September, 2020

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Beyond the Basics: Online Meetings that Don’t Suck Your Soul

Let's Grow Leaders

We don’t hate online meetings – we hate soul-sucking wastes of time After months of online meetings, video conferences, Zoom, and Teams meetings, you’ve mastered the basics: You’ve got light in front of you (not behind you) so we can see you […]. The post Beyond the Basics: Online Meetings that Don’t Suck Your Soul appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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How to Influence others at Work

Career Advancement

“The key to successful leadership today is influence, not authority.” ~ Ken Blanchard. Haleigh had been working for months to enhance others’ perception of her. She felt like she was slipping under the radar and needed to increase her visibility in her organization. After taking on several high-profile projects and solving one major problem that had been troubling her boss, she knew she had met those goals.

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How to Build Your Creative Resilience

Creativity at Work

How to Build Your Creative ResilienceWhen faced with disruptive change and turmoil we are called upon to be resilient We are all on a Hero's Journey these days, as we endure the COVID pandemic. We cannot return to the way things were, so we are living in a liminal space between two worlds, the one that has ended, and another [.].

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Research Shows That Individual Purpose is Critical

On The Job

These are uncertain times for many people, including employees. Will they have a job next week? Will they work from home next month or will they be called back into the office? Will continuing to work remotely hurt their careers? Will they be given pay raises this year or be able to take time off? Do they even want to do what they're doing anymore? A new report by McKinsey & Co. stresses that during these uncertain times, it's important that employees have a sense of individual purpose "that

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HIA Technologies Turns a New Chapter in Professional Development and Training

HIA Technologies announces the launch of Qvio™️ - transforming video engagement with two-way interactivity. With Qvio viewers can ask questions and get instant answers from the content owner's Author-Controlled AI™️.

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Power Plant 4.0: Embracing next-generation technologies for power plant digitization

McKinsey

As industry 4.0 technology continues to advance, existing data can be harnessed to develop machine-learning solutions that deliver real value, optimize decision making, increase flexibility, and attract top talent.

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9 Mistakes That Sabotage Collaboration and Destroy Trust

Let's Grow Leaders

You’re working hard and want to win. So do your co-workers. You think, “we’re all on the same team, so why does everything we do seem to sabotage collaboration?” Ironically, it’s usually the well-meaning, high-achievers that find it easiest to inadvertently sabotage […]. The post 9 Mistakes That Sabotage Collaboration and Destroy Trust appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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How to Demonstrate Teamwork in the Workplace

CMOE

Great teamwork is essential for surviving, thriving, and being exceptional in the modern workplace. It’s impossible for a team to innovate, stand out, or add superior value without superior teamwork skills. Individual talent just isn’t enough. More than skill, subject-matter knowledge, or industry experience, organizations need workers who understand the principles of teamwork and how to apply them.

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Do Positive or Negative Emotions Make You More Creative?

Creativity at Work

Do Positive or Negative Emotions Make You More Creative?Conventional wisdom from the field of psychology tells us that positive emotions are most conducive to creativity while negative emotions are detrimental. Yet, negative moods have some surprising benefits in terms of stimulating creativity.[1] With no end in sight to the coronavirus pandemic, this is an ideal time to use your emotions as a therapeutic [.].

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5 Steps That Can Lead to Greater Happiness, Career Success

On The Job

Are you tired? Bored? Frustrated? Burned out? All of the above? As the pandemic drags on, everyone is feeling some (or all) of these things. We've worked all the crossword puzzles, we've baked and eaten bread until the only pants that fit are ones we normally sleep in and we feel that one more Zoom meeting may push us over the edge. I have a solution for many of you.

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The Ultimate LMS Buyer’s Guide: Everything You Need to Know When Purchasing an LMS

Whether you’re shopping for your very first learning management system (LMS) or looking to upgrade, the process can be overwhelming. With so many vendor options, each with its own multitude of features and pricing structures, even the most seasoned educators, trainers, and business leaders can feel lost in a sea of choices! Finding the LMS that’s best suited for your organization requires a planned, strategic approach.

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Transforming the US consumer bank for the next normal

McKinsey

A “wait and see” approach to transformation will not work for banks. Instead, it is a moment for radical creativity. Banks that reimagine how they engage their customers and empower their employees will emerge as leaders.

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4 Methods to Shortlist Candidates for a Perfect Hire

Vantage Circle

One of the most crucial responsibilities of an H.R. is hiring. It makes up for a large part of the job and rightfully so. Hiring the right people is a pre-requisite to a successful business. After all, it is the workforce that does all the work, so you must have the right individuals in your group. It is for these reasons why hiring is a must-have talent for all H.R. managers.

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Frontline Festival: Leaders Share about Innovation and Imagination

Let's Grow Leaders

In this month’s Frontline Festival, top leadership experts share their perspectives and insights on innovation and imagination. Thanks to Joy and Tom Guthrie of Vizwerx Group for the great pic and to all our contributors. We’re also delighted to feature Chip Bell, who […]. The post Frontline Festival: Leaders Share about Innovation and Imagination appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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Nonprofit Branding: Complete Guide to Building a Strong Nonprofit Brand in 2020

crowdspring

The definitive nonprofit branding guide to creating a strong and memorable brand identity for your nonprofit organization in 2020.

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SME Relationships: Proven Solutions for Seamless Collaboration and Success

Speaker: Tim Buteyn, President of ThinkingKap Learning Solutions

💢 Do you find yourself stuck in never-ending review cycles? Are you wondering if your Subject Matter Expert actually got that last review request? Are you having trouble trying to decipher impractical or conflicting feedback? 💢 If any of these scenarios sounds familiar, you may benefit from a crash course on managing SME relationships!

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Leading Without Authority: Tips for the “Unofficial” Leader (Webinar)

Eat Your Career

Join us for this month’s free webinar on the topic of Leading Without Authority: Tips for the “Unofficial” Leader. Date : Wednesday, September 16, 2020. Time : 11:00 AM Pacific | 12:00 PM Mountain | 1:00 PM Central | 2:00 PM Eastern. Sign up for the Eat Your Career Newsletter to receive registration information: [link]. Leadership is not reserved solely for those who have formal leadership titles.

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4 Ways to Bond With a Team Virtually When You're a Newbie

On The Job

When working remotely -- or working onsite with a reduced team -- it can be difficult to navigate interpersonal relationships with your colleagues or bosses. The casual interactions throughout the day, the meetings where general announcements are made and all the dozens of other ways that you learn and grow your career are gone for now. While this is difficult for seasoned workers, imagine how hard it must be for newbies.

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An experiment to inform universal basic income

McKinsey

As income inequality and economic upheaval take center stage, is a guaranteed minimum income worth considering? Results from a two-year experiment in Finland offer clues.

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How To Make Remote Team Collaboration More Successful

Vantage Circle

How to be productive when you are working from home ? Or how to collaborate with team members if you are new to this work culture ? These are a few search queries that you might have googled. We all are clueless in this situation. Many have blended with this culture and thriving, and at the same time, some leaders are trying hard to build a collaborative remote workforce.

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eWOW 2023 Virtual Summit #OwnYourGrowth

At eWOW, we are all about holistic growth – personal and professional. Growth that goes beyond a job title and paycheck. This year, eWOW 2023 virtual summit focuses on owning your growth – an action plan that will help you chart your path to success that is unique to you.

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How to Be Compassionate Without Destroying Consistency

Let's Grow Leaders

The other day, “Joe” reached out with a genuine dilemma. Throughout this crisis, he’s encouraged his supervisors to be compassionate. Because, like you, he knows that everyone is dealing with their own set of challenging circumstances. Like you, he’s focused on doing […]. The post How to Be Compassionate Without Destroying Consistency appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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5 Common Self-Publishing Mistakes To Avoid and What to Do Instead

crowdspring

Use these tips and insights to help avoid the top 5 mistakes many authors make when self-publishing a new book.

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6 Financial Skills Every Leader Should Have

CMOE

Whether you’re a manager at your organization or an entrepreneur leading the charge for a brand new company, financial skills are crucial to your success both professionally and personally. These skills help you understand how your organization succeeds or where it falls short, enables smoother communication across departments, and ultimately drives major business decisions.

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8 Ways to Make Sure Your Great Idea Isn't Ignored

On The Job

Ever had a good idea shot down at work? Most of us have been through it at least once. The reasons may vary, but the result is the same. You feel frustrated, or angry -- even depressed. Why can't your boss/colleagues recognize a great idea? Your frustration may prompt you to think about leaving your current job and go find another company that will appreciate your innovative thoughts.

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Cancel Quiet Quitting: Detoxing Corporate Culture & Engaging Top Talent

Speaker: Jennifer Brick, Career Strategist and Author

Your employees have checked out. The last few years have been a wild ride, with countless changes to how we work and our workplace cultures, like the sudden shift to remote work, the return to office, and trends like quiet quitting. With productivity, profitability, and your employer brand on the line, leadership is turning to HR to engage employees and recreate your culture in different working models.

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The hidden perils of unresolved grief

McKinsey

The pandemic is fueling a wave of grief and loss that threatens to derail leaders and hurt organizations. Yet when addressed, grief can be a creative force that turns loss into inspiration.

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20 Best Learning Management Systems of 2020

Vantage Circle

An LMS (Learning Management System), is a medium to train or upskill employees by delivering educational courses, training programs , or learning and development programs. It gives the administrator or the manager access to track, monitor, and assign the materials to the team members. The purpose of the LMSs varies depending on the requirements, objectives, and functioning of the different organizations.

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How To Show Up As a Better Leader During Chaotic Times

Let's Grow Leaders

Do you ever feel like us? Sometimes we just look at one another and say, “why are we so tired?” Leading in chaotic times is exhausting. But when it comes right down to it, one of the biggest reasons is all the […]. The post How To Show Up As a Better Leader During Chaotic Times appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.

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How to Help Guastecan (Part1): “Be Prepared, Be Confident, Be Ready”

MultiPOD Mentoring

Dear Multipodian: You are as happy as you can be: This is your first assignment! Somebody wants your advice to help solve “a problem” in Guastecan. You know very little about Guastecan but a lot about your “state of the art” science and your time-proven doctrine to make things better. Now, where do you start? First, think about “context;” i.e. geography (where in the world is Guastecan ?

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Top Techniques for Coaching Your Contact Center Agents

Speaker: Francoise Tourniaire - Founder of FT Works, Omid Razavi - Chief Advocacy Officer at SupportLogic, and Gregory Walker - Senior Product Manager at SupportLogic

The 'great resignation' and the 'great talent reshuffle' have impacted contact center and customer support staff as much, if not more than, any other part of the workforce. Couple that with a potentially volatile economy and it's clear that organizations must invest in innovative approaches if they want employees who are engaged and informed enough to significantly improve the customer experience and eliminate the high costs associated with agent attrition.