Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 19, 2019
Invest twenty seconds to get more solutions and ideas. Recently, I donated blood through the Red Cross. What happened next is a great example of how you can get more solutions, ideas, and critical thinking from your team members. Four weeks after […]. The post How Leaders Can Get More Solutions from Their Team appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Career Advancement
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
“I didn’t fail 1,000 times. The light bulb was an invention with 1,000 steps.” ~Thomas Edison~. Trevor wanted his people to be pillars of innovation and creativity. When he came to me for coaching around innovation, he mentioned how fearful his team was in taking risks and possibly touching failure. I asked him, “What are you doing to celebrate failures?
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Creativity at Work
FEBRUARY 27, 2019
Jon Kolko on Creative Clarity & Bringing Creative Thinking Into Your CompanyManaging 'wild and unpredictable' creative chaos in business I believe creative chaos is the biggest fear business managers have about creativity. Whenever we get to the messy stage of the creative process, managers who are inclined to be linear and analytical want to run for the hills — or at least jump to the solution right away. [.].
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 23, 2019
Radically new dynamics in the early 20th century transformed cars and, in turn, the world. Here’s why the next great inflection point is upon us, auguring changes no less profound.
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Penelope Trunk
FEBRUARY 18, 2019
When I was looking at apartments I didn’t notice the incredibly noisy construction right outside our windows. I attribute this oversight to the same phenomena that happens in the video where you count basketball passes – if you have never seen the video stop everything and go watch it. Quiet = money. Vox did a video on how quiet has become a sign of quality.
crowdspring
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
The right typeface is often the key to strong brand identity , a well-designed website, sharp looking brochures, and strong marketing materials. But there’s much confusion and misinformation about typefaces, fonts and how designers and marketers can lawfully use them commercially. The truth is that most people, and especially designers and marketers, do not understand the law governing the use of typefaces and fonts.
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Career Advancement
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
“I think self-awareness is probably the most important thing towards being a champion.”. ~Billie Jean King~. Client Clara asks: I always get so nervous before my annual performance review. How can I calm my nerves and make sure it goes as well as possible? Coach Joel answers: Performance reviews can be daunting, but being proactive about the process will make it a motivating ritual that you look forward to.
Creativity at Work
FEBRUARY 1, 2019
Spark Creativity in Your Team by Question-Storming Before Problem-SolvingTry this powerful question-storming technique to enhance creative problem-solving Give your team a brain jolt to kickstart creativity, by asking them to question-storm 50 questions in 15 minutes about your topic. It's a jolt if people are not used to asking a lot of questions. They are used to brainstorming — a technique that focuses [.].
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 9, 2019
Technology and advanced analytics are revolutionizing services ? and creating new sources of value for industrial companies that know how to use them. Here is a roadmap that works.
Penelope Trunk
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
I am on a sad-movie-watching binge. It started a few weeks ago. Wait. No. It probably started when I was in third grade and there was no grownup home until 8pm , so after school I went to the movie theater every day for a week to watch Wilbur lose Charlotte and learn to fend for himself. I think people who have sadness in their life use movies to work out their sadness by seeing it in other people.
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Introducing Willow from WILL Interactive – a new artificial instructor technology that coaches users through eLearning content to increase training ROI. Using active conversations with a virtual expert not only reinforces key concepts but also helps employees think critically and creatively. Willow can ask questions, analyze responses, and deliver personalized feedback.
crowdspring
FEBRUARY 11, 2019
You’ve put in the hours. You’ve paid your dues. And now all that effort has paid off – you’re the expert. So, what’s your prize at the end of the day? For some, it’s enough to know that you’re great at your job. But others, like you, yearn for something more. Admit it – you’ve thought about starting your own consulting business.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
We hear all the time that learning from past failure is the key to success. But what about TALKING about failure, particularly with people who already see you as a success? Do failure stories damage your brand or make it stronger? After […]. The post How Your Failure Inspires Connection and Success appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Vantage Circle
FEBRUARY 5, 2019
Employee morale is the overall attitude, emotion and satisfaction of employees towards their jobs and workplace environment. The way they perceive their workplace often decide their productivity. An employee with high morale is happy and enjoys his work. On the contrary, employees with low morale are dissatisfied and keep a negative outlook towards his/her work.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 3, 2019
A data-inclusive culture, which honors data's place as a significant asset while also respecting risks, is a necessary component of any successful organization.
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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
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
In a rapidly changing workplace, employees need to keep learning to remain relevant and in demand. Seven practices can help them be mindful in their career path and achieve success.
Addgene
FEBRUARY 26, 2019
Career and skills development can happen anywhere, whether you realize it or not. In the lab, you could be managing a team , planning meetings , and finding the best way to organize your time. At a conference, you could be honing your science communications skills and networking. And on social media , you could be sharing your research or finding opportunities to bring science to the community.
Lateral Action
FEBRUARY 20, 2019
Just about every creative I’ve ever coached has had a very sharp and active Inner Critic. And you know what? That’s a good thing. If you find yourself resisting this idea, maybe because you know what it’s like to suffer with an over-active Inner Critic, then pause for a moment and consider all the mediocre […]. The post Be Thankful for Your Inner Critic appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 28, 2019
You’ve got a great idea you just know will improve the business. How do you get your boss excited? Okay, let’s be real, not just excited, but as excited as you are? 7 Ways to Get Your Boss Excited About Your Great Idea […]. The post How to Get Your Boss Excited About Your Idea 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.
Business Growth Creator
FEBRUARY 12, 2019
Are you prepared for Making Tax Digital? No? Don’t worry, check out all the details you need to know: Still worried about Making Tax Digital? Our friends at Sage are offering a FREE Making Tax Digital consultation. Book now – [link] The post Understand How Making Tax Digital Will Affect Your Business appeared first on Business Growth Creator.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
Idealistic values and socially admirable practices in business are often effective, but generally short-lived. They rarely survive through more than two successions of company leadership. To break this cycle and leave a legacy of an enlightened company, three factors are critical: carefully articulated business philosophies, well-designed alternative governance structures, and nontraditional forms of ownership.
McKinsey
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
As AI-enabled automation advances, organizations should embrace “lifelong employability,” which stretches traditional notions of learning and development and can inspire workers to adapt, more routinely, to the evolving economy.
Vantage Circle
FEBRUARY 10, 2019
Workplace loneliness is a growing epidemic. Loneliness at work is a real problem and it’s affecting businesses, relationships, and wellbeing. Research has revealed that loneliness has the same health risks as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. In spite of the world being connected with the advent of technology and social media, people are lonelier and feel isolated than ever before.
Speaker: Leslie Grandy, Product Executive & Drew Weaver, Senior Program Manager
Are you considering a shift to product management or just starting your journey as a Product Manager? Join Leslie Grandy and Drew Weaver for an insightful webinar designed to help you seamlessly transition into this dynamic role. Whether you're looking to pivot your career or enhance your existing skills, this session will equip you with the knowledge and tools to succeed!
Lateral Action
FEBRUARY 17, 2019
This week’s guest on the 21st Century Creative podcast is CJ Lyons, a New York Times and USA Today thriller author who has sold more than 2.5 million books. She has won numerous awards, including the International Thriller Writers’ prestigious Thriller Award, and the Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery and Suspense. Once […].
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 21, 2019
Welcome to the Let’s Grow Leaders Frontline Festival! This month, our contributors share their thoughts about building stronger human connection and relationships at work. We’ve expanded the Frontline Festival to include other formats such as podcasts and artwork and are always looking […]. The post Building Stronger Relationships and Human Connection: A Frontline Festival appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
World Economic Forum
FEBRUARY 4, 2019
Gentrification – which describes the influx of affluent and educated people into former working class neighbourhoods – is a major concern in numerous cities around the world. While civil society and world leaders call for more inclusive growth (e.g. OECD 2018), many fear that large changes in the social composition of neighbourhoods may price out less advantaged residents and inflict on them va.
crowdspring
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
This is the most complete guide online on how to start a business in 2019. You should know that about two-thirds of businesses with employees survive 2 years and about half survive only five years. Businesses that survive and thrive have an unfair advantage. They’re started and run by people who are prepared for what’s ahead of them. If you want an unfair advantage, we’re here to help you get started.
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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
FEBRUARY 2, 2019
Artificial intelligence can help government agencies solve complex public-sector problems. For those that are new at it, here are five factors that can affect the benefits and risks.
Vantage Circle
FEBRUARY 8, 2019
Employee engagement is an indispensable part of the growth of any organization. It is a broad, abstract and ever-evolving process and because of its nature, it is a common ground for myths and misunderstandings. By bursting each employee engagement myth you will get a clearer and more precise idea for building an engaged workforce! Employee Engagement Myth 1: Sincere employees = Engaged employees.
Lateral Action
FEBRUARY 13, 2019
Have you ever got yourself tied up in knots while working on an important piece of writing? You spend ages staring at the screen, writing, deleting and rewriting, over and over again. The harder you try, the more you work, the more stuck and confused you feel. In my experience, this tends to happen when […]. The post An Easy Way out of Writer’s Block appeared first on Mark McGuinness | Creative Coach.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 14, 2019
Your team needs your leadership during rapid growth. Recently, we received a great question from a manager who had taken part in a Winning Well Leadership Intensive. Her question is one you’ll face in your career – especially if you work in a fast-growing […]. The post What To Do When the Job Outgrows Your Employee appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.
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