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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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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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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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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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The Memory Edge: Outlearn, Outperform, Outlast

Speaker: Chester Santos

Forgetfulness is costing you time, money, and a ton of missed opportunities. In the age of automation, it’s easy to underestimate the power of a well-trained human mind. But memory isn’t just a parlor trick, it's a strategic edge. Human memory is one of the most underrated business skills. Whether you’re managing people, leading sessions, or having high-stakes conversations, remembering names, details, and concepts can be transformative in building trust, absorbing knowledge, and driving perform

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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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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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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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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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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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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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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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How Leaders Still Fail the Racism Sexism Test

Modern Servant Leader

How Leaders Still Fail the Racism Sexism Test How Jann Wenner, The Hachette Book Group, and Little, Brown and Company Dropped the Ball on Diversity What Happened Jann S. Wenner, founder of Rolling Stone Magazine wrote a book of interviews from his 50 years leading the magazine. The book, entitled, “ The Masters ” exclusively focuses on white, male rockstars.

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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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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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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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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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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 Build An Extreme Team

Eric Jacobson

Extreme Teams is a fascinating book by Robert Bruce Shaw , where he takes you inside top companies and examines not just great teams (your more “conventional” teams), but extreme teams. According to Shaw, extreme teams : View work as a calling —even an obsession. Value members’ cultural fit and ability to collectively produce results. Pursue a limited set of vital priorities —less is more.

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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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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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How to Avoid Pitfalls In Automation: Keep Humans In the Loop

Speaker: Erroll Amacker

Automation is transforming finance but without strong financial oversight it can introduce more risk than reward. From missed discrepancies to strained vendor relationships, accounts payable automation needs a human touch to deliver lasting value. This session is your playbook to get automation right. We’ll explore how to balance speed with control, boost decision-making through human-machine collaboration, and unlock ROI with fewer errors, stronger fraud prevention, and smoother operations.

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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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AI Actually Leads to Increased Customer Experience Employment

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Shep Hyken That title is a bold statement in a world where AI, ChatGPT and other technologies are doing many tasks that employees have typically performed. Sometimes, the technologies perform even better.

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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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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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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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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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3 Ways to View Your Innovation Basket

Innovation Excellence

(including one that makes Radical Innovation easy) GUEST POST from Robyn Bolton You are a rolling stone, and that means you gather no moss!

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Building A Culture For Speed, Impact And Excellence

Eric Jacobson

“When it comes to culture, one of the most glaring issues is that far too many leaders do not recognize it as one of their greatest competitive advantages,” says Matt Mayberry , author of the book, Culture Is The Way. Mayberry, former linebacker for the Chicago Bears and now keynote speaker and global expert in leadership development, culture change, and organizational performance, took the lessons he learned on the field and in the locker room straight to the boardroom.

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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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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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Lowering Standards Is a Fool’s Errand

Frank Sonnenberg Online

If you want everyone to clear the bar, just lower it, right? Folks who embrace this fairy tale strategy won’t have a happy ending. They believe if you want to reduce complaints, don’t ask for feedback. If you want kids to have good self-esteem, offer praise — regardless of whether they do something right or wrong. And, if you want employees to feel good about their performance, don’t hold them accountable.

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Measuring Employee Engagement Accurately

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from David Burkus Employee engagement has been a hot topic for several decades. And for good reason. Business teams with highly engaged employees have a 59 percent lower turnover rate than those with less engaged staff. Highly engaged teams are 17 percent more productive. Engaged teams receive 10 percent higher customer reviews.

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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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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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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!