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Want Better Influence at Work? Avoid These Communication Mistakes

Let's Grow Leaders

Poking a bit of fun at yourself and allowing others to have a good laugh at your expense can do wonders to break the ice, particularly if you’re the one with more position power. When I think of “hedging words,” I think of the scarecrow from the Wizard of Oz. If you screw up, admit it. Glad you agree.

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How Employees Respond When Activist Investors Get Involved

The Horizons Tracker

Institutional investors, such as hedge funds, are increasingly active in terms of their attempt to influence the direction of the firms they invest in. The authors argue that this loss of talent is largely because of the uncertainty caused by the hedge funds activity. Lasting impact.

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Eight Times For Storytelling In The Workplace

Eric Jacobson

"Stories strengthen communications and presence for leaders," explains Kristi Hedges , author of the book, The Power of Presence. Are in a new position and would like to show others your approach and values. Need to show others -- whether a large audience or one person -- that you have shared commonalities.

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Winning Teams Know to Trust Their Team Members

Leading Blog

An alternative choice is to pass the puck to another player who is in a better position and can make a coordinated play. Supply planners shouldn’t be forced to guess which of the demand mix, volume, or timing in the plan is going to come true, and which are hedges against possible poor performance from the manufacturing organization.

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How To Inspire And Energize People Every Day

Eric Jacobson

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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How To Reduce The Risk Of FX Trading

Strategy Driven

Hedging is a process of offsetting the losses or gains that can take place when trading from one currency to another. There are a few ways in which companies can choose to hedge their currency so that they can remain financially stable, including options, futures, and short positions.

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Executive Search Firms in Finance: Unlocking Fiscal Leadership

N2Growth Blog

Every organization has unique dynamics and strategic goals, from investment banks to hedge funds and private equity firms. In addition to advanced data analytics and artificial intelligence, social media platforms play a crucial role in modern-day executive searches for financial leadership positions.

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