Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The startup world tends to focus heavily on so-called unicorns, but new research suggests that might be the wrong approach for societies to take to boost their economy.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As the auto market embraces electric vehicles, battery demand is soaring. Bold moves in gigafactory construction, supply chain strategy, and talent acquisition can help industry players get ahead.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Alexa Heinrich is an award-winning social media manager in Central Florida and the creator of the websites Accessible Social and Social Media Tea.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The current model of universal retail banking is unsustainable over the long term. To thrive, banks need to reinvent themselves, focusing on businesses where they can achieve and extend market leadership in the new digital world.

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Speaker: Brian Richardson, Brian Richardson, Founder and CEO of Richardson Consulting Group

Let’s face it—most ethics and compliance trainings aren’t winning awards for engagement. But that doesn’t mean they can’t be effective, relevant, and maybe even enjoyable! Join expert Brian Richardson for a dynamic session on how to breathe new life into your ethics and compliance training programs. You’ll discover creative strategies to turn traditionally dry topics into meaningful learning experiences that resonate and drive real change.

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Your Work, Your Way

OCTOBER 18, 2022

In a previous post , I cited Cheryl Strauss Einhorn, the founder and CEO of Decisive, a decision sciences company. She’s studied how people make decisions for years, and has written a book called Problem Solver: Maximizing Your Strengths to Make Better Decisions. She’s developed five decision archetypes (find the descriptions here.) She says that each style has useful strengths, but they each also have blind spots.

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Harvard Business School Online

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Six HBS Online Chapters submitted proposals to help Empowered to Educate expand into new countries to spread the impact of its fellowship program for women educators. Learn more about the winning proposal and what's next for Empowered to Educate.

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Vantage Circle

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Look around. Do you see yellow leaves? Yes, the fall has arrived, and the winter is coming. Along with it comes the season of spookiness and costume parties, which is Halloween. It is the time to feast, not only with friends and family but alow with colleagues. If you're looking to celebrate Halloween at work, this article features the best Halloween potluck ideas for employees to engage, communicate and have fun.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Research shows that only 30% of all changes are successful because people grow weary of changing when efforts are unsuccessful or unsustainable over time. These 4 tips can help you learn to normalize change.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

At a B20 side event in Indonesia, “Technology and market innovation for decarbonization,” McKinsey’s Martin Santoso laid out the firm’s contributions.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Nearly every company conducts an employee engagement survey. But employee survey research from Leadership IQ finds that only 22% of companies are achieving good results from their employee engagement surveys.

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Advertiser: Paycor

Mid-year performance reviews aren’t just boxes for HR to check. Paycor’s toolkit empowers leaders to: Identify high-potential team members. Boost engagement with meaningful feedback. Support struggling employees. Nurture top talent to drive results. Learn how to ignite employee potential through meaningful feedback. When you nurture top talent, everybody wins.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As global demand for low-carbon batteries accelerates, Northvolt’s CEO plans to scale a sustainable and profitable business at record speed.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Primal beliefs shape the way we view our work, our relationships, and our lives. Here's what leaders need to know, based on new research for greater engagement.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Few chief executives have faced the challenge of leading a company through an inflationary spike like today’s. How can CEOs guide their management teams, employees, boards, and a wide range of external stakeholders through this period? Partner Mahima Chugh outlines the five levers companies can take to stay resilient amid volatility.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

With a recession looming, it’s normal to feel anxious about keeping your job or landing a new one. Rather than worry too much, take these concrete steps to put yourself in the best position possible to weather any tough times ahead.

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Speaker: Amie Phillips Pablo, VP, Corporate Compliance & Privacy Officer at Novo Nordisk

In today’s complex healthcare environment, navigating third-party relationships has become even more challenging—whether it’s vendor relationships, employee activities, or patient-facing interactions. Left unmanaged, these conflicts can compromise trust, regulatory compliance, and even organizational reputation. So, how can healthcare teams stay ahead?

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Bob Sternfels, McKinsey’s Global Managing Partner, elaborates on the imperative for resilience in Asia and why it’ll be key for companies to thrive in this era of volatility.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Losing your job is one of life's most stressful events with most people unprepared for this life-changing news. Reframe your thinking and focus on this opportunity to land a better, higher-paying job.

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Career Leadership 84

Coach Training World

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The post 5 Steps to Get Your Employer to Pay for Your Coach Training appeared first on Coach Training World.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

As you read these stories, reflect on your own interview preparation: can you do what they did? Are there skills or attributes that are lacking in your interviews? What support do you need to fill any performance gaps?

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Advertiser: Paycor

Great leadership development is the key to sustainable business growth. Are you ready to design an effective program? HR can use Paycor’s framework to: Set achievable goals. Align employee and company needs. Support different learning styles. Empower the next generation of leaders. Invest in your company’s future with a strong leadership development program.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Sharpen your problem-solving skills the McKinsey way, with our weekly crossword. Each puzzle is created with the McKinsey audience in mind, and includes a subtle (and sometimes not-so-subtle) business theme for you to find. Answers that are directionally correct may not cut it if you’re looking for a quick win.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Are you looking to get ahead and earn more money? Here are seven strategies to help you become a prime candidate for your desired position.

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Business leaders predict that by 2026, half of their revenues will come from products, services, or businesses that haven’t yet been created. Why is new business building emerging as a top priority for CEOs and companies? Partner Vivek Lath explains how new business building can help bridge that gap through sustainable, inclusive growth.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Environment, including who is working from where independently or interdependently, is a core component of culture and inextricably linked to behaviors, relationships, attitudes and values.

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Speaker: Chandra McCormack, CPA, MBA, NACD.DC

Technical degrees might open doors—but it’s the soft skills that keep them open. In the face of disruption, evolving workplace dynamics, and rising expectations of leadership, soft skills like communication, emotional intelligence, and presence have become core business essentials—not nice-to-haves. Inspired by stories from her father coupled with her own career journey, seasoned executive Chandra McCormack breaks down how to lead with impact, connect with purpose, and cultivate a workplace cult

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McKinsey

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The current combination of shocks has created perhaps the most challenging environment management teams have ever faced—and one that likely won’t change anytime soon. Entering an age of volatility, what can CEOs do to thrive? Senior Partner Richard Lee talks about why it’s important to play offense and defense at the same time.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Before they decided to leave Stanford University and relocate so that Nathan could teach at INSEAD, the couple had a host of challenges stacked against them: debt, the needs of four young children, and Nathan’s unfinished Ph.D. dissertation.

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Rachel B. Garrett

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Often clients come to me feeling stuck and torn on what they should do next. They may. Have deep relationships at their current organization, but still have a gut feeling that it’s time to go. Be bored and dragging their feet on doing that same task for the gazillionth time. Be "quiet quitting." Phoning it in, waiting for a lightning bolt to strike them with an idea for what’s next.

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BetterUp

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Conflict is an unavoidable part of any workplace, as well as in any relationship. Whether you’re at odds with a coworker, your spouse, or your best friend, how you manage those conflicts makes all the difference. It’s an essential part of building strong personal relationships and maintaining healthy business relationships. On some levels, we each hold different conflict management styles that help inform how we react to conflict.

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Workplace violence prevention laws are rapidly evolving, with California’s SB-553 and New York’s Retail Worker Safety Act (S-8358B) leading the way. Join WILL’s experts for a nationwide webinar covering compliance requirements, with a special focus on these key state mandates. We’ll guide you through developing and implementing effective prevention policies, building a compliant plan, and delivering the required annual interactive training.

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Forbes Careers

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Just a few years ago Mohamed Kamara—with no formal healthcare background—pivoted from a comfortable, successful career in finance to follow a passion motivated by personal tragedy. He developed a virtual culturally-sensitive gynecology platform to modernize care for women of color.

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BetterUp

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Jump to section. What is a recession, and what can cause one? Who loses jobs in a recession? What are the best jobs during a recession? What can you do to protect yourself against a recession? What to do if you’re laid off. Don’t lose hope.

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BetterUp

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Jump to section. How long is too long to stay in one role? Signs you’re ready for the next level. How to ask for a promotion. I didn’t get a promotion. Should I quit? You deserve the best.

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Professional development Development 52

BetterUp

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Jump to section. Breaking down full-time vs. part-time. What are the differences between full-time and part-time workers? From the employer's perspective, what are the benefits of hiring a full-time worker vs. a part-time worker? Debating between part-time versus full-time hours?

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Advertiser: Paycor

Before you can achieve success, you have to define it. Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) give you the framework to do just that. Paycor’s free guide includes a step-by-step process leaders can use to work toward – and achieve – their loftiest business goals.

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