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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 fast as humanly possible. There is solid research and a lot of experience that tells us that a formal, structured onboarding program is one big key to…

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 leaders address it or not. Thirty-seven percent of employees are now using AI tools at work, according to a new survey of 182 HR executives and business leaders from the…

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 personal flair and approach. Steve Jobs and Bill Gates famously both achieved incredible things by being about as different as two people can be.  But experts say…

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 article, we discuss the benefits of having a degree, the benefits of gaining experience, if employers prefer a degree vs. experience and tips on how…

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. Time to celebrate? Not quite yet… A shocking 64% of reps don’t actually end up closing the deal. (and unsurprisingly enough, only 10% of customers will close themselves).…

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, remote work, and economic recessions—have disrupted this traditional social contract. Leaders today face a critical challenge: how to communicate effectively in an environment where trust…

Study links choking under pressure to the brain region that controls movement. Have you ever been in a high-stakes situation in which you needed to perform but completely bombed? You’re not alone. Experiments in monkeys reveal that ‘choking’ under pressure is linked to a drop in activity in the neurons that prepare for movement. “You…

Have you ever wondered if AI could be the key to unlocking your leadership potential? Imagine having a tool at your disposal that helps you make smarter, faster, and more strategic decisions, all while freeing up your time for what matters. Sounds promising, right? That’s exactly what many CEOs are exploring with generative AI (Gen…

Coupons play a bigger role in purchasing decisions as consumers become increasingly value-conscious. More than a quarter (26%) of US adults are using more coupons this year because of the state of the economy, according to July 2024 data by Prosper Insights & Analytics and the National Retail Federation. Here are five stats to better…

Generative artificial intelligence is expected to radically transform all kinds of jobs over the next few years. No longer the exclusive purview of technologists, AI can now be put to work by nearly anyone, using commands in everyday language instead of code. According to research, most business functions and more than 40% of all U.S.…