Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 3, 2014
'Every time “Elizabeth” asks her boss, “Carol” for feedback, Carol tells her she’s “doing great.” But this is Elizabeth’s 5th year in the same job and she’s starting to wonder. She’s watched peers who don’t seem any more qualified get promoted or selected for special assignments. Her performance reviews are always solid, but never outstanding. […] The post 8 Questions You Should Ask Your Boss appeared first on Let'
Penelope Trunk
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
'Did you notice there is a person in hiding on the Quistic team page ? He won’t let me show you his picture or give you his real name because he’s scared people will find out he works for an American company and they will come to his house to take his money. “What? Who would do that?” I ask. “The mob. Or the police. In Ukraine it’s the same thing.” So I used this site that picks Russian names to find one for our team page.
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Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
'To produce a climate of innovation that trickles down from the top, start by following this effective formula for leadership role modeling.
Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 5, 2014
'Considering a new job? A new career? Wondering if you should take that promotion or explore opportunities at other companies? Whatever career decision you’re facing, you certainly want to be smart about it. That’s where I come in! In my most recent interview on Fox 31 Denver’s Good Day Colorado , I shared specific steps to help ensure your next career decision is a good one.
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.
Profitable Problem Solving
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
Trends I love for 2014 I know – I know… The previous blog promised that the next one would cover the importance of building on your core values to create a vision and mission for your company that will inspire both customers and employees. And the very next one will. I promise. But I’m going […]. The post Welcome Guest-blogger Nellie Greely and her focus on Trends to watch for in 2014 appeared first on Profitable Problem Solving.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 10, 2014
'“Hello, How are Y…?” “Carl” interrupted my greeting before I could finish. “Karin, I have to leave my company.” Not your typical Saturday morning phone call. He was fired up. He’s an old friend, and he’d been with his company for nearly two decades. I figured he was calling to have me […] The post When Running Away is Running Toward appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 14, 2014
'This month’s Frontline Festival sets a new record for submissions. I am grateful for all the experts sharing their insights on creating connection. Connecting the Dots Dan Rockwell, Leadership Freak shares Mintzberg Rejects Macro-Leadership. When Dan asked Henry Mintzberg for the advice he most frequently sharing with leaders and managers, he said one word, “Connect.” Follow Dan @leadershipfreak […] The post Expert Advice on Creating Connection: A Frontline Festival a
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
'Work should be fun, but should it be playful? Pause here. What were your first reactions when you read those words? Perhaps some of these thoughts are running through your mind… “Work is not fun, that’s why they call it work” “Play” is not good for my leadership image “Sometimes, in the right context.” In […] The post When Work is Play appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 5, 2014
'“Our DNA is as a consumer company – for that individual customer who’s voting thumbs up or thumbs down. That’s who we think about. And we think that our job is to take responsibility for the complete user experience. And if it’s not up to par, it’s our fault, plain and simply.” -Steve Jobs The […] The post What Great Customer Service Looks Like appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
'“I’ve failed.” Mark’s voice shook as we met to discuss next steps for Lisa, his troubled employee. He’d tried everything to help Lisa succeed. She’d get better for a while, but then her old habits would surface. Lisa was impacting the team and results. It was time for her to find something new. ”I can’t […] The post The Trouble With Servant Leaders appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 24, 2014
'Like other good things in life, a great boss relationship, taken to extremes, can wreak havoc with your career. I’ve seen otherwise smart and talented people lose credibility by over-aligning with a great boss. Be sure to diversify your relationship investments. Perhaps you’ll recognize these career-derailing characters. Avoid these common traps.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 7, 2014
'A Guest Post from Rose Fass, CEO, fassforward Many leaders talk a good game. Some have even managed to talk their way to the top. But ironically, there’s one leadership quality that often gets the silent treatment. It’s listening to how the message was received. Politicians are masters of message discipline. They speak in sound […] The post 3 Listening Lessons We Can All Use From Political Leadership appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 12, 2014
'“I wasn’t real quick, and I wasn’t real strong. Some guys will just take off and it’s like, whoa. So I beat them with my mind and my fundamentals.” -Larry Bird I walked into the call center training room and the team was all working on the call center equivalent of a basketball “3 pointer” […] The post Focus on the Fundamentals appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 28, 2014
'“Being Politically Correct means always having to say you’re sorry.” -Charles Osgood As we warm-up to Mean It Madness month on Let’s Grow Leaders, I’ve taken our show on the road. I’m honored to be included in the SmartBlog and Switch and Shift Joint series on Communication. Great authors, great reads. I encourage you to check it […] The post Why To Be Unpopular in a Politically Correct World appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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
Let's Grow Leaders
FEBRUARY 17, 2014
'“If we do what is necessary, all the odds are in our favor.” -Charles Buxton The odds are against you. With all your imperfections, odds are… Someone else is more qualified Your marriage won’t last Your new business will fail The publisher will reject you You won’t win the election You’ll never make the olympic […] The post Winning Against the Odds: Olympic Imperfection appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Penelope Trunk
FEBRUARY 19, 2014
'This is an excerpt from an article I wrote for More magazine titled, Could Your Boss Have Aspergers? I was thinking that the article is so good and someone should give me a book deal from it. Then when an agent contacted me I remembered that I can’t stand having a book contract hanging over my head. But I like this article, so I’m posting an excerpt below, and you can read the whole article at More magazine.
Penelope Trunk
FEBRUARY 17, 2014
'While Generation X did not give a crap about building corporate America , Generation Y defined its own paths through corporate life, all largely non-linear, family-centric, and gold-star focused. If an achievement can’t be conveyed through social media then it doesn’t exist. The Organiziation Man is no more. History is the study of the cycles of human development: war and peace, the rise and fall of civilizations, and the ebb and flow of generations.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
'When consumers are rude and abrasive, it''s up to managers to help employees deal with the stress.
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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.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
'Leaders must learn to tell the difference between strong emotions that can lead to constructive change, and those that can tear an organization apart.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 14, 2014
'An interactive look at how the world''s most valuable emerging companies stack up.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
'When CEOs join new companies, they tend to disinvest in old projects left over from the previous regime that are failing or losing money. But the more entrenched they become in their companies, the more they invest in pet projects of their own which may also be ill-advised.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
'Roger Martin, author of Playing to Win: How Strategy Really Works , introduces a lesson on the proper foundation for core competencies from Compete Smarter, Not Harder: A Process for Developing the Right Priorities through Strategic Thinking , by William Putsis.
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.
Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 13, 2014
'It’s that time of year again where love is in the air. I know most people don’t use the word “love” very often when discussing their work, but I think we should change that. So today, in honor of V-day, I’d like to share a few tips to help you fall in love with your job…again. Why do I say “again”? Well, I’m willing to bet at some point—whether in the distant past or more recently—you actually did love your job.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 16, 2014
'Thought leader Rita Gunther McGrath, author of The End of Competitive Advantage , describes the ramifications of transient competitive advantage on corporate strategy and organizational structure.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 18, 2014
'What do great leaders and great athletes have in common? They both work really hard to be the best.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 28, 2014
'A new infographic tells the story of Facebook over the past decade, from college intranet to global sensation.
Speaker: Tim Sarrantonio, Director of Corporate Brand
Do you really know your donors? Not just what they give, but who they are? 👥 In this interactive session, we’ll break down how nonprofits can use behavioral indicators (affinity, recency, frequency, and monetary value) to build prospecting segments that go beyond wealth screening and actually align with donor identity. You’ll walk away with practical strategies to move beyond basic demographics and cultivate supporters based on how they already engage with you!
Eat Your Career
FEBRUARY 23, 2014
'In case you missed it, I hosted my quarterly free coaching call a little while back. You can listen to the recording using the audio player below or download the MP3 if you’d like. Please note: The sound quality isn’t perfect. I’m in the process of upgrading my technology setup so hopefully, in the future, this won’t be an issue. Thanks for understanding.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 27, 2014
'When consumers are rude and abrasive, it''s up to managers to help employees deal with the stress.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
'Rita Gunther McGrath reveals why innovation and strategy have converged--and what that means for how companies do business. For more related insights, read " The Thought Leader Interview: Rita Gunther McGrath.
Strategy+Business
FEBRUARY 26, 2014
'Leaders must learn to tell the difference between strong emotions that can lead to constructive change, and those that can tear an organization apart.
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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