Sat.Nov 05, 2022 - Fri.Nov 11, 2022

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Tips on Coaching: Conduct an Effective Coaching Session

Master Coach University

Tips on Coaching Here are some tips on coaching and conducting an effective coaching session: Set the stage for success You need to set the stage for success to get the best results from your coaching session. This means creating a safe environment in which open communication can occur. This can be challenging when working […].

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How to Make an Even Better Career Elevator Pitch

Let's Grow Leaders

Use this Simple Technique for a Better Career Elevator Pitch. Do you ever think of exactly the right thing to say — your perfect career elevator pitch — the moment you walk away from the conversation? Do you want to make a better impression when you have only a few moments to share your ideas or ask for something you need? Today on Asking for a Friend , we go old-school and talk about a very practical, and easy-to-implement technique for getting people’s attention and making an

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Fixed Thinking vs. Growth Oriented Mindset

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By Mariam Alloush, Growth Mindset Coach, CANADA. Fixed Thinking vs. Growth Oriented Mindset. There is a famous quote by the stoic Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius who said. the happiness of your life depends upon the quality of your thoughts. Let’s unpack this nugget of wisdom and get to the bottom of what it means and why it matters.

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Creative blocks, and what to do about them

The Creative Life

What to do when the ideas won't come. The post Creative blocks, and what to do about them appeared first on The Creative Life.

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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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The Road to Becoming a Master Certified Coach (MCC)

Master Coach University

Being a Master Certified Coach (MCC) is an honor few people earn. People who are certified as MCCs are not coaches who just train or teach and hand out certificates to those they deem ready. They are not just those with the best self-developed training programs or techniques. This guide will give you an inside […].

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How People Are Like Trees and Why That Will Help Your Leadership

Let's Grow Leaders

People are a lot like trees. You can’t make a tree do something, and the same holds true for people. No person brings the entire package to their work, just like no tree brings everything for every environment that you could possibly want. That’s not how any of it works. You’ll help your leadership when you can embrace and recognize the strengths that people bring and invest in that.

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Scaling up: How founder CEOs and teams can go beyond aspiration to ascent

McKinsey

For many start-ups, the challenge is no longer about securing capital—it’s about learning how to restructure themselves as fast as their products or organizations can evolve.

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Coaching Bytes from the Ajit Nawalkha Instagram

Master Coach University

Wanna learn coaching skills from the Ajit Nawalkha Instagram? To give you a bit of a backgrounder, he is one of the most respected coaches in the world. He is a Certified Master Practitioner, an International Coach Federation accredited coach, a member of the Association for Coaching, and a Certified Transformational Life Coach. He’s also […].

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How to Know if Your Boss is a Micromanager (or if you just need help)

Let's Grow Leaders

Is it micromanagement or the support you need? One of the biggest requests for help we receive is, “How do I deal with my micromanager boss?” In fact, that phrase consistently ranks in the top “ Asking for a Friend” questions in our Leadership Development Programs. Over-involved managers frustrate people all over the world, telling them what to do, slowing them down, and getting in the way.

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Confirmation Bias

International Coach Academy

A Research Paper By Marcela Bubnikova, Life Coach, SWITZERLAND. Why It Is Important to Understand Confirmation Bias and How to Manage It. In this paper, I will discuss confirmation bias which is one of the most common cognitive distortions. I believe that learning about confirmation bias significantly influences a coach´s competencies and skills to help their clients.

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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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Delighting In A Playful Frog Brand With Entrepreneur Rainylune

Forbes Careers

Rachel Reichenbach is an artist and entrepreneur, who launched a business based on her drawings of cute and chaotic frogs who like to commit crimes.

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How to Charge For Coaching

Master Coach University

A coach recently complained that their potential clients resisted PAYING for coaching… …so she struggled getting them to ‘cross the finish line’, and ENROLL. She said “Giving valuable coaching isn’t my problem… it’s CHARGING for coaching that seems to elude me.” The process of CHARGING for coaching permeates every coaching practice… UNATTRACTIVE charging practices kill […].

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Building a world-class Dutch start-up ecosystem

McKinsey

A strategy to both increase the number of start-ups and facilitate their ability to scale can elevate the Netherlands to a global leader in the world of entrepreneurship ecosystems.

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SONGBIRD

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Model By Suyin Ong, Cancer & Parenting Coach, MALAYSIA. SONGBIRD Is an Important Part of Who I Am and What I Stand For. My name is Suyin Ong. I strongly believe that everyone can unleash and actualize their potential if we know our unique strengths and have the tools to overcome their challenges. The two niches I would like to embark on as these experiences are interwoven in my life and with it comes distinctive challenges: Parenting.

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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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A closer look at Effie – a unique writing and mind mapping tool

Mind Mapping Software

Effie is a unique writing tool that combines a minimalist text-based interface that’s suitable for everything from jotting down an idea to writing a book with a mind mapping tool that enables you to view your thoughts and ideas in a different context. I recently had the opportunity to interview Nate Lee, the product manager and CEO of Effie, to learn more about the thinking behind it, how it streamlines idea capture, nurturing and writing and what makes it truly unique.

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Survey extended to 14th November: Careers in the construction industry

Adventures in Career Development

Photo by Monica Silvestre on Pexels.com. We have been running a survey on behalf of the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) as part of a major new piece of research looking at careers in construction. Thank you to everyone who reads this blog who has been completing it. We have had a really good response from careers professionals of all types.

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Living longer in better health: Six shifts needed for healthy aging

McKinsey

As many individuals live well past retirement age, stakeholders are examining how interventions, data, and innovation can transform aging.

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Women Set Lower Minimum Salary Requirements Than Men, According To Job Search Platform

Forbes Careers

New data from tech job search platform Otta reveals that women job candidates provide lower minimum salary requirements than men. The differences emerged across the board. For every role and every level of experience, women are setting their minimum salary on Otta 7-20% lower than men.

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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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What Hustle Culture Is And 5 Ways to Prevent It

BetterUp

We’ve all heard about hustle culture. It’s a notion embedded deeply into our societal and professional norms. In fact, it’s been romanticized as something we know as the American Dream. This idea is that anyone anywhere can reach their goals if only for one thing: they hustle and work hard to achieve them. But we also know there are some real problems with burnout and stress.

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Careers leadership: An idea whose time has come

Adventures in Career Development

This article was written by David Andrews and myself and originally published on the Trotman Indigo website to announce the publication of The Careers Leader Handbook. In it we discuss the publication of the handbook and why we think that the development of the concept of careers leadership has been so important. Why careers matter. Our careers ensure that we can put food on the table, but they are also where we enact our values (or at least try to), where we participate in our communities, help

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When things get rocky, practice deliberate calm

McKinsey

When faced with an unfamiliar crisis, most leaders spring into action. But wait—here’s why it’s better for those in charge to pause instead of pounce.

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How To Determine Your Superpowers And Use Them To Supercharge Your Success

Forbes Careers

Can you describe what makes you exceptional? Get clear about your superpowers and use them to stand out and achieve your goals.

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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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The Digital Employee Experience (DEX): 6 Virtual Retention Tactics

BetterUp

With the increase in remote and hybrid work, a digital employee experience is more important than ever. Technology has enabled employees to work from kitchen islands, dining room tables, and corner coffee shops. Yet in order to attract and retain top talent, organizations need to invest in creating a positive digital experience (DEX).

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A Beginner’s Guide to Value-Based Strategy

Harvard Business School Online

Whether you’re a new product manager about to launch a product or service, an entrepreneur just getting your venture off the ground, or a business leader reevaluating the direction of your company, it’s crucial to have the right pricing strategy to maximize profits. Here's an in-depth examination of value-based pricing, including an overview of the value stick framework and the different components that make it so effective.

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Author Talks: In defense of big data

McKinsey

Public discourse is often wary of automation, AI, and data collection, but along with the risks of digital technology comes its power to address climate change and prevent discrimination.

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70% Aren’t Prepared For The Future Of Work: Demands For Upskilling Surge

Forbes Careers

People feel motivated to learn, and the big thing that will keep them engaged and doing their best work is development opportunities. Organizations can take some specific actions to ensure they’re able to deliver what employees want and what will benefit the business as well.

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

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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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A three legged stool: The Importance of Supervision

The Coaching Blog

I am delighted to invite you to our monthly Noble Manhattan Adolescent and Child Coaching Support Group meeting. These meetings comprise speakers, question time and discussion. There will also be a chance to meet other interested people. When: Wed 9 November 2022 1800 (UK=GMT). BOOK YOUR PLACE HERE. Our guest speaker for November is David Monro-Jones , a highly experienced coach and mentor, as you would expect of the Chief Operations Officer of the International Authority for Professional Coach

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7 Benefits of Getting an MBA

Harvard Business School Online

If you’re considering pursuing an MBA, you’re not alone. Over 250,000 individuals were enrolled in MBA programs worldwide in April 2022, and it’s been the most popular graduate degree in the United States since 2011. What makes this degree so popular, and how do you know if it’s right for you? Here are seven benefits of getting an MBA, tips for assessing whether to pursue one, and how to prepare.

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Four key capabilities to strengthen a fraud management system

McKinsey

In the face of new fraud methods and increasing incidence of fraud, companies must continually identify and address vulnerabilities. Success will require core capabilities in four areas.

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Comedy’s New Role In The Workplace, Replacing The Dreaded Happy Hour

Forbes Careers

The innovative use of laughter as an antidote to work stress and mental health challenges—and not solely as an outlet for entertainment—is showing promise and gaining traction in the corporate workplace.

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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.