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Mar 08, 2020
The Power of Reciprocity: Women Supporting Women
Justine McDermott, Area Partner Manager for Cisco in the United Kingdom, talks about the success her organization has had supporting women seeking a leadership track.
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Jan 23, 2020
To Make Workforce Transformation a Success, Put HR in the Driver’s Seat
As a senior HR leader, are you helping to drive transformation? Or, are you a passenger on a journey being led by other senior leaders?
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Jan 02, 2020
Lessons from the Front Lines of Crisis Leadership
The first thing Janet Yellen would like you to know about leading in a crisis is that if you wait until a crisis arrives to prepare, you’re already too late.
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Jan 01, 2020
Eight Tough Questions to Ask About Your Organization’s Leadership Culture
If your organization’s performance is lagging, you need to ask some tough questions about your company’s leadership culture.
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Dec 30, 2019
Why It’s Time to Measure Human Capital as an Asset, Not a Cost
In today’s knowledge economy—where growth is dependent on intellectual resources—human capital is your most valued asset.
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Dec 03, 2019
EQ: The Great White Whale of Leadership Development
In a new survey of 500 people managers, a solid majority of respondents (57%) said that EQ was likely to be found in the highest-performing members of a team.
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Sep 16, 2019
Are Your Leaders Creating a Psychologically Toxic Culture?
Toxic bosses threaten a company’s success by draining productivity and driving top talent away. Leaders who create a psychologically toxic culture can harm workplace mental health, making it essential to address toxic leadership behaviors and promote psychological safety for employees.
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Sep 02, 2019
Do the Terms “Radical” and “Transformation” Go Hand in Hand?
In today’s evolving business landscape, navigating workforce transformation challenges is crucial. Senior leaders convened in Zurich to share insights, revealing four key lessons on transformational leadership and innovation essential for future success.
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Jul 08, 2019
Managing Expat Transitions: Three Best Practices
A poorly managed expat executive transition can lead to a host of negative outcomes for both the individual and the organization. To avoid these pitfalls and ensure a smooth process, it’s crucial to develop a comprehensive expat transition management plan. This plan should incorporate three key best practices for effective expat relocation, expat repatriation, and overall expat career transition. By focusing on these essential strategies, organizations can better handle expat termination planning, support services, and offboarding, ultimately safeguarding their investment in expat talent management.
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Apr 22, 2019
The Way Forward for Female Leaders: Cultivating Your Authentic Self
Feeling overwhelmed at work, I realized I wasn't trapped in a high-stress job; I was caught in a high-stress mentality—a common struggle for many women in leadership. This realization led me to a journey of embracing authentic leadership and finding a better work-life balance.
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Apr 15, 2019
Reframing the Conversation: A New Path to Success for Women in Leadership
In the ongoing conversation about gender equality and women in leadership, we often lose sight of a crucial truth: women don't need to emulate men to achieve remarkable success. This article aims to reframe the conversation by highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives women bring to leadership roles and how embracing these qualities can pave a new path to success. Let's explore how overcoming bias and challenging traditional leadership norms can empower women to lead authentically and effectively.
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Sep 05, 2018
Leading Transformation: An Interview with Alan Mulally
A lot of people talk about transformation, but few understand what it looks like and what it takes to be successful more than Alan Mulally, former CEO at Boeing and Ford Motor Company.