Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 29, 2014
'“Sam” was beaming with excitement as he told me about his promotion. He was in the throws of a transition from supervisor to manager, He’ll now lead leaders. ”…but it’s scary,” he added. “I know I have to handle this whole thing differently. I was very close to my team. We talked about everything […] The post How to Succeed as Scope and Scale Increases appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 25, 2014
'I am in the car about forty hours a week. I hired a driver. She won’t drive all the times I have to drive. Of course she won’t. Her life would suck. It doesn’t matter. I have to be in the car for so much anyway. I can’t ditch my son’s therapy appointments. I need to be there to say, “Of course nose picking is like cutting.” I’m an expert on cutting.
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Eat Your Career
JANUARY 22, 2014
'By now, most of you probably know that LinkedIn is the gold standard for online professional networking. Regardless of your opinion of social networking in general, LinkedIn is a site you simply can’t afford to overlook. A basic account is free, though in order to really get the most out of it, you’ll need to invest a little time and energy into the process.
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 30, 2014
'Why a popular approach to growth may put your company''s health at risk.
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
JANUARY 28, 2014
The core values of a company are similar to those of an individual. They are the collection of beliefs, ethics, and standards that steer your life or your work. Your company either has them or you do not, and you can choose whether you operate with them as guiding principles. What’s important to remember is […]. The post How do core values define my brand?
TED
JANUARY 27, 2014
Maya Penn is a tiny, vibrant force of nature. She’s an entrepreneur, philanthropist, fashion designer, animator , blogger, writer and illustrator. She runs a budding eco-friendly fashion business and a nonprofit for environmental awareness, and her mind churns constantly with new creative projects. And we should probably mention — Maya is only 13.
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Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 9, 2014
'One of my favorite twitter feeds is GSElevator. It’s stuff people overhear in the Goldman Sachs elevator, and most of it features bad behavior that confirms it was better for me to marry a farmer than the bankers I dated before him. But sometimes there a gem like this one : ”The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence because it’s fertilized with b t.” That is how I feel about women watching other women run their lives.
Eat Your Career
JANUARY 8, 2014
'Download my free Key Accomplishments List template here >> One of my favorite career development tools (and one I recommend on an almost daily basis) is the Key Accomplishments List. It’s such an easy thing to do—and it’s SO valuable—there’s no reason you shouldn’t be tracking your professional accomplishments on a monthly basis (at the very least).
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 30, 2014
'Companies must make the hard choice to fire "toxic" employees who don''t fit in with their culture, but that''s easier in principle than in practice.
Profitable Problem Solving
JANUARY 14, 2014
A few keywords and a Google search later, you can easily find yourself sorting through numerous perspectives, theories, opinions, and interpretations. You can click on a few of those links or spend your entire day tracking down just the right insight to help you understand the difference, and I would argue you are probably still […]. The post What Is The Difference Between Marketing And Branding?
Advertiser: Paycor
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Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 6, 2014
'We’d spent the last 5 days reconnecting as a family, completely dark from any semblance of social networking. Alright, I’ll be honest… all networking…each night my husband and I requested a table for 4 on this 5 night cruise to Mexico. It’s cool to meet other travelers… but not this time, we needed family and […] The post Effective Networking: 6 Secrets Your Kids Know appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 27, 2014
'Mark shuts the door and begins the emergency meeting. What he’s got to say isn’t easy, but these guys can handle it. That’s why they “get paid the big bucks.” He minces no words. Stock prices, competitive pressures… time to get it together. NOW. The intimidation factor is high. Fix it fast… or […] The post Trickle Down Intimidation appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 20, 2014
'If you ask any leader for the right way to handle a screw up, you’ll likely hear the following advice. 1. Admit the screw up 2. Apologize 3. Do what you can to make it right. Try it. Tell a few leaders you just screwed up and ask for advice. Let me know if […] The post The Screw Up Post I Shouldn’t Have to Write appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 24, 2014
'Fake talk diminishes relationships, slows work down, and jeapordizes results. At yet, the B.S. factor is alive and well in corporate America. We need more straight talk about fake talk. Fake talk is attractive as an easy way out. But when fake talk’s the norm, the real game becomes guessing what’s really happening or what […] The post Getting Past Fake Talk at Work 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
JANUARY 31, 2014
'At the beginning of each year, I travel the country giving inspirational kickoff speeches in call centers. This year, the theme of my speech is creating “connections” with our customers and our teams. What better way to reinforce connections, than to include everyone in the speech writing? Word Cloud Crowd Sourcing While preparing the speech, I […] The post 3 Unexpected Uses for Word Clouds: Leadership Style appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 3, 2014
' ”If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.” -John Quincy Adams My eyes are crossing and my neck is twitchy after 27 conference calls to finalize our 2014 Performance Agreements. We’ve debated what defines a “balanced scorecard” and negotiated performance objectives down to the […] The post Help Your Team Become More in 2014 appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 22, 2014
'“I’ll stand my ground. And I won’t back down.” -Tom Petty “Pete,” a leader in a new job with a substantial increase in scope and scale, asked me this seemingly simple question: “How do you know when to stand your ground?” I knew he needed more than my first instinct,”just go with your gut.” Knowing […] The post When to Stand Your Ground appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 8, 2014
'Bad things happen to good people. Karma doesn’t always show up in time. Even good people may find that the knife in their back sports their own fingerprints. Even the most well-intentioned leaders do stupid stunts from time to time. My time in HR gave me a front row seat to such tragedies. It’s not […] The post 5 Ways to Build Career Resiliency appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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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.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 15, 2014
'Maybe it’s a side effect of passion, intensity, or commitment, but some of the most interesting people I know have a moody dark side. Moody at any level is tough to be around. If it’s your boss it’s even trickier. It’s tempting to avoid the mood (and the person who wears it) and […] The post Dealing with Moody People at Work appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 17, 2014
'Trying to describe effective collaboration is a bit like describing true love. You know when you’re in it. It feels wonderful, but … it’s hard to describe to anyone outside the relationship. And like love, you can get burned by sexy potential collaborators who don’t play straight. Unfortunately, such scenarios leave scar tissue that scares […] The post Unlikely Collaboration: The Secret to Success appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 10, 2014
'I’ve always found great joy in singing, and was voted “most likely to spontaneously burst into song” in high school. From grade school through college, I sang in every choir available, always as an alto. My voice was so low, in a pinch, I would help out the tenors. Each time I had a new […] The post The Surprising Way to Expand Your Range appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
Let's Grow Leaders
JANUARY 17, 2014
'The Frontline Festival went on the road this month. It’s hosted by David Dye of Trailblaze. It’s all about Leading Up and Sideways. “Your leadership success depends on your ability to get things done with a wide variety of people – most of whom are not members of your team. Your boss, your peers in […] The post Frontline Festival, Trusted Resources, and Your Vote appeared first on Let's Grow Leaders.
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.
Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 7, 2014
'My personal hygiene is holding back the growth of my startup. This month I am teaching a course: Get the Guts to Start Freelancing. If you are sick of me promoting my courses on this blog, then please note that this is not the post where I am promoting this course. That’ll be another one. In this post I am going to tell you that the course is four days and I will probably not change clothes for any of the days.
Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 4, 2014
'Here’s the problem men have today: They understand how bad it feels to be raised by a dad who is never around. There’s a generation of boys who didn’t eat dinner with their dad. Only saw their dad on the weekend. Changed schools five times so their dad could relocate to get the best job, over and over again. Those boys are grown up now, and they are dads.
Penelope Trunk
JANUARY 17, 2014
'After a long break from new courses, Melissa and I are doing a course on how to start freelancing. This is especially timely because over the last six months while I have been rejiggering my online courses Melissa has launched a freelance business. My first thought was: Oh. Crap. Melissa is too busy to do courses with me. But she says that will never happen.
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 28, 2014
'The new Fed chief''s appointment is a sweet victory for Fed insiders and fans of the dismal science--at least for now.
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!
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 26, 2014
'Companies that try to be all things to all customers--through a one-size-fits-all approach to digital marketing--will end up pleasing no one. Instead, they should adopt a marketing model that reinforces their business strategy, and then build the capabilities necessary to support it.
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 26, 2014
'Relative morality is usually considered a bad thing--except if it gets results.
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 22, 2014
'The associate professor of finance at the Kellogg School of Management, discusses the lifecycle of a financial crisis. For more related insights, read " Efraim Benmelech on Financial Contagion.
Strategy+Business
JANUARY 21, 2014
'The meaning of your life won''t likely be found on the job.
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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