Wed.Feb 15, 2023

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5 More Mistakes Coaches Should Avoid

International Coaching Federation

Fact: We can all learn from our mistakes. So, we must not be afraid to commit them. Because it is only by being brave enough to try that we get to fully maximize every opportunity we have to become our own #bestmeever. In this case, become the awesome coaches we are meant to be. By sharing some of the mistakes I made when I was starting in my practice a couple of years ago, I may be able to help other coaches learn along the way.

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Into all problem-solving, a little dissent must fall

McKinsey

In today’s interconnected business environment, companies won’t be able to solve problems effectively without encouraging “contributory dissent”—a healthy approach to gathering diverse perspectives that should be taught to team members, modeled by leaders, and supported by culture.

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Lawmakers Consider Whether Taxpayers Should Foot The Bill For Remote State Workers

Forbes Careers

American workers are becoming fond of flexible work schedules—but are we willing to foot the bill for them?

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Planning for uncertainty in commercial aerospace

McKinsey

Commercial aviation faces its most uncertain future in decades. COVID-depressed demand is now resurging, but there are many uncertainties and challenges for operators and manufacturers to manage.

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8 Pillars of Leadership Development

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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Two New HBS Online Courses Help Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders Navigate Management Challenges

Harvard Business School Online

Business leaders are continually faced with competing priorities and tough decisions. Harvard Business School Online has created two new courses—one to help entrepreneurs launch and profitably grow tech ventures and another for leaders who want to better balance economic, legal, and ethical considerations.

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Why Most New Managers Fail And How To Prevent It

Forbes Careers

Investing in personalized development programs equips new managers with the skills and behaviors they need to succeed.

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23 of the Best Learning and Development (L&D) Blogs

CMOE

When team members spend 130% more time learning , and there’s a 159% increase in CEOs driving L&D initiatives at their organizations, there’s no overlooking the value of L&D. L&D continues to play a pivotal role in managing change and bolstering organizational resilience. Business leaders must consistently prepare with the correct tools and resources to safeguard their people and company.

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CEOs Think Office Mandates Will Improve Company Culture. New Data Says They’re Wrong

Forbes Careers

Employees surveyed in the latest study from Future Forum, Slack’s consortium focused on the future of work, say flexible work policies are the primary reason their company culture is improving.

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How to Improve Employee Productivity and Retention

Up Your Culture

Quiet quitting, burnout, dissatisfaction, disengagement – all of these trends impact employee productivity and retention, and they have one more major thing in common: the leader sets the tone. Set the tone for improved employee productivity and retention by embracing flexibility, matching talent to task, cultivating feedback, and abiding by the Platinum Rule.

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Rekindling US productivity for a new era

McKinsey

Regaining historical rates of productivity growth would add $10 trillion to US GDP—a boost needed to confront workforce shortages, debt, inflation, and the energy transition.

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The Hidden Skills That Separate Good Leaders from Great Ones

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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Despite Economic Headwinds, Employees Still Want To Work For Companies That Care

Forbes Careers

Inflation, recession fears and a brutal wave of job layoffs have done little to dent employees’ desires to work for companies they perceive to be socially and environmentally conscious, and to have corporate values, goals and principles that align with their own, according to new research.

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Fostering Effective Team Communication Through Management Training

SME Strategy

SME Strategy is a strategy consulting company that specializes in aligning teams around their vision, mission, values, goals, and action plans. Learn more about how we can help you and your team create a strategic plan with our strategic planning facilitator and ensure your strategy gets cascaded throughout your organization with our strategy consulting services.

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Inflation And Rising Costs Create Fear Of Having To Work Into Your 70s

Forbes Careers

Record-high inflation, rising interest rates and the costs of everything, from food to gas to apartment rentals and home prices, create the palpable fear of outliving your savings.

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Forward Thinking on what deep history might tell us about today’s turbulent times with Alan Taylor

McKinsey

A leading economist uses a historical lens to gain insights into the economic consequences of pandemics, likely trends in wealth and globalization, and whether current economic turbulence signals the start of a new era.

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Building Compliant Workplace Violence Prevention Across States: CA SB-553 | NY S. 8358B

Speaker: Speakers:

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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Telling Fun Stories In Children’s Programming With Animation Show Creator Elizabeth Ito

Forbes Careers

Elizabeth Ito has been working as a creator, writer, director, and storyboard artist in the animation industry since 2004.

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Making the leap from R&D to fully integrated biotech for first launch

McKinsey

Many biotechs struggle with growing pains as they near their first product launch. The transition to commercial success may require shifts in organization, processes, capabilities, and mindsets.

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How To Get Off The Collaboration Hamster Wheel

Forbes Careers

"Collaboration" has the potential to produce excellent results—or frustration and drama. Here's some expert advice on making it work.

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Banks’ core technology conundrum reaches an inflection point

McKinsey

The founder and CEO of Thought Machine talks with McKinsey about how advances in cloud-based solutions are helping banks meet the technology challenge.

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How to Set Better OKRs and Drive Results

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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How To Overcome The Career Challenge That 82% Of Successful Professionals Face

Forbes Careers

Have you ever downplayed your expertise because you felt like a fraud? You're not alone.

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Vanessa Hudgens on striving to be strong and aware

The Creative Mind

Like many actors who want to develop their talents, Vanessa Hudgens observes people, and uses the experience for developing characters and also personal growth. Hudgens chose to act in “Sucker Punch” because she found the movie’s underlying message empowering. She said the male fantasy outfits she and other actors wore – particularly in battle scenes […] The post Vanessa Hudgens on striving to be strong and aware appeared first on The Creative Mind.

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Stress, Loneliness, & Overcommitment Predict Lawyer Suicide Risk

Forbes Careers

High levels of perceived stress, high levels of work overcommitment, and loneliness are all significantly associated with an increased risk of suicidal ideation among lawyers.

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The Best of the Best: The 26 Newsletters You Must Read in 2023!

Purple Crest

We look at some of the best newsletters available for you to read today! Newsletters have become an important aspect of our day-to-day lives. The number of individuals who favour receiving information via email has increased. This has resulted in an exponential rise in the number of published newsletters. If you want to stay abreast of current events or the latest gossip, there’s a newsletter for everyone.

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Automation, Evolved: Your New Playbook for Smarter Knowledge Work

Speaker: Frank Taliano

Documents are the backbone of enterprise operations, but they are also a common source of inefficiency. From buried insights to manual handoffs, document-based workflows can quietly stall decision-making and drain resources. For large, complex organizations, legacy systems and siloed processes create friction that AI is uniquely positioned to resolve.

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Leaders Who Manage By Fear Make Everyone Less Secure

Forbes Careers

Good leaders are masters at making those around them to feel safer and be more courageous than they might others be. Leaders who manage by fear ultimately make everyone less secure.

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It’s a Match: Match Group Renews Partnership with Correlation One

Correlation One

Correlation One is excited to announce that Match Group has renewed its commitment as a Data Science for All (DS4A) Employer Partner for 2023.

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How To Get Off The Collaboration Hamster Wheel

Forbes Careers

"Collaboration" can come with many pitfalls. But when it's done right, great things can be accomplished. Here's some expert advice.

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Are you setting realistic business goals? 

MindManager

As a business owner or team leader, it’s natural to set the standards high. It’s an inherent characteristic of leaders to want the best for their organizations, teams, and customers, after all. However, aiming too high can sometimes be detrimental to your organization’s growth and success. Rather than setting unattainable standards or goals for yourself […] The post Are you setting realistic business goals?

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Future-Proof Your Talent Pipeline

Get ready for the future of business. As HR navigates an ongoing labor shortage, leaders need stronger, more adaptable recruiting strategies. Do you have the tools you need to build a talent pipeline that drives sustainable business growth?

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Crying at Work Is Okay, and Here’s How to Handle It

BetterUp

Jump to section Is crying a sign of weakness? 5 ways to stop crying when mad or upset Tips to address crying courageously What to do when someone cries Your mental health is a priority Find comfort in your emotions Emotional release can help you decompress and feel better when you’re upset. But in some situations, crying might feel embarras sing or unwanted.

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Conventionality vs. Individuality

International Coach Academy

A Coaching Power Tool By Lucy Todd, Career Transition Coach, UNITED STATES The Difference Between Conventionality vs. Individuality How a Conventionality Mindset Shows Up When someone feels that they “should” be thinking or doing something differently, it’s often a sign that they’re viewing their thoughts, habits, or goals from a perspective of Conventionality.