to Making Habits that Create Your Future

Leadership Freak

Making habits is easier than breaking habits. “You are what you repeatedly do.”* The things you repeatedly do create your future.

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7 High-Paying Jobs You Can Land with a Business Degree

Women on Business

Brought to you by Marymount University: Is your high school graduation around the corner? It’s the time when most students get bombarded with career-related questions. From relatives and friends to siblings, everyone keeps asking what’s next? While most students know where they want to go for college, they aren’t sure if they ‘ve opted for […].

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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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8 Steps for Dealing with An Underperforming Employee

Leading with Trust

Talking with team members about their performance challenges typically falls in the category of “least favorite” managerial tasks, along with things such as budgeting, attending all-day meetings, and completing performance reviews. It’s usually not something most leaders enjoy, but it’s a necessary and critical part of helping your team perform its best.

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The One, Unique Attribute That Will Attract Clients to Your Consulting Firm

David A Fields

More and more competition for your consulting firm is flooding the field every day. Your prospective clients can choose from an ever-increasing range of solo consultants, independent boutiques, freelancers on platforms like Catalant, plus the big-name firms. How does your consulting firm stand out? What makes you unique? Here’s a better question: should your consulting … Continued.

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The 3 Forms Of Hybrid Work People Want Post-Covid

The Horizons Tracker

It’s still not entirely clear just what shape (office) working life will take post-Covid, but researchers from Swinburne University of Technology believe a recent survey provides a glimpse into that future. Their survey of nearly 1,500 knowledge workers reveals that under a quarter want to return to the office five days per week, with a similar percentage hoping to work remotely full-time.

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How to Establish a Business Website

Women on Business

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ABM Evolution: How Top Marketers Are Using Account-Based Strategies

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.

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Building a Thriving Work Culture: Eloiza Domingo

HR Digest

In these challenging times, Eloiza Domingo, VP and Chief Inclusive Diversity & Equity Officer at Allstate, is making a herculean effort to build on the advantages of a values-driven corporate culture. In a conversation with The HR Digest , she explains why DE&I is a new frontier and plays a dominant role in motivating employees at the largest insurer in America.

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Easy Steps Toward Becoming a Magnetic Leader

thoughtLEADERS, LLC

Magnetic leaders have a line of people waiting to work for them. What sets these leaders apart? Authenticity, vision, and resilience are three good first steps. Today’s post is by Roberta Matuson, author of The Magnetic Leader ( CLICK HERE to get your copy). Lots of people believe it takes years for someone to become a magnetic leader. Read the rest of this post at thoughtLEADERS, LLC: Leadership Training for the Real World.

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Shutting Schools Can Accelerate The Gentrification Of Black Neighborhoods

The Horizons Tracker

Universities can often be the hub of local business ecosystems. Recent research from Stanford explains how lower down the food chain, schools can play a similar role in local communities, so the closure of a school can have a dramatic impact. The authors explain that school closures are often framed in terms of their impact on the education of students, who are forced to travel to other schools and often suffer from larger class sizes.

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7 High-Paying Jobs You Can Land with a Business Degree

Women on Business

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How to Write OKRs: 45 Effective Examples

Discover how to align everyday employee priorities with company goals. Many companies are embracing objectives and key results (OKRs) as the best practice for committing to goals and following through. Objectives are outcomes that reflect current company priorities. Each employee should write OKRs that roll up to larger company goals. Show employees how they contribute to the larger mission.