Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 20, 2020
One question leads to a powerful team “David, I just don’t have time. There’s so much to do that some days I just want to give up!” Lynn was a midlevel manager in a mid-sized healthcare company. She’d sought out coaching because […]. The post 4 Words to Help You Build a Powerful Team appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Career Advancement
JANUARY 13, 2020
“When there are hiring decisions and promotion decisions to be made, people are hungry for data.” ~Oren Etzioni. Gary had been with his media company for a little less than a year. He recently had a very positive performance review in which he’d voiced his ability to handle greater responsibility. His boss had agreed. However, just after that review, a coworker in the same type of role received a promotion, only a year from her last one.
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Creativity at Work
JANUARY 25, 2020
How to Improve Your Powers of ObservationWhy you need to sharpen your powers of observation Highly successful Innovators including artists, designers, scientists, and entrepreneurs, tend to be keen observers of the world around them. Observing is one of the keys to creativity and discovering opportunities for innovation. This post explores the connection between seeing (observing), mindfulness and creativity and how you can [.].
McKinsey
JANUARY 17, 2020
How could Earth’s changing climate impact socioeconomic systems across the world in the next three decades? A yearlong, cross-disciplinary research effort at McKinsey & Company provides some answers.
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Learning how to promote your training courses online is key to growing your training business. In this Ultimate Guide to Marketing we cover effective and modern marketing strategies that will help you market your training program, and sell more courses. You’ll learn how to: Harness the power of SEO to drive website traffic Convert more website visitors to sales Create smart email marketing campaigns Get the most out of course marketplaces Establish a referral program And more… Get ready to see y
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 3, 2020
The year came to an end with all the hustle and bustle of the business world. In the midst of all these there we could see a huge emphasis on building an efficient organizational culture. A culture that will not only make them stand out from others but will also likely give them a competitive edge. Every organization has its own corporate culture, which defines how things are done within the company.
Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 16, 2020
I coach lots of parents who look at scaling back work and worry about what they’ll do when their kids grow up. If you are one of those people, you are about to save the $350 coaching fee. What you want to do for work when your kids are young is not what you want to do for work when your kids are grown. For one thing, you can’t imagine what will be available when your kid is 18.
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Eat Your Career
JANUARY 20, 2020
I am a firm believer that all growth starts with understanding yourself. Before you can grow as a person or as a professional, you have to first know who you are and why you do what you do. This skill is commonly referred to as “self-awareness,” and it’s an important element of emotional intelligence , which is widely considered a key factor in life and career success.
crowdspring
JANUARY 20, 2020
When I was a kid, Friday was B & C Pizza night at our house. The local Chicago-style pizza is a Michigan favorite. And, while their delicious fare is something I still crave as an adult, it’s their marketing strategy that remains at the forefront of my memory. B & C has hosted an eating challenge since they opened over 33 years ago. The ….
McKinsey
JANUARY 15, 2020
Existing and emerging technologies can help save teacher time—time that could be redirected toward student learning. But to capture the potential, stakeholders need to address four imperatives.
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 29, 2020
Artificial Intelligence(AI) is impacting every part of our lives from our grocery list to our Spotify playlist. Do a quick search on the impact of AI and you will be bombarded with results that predict the downfall of humanity. Of course, the results are blown out of proportion and often based on incorrect assumptions. AI has impacted almost every industry and not in such a drastic way.
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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.
CMOE
JANUARY 16, 2020
As eLearning becomes more popular as an alternative to traditional instructor-led training, organizations have a plethora of off-the-shelf courses to choose from. Such courses offer a cost-effective and easy way for organizations to venture into the realm of eLearning. That said, things that are cheap and easy to find seldom drive extraordinary results.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 13, 2020
How do you help your team navigate the chaos, particularly when you’re feeling frustrated, overwhelmed (and maybe even a bit frightened)? In this article, I share three ways to help your team navigate the chaos of reorganization, shifts in direction or toxic […]. The post How to Help Your Team Navigate the Chaos appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 13, 2020
As many of my regular readers already know, I am a proud former administrative professional. I have a deep admiration and appreciation for those who dedicate themselves to support roles, which is one of the reasons I now focus a large part of my corporate training business on working with administrative teams. Of course, the admin field has changed a lot in the past few decades (more on that in a future article).
crowdspring
JANUARY 31, 2020
Web design is like a shark – for better or worse, it never stops moving. And, that constant movement leads to evolution, innovation… and occasionally some regrettable web design trends. Still, it’s good to keep an eye on trends. They often lay the foundation for new best practices. There are a few recent trends that have already become web design….
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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
JANUARY 27, 2020
As technology becomes increasingly important, an organization’s success depends on whether the CIO can move from being a functional to a strategic business leader.
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 16, 2020
Maybe you have an incredible product and provide marvelous services. But if your work culture is terrible, your business is going to hit more than a few rough bumps. In Glassdoor’s new workplace sentiment survey , over 58% of employees and job seekers say company culture is more important than salary when it comes to job satisfaction. In this era of skill shortages, molding the perfect work culture is an unskippable step.
MultiPOD Mentoring
JANUARY 3, 2020
Dear Multipodian: Now that you are part of MultiPOD and thinking about your future, here’s the bottom line: You are indispensable. Furthermore, you will be indispensable for the rest of your life. What you do and what you will do will not happen without you. If you don’t believe it, don’t worry; you’ll soon find out that this is true. You, however, will have to think and work very hard and find who you are professionally and personally before you can accept this fact.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 30, 2020
Laura had a strong track record of success in her previous role and had earned the respect of her peers. But now, just a few weeks after her transition into a new team, she called us in exasperation. “My manager said he selected […]. The post How to Transition Into a New Team With Confidence and Grace 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.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 5, 2020
Join us for this month’s free webinar on the topic of “How to Make Smart Career Decisions.” Date : Wednesday, January 22, 2019. Time : 11:00 AM Pacific | 12:00 PM Mountain | 1:00 PM Central | 2:00 PM Eastern. Sign up for the Eat Your Career Newsletter to receive registration information: [link]. How to Make Smart Career Decisions (Webinar). Career decisions shouldn’t be taken lightly.
World Economic Forum
JANUARY 2, 2020
A study by Stanford University Graduate School of Business shows that a realistic first idea might not be as creative as an abstract second one.
McKinsey
JANUARY 31, 2020
With device-related expenses already straining margins, the 5G upgrade cycle could prove even tougher for operators—unless they take a comprehensive, new approach to managing consumer hardware costs.
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 3, 2020
We all encounter days where we need an extra pick-me-up to get realigned with our goals. In such days you can choose to give up or to stay true to your dreams. In every phase of your life, motivation is the backbone of your success. That’s precisely why you need the most inspiring motivational quotes for work at hand in case you ever falter. The right quote can grant wisdom and wit.
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!
MultiPOD Mentoring
JANUARY 3, 2020
Dear Multipodian: Now that you are part of MultiPOD and thinking about your future, here’s the bottom line: You are indispensable. Furthermore, you will be indispensable for the rest of your life. What you do and what you will do will not happen without you. If you don’t believe it, don’t worry; you’ll soon find out that this is true. You, however, will have to think and work very hard and find who you are professionally and personally before you can accept this fact.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 6, 2020
Leading people who don’t have to follow starts with your mindset How do you lead when people don’t have to follow? In a recent long-term leadership development program Karin and I conducted for leaders from around the globe, this was one of […]. The post How to Lead When Your Employees Don’t Have to Follow appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 23, 2020
Last weekend, the Wall Street Journal published an interesting (though highly controversial) article titled, “ The Vanishing Executive Assistant.”. And WOW, did it cause an uproar in the admin community! I’m pretty sure that was the author’s intent so, well done…? This is my response to that article and my defense of the Executive Assistant role. Admittedly, I am biased.
World Economic Forum
JANUARY 6, 2020
New research explores the link between wages, innovation and soft skills.
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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
JANUARY 31, 2020
Adapting to a digital age will require organizations—and not just employees—to equip themselves with new capabilities.
Vantage Circle
JANUARY 31, 2020
Employees who know what is right for the business have a sound idea about what they are accountable for. In fact, when there is a culture of accountability in your organization then your employees are more likely to prosper in their tasks. This is only possible when organizations make it clear to their employees to have a proper understanding of their job.
CMOE
JANUARY 3, 2020
What your staff can do today is important, but it pales in comparison to what your staff will be capable of doing tomorrow. This is because employees are high-return investments: if you treat them well and give them the support they need, your employees become immensely more valuable over time. It’s no surprise that big brands commit significant budgets to developing company-wide training programs, and it’s obviously a strategy that’s working for them; companies simply wouldn’t spend that kind o
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 25, 2020
You’re working hard, but then a team member, customer, or colleague gives you some harsh criticism. Should you take it in? Ignore it? In this episode, you’ll get specific tools you can use to get the most out of tough feedback […]. The post How to Get the Most Out of Tough Feedback appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders. You’re working hard, but then a team member, customer, or colleague gives you some harsh criticism.
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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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