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Leading Rookie Talent: The Tight Rope and the Safety Net

Leading Blog

BTS, a global consulting firm, developed a highly effective system for launching and securing rookie talent on high-stakes projects. On every project, one person, such as the account manager, is the designated safety net. On every project, one person, such as the account manager, is the designated safety net.

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Tips for Navigating Through a Job Transition

Lead Change Blog

While my coachees were experienced individuals and had a good amount of experience managing teams, they were nervous since they now had larger global teams. Offer your knowledge and experience to add value by assisting people on their projects wherever possible. Valley of Despair. Stay away from office politics and gossip.

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Seven Strategies for Simplifying Your Organization

Harvard Business Review

Over time however, it''s important to do all seven so that simplicity becomes a core capability of your organization and not just a one-time project. In today''s global, increasingly digital organizations, complexity is a growing drag on productivity and workplace satisfaction. Clear the underbrush. Don''t let the weeds grow back.