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Leading People and Leading Work Are Two Different Jobs

Combining these responsibilities hurts leaders, but teams suffer the most. You don’t have to study organizational psychology to know there’s a bad boss problem in the U.S.—you just have to…

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The Silent Superpower: How Listening Can Transform Work

Unlock deeper connections and collaboration with deep listening in the work. As more of us navigate the challenges of remote work, where communication often happens through a screen, one critical…

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How Successful Leaders Harness the Power of the Unexpected

Regular reflection on surprises can reveal hidden opportunities. In a world where unexpected events have become a constant, it’s essential to let go of the illusion that we can control…

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During Growth Mode, Don’t Neglect Your High Performers

As organizations begin to hire and onboard new talent, it is easy for managers to make the mistake of spending all their time bringing new hires up to speed and…

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Escalate Your New Hire’s Impact 

Five practices to enable new team members to contribute more quickly. As leaders, we’ve spent many years focused on getting new hires onboarded and performing in their new roles as…

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More Employees Are Using AI, but Often Don’t Have Guidance

New reports show that AI is becoming more commonplace at work. But companies are falling behind on the appropriate training and policies.  Artificial intelligence is making inroads in the workplace, whether company…

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What Is the Best Leadership Style?

A new study combed through a mountain of research to determine the most effective leadership style once and for all. What’s the best leadership style? Every leader obviously has their own…

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Degree vs. Experience: Which Do Employers Prefer?

Choosing to go to college or gain work experience is an important decision. Each option offers benefits, and it’s important to choose the right opportunity for your preferences. In this…

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Top Sales Closing Techniques

So you put in the hard work, you hooked your prospect, you got to the decision-maker, and you’re at the finish line – it’s now time to close the sale.…

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How Leaders Can Effectively Communicate In Today’s Workplace

It used to be that the unspoken rules between employers and employees were clear: loyalty in exchange for job security and steady career progression. But recent workplace shifts—accelerated by Covid-19,…

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