Default Aggressive: A Mindset for Success in Daily Life
In "The Dichotomy of Leadership," Jocko Willink introduces the concept of being "default aggressive" – a proactive and decisive approach...
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May 223 min read
Building World-Class Teams: Key Behaviors for Success
Ask 5 people and you'll get 10 different thoughts on what makes a world-class team. Nevertheless, no matter who you ask, they'll always...
May 182 min read
HR Decisions: When You Cut Wood, You Get Sawdust
I recently came across the phrase, "When you cut wood, you get sawdust" and was facinated by it, which got me to thinking how it applies...
Apr 172 min read
Battling Burnout: Proactive Strategies for HR Professionals
The Burnout Epidemic In today's high-stakes business environment, burnout is more than a buzzword—it's a major obstacle to workplace...
Mar 272 min read
Winning with the Underdogs at Work
Hidden Heroes at Work: How Underdogs Make Us Win What Am I Talking About: Sometimes, the people we don’t notice much at work can be our...
Mar 142 min read
Navigating HR's Role in the Corporate Chess Game
Navigating the corporate maze can be akin to a game of strategic chess, and for HR professionals, it's about being the skilled players...
Feb 213 min read
The Cliché Clean-Up: Revitalizing HR Communication
Some phrases have become so common they're no longer effective. They're the 'zombies' of our HR vocabulary.
Feb 142 min read
The Value of Empathy in Leadership (Or, How to Not Be a Jerk)
Discover why empathy is key to leadership, building trust, respect, and improving your leadership skills.
Jan 312 min read
Dust Off the Classics: Lencioni's Timeless Teamwork Truths
Think of Lencioni's lessons on teamwork like a five-course meal for thought – skip one, and the whole experience just isn’t complete.
Jan 252 min read
Breaking the Burnout Cycle: A Blueprint for a Thriving Workplace
Hey people leaders! I’ve stumbled upon a gem that deserves some spotlight. Donna Cutting's "Employees First" isn’t just a book; it's a...
Jan 42 min read
Raising the Bar: Why "Meets Expectations" Can Mean Missed Opportunities
Happy New Year! It's performance management season and as a seasoned HR professional, I've come to recognize an uncomfortable truth: the...
Oct 3, 20232 min read
Nurturing Leadership Excellence: Crafting an Effective High-Potential Program
In the ever-evolving landscape of business, the importance of identifying and nurturing high-potential employees cannot be overstated. As...
Aug 30, 20232 min read
The 5-S's of Talent Management
In the intricate dance of nurturing and optimizing talent within organizations, a set of guiding principles emerges, embodying the...
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