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What to Do When a High-Performer Quits (With Video)

Let's Grow Leaders

Everyone is watching how you respond when a high-performer quits. When a high-performer quits, it can feel like your world is imploding as you scramble to keep the work going AND find the right unicorn to fill that spot. Of course, there’s never a good time for a high-performer to quit. But, what you do next matters. For you. For them. And for everyone paying attention to your response (see also: How to Build a Great Culture in a High-Turnover World.).

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Building value-chain resilience with AI

McKinsey

Value chains are facing increased uncertainty. A threefold approach underpinned by artificial intelligence can help companies adapt to rapidly changing markets and operational challenges.

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On giving yourself a break

Darius Foroux

Last night, my washing machine broke down.

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The Miracle Question with Examples, Worksheets, Exercises, & Demo Video

Universal Coach Institute

The Miracle Question is the most popular technique used in solution-focused coaching and therapy. When used correctly, it serves as a life-changing experience. In this post, I will discuss the miracle question and how to use it in coaching. What is the miracle question? The miracle question is a solution-focused technique that a coach or […].

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How to Turn “Check-the-Box” Compliance Trainings Into Real Learning

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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Gratitude at Work: How to Cultivate a Grateful Culture (with video)

Let's Grow Leaders

Want More Gratitude at Work, Help Your Team Be More Deliberate with These Practical Tips. I had an opportunity to interview Kerry Wekelo , author of Gratitude Infusion, during the vortex of the pandemic, for practical tips on cultivating gratitude at work. My guess is that you might have missed this one. So, I’m sharing this short Asking for a Friend conversation, along with a recent interview to hear her new insights about gratitude at work.

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Improving strategic outcomes with advanced analytics

McKinsey

AI and machine-learning tools can enhance strategic planning.

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35 Meaningful Christmas Messages To Employees

Vantage Circle

The Christmas season is near and we simply can't wait for the festivities to start. With sparkling lights, cozy weather, and beautifully decorated trees all around, its the time to be merry. The spirit of Christmas binds everyone together and is the perfect time to let your near and dear ones know how much they mean to you. And for workplaces, it is the perfect time to show your appreciation to your employees for their time and dedication, throughout the year.

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Black Friday Alternatives for Your Business in 2022

LivePlan

Black Friday in 2021 will continue trends from 2020. Should you opt-out? Or find new ways to generate sales? Here are 5 alternatives to consider.

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Net-zero power: Long-duration energy storage for a renewable grid

McKinsey

As the world transitions to decarbonized energy systems, emerging long-duration energy storage technologies will be critical for supporting the widescale deployment of renewable energy sources.

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Building a “Giving” Team

CMOE

As leaders, we all can appreciate a little, or a lot of help in performing our work responsibilities. In a fast-paced, demanding work environment, most leaders have a lot to do and not enough resources, time, or energy to get it done. On high-performing teams, members cultivate a desire to serve others and are genuinely concerned about one another’s success.

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Mid-Year Review: How to Ignite Employee Potential Through Meaningful Feedback

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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8 Ways To Make Holi More Memorable For Your Employees

Vantage Circle

Holi is one of the most awaited Indian festivals. It is a festival that marks the beginning of spring and is usually celebrated in the month of March every year. Holi signifies the triumph of good over evil. It is celebrated with much pomp and zeal to the beat of good music, colors (also known as gulaal), mouth-watering delicacies, sweets, and thandai (an Indian cold drink).

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How COVID-19 is reshaping supply chains

McKinsey

Companies have only partly addressed the weaknesses in global supply chains exposed by the coronavirus pandemic. In the face of new challenges, finishing the job is even more urgent.

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Author Talks: How spiritual health fosters human resilience

McKinsey

Are science and spirituality really at odds?

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Author Talks: The history of Black cinema in America

McKinsey

The journalist whose article served as the basis for the movie The Butler explores the past 100 years of Black movies in the United States.

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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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Consumer-goods companies must transform their planning end to end

McKinsey

Rising complexity isn’t tenable. Now is the time to take drastic action—in the form of a tech-driven end-to-end planning transformation.

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US water infrastructure: Making funding count

McKinsey

A much-anticipated wave of funding for US water infrastructure could be unlocked in the coming months and years. Are utilities and investors ready?

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bp: An agility pioneer in the energy industry

McKinsey

bp took the bold step to organize for agility at scale in the Production & Operations organization with impressive results. Six leaders share their learnings and reflections on the transformation.

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How healthcare payers can expand nutrition support for the food insecure

McKinsey

Taking a data-based approach to food security, tailoring nutritional offerings, and building out partner networks can help payers realize the potential of food-support programs.

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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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Underwriting talent: Strategies for property and casualty insurers

McKinsey

Fast-moving market conditions are putting new and more intense demands on underwriting. Updated talent strategies can help carriers meet this challenge.

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Strategies for OFSE companies confronting the energy transition

McKinsey

The oil-field-services-and-equipment sector has steadily declined for more than a decade. Companies can consider three broad strategies to revive their fortunes and chart a pathway for the future.

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The Rise of Intangible Capitalism

McKinsey

The digitized, dematerialized, knowledge-based economy is already here and spreading, and offers huge potential value. The challenge for firms and policymakers is to manage the transition in a way that benefits the many and not just the few, write Eric Hazan, Jonathan Haskel and Stian Westlake in Project Syndicate. .

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What will it take to go from ‘travel shock’ to surge?

McKinsey

Trivago’s Axel Hefer predicts that the travel recovery will take off in 2022 as more customers become ready to book trips again.

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Can Your Organization Spot a Conflict Before It’s a Crisis?

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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The McKinsey Crossword: Gobbling Down (and Across) | No. 51

McKinsey

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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Bold ventures - China has the wealth to make investments to strengthen the social contract, address climate change and stimulate greater economic vitality

McKinsey

The world's wealth has increased vastly over the past two decades?and nowhere as much as in China. Its share of global net worth was the highest among 10 countries included in MGI’s The Rise and Rise of the Global Balance Sheet report that explores the vitality of the global economy via its balance sheet, write Jonathan Woetzel and Jan Mischke in China Daily.

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3M and McKinsey: Inside our 40-year, award-winning partnership

McKinsey

Welding is hot, dangerous and dirty work. Welders spend long hours on their feet and often work outside: on bridges, at race tracks, in oil fields and other sites. Welding strains eyesight, the neck and shoulders. Fumes are toxic and burns common.

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