Sat.Dec 30, 2017 - Fri.Jan 05, 2018

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5 Ways Leaders Can Focus When Everything Is Important

Let's Grow Leaders

“Mark, What’s your M.I.T.?” Mark pushed back from his desk. “That’s a great question. I’ve so much flying at me…” He sighed. “I don’t have a clue.” Mark’s calendar might look familiar: wall-to-wall meetings, often with two or three appointments competing for […].

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Artificial intelligence: The time to act is now

McKinsey

Artificial intelligence will soon change how we conduct our daily lives. Are companies prepared to capture value from the oncoming wave of innovation?

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When Should a CEO Tweet about a Controversy?

Strategy+Business

Knowing when and when not to comment officially on a public issue.

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This is why economists are increasingly studying sports

World Economic Forum

Sport lends itself to economics and game theory because players, coaches and agents act similar to the hypothetical rational decision-makers in economic models.

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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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4 Gifts Blockchain will Bring the Supply Chain in the New Year

Let's Grow Leaders

At this time of the year, trends, forecasts and innovations that are driving the technology industry forward are often summarized, and an outlook for the New Year is given.

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Data as jet fuel: An interview with Boeing’s CIO

McKinsey

It isn’t always comfortable, but data analytics is helping Boeing reach new heights.

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How to Turn Your Career Goals Into Reality (Free Webinar)

Eat Your Career

I often tell people I’m a firm believer in the power of goal setting. But I’ve come to realize that this statement oversimplifies the matter. Goal setting, in and of itself, is certainly powerful. After all, if you don’t know where you want to go, you’ll probably end up somewhere …but whether or not that’s a place you want to be is anyone’s guess. I’m not willing to take that risk, so I set goals.

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New Year, New Influence: An Easy Way to Show Up Stronger

Let's Grow Leaders

“Brad” was a solid manager with stagnated results. He was great at constructive feedback and holding his team accountable, but recognition did not come naturally to him. “Why should I say thank you to someone for just doing their job?” He was frustrated […].

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What the future science of B2B sales growth looks like

McKinsey

Companies that lead in B2B sales follow a three-pronged strategy to drive above-market growth.

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The problem with personality types: testing yourself rarely works

Penelope Trunk

A few months ago I did an experiment. I usually charge $350 for a coaching session, and at that fee I let people pick the time they want to talk. But then I said that if people booked the session at 7am or 10pm I would discount the cost to $150. Nearly overnight I was booked for three months solid. Here’s what I’ve learned: 1. There’s a really dirty underbelly in Silicon Valley.

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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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Bots, algorithms, and the future of the finance function

McKinsey

Automation and artificial intelligence are poised to reshape the finance function. Knowing what to automate and managing the disruption can lead to a new era of productivity and performance.

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Artificial intelligence as auto companies’ new engine of value

McKinsey

What opportunities does AI open up for mobility, and how can OEMs capture them in the short and long run?

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How pharma can accelerate business impact from advanced analytics

McKinsey

Savvy pharma companies follow these five principles to scale analytics and improve their bottom line.

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Why zero-based budgeting makes sense again

McKinsey

Advanced digitization, enhanced behavioral understanding, and smarter organizational and governance models spark a renaissance for a decades-old methodology.

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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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Strategy Beyond the Hockey Stick

McKinsey

The new book on how to beat the odds with a bold strategy.

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Pursuing breakthroughs in cancer-drug development

McKinsey

Here’s how to get the right medicines to the right patients faster.

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How to know when better profit margins aren’t better for your company

McKinsey

At some point, cost cutting and higher prices can hinder growth and destroy value. .

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How absolute zero (-based budgeting) can heat up growth

McKinsey

Businesses can’t just cut their way to prosperity. The surprisingly powerful tool to help an organization grow? Zero-based budgeting.

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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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Delivering growth: M&A in medical technology

McKinsey

Medical-technology companies continue to rely on M&A for growth. How solid is your approach?

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Managing M&A in chemicals: Meeting the new challenges

McKinsey

The chemical industry is seeing a record level of M&A, higher multiples, and growing activist-investor activity. Chemical companies must strengthen their M&A and integration capabilities to ensure they create value in this environment.

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Yangpu Waterfront: From rustbelt to brainbelt

McKinsey

Plans are afoot to transform this Shanghai district into a world-class innovation hub. Here’s how leaders hope to overcome challenges in an emerging city and bring their vision to life.

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