Leader's Handbook
Eric Jacobson
NOVEMBER 10, 2021
New to your leadership position? Read the Harvard Business Review Leader's Handbook. It's also a good refresher read for any leader wanting to hone their leadership skills.
Harvard Business Review Leader's Handbook
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 10, 2021
New to your leadership position? Read the new, Harvard Business Review Leader's Handbook. It's also a good refresher read for any leader wanting to hone their leadership skills.
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Family Business Handbook
Eric Jacobson
FEBRUARY 21, 2021
January brought the new Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook , a comprehensive guide for how to build and sustain a successful enduring enterprise. If you are in a family business, serve as a silent partner or board member, or are contemplating becoming part of a family business, this handbook is essential reading.
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Six Essential Practices to Grow Your Leadership
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 12, 2018
T HE Harvard Business Review has enlisted the expertise of Ron Ashkenas and Brook Manville to create the Leader’s Handbook. The context of leadership has changed, but the fundamentals of leadership have not. The Harvard Business Review Leader’s Handbook is designed to help you grow your leadership.
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New Book: Harvard Business Review Project Management Handbook
Eric Jacobson
NOVEMBER 25, 2021
I am a big fan of the series of Harvard Business Review (HBR)’s Handbooks , including the one for leaders and the one for family businesses. Newest in the series is the HBR Project Management Handbook. You will learn how to ensure that projects have a strong foundation and the importance of your role as a project sponsor.
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Grace Under Pressure
Leading Blog
APRIL 17, 2023
Grace is critical to creating a connection with others that leads to positive forward movement. At the end of the book, Baldoni summarizes his thoughts in a handbook and challenges us with a Grace Under Pressure Self-Assessment. And three, they prepare for the future. What pulls them all together is grace. Denigration with respect.
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Create The Future And The Innovation Handbook
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 5, 2020
Flip the book over, and you have Gutsche’s updated and expanded, bestselling, Exploiting Chaos , book now called, The Innovation Handbook , featuring memorable real-world case studies and plenty of thought-provoking questions to inspire next steps for innovation. It's the ideal guide to turn your big idea into a reality.
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The Team Member Handbook For Teamwork
Eric Jacobson
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Check out Price Pritchett's book called, The Team Member Handbook For Teamwork. In fact, you can even learn a lot just from reading the handbook's Table Of Contents. It provides you good, practical, useful information. You'll learn as a manager how to build a strong team. You'll learn as a team member how to be effective on a team.
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Managing Company Culture Anthropologically
Leading Blog
DECEMBER 22, 2023
Large firms spend around $2,200 per employee per year on culture, yet only 30 percent of those efforts have a positive ROI. Who : Leadership trust - Does leadership trust its employees to take risks without fear of being punished? Seventy percent of corporate “change programs” fail to achieve their stated goals.
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Evolve or Dissolve: Shaping Your Corporate Culture for a Remote Reality
Leading Blog
FEBRUARY 9, 2024
Adapting and reinforcing values could involve a collaborative approach to updating company handbooks, creating interactive learning modules, or holding workshops. Celebrating those who contribute positively to the culture reinforces its importance and encourages others to follow suit. Salesforce is known for its Ohana culture.
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Leadership Mindset
Coaching Tip
JUNE 12, 2014
Some of the lessons are positive: we try to copy effective behavior. Leadership reference guides give you a framework for observing and learning from the experiences you go through. These handbooks are to be used to create your own leadership DNA. The handbooks only succeed if you use them as an active tool.
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July 2019 Leadership Development Carnival
Lead Change Blog
JULY 9, 2019
Welcome to the July Leadership Development Carnival. We’re excited to share posts from leadership experts from around the globe on the topics of communication, development, engagement, team building, and more. Ronni Hendel of Insight Out Leadership shared The Doing and Being of Difficult Conversations. Communication.
How To Navigate The Ever-Changing Public Relations Landscape
Eric Jacobson
FEBRUARY 14, 2022
The Public Relations Handbook is the book – the fifth edition of the version that premiered in 1967. These experts provided me with countless valuable recommendations, and their insights were particularly important in making this handbook reflective of the global nature of modern public relations.
Rebels at Work: What Makes a Good Rebel?
QAspire
MARCH 23, 2021
Yet, we badly need rebels to drive positive change. Rebellion has negative connotation attached to it, however when married with a mission towards greater good, rebellion turns into a positive force. Updated: Visual Leadership Pack of 55+ HD Sketchnotes. This is true for organizations and true for the society at large.
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My New Book is Out - The Management Development Handbook
Management Craft
MAY 21, 2012
It is called, The Management Development Handbook, from ASTD Press. One chapter is a set of screen shots from the best employee handbook I have ever seen. Words like “cry,” “love,” and “irreverence,” are shared in this handbook about management. The Management Development Handbook. Yes, I got all my hair cut off.
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What Is a Strong Company Culture? One That Is Built on Trust and Respect
HR Digest
NOVEMBER 21, 2023
Strong organizational cultures are well-defined, well-supported company cultures that prioritize the company vision and strive to create a positive work environment for the entire workforce. Understanding what a strong company culture is and creating a positive work environment is necessary for any company’s long-term success.
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98 Addressing Burnout and Self-Care from the Inside-Out and the Outside-In
Anese Cavanaugh
AUGUST 27, 2019
With the World Health Organization (WHO) making it an official medical diagnosis and putting it in their handbook ( International Classification of Diseases and Related Health Problems) , the conversation around burnout is shifting… it’s “real.”.
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Do you have Moxie?
Leading Blog
NOVEMBER 17, 2014
John Baldoni, author of MOXIE , says that “Leadership post-crash is not really any different from leadership pre-crash, except for one thing: resilience.” They have a passion for what they do and have a need to make a positive difference in the lives of others. She is motivated by a desire to make a positive difference.”
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Preview Thursday: Conversations Worth Having
Lead Change Blog
OCTOBER 25, 2018
AI initiates positive emotions and opens the doorway to unimagined possibilities for those who experience this way of being in and making sense of the world. 1 Starting appreciative and inquiry-based conversations is basically a matter of learning two simple practices: applying positive framing and using generative questions.
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222 The Titleless Leader
Leading Blog
JULY 27, 2012
We can continue the de-motivating spiral of self0indulgent, unaligned leaders, or we can decide to create tomorrow’s workplaces through a new kind of leadership. It’s not determined by rank, responsibilities, or position. For Russell, titleless leadership is based on four cornerstones: Self-Alignment : Behavioral integrity.
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284 10 Things Leaders Hate To Do (But Really Should Do Them Anyway)
Terry Starbucker
APRIL 23, 2017
And so it goes when it comes to leadership. There is a lot of “broccoli” out there that we have to just eat, because if we don’t, our leadership will suffer. But at least we were doing something “good for us”, right? Indeed we were. Mom knew we needed those nutrients.
Liz Ryan Reflects: A Decade Shaped by Human-Centric Revolution
HR Digest
JANUARY 10, 2024
When I started writing, and speaking about making work human, I was passionate about the topic because I had seen human-centric practices fueled by trust have an incredible, positive impact on the companies I worked for. ’ Can you share examples of how this approach has positively impacted job seekers and employers alike?
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5 Tips To Successfully Transition From Rookie To Leader
Tanveer Naseer
APRIL 25, 2017
Even in organizations that invest in leadership development struggle with helping new leaders fully comprehend what it means to lead. What most leadership programs neglect to cover, but that new leaders quickly discover, is that leadership is massively freakin’ hard. Leadership can be a lonely endeavor.
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When Leaders Should Coach And When To Counsel
Eric Jacobson
MARCH 18, 2023
So, the difference between coach and counselor is subtle, but important.
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Eat Your Peas, And Do 10 Of These (Some Leadership Castor Oil)
Terry Starbucker
AUGUST 24, 2011
There are a lot of “peas&# out there that we have to just “eat&# , because if we don’t, our leadership will suffer. 5 ) Read your employee handbook – You oversee a lot of employees – there are a lot rules, policies , and official company positions that everyone should follow – do you know what they are?
Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Skyscraper
Joseph Lalonde
AUGUST 6, 2018
Not only will you find these two things, you’ll also find leadership lessons in Skyscraper. Quotes And Leadership Lessons From Skyscraper. Great leaders know they won’t be fully prepared for everything leadership will throw at them. Screw it – Leadership lessons from Skyscraper Click To Tweet.
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The Importance of Human Resource Policies and Procedures
HR Digest
DECEMBER 16, 2019
HR policies and procedures manual and employee handbook are the basic foundation of an organization. A clearly defined Human Resources (HR) Policies and Procedures manual is first compiled and thereafter the employee handbook is developed in conjunction with the existing policies and procedures laid out in the document.
Make Change Work
Leading Blog
MAY 2, 2014
Change leadership is a decidedly right-brained activity. And that takes real leadership. Make Change Work by Randy Pennington is a change handbook informed by a good grasp of human nature. Pennington presents the well-reasoned, tactical side of change while incorporating the emotional—“it depends”—side of change leadership.
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5 Ways to Help Young Leaders Succeed
Ron Edmondson
APRIL 18, 2023
I consistently look for ways to invest in and recruit those currently entering leadership or who will be in the future. I have found, however, in certain positions the younger leader is a good – sometimes better – option. Check out my leadership podcast where we discuss leadership nuggets in a practical way.
The Leadership Power of Grace
Skip Prichard
AUGUST 5, 2019
Leadership of Grace. . John Baldoni is one of the world’s prominent experts on leadership. He is one of the most generous, kind, and intelligent leadership coaches and teachers that I have met. You’re one of my go-to experts on all things: leadership with countless books, articles, and videos for those at any level.
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How To Build A Strong Family Business
Eric Jacobson
MAY 30, 2021
A few months ago brought the new Harvard Business Review Family Business Handbook , a comprehensive guide for how to build and sustain a successful enduring enterprise. If you are in a family business, serve as a silent partner or board member, or are contemplating becoming part of a family business, this handbook is essential reading.
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Mastering HR: Best HRM Books for Beginners to Read in 2024
HR Digest
APRIL 11, 2024
The top books of 2024 delve into key areas like leadership, organizational culture, and employee relations. ” by Steve Browne , highlighting a people-centric approach, HR leadership, embracing change and innovation, and continuous development. Other notable books include: “ HR Rising!!
Why Purpose, Mission, Vision and Values Really Do Matter
Great Leadership By Dan
JUNE 11, 2019
Action : Write an ambitious yet achievable position in your market or in your customers’ lives that recognizes your Purpose. Chris Griffiths , author of The Creative Thinking Handbook: Your Step-By-Step Guide To Problem Solving In Business , is founder and CEO of OpenGenius. What do we do? ? How do we do it? ? Whom do we do it for? ?
From Foes to Bros: Untangling Workplace Conflicts
HR Digest
APRIL 1, 2023
Navigating these conflicts in a professional and respectful manner is crucial for maintaining a positive work environment. This should be addressed in employee handbooks and any other relevant documents. It’s important to note that the way these conflicts are handled can directly impact the success of your organization.
How Good Are You in Managing Office Politics?
Coaching Tip
OCTOBER 3, 2013
says Jack Godwin author of " THE OFFICE POLITICS HANDBOOK." Second, is the assumption of the "head honcho," and it goes something like this: "I''m helpless because my present position is weak, but things will change when I''m head honcho." Many of us have good ideas that, if implemented, could yield positive results for our companies.
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When Leaders Should Coach And When To Counsel
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 28, 2021
So, the difference between coach and counselor is subtle, but important.
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65 9 Must Haves for Business Success
Great Leadership By Dan
SEPTEMBER 7, 2017
Elements that define your culture is leadership style, communication, the work environment – formal or informal – and how mistakes are handled. Positive employee relations. Communicating with employees is critical to positive employee relations. The following are nine essentials that must be in place to ensure success.
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Book Review: Millennials into Leadership
LDRLB
SEPTEMBER 24, 2011
That question will directly impact organizations over the next few years, as the Millennials move into more impacting leadership positions. Will that change leadership as we know it? Orrell presents a sort of handbook for up and coming Millennials looking to become leaders. rather than “how should I lead Millennials?”
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84 17 Ways to Teach Managers how to Coach
Great Leadership By Dan
APRIL 7, 2014
Welcome to the April 2014 edition of the Leadership Development Carnival! For this month’s Carnival, I asked our community of leadership development experts the following question: “ Wouldn''t it be great if we could teach managers how to coach? We can all learn something new when it comes to the art and science of coaching.
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HR Compliance: Staying Compliant with Changing Labor Laws and Regulations
HR Digest
MARCH 1, 2023
It becomes less attractive to top talents who might be the right fit for an open position, and there will likely be an increase in turnover rates within the organization. Try to highlight them in job postings, employee handbooks, company documentation, and so on. How can you ensure compliance with legal updates on HR policies?
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5 Employee Appreciation Tips to Make Your Employees Feel Awesome
Brian Tracy's Leadership Success
NOVEMBER 1, 2018
To help you hone your leadership qualities so that your team will feel more appreciated and, in turn, be more motivated, consider implementing these five steps. One of my favorite leadership quotes says: “The best leaders have a high Consideration Factor. Look at Your Leadership Style. Genuinely Care.
How To Create Your Future
Eric Jacobson
OCTOBER 13, 2020
Flip the book over, and you have Gutsche’s updated and expanded, bestselling, Exploiting Chaos , book now called, The Innovation Handbook , featuring memorable real-world case studies and plenty of thought-provoking questions to inspire next steps for innovation. It's the ideal guide to turn your big idea into a reality.
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Avoid These Eight Performance Evaluation Pitfalls
Eric Jacobson
AUGUST 10, 2016
These are in what I consider is the best chapter of the book The Essential HR Handbook , that she co-authored with Barbara Mitchell. Letting one characteristic - positive or negative - affect your overall assessment 5. Clustering everyone in the middle performance-rating categories 2.
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50 The Surefire Way Leaders Lose Their Credibility, And How You Can Avoid It
Terry Starbucker
DECEMBER 13, 2015
You realize that if your leadership is going to really thrive, you have to be consistently (and relentlessly ) fair with ALL the people you lead. PS: I just announced my new “Lead Positive The More Human Way” webinar series with Dr. Kathy Cramer. If you are going to make rules for ALL, they MUST be for ALL.
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