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Leading Thoughts for September 21, 2023

Leading Blog

I DEAS shared have the power to expand perspectives, change thinking, and move lives. Here are two ideas for the curious mind to engage with: I. John Tierney and Roy Baumeister on it’s what you don’t do: “Being able to hold your tongue rather than say something nasty or spiteful will do much more for your relationship than a good word or deed. “Remember the Negative Golden Rule—it’s what you don’t do unto others that matters most—you can avoid grief and save energy.

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How to Lead Through Chaos without Burning Out You or Your Team

Let's Grow Leaders

To lead through chaos, clarify what matters most and define reality for yourself, your team, and your manager. When you feel completely out of control, tossed back and forth on an ocean of rapidly changing priorities, reactive pronouncements from senior leaders, and an insurmountable list of priorities, it’s natural to expect your manager to solve the problem.

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Hallmarks of Ethical Leadership (Part 1)

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton How do you recognize an Ethical Leader? Today I’ll share 3 special approaches to the leadership role that are central to ethical leadership. These are ways that ethical leaders understand their roles and responsibilities in relation to others and world.

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Choose Humble Strength Over Arrogant Weakness

Leadership Freak

Every leadership skill is made beautiful by humility. We're giving away 5 copies of our new book, "The Vagrant," on today's post.

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2024 Payroll Calendar Templates

These calendars provide pay period dates and paydays for biweekly, semi-monthly, and monthly payroll in 2024. Use them as a reminder or share with employees so they can celebrate payday.

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10 Books to Get You Back to Work – Fall 2023

Leading Blog

T HE FALL EQUINOX arrives on September 23. Time to turn the page. Temperatures begin to drop. The days get shorter. And as plant life slows down and the leaves change color, we should make the time to reflect and take stock of where we are and where we need to go. A good book helps us to do just that. Here are ten books to help you get back into the world of work and make plans for an improved future: How Trust Works : The Science of How Relationships Are Built, Broken, and Repaired by Peter H.

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Free Your Voice with Hortense le Gentil

Let's Grow Leaders

How do you free your voice to lead effectively as a human leader leading with empathy, vulnerability, and authenticity, and break away from the outdated myth that leaders must be superhero leaders: infallible, unflappable, and fearless? The journey from superhero leader to human leader not only transforms the lives of leaders themselves – both at work and beyond.

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The Surprising Source of Unintended Toxicity

Leadership Freak

Good intentions don't guarantee positive results. Toxicity is almost always unintended. Leave a comment on this post for a chance to win our new book, The Vagrant!

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Approaching Leadership Excellence Through New Angles

Leading Blog

A BOUT 400 years ago, Isaac Newton probably experienced an epiphany when he figured out how prisms work. His experiments showed that when light hits glass at an angle, it not only slows down but also bends as it enters the glass and bends again when it exits, thus leaving the glass at a new angle. The physics of a prism can also be applied to leadership: In an agile work environment, it is valuable to slow down and reconsider which leadership angle to take in particular situations.

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10 Ways to Stay Calm In Difficult Leadership Conversations

Lead from Within

It’s inevitable that every leader will encounter difficult conversations that will test their leadership. However, it’s important to remain calm in these situations in order to think clearly and respond responsibly. Here are ten ways to stay calm in difficult leadership conversations, so that you can handle any difficult situation with poise and professionalism: Take a deep breath: The power of deep breathing can’t be understated.

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Enhancing Leadership Through Secure Access Service Edge (SASE)

Tanveer Naseer

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, organizations face the challenge of providing secure and efficient access to resources for their employees while also maintaining strong leadership. Secure access service edge (SASE) has emerged as a transformative solution that not only enhances cybersecurity but also significantly contributes to effective leadership strategies.

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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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How to Find Happiness in Leadership

Leadership Freak

Happiness is a primary concern but a secondary pursuit. Today is the last day of our 5-book giveaways.

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How to Communicate a Merger or Acquisition in 9 Steps

leaderCommunicator

Mergers and acquisitions, or M&A as the process is more commonly known in the business world, reached an all-time high in 2021 as companies struggled to find their footing following shutdowns and a “new normal” brought about by the pandemic. While M&As made headlines at that time with mega-deals in the $20- to $30-billion range, in 2023, M&A is taking a new form – but no less impactful for companies and their employees.

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5 Things Empathetic Leaders Never Do

Lead from Within

Empathy is a crucial trait for any leader, especially those who want to succeed. Leaders who understand the perspectives and emotions of others and make decisions accordingly are more effective. They foster a positive and inclusive culture, build strong relationships with their team members, and are more likely to make better decisions. But there are certain things that empathetic leaders never do.

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How Principles Of Innovation Can Help Leaders Build A Sustainable Diverse Workforce

Tanveer Naseer

We’ve all seen the studies that have shown how a diverse workforce leads to better productivity, increased profits and market share, and greater creativity and innovation. But with so many positive outcomes related to diverse workforces, why are so many organizations failing to attract and retain a diversified workforce –.

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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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The Birth of The Vagrant

Leadership Freak

Today - 9/19/23 - is launch day for The Vagrant. Leave a comment on today's post to be eligible to win a complimentary copy.

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Three Benefits of Removing Toxic Leaders

Next Level Blog

There was a period in my blogging career when I created a side gig as a vocal critic of former Washington NFL football team owner, Dan Snyder. It started in 2009 with a post I wrote about how leaders could succeed just by not doing what he did. That one led to an appearance on the local TV news in D.C. I wrote three more posts about Snyder ending with one in 2014 about how when you find yourself in a hole you should stop digging.

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How The Best Organizations Develop Great Leaders

Lead from Within

Great leaders are essential for the success of any organization. They provide direction, set the tone, and inspire others to achieve their best. But how do the best organizations develop great leaders? Through the following strategies: Identifying and promoting potential leaders: The best organizations have a system in place for identifying and promoting potential leaders.

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Are SEO Services Worth the Investment?

Strategy Driven

SEO is an effective way to increase website traffic and sales revenue. However, finding a trusted agency and understanding the process and timeline is important before deciding. It’s essential to compare the cost of an agency’s services with the potential return on investment. This will include metrics such as organic traffic growth, conversions, and improved search engine rankings.

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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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How to Define Deadweight

Leadership Freak

Teams rise when you ditch deadweight. One bad apple lowers performance by 30 to 40 percent. How to define deadweight.

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Are You Addicted to the Busy-ness of Your Business?

Women on Business

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Manager Vs Leader: Which One Are You?

Lead from Within

When it comes to leadership, the terms manager and leader are often used interchangeably, but they are not the same thing. A manager is responsible for maintaining the status quo and ensuring that tasks are completed on time and within budget. A leader, on the other hand, is focused on creating a vision and inspiring others to work towards a common goal.

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How to Choose the Perfect Custom Metal Keyrings for Your Business: A Step-by-Step Guide

Strategy Driven

Custom metal keyrings are adaptable marketing tools that can help businesses gain more exposure, interact with their target market, and leave a lasting impression. Beyond these benefits, companies use them for employee recognition, branding, thoughtful corporate presents, customer loyalty programmes, event souvenirs, awareness campaigns, product packaging, and more.

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DOL Final Overtime Rules: Quickstart Guide for Employers

On August 30, 2023, the DOL unveiled a proposed overtime rule that would raise the weekly salary threshold under the Federal Labor Standards Act. Paycor is closely monitoring the proposal and will provide updates as new information becomes available.

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Leader's Playbook For Perpetual Innovation

Eric Jacobson

For over twenty years, Dr. Behnam Tabrizi has taught organizational transformation at Stanford University in its Executive Program, which he also directs. And now he’s written, Going on the Offense: A Leader’s Playbook for Perpetual Innovation. In a seven-year study, Tabrizi found that companies that focus their energy on building a supportive, purpose-driven culture that keeps people on edge, and boldly adapts to new environments are the companies that truly excel.

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PSLF Updates and Policy Changes: What Borrowers Need to Know

Women on Business

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3 Ways to Handle Difficult Relationships with Confidence

Lead from Within

Difficult relationships can be a source of stress and anxiety for many people. Whether it’s a challenging colleague, a difficult client, or even a family member, managing these relationships requires a certain level of emotional intelligence and skill. Here are three ways to handle difficult relationships with confidence: Communicate assertively: Assertive communication is a key skill for handling difficult relationships.

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We Need Caution When Predicting The Future Of Work

The Horizons Tracker

As highlighted in a recent article , the release of ChatGPT in its various guises, along with numerous other generative AI-based technologies, has heralded a flurry of articles, studies, and headlines lauding the often catastrophic impact such technologies will have on jobs and society more broadly. It’s the kind of simplistic and often doom-laden narrative that so often thrives on social media.

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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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How To Be Indispensable At Work

Eric Jacobson

Bruce Tulgan ’s book, The Art of Being Indispensable at Work is all about how to win influence, beat overcommitment, and get the right things done in your workplace. Tulgan says that what truly sets “go-to people” apart is how they think and what they do, including: They understand the peculiar mathematics of real influence – doing the right thing for the long term.

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Why Conflict Resolution Skills Are Essential for Businesswomen

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How to Lead in an AI-Driven World Successfully

Lead from Within

As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes the global business landscape, it brings along not only revolutionary changes but also a new set of challenges and opportunities for leaders. To thrive in this AI-driven world, today’s leaders must become fluent in both the language of humans and the language of machines. Here are the key competencies and approaches that can equip all leaders to navigate the intricacies of this new direction successfully.

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Research Highlights The Impact Childbirth Has On Women’s Earnings

The Horizons Tracker

The adverse impact of childbirth on a mother’s employment earnings for a decade has been substantiated by a recent study conducted by the University of Queensland. Scholars associated with the university’s Life Course Center leveraged data gleaned from the Household Income and Labor Dynamics in Australia (HILDA) survey to probe the impact of parenthood on earnings over a timeline that encompassed a 10-year period both pre and post-birth of a child.

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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.