Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Check your culture by looking at shared resources Is there anything more gross than a neglected break-room microwave oven? If Marvel needs another super-villain, I’d recommend someone spawned from the splatter of last night’s warmed up spaghetti and powered by the fumes […]. The post An Easy Way to Check on Your Culture appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Career Advancement
OCTOBER 21, 2019
“Following-through is the only thing that separates dreamers from people that accomplish great things.” – Gene Hayden César had just accepted a promotion, and somehow he was always rushing when it came to finishing important projects. He decided to reevaluate his time-management skills. He started keeping a log of his work, and when he forced himself to specify exactly how he spent his time, the results were shocking.
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Creativity at Work
OCTOBER 21, 2019
3 Keys to Finding a Creative BreakthroughShifting from reacting to creating It’s so easy to be reactive about problems and the pressures they cause in today’s fast-paced world. If you are reacting, you are putting out fires, but you aren’t creating anything. Problem-solving is about making something go away. Creativity, on the other hand, is about bringing something new and desirable [.].
McKinsey
OCTOBER 5, 2019
Research shows that automation trends may be widening the racial wealth gap. This article reveals possible interventions that may help African American workers prepare for the future.
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Penelope Trunk
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Esther Wojcicki wrote her book, How to Raise Successful People , so she could take credit for her daughters’ success: “I raised two CEOs and a doctor. These are my secrets to parenting successful children.” Here are Esther’s five stunningly obvious secrets: trust, respect, independence, collaboration, and kindness. This book is a case study for how a narcissistic parent destroys the children through gaslighting, breaking boundaries, and emotional neglect.
B Plans
OCTOBER 2, 2019
This article is part of our “ Business Startup Guide ” – a curated list of our articles that will get you up and running in no time! Picking the right attorney in your startup is as important as picking the right business partner. You can’t underestimate the importance of selecting an attorney who “gets” your business model , your market opportunity, and most importantly, your fundraising and exit strategy.
Professional Development Brief brings together the best content for development professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 3, 2019
One of the clear statements about micromanagement is that micromanagers control outcomes and not people. It might be valid to some extent, but we believe in looking at things from different perspectives. The common belief is that the word has a negative connotation. And why not? It is frustrating and demotivating. As if dealing with a tough job wasn't enough, you now have to deal with a nagging boss.
CMOE
OCTOBER 23, 2019
An employee’s attendance at a learning event—even if he or she is actively engaged during the session—does not demonstrate learning success for the employee, his/her manager, or the organization. The desired outcome any organization wants to achieve by providing these development opportunities is change; change that is clearly demonstrated through performance improvement and a stronger bottom line.
McKinsey
OCTOBER 4, 2019
Separating people-leadership tasks from day-to-day business leadership can help organizations strike a better balance between centralization and decentralization, reduce complexity, and embrace agility.
Penelope Trunk
OCTOBER 4, 2019
I am with my son at Northeastern University Law School for a day of panels about socialist initiatives. My son told me no writing blog posts in the back of the room. “Can you please just fit in today?”. Fit in? Does he notice that he’s the only high schooler here? I don’t tell him how lucky he is to have a mom who is not thinking like everyone else.
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Gordian Business
OCTOBER 31, 2019
“ If your presence doesn’t add value, our absence won’t make a difference. ” — Zero Dean. I recently ran a four-day negotiating skills conference in Australia for a group of senior marketing managers and representatives; the group were highly motivated. They were working in an interesting market, and they were keen to find creative ways to negotiate.
Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 10, 2019
Today, we’re excited to bring you a guest post by Paul Smith, one of the leading experts in business storytelling. As an experienced leader, no doubt you already tell a few stories. But how do you know you’re telling the right stories? […]. The post A Case-For-Change Story That Works appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Diversity is a mix. Inclusion is making the mix work. - Andres Tapia. A diverse labor pool is vital to any organization. It refers to the manpower which includes individuals with a wide range of characteristics. Undoubtedly, it goes beyond the employees’ skin color, hair, looks, religion and ethnicity. It encompasses different significant factors that include personality, education, interests, hobbies, sexual orientation, race, talents, cognitive styles and abilities.
Gineris & Associates
OCTOBER 28, 2019
In a saturated job market, it is the job of the company to stand out among competitors to gain the interest of potential new hires. People more than ever have a wide selection of companies to work for, so it is imperative that small businesses especially find ways to reel in good workers. One of the greatest factors for employees when selecting a position is company culture.
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With the increased interest in reskilling and upskilling existing workforces, companies are looking for more training and development content and realizing that higher education has a lot to offer. Similarly, companies are finding value in providing training to students and preskilling their future workforce. The challenge is that the technology and platforms used to serve these two audiences have never had to work well together—until now.
McKinsey
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Innovation is of fundamental importance for Europe’s economic and social system. These five paths could build on its strengths and help the continent regain its competitive edge.
Penelope Trunk
OCTOBER 21, 2019
The course runs four days, starting Tuesday Oct. 22. We’ll meet live, via video, from 9 pm to 10pm Eastern. I will tell you what I’ve learned from coaching 300 people with Aspergers and reading hundreds of peer-reviewed articles. I will send you fun things to read. We will chat. People with Aspergers will be in heaven. People who don’t have Aspergers will be shocked, but in a good way.
crowdspring
OCTOBER 14, 2019
Austin, Texas – top city for startups in the US. Texas is a state of big ideas and bigger personalities. So, it should come as no surprise that Texas is a perfect breeding ground for entrepreneurs. According to the Business in Texas Small Business Handbook , small businesses account for over 98.6% of the businesses in Texas. In July of 2019, Texas was found to be the best state in the US to start a business.
Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 31, 2019
Lead for results and keep the zombies at bay… They’re the phrases that should send a shiver up your spine if you want to lead for results. I’ve heard them from team members in every industry imaginable. You might recognize them: “I’ve […]. The post How to Lead for Results and Stop the Zombie Apocalypse appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions
Join this brand new webinar with Tim Buteyn to learn how you can master the art of remote onboarding! By the end of this session, you'll understand how to: Craft a Tailored Onboarding Checklist 📝 Develop a comprehensive, customized checklist that ensures every new hire has a smooth transition into your company, no matter where they are in the world.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 16, 2019
Equality is not Pie. Equal rights for others doesn’t mean fewer rights for you. Imagine going to a beautiful store but you’re not allowed to enter because you have blue hair. You won’t like it, would you? Equality is a necessity that every individual must enjoy. Being treated unfavourably every day owing to who they are, where they’re from, or what they look like is unfair and shouldn’t exist at all.
FourSight
OCTOBER 23, 2019
Developers are the rarest of the four profiles. Only 6% of people in our database are single-preference Developers.
McKinsey
OCTOBER 18, 2019
Crunching the numbers on transformations suggests good news for companies that go broad, move fast and renew often, prioritize health, and keep stretching their aspirations.
Penelope Trunk
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Anyone who comes up with ideas for businesses has more than one they can use. So if you want to start a business and you don’t have an idea, just steal one. Here’s an idea I’m not doing anything with. I am ending that sentence with a preposition. I think following the preposition rule makes people sound like a tool. Using tool as an insult started in 2009.
Speaker: Leslie Grandy, Product Executive & Drew Weaver, Senior Program Manager
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SchellingPoint
OCTOBER 31, 2019
The post See Sooner, Act Faster – Perhaps You Should? Now You Can. appeared first on SchellingPoint Website.
Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 3, 2019
You’ve done your talent assessment work, completed the nine-box grid, and now it’s time to create specific plans to develop your managers. You’ll want to ensure everyone has a solid foundation of leadership training, and consider cross-functional moves, but what other developmental […]. The post 9 Creative Ways to Develop Your Managers appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Vantage Circle
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Great deeds are backed by strong fundamental values that one adheres to. And similarly, when we observe the great corporations spread across different geographies, one common thing that we would find is the strong core company values. The core values shape their culture and also impact their approach to how they want to achieve their goals. And the role of these company values doesn’t only stop there as it also explains their mission and defines their vision.
CMOE
OCTOBER 8, 2019
Taking your first steps into the workforce can be frightening. As a young professional, you want to make a great first impression and leave your mark. There are many ways that you can make a seamless transition into the real world. Creating a relationship with your company’s Human Resources department is a great way to ensure your career will stay on track.
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HIA Technologies announces the launch of Qvio™️ - transforming video engagement with two-way interactivity. With Qvio viewers can ask questions and get instant answers from the content owner's Author-Controlled AI™️.
McKinsey
OCTOBER 3, 2019
Substantial changes to an operating model are often necessary to achieve an organization’s strategic objectives and deliver the promised value of a merger. Making these changes requires a thoughtful, leader-driven process to navigate the unique constraints and risks of the endeavor.
Penelope Trunk
OCTOBER 30, 2019
Anyone who comes up with ideas for businesses has more than one they can use. So if you want to start a business and you don’t have an idea, just steal one. Here’s an idea I’m not doing anything with. I am ending that sentence with a preposition. I think following the preposition rule makes people sound like a tool. Using tool as an insult started in 2009.
SchellingPoint
OCTOBER 31, 2019
The post See Sooner, Act Faster – Do You Need To? appeared first on SchellingPoint Website.
Let's Grow Leaders
OCTOBER 17, 2019
Welcome to the Let’s Grow Leaders Frontline Festival! This month, our contributors share their best practices in employee engagement. Thanks to Joy and Tom Guthrie of Vizwerx Group for the great pic and to all our contributors! The November Frontline Festival will be […]. The post Best Practices in Employee Engagement: A Frontline Festival appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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