First Friday Book Synopsis

DECEMBER 1, 2015

… Read More On Hedge Funds, Outside Investors, and Corporate Culture – (with a story about George Zimmer). It may be practically impossible when the leader who built such a culture, who nurtured it over the long haul, is no longer around. And, sometimes, “outside” investors can destroy what it took years to build.…

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Joseph Lalonde

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Corrupt Officer Marla Hedges (Megan Butler) lures McCormick into a dangerous situation. Officer Marla Hedges: There is no out. Hedges told Miller there was no out. McCormick picked up the gun. She turned it into her partner, Miller. She trusted him, but it turns out he was working with a corrupt group of cops, including Watts.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 23, 2022

Alternative data, such as social media activity or satellite imagery, has become a big deal in the trading world, with hedge funds and other asset managers striving to find new ways to gain a competitive edge over their rivals.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 22, 2022

For example, investors can use physical precious metals as a hedge against currency devaluation or inflation. These assets can also be used as a store of value and a potential hedge against geopolitical risks. Both can be a hedge against inflation. These investments are also a good hedge against inflation.

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Eric Jacobson

JUNE 5, 2021

It's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Kristi Hedges But, first, what exactly is inspiration?

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 28, 2021

The book is called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Kristi Hedges But, first, what exactly is inspiration?

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 26, 2020

Reflecting back, and sharing again, that book is, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.

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Lead Change Blog

AUGUST 31, 2021

In a popular Harvard Business Review article, Kristi Hedges suggests the following approac. For that reason, many organizations limit this tool to senior leaders. Don’t let that stop you from seeking feedback on your own. I call it the DIY (do-it-yourself) 360. Select five colleagues (I suggest your boss, two peers, and two direct reports).

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Leading Blog

JULY 6, 2012

Kristi Hedges is an expert in executive presence. Hedges says, “People who maintain optimistic thoughts gain resilience. When you find yourself in a stressful situation and caught in a downward negative spiral, Hedges recommends that you: Stay vigilant and recognize when it’s purely pessimism and not constructive.

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Strategy Driven

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Instead, they act as a hedge against inflation. They’re also a good hedge against inflation. Investing in precious metals in your retirement account is a good way to reduce investment volatility and make your money last through an economic downturn. The IRS has strict guidelines regarding precious metals IRAs.

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Strategy Driven

MAY 31, 2021

Bitcoins: The Hedge Against The Inflation: Now it has already been proved that the reason for the rise in inflation is generally the increase of money supply in an economy in the long run. But you still have the choice to deal with this long run inflation by hedging the bitcoins against it.

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Sales Wolf Blog

NOVEMBER 28, 2018

If only the egos of those involved in the sales hiring process were hedged by a data-driven sales hiring strategy. The hiring manager should be selecting sales hires based on the merits of their background, education, experience, and sales personality match.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 29, 2021

Author Kristi Hedges , in her book, The Power of Presence , provides these explanations of the roles of a coach and of a mentor and how they differ from each other: The Coach shows empathy through a mixture of tough love and strong support. The coach is not afraid to push you because she sees the best in you.

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The Horizons Tracker

MAY 24, 2021

The researchers examined the hedge fund industry in the US to test how working with a star would affect the appraisal of non-star performers both when projects went well and when they went badly. The researchers gathered data from Eurekahedge, which is an investment research firm that compiles data on both hedge funds and fund managers.

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Eric Jacobson

APRIL 17, 2021

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements : Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.

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Leading Blog

APRIL 30, 2019

CX’s Biggest Problem is Finding the RIGHT Problem via @customerthink How do we hedge against bad problem framing? Why Authenticity is the New Charisma by @SusanMazza. How to Take Charge of Your Remote Meetings via @LetsGrowLeaders. Communication Practices of High-Performance Management Teams by @artpetty.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 21, 2020

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 3, 2018

Available starting Wednesday, June 1, it's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.

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The Horizons Tracker

JULY 31, 2022

While traditional management theory suggests that flexible staffing can be a valuable hedge against uncertainty in both demand and volume, the paper reminds us that this can place a considerable toll on the workforce and result in a much higher loss of talent due to the high turnover.

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Eric Jacobson

MAY 29, 2017

Available starting Wednesday, June 1, it's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Filled with profound insights and compelling data, and based on a commissioned survey on who and what inspires people, Hedges uncovers a set of consistent, learnable behaviors that dramatically enhance leadership success. Be Personal.

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The Horizons Tracker

APRIL 18, 2022

Part of the success of projects such as the Good Judgment Project is that the best participants would often hedge their predictions in terms of probabilities. They wouldn’t say something would definitely happen but rather it would have a reasonable chance of doing so.

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Strategy Driven

NOVEMBER 5, 2020

Hedge Your Income Sources. When you have multiple income sources in a recession, it helps hedge your earnings and diversifies your risk of losses from a particular source of income. Several online learning platforms help learn new skills and add to your knowledge base. Be tactful while choosing multiple sources of income.

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The Horizons Tracker

MARCH 29, 2023

This affords them greater opportunities to earn in different ways, while the diversity also hedges against any risks of economic downturns. The very nature of the gig economy lends itself to the so-called “portfolio career”, whereby freelancers have various strings to their bow.

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Eric Jacobson

OCTOBER 12, 2019

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience Includes common reference points the audience can understand Involves detailed characters and imagery Reveals conflict, vulnerability, or achievement (..)

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The Horizons Tracker

OCTOBER 4, 2022

Such an approach can be an effective hedge against any leakage risks, especially as academics prefer to publish their research publicly, so patent protection is less effective. This is because the internal collaborations create a kind of knowledge protection effect due to the spread of information across a range of labs and teams.

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Eric Jacobson

JANUARY 18, 2020

According to Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence , a good story includes these seven elements: Has a clear moral or purpose. Has a personal connection to the storyteller and/or the audience. Includes common reference points the audience can understand. Involves detailed characters and imagery.

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The Horizons Tracker

NOVEMBER 6, 2022

While larger companies may be able to hedge the costs associated with key inputs and smooth out any cyclical costs, smaller businesses may struggle to achieve this. High inflation makes it incredibly difficult to plan and invest for any business, as it has an impact not only across the supply chain but also on consumer spending.

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The Horizons Tracker

AUGUST 19, 2021

It’s a narrative that paints a picture of investors backing perhaps a single startup in an industry, but research from Wharton highlights how VCs increasingly hedge their bets across a number of startups, and what’s more, this practice actually improves the efficiency of innovation in that sector.

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Eric Jacobson

SEPTEMBER 14, 2020

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 8, 2021

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.

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Eric Jacobson

MARCH 14, 2020

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.

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Eric Jacobson

AUGUST 22, 2018

Today's three leadership quotes come from Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power Of Presence. A vision will go nowhere unless the leader feels it in her bones. You don't lose your credibility from failure but from how you handle it. Executive presence means much more than making a fantastic first impression.

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Decker Communication

MARCH 5, 2020

In the next week, ask for something you need without hesitation or hedging! Let’s start with the don’t’s: Don’t hedge. It’s a topic we discuss in Leadership Presence for Women and in the spirit of International Women’s Day , here’s a few do’s and don’ts for making your next ask. But whatever it is, use these tips and go for it.

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Strategy Driven

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

In addition, real estate offers a hedge against inflation as the value of properties has historically outperformed inflation rates. For the ambitious entrepreneur looking for a great idea, have you ever considered real estate? From rental properties to flipping homes, there are many options you can explore in the real estate industry.

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The Horizons Tracker

JUNE 8, 2022

Hedging bets. Research from the University of Southern California suggests this is a misguided opinion, however. Indeed, the study suggests that entrepreneurs who keep a day job are around a third more likely to succeed than those who go all in.

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Rich Gee Group

JANUARY 2, 2020

hedge funds), and badly managed organizations. If they start to occur weekly or daily, your environment might be moving towards Insane. INSANE This is the regular, manic environment of certain startups, industries (e.g.,

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Eric Jacobson

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. She recommends you consider adding stories to your communications when you : Want to motivate others and paint a picture of what's possible.

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