Sat.Sep 17, 2022 - Fri.Sep 23, 2022

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Why Soft Skills Are More In Demand Than Ever

Forbes Careers

Soft skills are more in demand than ever. Here's a look at why and how you can leverage them to future-proof your career.

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How to Say No at Work: Powerful Phrases to Stand Your Ground

Let's Grow Leaders

To Gain More Confidence Saying No at Work, Start with Your “Yes” It’s never easy to say no at work. After all, you want to be helpful, responsive, and a team player. And yet, every time you say “yes” to something or someone, you’re saying “no” to something or someone else. When you tell your boss, “Yes, I will work late tonight,” you might have to tell your daughter, “No, I can’t come to your tee-ball game.” Or, when y

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The Esteemed Coach

Master Coach University

Have you ever thought a potential client really liked you… …and then they just disappeared? Me too. Despite trying to win the “most likable coach on the planet” award… …it didn’t stop clients from “ghosting” me. I felt like clients were lying to me.

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Fit and Healthy: Looking Fit vs. Being Healthy

International Coach Academy

A Research Paper By Eitan Israelski, Wellness Coach, ISRAEL. Getting Fit and Healthy. We are living in the ‘Age of Fitness’, we live in a society that is increasingly fixated on fitness. But with mounting pressure to not only stay fit but sculpt a toned, fit-looking body too, is our fixation with fitness starting to become unhealthy? The growth of gym culture and fitness franchises has rapidly accelerated largely because consumers are increasingly health-conscious, but also because the sector ha

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The Ultimate Guide to Marketing Your Training Program

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

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Let’s talk about selling

The Creative Life

Selling isn't easy for most creatives. But it's almost always essential. The post Let’s talk about selling appeared first on The Creative Life.

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Leadership Vulnerability: How do I Do This Well? (Video)

Let's Grow Leaders

Karin, I know I get that leadership vulnerability and transparency really make a difference in building trust. And, you know what? IT’S HARD! How do I get okay with it? Where do I start? Does it really matter? What if it backfires?” #AskingforaFriend. These are “Asking for a Friend” questions I receive after almost every keynote.

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Spiral of Intent

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Model By Ufuk Mahmutyazicioglu, Life Coach, UNITED STATES. Four Stages of the Spiral of Intent. This worksheet reflects my coaching model based on the transformation process that I am passing through since I study Coaching. When I look at my process from the outside I realize that the transformation can be represented by a spiral movement that starts at the center with love and trust and expands around it.

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Securing Europe’s competitiveness: Addressing its technology gap

McKinsey

Even amid war in Europe and the energy and cost of living crisis that has resulted, the region needs to pay attention to its slow-motion corporate and technology crisis.

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Mental Exhaustion Symptoms, Causes, and Ways to Cope

BetterUp

Jump to section. What is mental exhaustion? What are the symptoms of mental exhaustion? Side effects of being mentally exhausted. What are the causes of mental exhaustion? How is mental exhaustion different from other conditions? 11 ways to overcome mental exhaustion.

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How to Start Your Own Certified Life Coach Institute

Master Coach University

Are you looking to start your own certified life coach institute? Well, you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’ll teach you everything you need to know about starting a life coaching practice and becoming successful in the field! Choose the Life Coaching Certifications You Plan to Offer in Your Certified Life Coach […].

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Next Level eLearning – The AI-powered Courseware Coach

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.

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From Fear To…

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By Olya Taran, Life Coach, UNITED STATES. From Fear To…. Fear: Definition. Fear : /?fir/. noun. 1. an unpleasant emotion caused by the belief that someone or something is dangerous, likely to cause pain or a threat. verb. be afraid of (someone or something) as likely to be dangerous, painful, or threatening. Consequences of Acting Out of Fear.

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Data ethics: What it means and what it takes

McKinsey

Every company must establish its own best practices for managing its data. Here are five pitfalls to avoid based on our conversations with experts and early adopters.

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Microsoft Says ‘Productivity Paranoia’ Can Hurt Hybrid Workplaces

Forbes Careers

New data from Microsoft’s Work Trend Index, which surveyed 20,000 employees across 11 countries, finds that despite early signs of a productivity boom during the pandemic, there’s a steep divide between how workers and their employers see productivity two years later.

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What are your personal values?

Tony Robbins

Think of the most loyal person you know. The most creative. The most generous, individualistic or compassionate. We all have people in our lives who stand out in a particular way. There’s a reason for this. These people stand out for us because of their strong values. What are values? Where do they come from? […]. The post What are your personal values?

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Shaping a Better Future by Uniting Corporate and Higher Education Content

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.

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Typical Pitfalls When Creating Accountability and Strategies for Effective Action Against Them

International Coach Academy

A Research Paper By Douglas Cryns, Confidence Coach, GERMANY. Typical Pitfalls When Creating Accountability. The goal of this paper is to increase awareness of the typical pitfalls of setting up accountability frameworks. It achieves this first by explaining why accountability is so important, and how we set it up. I then delve into the typical accountability traps we fall into when we try to achieve our goals, the reasons why they happen, and the strategies we can apply to avoid them.

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To slow down attrition, pay closer attention to what workers really need

McKinsey

The Great Attrition continues, but if companies understand the differences among five common employee personas, they may be able to find and retain talent more effectively.

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4 Leadership Strategies To Address ‘Quiet Quitting’

Forbes Careers

Employee disengagement is a clear warning sign to managers to lean in to better understand a team member's situation. Here are four specific strategies that leaders should use if they sense a marked shift in a team member's level of engagement.

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5 Proven Strategies to Stop Procrastinating—Now! | by Sarah Evans, MCC

The Coaching Tools Company

Originally Posted on The Coaching Tools Company as 5 Proven Strategies to Stop Procrastinating—Now! | by Sarah Evans, MCC. Procrastination is a human challenge: all of us have in some way or at some time delayed, avoided or postponed doing something despite our good intentions. But this isn't necessarily a bad or a lazy thing. It's human nature to put off uncomfortable or undesirable tasks, or to make an easier choice in the moment.

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Mastering Remote Onboarding: Proven Strategies for Seamless New Hire Integration

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.

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Project Empowerment – A Unique Purpose-Coaching-Journey

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Model By Paola Gallucco, Transformational Coach, UNITED KINGDOM. Project Empowerment Contribution. This project is my contribution to all the individuals who feel doomed, and stuck in a life they feel does not resemble what they were wishing for. It reflects my personal experience in a corporate environment when I was feeling like a victim of circumstances and powerless.

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Software bill of materials: Managing software cybersecurity risks

McKinsey

As software-related vulnerabilities continue to grow, companies must manage their software cyber risks to innovate faster and create safer, more secure digital products.

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Sustainable Business Strategy Brings “Doing Good” to This Artist’s Life & Work

Harvard Business School Online

Combining art and business fueled Miroslav Stiburek’s entrepreneurial spirit. Taking HBS Online’s Sustainable Business Strategy course made him realize that, by bringing sustainability to his work, he could make money and better please his clients.

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Why Headhunters Incessantly Hound You Or Rudely Blow You Off

Forbes Careers

Both active and passive job seekers feel like they have a precarious relationship with headhunters. Some recruiters will not leave you alone and will pressure you into going on an interview. When you desperately need their help, the headhunter ignores your calls, emails and texts and ghosts you.

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Your Guide To Transitioning Into Product Management: Essentials For New PMs

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!

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Rejection vs. Connection

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By Ufuk Mahmutyazicioglu, Life Coach, UNITED STATES. Facilitating Growth Mindset Rejection vs. Connection. Vulnerability is the birth place of connection and the path to the feeling of worthiness. Brenè Brown. We all have a sense of ourselves and we tend to be attached to that sense that gives us security and belonging. Think of a boat anchored in the sea.

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Still feeling good: The US wellness market continues to boom

McKinsey

Our research shows continued growth of consumer interest in health and wellness, with persistent gaps in certain areas presenting exciting opportunities for companies to serve unmet consumer needs.

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Employee Recognition: How Can It Help Counteract The Effects Of A Crisis?

Vantage Circle

A simple "thank you" can make employees feel more appreciated and help boost retention rates. If your employees aren't recognized for their work, they'll take it somewhere else. In this article, we'll explore what The Great Resignation is and ways you can mitigate its impact on your workforce through meaningful employee rewards & recognition programs.

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Bosses Are Winning The Battle To Get Workers Back To The Office

Forbes Careers

Kastle Systems, a key-card property management company that tracks entries into office buildings, indicates that office usage was 47.5% of early 2020 levels for workers in the office over the five business days from September 8 to September 14 in 10 major metro markets.

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Human-Centered Cyber Security Training: Driving Real Impact on Security Culture

Speaker: Speakers:

In today's digital age, having an untrained workforce can be a significant risk to your business. Cyber threats are evolving; without proper training, your employees could be the weakest link in your defense. This webinar empowers leaders like you with the tools and strategies needed to transform your employees into a robust frontline defense against cyber attacks.

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Five Misconceptions About Maintaining Team Alignment on Processes

EOS Worldwide

Achieving and maintaining team alignment on processes can be challenging for any organization, regardless of size or industry. Many misunderstandings exist about what it takes to get everyone on the same page. In this blog, we'll dispel five misconceptions about maintaining team alignment on processes to set your team up for success.

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Resetting the e-commerce model to achieve profitable growth in Europe

McKinsey

Winning EU consumer goods players are reprioritizing channels and markets to drive online sales, shifting to an online-first playbook, and investing in tech and specialist talent.

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How to Overcome Stereotypes in Your Organization

Harvard Business School Online

As diversity and inclusion initiatives rise in the workplace, there have been concerns about the harm stereotypes impose on employee morale. Negative forces—such as racism, sexism, and ageism—have led to class action lawsuits and bad press for organizations. Here’s an overview of workplace stereotypes, the effects they have on businesses, and how to overcome them as an organizational leader.

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3 Personal Branding Mistakes Job Seekers Must Avoid

Forbes Careers

Branding isn’t just for major companies; it can also help you succeed during a job search. A strong personal brand makes you stand out and shows why you’re the best fit for the job—if you avoid these common mistakes.

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Content Distribution Made Easy: Serving Customers Your High Compliance Training

You invest a lot of time and energy in creating high compliance and regulatory training for your customers. And chances are, you want to make it as easy as possible for them to take your courses and track training completion statuses for audit purposes for risk and compliance departments. And if they aren’t able to access your high stakes training, the consequences for your customers can be extremely costly.