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Be a Better Coach: 5 Reasons Your Performance Coaching Is Being Ignored

Let's Grow Leaders

To be a better performance coach avoid these common mistakes. Have you ever had (what you thought was) a great performance coaching conversation—your employee commits to behavior change—but fifteen minutes later they’re back to their old habits? So you give them more performance coaching, this time “louder” literally or through progressive discipline.

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LeadershipNow 140: August 2024 Compilation

Leading Blog

Here is a selection of Posts from August 2024 that you will want to check out: Imagine Catastrophe by @jamesstrock As a nation, we are sleepwalking through a fraught moment Are You Leading With Curiosity Or Control? by @TerriKlass 5 mistakes – and 5 better strategies – for leading someone with burnout by @suzimcalpine "The beatings will continue until morale improves.

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Time Management: Become a Vampire Killer

Leadership Freak

Your time belongs to you. You might sell it, use it for yourself, or even squander it. Often, you give it to time vampires without realizing it. Time management is self-management. This post explains 7 simple ways to slay time vampires today. Read this post to get a grip on time.

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Ethical Leaders Adapt (Part 1)

Leading in Context

By Linda Fisher Thornton Ethical leadership requires growth, a willingness to acknowledge complexity and an understanding of the broader context in which we lead. None of those are easy. Today I'm sharing resources for understanding the importance of embracing complexity as the world changes.

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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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Fred Meyer Employees Strike Against Unfair Labor Practices

HR Digest

Thousands of Fred Meyer employees are on strike, protesting against unfair labor practices at the grocery chain. The union workers at Fred Meyer expect the strike to last through Labor Day until September 3, 2024. The strike began following FTC hearings in relation to a merger between Albertsons and Kroger , Fred Meyer’s parent company, but the issues between the union and the employer were ramping up even before the details of the merger planted disharmony between them.

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Leading Thoughts for August 29, 2024

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. Deborah Gruenfeld on power: “Success, impact, and life satisfaction are not the result of how much power you can accumulate, or even how powerful others think you are; they are the result of what you are able to do for others with the power you already have.

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The 6 Habits Of Mentally Strong Leaders That Will Help You Succeed In Uncertain Times

Tanveer Naseer

In the face of rising levels of workplace anxiety and burnout, there’s a natural tendency to consider building resilience as being the key to keeping such mental health issues at bay. But my guest for this episode of my “Leadership Biz Cafe” podcast argues that resilience is not enough and.

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Apple Announces Job Cuts in Its Digital Services Group

HR Digest

Apple has reportedly moved forward with job cuts of its own in 2024, and these cuts have been rumored to have affected around 100 workers. The Apple job reduction plans were brought to light by Bloomberg , but the company has not confirmed the validity of the story or the reasoning behind its decision to cut down on these particular teams. The layoffs have primarily affected the digital service groups, which refer to those in charge of Apple’s various proprietary platforms.

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Pattern Breakers

Leading Blog

M OST people think that breakthrough ideas come from a vision of the future that is better than what we see today. It is based on the idea that the future will be a new and improved continuation of today. The vision relies on past experiences and then finding patterns that are used to predict the future. However, successful breakthrough ideas require pattern-breaking—unconventional thinking.

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Discovering Soul in an Ego-Soaked World

Leadership Freak

Ego detox energizes soul. Choose vitality. Stop telling lies to protect status. Worry less about fairness. View conversations as collaborations, not competitions. Affirm others. Fix yourself. Don’t beat yourself down for responsible failure. We love leaders with soul. This post offers suggestions for leading with soul.

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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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The Change Challenge: Empowering Your Team for Success

Let's Grow Leaders

Episode 269: In this episode of The Leadership Without Losing Your Soul Podcast , hosted by David Dye, you’ll dive the into change challenge and the fascinating world of behavioral economics with guest Melina Palmer. Behavioral economics is all about understanding how people really make decisions—not always in the logical, rational ways you might expect.

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HR Leadership Insights—Is a Mass Exodus on the Horizon?

HR Digest

The latest HR leadership insights from Blu Ivy Group suggest that attrition rates among HR leaders could be extremely high in the coming months. A recent study by the group found that about 57% of CHROs and 75% of People leaders are at risk of leaving their organization in the next 8-12 months. With the Great Resignation coming to an end and the Big Stay trend taking its place, most employees appear to have settled into their jobs permanently with no immediate plans of leaving.

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SIX STEPS TO STOP MICROMANAGING YOUR TEAM AND BUILD A HAPPIER CULTURE

Great Results Team Building

Micromanaging is the fastest way to demoralize your team and stifle productivity. Effective leaders know that teamwork is the backbone of any successful organization. Teams that function cohesively and autonomously are more likely to innovate, solve problems efficiently, and maintain high levels of morale. However, one common obstacle severely undermines this synergy… Micromanagement kills team morale.

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People With Low Emotional Intelligence Use These 10 Phrases Often

Lead from Within

Emotional intelligence (EI) is crucial for building strong personal and professional relationships. It influences how effectively we navigate social complexities and make personal decisions that achieve positive results. However, not everyone possesses high emotional intelligence. As an executive leadership coach, my experience has been that people with low emotional intelligence often use certain phrases that reveal their lack of self-awareness and empathy.

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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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Why Teams Fail: And What to Do About It

Rich Gee Group

In one of my early leadership roles, I encountered a team that seemed destined for success. The members were highly skilled, the project had clear goals, and the resources were plentiful. Yet, despite all the advantages, the team fell short of its objectives, and the project ultimately failed. This experience left me questioning what went wrong. It wasn’t until years later, after facilitating a workshop, that the root causes became clear.

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Is Shorter Better? Exploring the Pros and Cons of a 4-Day Workweek

HR Digest

We’ve heard a lot of different arguments about the pros and cons of a 4-day workweek. A 5-day weekend is standard for many corporate workers and 6-day workweeks are not out of the ordinary either. From the perspective of the employee, as long as pay remains constant, the benefits of a shorter work week are innumerable. Most people appreciate having an additional day to relax and attend to their other responsibilities and hobbies.

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How Bold Leaders Forge Unstoppable Teams Through Strategic Teaming

Sales Wolf Blog

Teaming: The Non-Negotiable Imperative for Founders and Leaders “Not finance. Not strategy. Not technology. It is teamwork that remains the ultimate competitive advantage, both because it is so powerful and so rare.” – Patrick Lencioni. I am drawing the proverbial line in the sand. Teaming eats strategy and finance for lunch. In one fashion or another, every leader seemingly intends to be on their own respective journey - their own relentless pursuit of performance excellence.

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7 Signs That Quickly Identify Someone With Bad Leadership Skills

Lead from Within

Ineffective leadership can cripple an organization, stifling growth and breeding discontent among employees. Recognizing the traits of poor leadership is the first step in correcting course and fostering a healthier, more productive workplace. Here are seven signs that clearly identify someone with bad leadership skills: Poor Communication: Ineffective leaders often fail to clearly convey expectations, provide feedback, or maintain open lines of communication.

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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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You Are Probably Not Prepared to Innovate

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Greg Satell Becoming a successful executive is a fairly linear path. You start at the bottom and learn to solve basic problems in your field or industry.

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Sure Ways To Drive Engagement With Strategic Recognition

HR Digest

Imagine starting your workday with a surprise celebration from your team: a banner at your desk, cheerful congratulations, and heartfelt messages acknowledging your dedication and hard work. How would that affect your motivation and sense of belonging? This is the power of strategic recognition — a seemingly small gesture with profound impacts on morale and engagement.

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Cultivating Idea Meritocracy: Why Diversity Beats Validation

Sales Wolf Blog

Embrace diverse thought and idea meritocracy over validation and yes people to drive innovation, success, and avoid mediocrity.

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7 Powerful Things Confident People Always Say

Lead from Within

Confident people often share a common vocabulary that projects their self-assured nature and helps them navigate their professional and personal lives successfully. As an executive leadership coach with decades of experience guiding high-performers, I’ve noticed that confident individuals stand out not just for their actions but also for their words.

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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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SpaceX is a Masterclass in Innovation Simplification

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Pete Foley This capture from a recent SpaceX tweet is a stunning visual example of smart innovation and simplification.

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Some “Please Find Attached” Alternatives to Liven up Your Emails

HR Digest

Trying to liven up your emails with some alternatives to “please find attached?” Let’s experiment with some email attachment phrases that can make the task of sending and receiving emails more enjoyable for both you and the receiver. Sending emails is a core part of corporate life but the task can get extremely repetitive over time. There are only so many please and thank yous one can have in their system before exhausting their reserve of polite addendums.

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How Efficient eCommerce Prep Can Propel Your Business to New Heights

Strategy Driven

Every eCommerce business owner knows that selling online involves more than just listing products and waiting for orders to roll in. What happens before the sale and how you prepare and package your products can have a huge impact on your business’s success. It’s easy to overlook the importance of this step, but the truth is proper preparation can save you from costly mistakes like returns and negative reviews.

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10 Work Habits That Separate Winning Leaders From Wannabe Leaders

Lead from Within

The gap between winning leaders and wannabe leadership is not always obvious on the surface. As an executive leadership coach with extensive experience, I’ve identified clear behaviors that distinguish true leaders from mere aspirants. Effective leadership hinges on consistent, intentional actions. These actions separate high achievers from those who just hold a title.

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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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Racing Towards Electrical Vehicle Innovation

Innovation Excellence

GUEST POST from Art Inteligencia Since the inception of automotive racing over a century ago, the roar of engines and the telltale scent of burning rubber have been synonymous with the thrill and excitement of motorsport.

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What Does It Take to Make Remote-First Work?

CEO Insider

The pandemic catalyzed a seismic shift in how companies operate regarding flexibility in the location of their workers. For some, this flexibility proved a temporary measure; for others, it became a permanent feature. Crunchbase, an AI-powered platform for discovering and connecting with innovative companies, is one of the latter. Kelly Mendez-Scheib, Chief People Officer at […] The post What Does It Take to Make Remote-First Work?

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Do You Have the Discipline to Do What’s Right?

Frank Sonnenberg Online

[pinit count=”horizontal”] Do You Have the Discipline to Do What’s Right? Most people view discipline as the ability to test their limits or the willpower to deny themselves. Do you view discipline as a punishment rather than as something positive? Unfortunately, that mindset is a losing strategy. Much as with a crash diet, if you find yourself exercising discipline but inwardly thinking, “I can’t wait till this is over,” you’re heading down the wrong path.

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Identify Toxic Bosses Quickly: 5 Warning Signs to Watch For

Lead from Within

Toxic bosses can create a hostile work environment that stifles growth, creativity, and employee well-being. They can damage an organization’s culture and hinder its success. In my experience as an executive leadership coach, toxic bosses are often characterized by their narcissistic tendencies, lack of empathy, and manipulative behavior. They prioritize their own interests over the well-being of their employees and the organization as a whole.

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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!