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Is Purpose the Solution to Inclusion?
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MAY 17, 2016
What if the solution to inclusion was better understanding of our purpose—or, said differently, our reason for being on this earth ? What if we, as leaders, figured out a way to help one another live out our purpose to the fullest extent? Even though similar themes emerge again and again, they evolve over time to take on new meaning for us. What would be possible?
What are you great at?
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MAY 10, 2016
need a better tool to automate this. Excuses abound for why many of us don’t stick to—or in some cases don’t even set—personal growth goals. The winning combination necessary to achieve success is having the right people on the team and figuring out how to best leverage their talents. For instance, I love to golf. Love I just couldn’t stick with it.
Are you fulfilling your life purpose? Answer these 7 questions now.
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MARCH 16, 2016
Last fall, he helped our 650 Global Institute for Leadership Development ® participants tackle big questions like: “Why would someone choose to follow me?” and “Am I on a path to becoming a great leader?” His We hope that this post, the second in our three-part series, will give you some valuable food for thought as you think about how you want to grow this year.
All You Need Is Love: The Story of an Everyday Leader
Linkage
APRIL 11, 2016
Well, love is not all that you need in leadership, but it’s one of the first things you need if you want to be a strong leader. Recently, I kicked off a blog series that focuses on the 10 leadership attributes that help everyday leaders, like me, create lasting impact—and be the change that we want to see in the world. Something we love to do. How long did it take you?
Move Beyond Learning to Applying: A Modern Management Development Program
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1 kineo.com [email protected] 312-846-6656 Hard to believe that it’s been almost 20 years since the term “eLearning” entered the corpo- rate learning lexicon. in their organizations’ abilities to meet their skills. So how can we do better? content does not equate to results. Sure, good content needs to be part of the. But if we want to have the level of.
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It’s time to get on the balcony
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JANUARY 6, 2016
Ronald Heifetz, the father of adaptive leadership, made the observation that organizations and their leaders “feel pressure to solve problems quickly, to move to action.” We live and work in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous (VUCA) world that demands our quick response. Additionally, Adding the word strategic to any topic adds gravitas. Let me explain….
Leadership, Inclusion and the World Around Us
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JULY 29, 2016
Corporate society increasingly has an opportunity (and some believe a responsibility) to impact how we as a culture look at diversity, difference, and inclusion. Take the debate over Target’s decision to allow transgender individuals to use whichever bathroom corresponds with their gender identity for example. That acts of terror are not confined to any particular group.
Fit to Lead: Continuously Earning the Right to Remain at the Top
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AUGUST 22, 2016
It also got me thinking about the concept of being fit to lead. Elite athletes are in a continuous loop of competition, repeatedly striving to better themselves, similar to how great leaders operate. They don’t take their position for granted; they are continuously earning their right to lead, and in so doing, become an inspiration to those who follow them.
How to lead in a REAL crisis
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JUNE 17, 2015
This recent post on www.hbr.org about being a business leader in a war-torn country provides unique perspective and valuable insight into how to lead in a real, life-threatening crisis that can also be applied in any sort of crisis. “I tried to give my team in Ukraine this perspective. ways to cultivate strong, resilient leaders. How do you lead in a crisis?
Learner motivation explained! Learn how to use an LMS to motivate your learners to upskill
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Learning professionals spend huge sums of money creating or acquiring skill aligned libraries of learning content, only to watch almost helplessly as learners refuse to engage with any training available that isn’t mandatory Training and development professionals often bemoan the lack of apparent initiative in their trainees.
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How to keep high-performing teams performing
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FEBRUARY 25, 2015
It turns out that teams, just like individuals, tend to derail under certain circumstances—under conditions of stress, uncertainty, and unfamiliar circumstances. Many high-performing teams that work well day-to-day in a predictable environment with routine processes don’t do so well when the game changes or stress goes up. It makes the day-to-day work easier. They derail.
Dear Leaders, our assumptions may be hurting us
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MARCH 4, 2016
In my last post, “ Women leaders, it’s time to own our part of the problem ,” I shared the seven common hurdles that women face as they ascend the leadership ranks. My hope is that you will feel supported on your journey of self-discovery, and that these ideas will help you think about how you can become the very best version of yourself. struggle with this more than I care to admit.
Are we asking the right people, the right questions?
Linkage
JUNE 3, 2016
One of the things that I love about attending this event is the incredible energy that I get from being a part of conversations about the latest research trends impacting organizations and talent, and how to apply these findings to both improve organizations and maximize talent. And while some of us are busy asking: How do we become more inclusive ? Be trustworthy.
Real-life inspiration for TV thriller “Scandal” joins Linkage faculty
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APRIL 7, 2015
She’s known for combining considerable communication skills, media savvy, and legal and political acumen to serve clients around the world. We’re We’re extremely proud to announce that she’s joined our 2015 Women in Leadership Institute’s keynote faculty. Here’s your chance to learn how to communicate with impact from a living legend. What’s your move going to be? LinkedIn Facebook Twitter email. Blog Women in Leadership
Leaving performance reviews behind: Where to start [Guide]
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Development a Reality eGuide 3Introduction Does your organization want to adopt. more dynamic approach to managing. not prepared to follow through because. the basic skills required to develop. expectations, there’s little to work against. and enthused to invest their best efforts. If you seek to implement a more dynamic. that leads to action and.
Got 20 minutes? Try the 6-question approach to coaching
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JANUARY 20, 2016
You’re off to the races, right? Yes, and in order to lead your team to a successful 2016, now is the time to commit to regular coaching conversations. Not sure how to get started? In this short video clip, world-renowned leadership coach Marshall Goldsmith shares six simple questions to make this daunting task more feasible.
Networking: who has time for it anyway?
Linkage
NOVEMBER 20, 2015
When we asked over 600 women leaders from a cross section of industries and functional areas what most contributed to their advancement into positions of leadership, the overwhelming response was “building a strong network.” The “strong networks” these successful women leaders are talking about involve the ability to build and cultivate real relationships that add value.
Be your best by being still
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DECEMBER 10, 2014
I was reminded of the importance of taking the time to “be still” recently when teaching a class on emotional intelligence and after reading an excerpt of Pico Iyer’s new book, The Art of Stillness: Adventures in Going Nowhere. In the class we discussed the concept of practicing mindfulness (quieting the mind of all its chatter) as a way to learn how to effectively manage our emotions.
Stop the self sabotage!
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FEBRUARY 24, 2015
The other is the one we use to critique ourselves (you don’t…, you should…, you aren’t…). And that’s why “Managing your Inner Critic” was the focus of my keynote speech at the Women in Leadership Institute ™ and why I work so hard to help leaders overcome their inner critics. Learning how to manage our inner critic is the first step to engaging fully.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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1Why Your Company Will Need to. an annual review process) to newer. Then, in Part. 2, we will dig into just how to make. measurement to development and empowerment. detrimental to their employees. So we know what we don’t like, but what do we want to come next? forward, many seek to replace the. turbulent seas, is it better to constantly.
What do sea turtles have to do with innovation?
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APRIL 23, 2015
Check him out in this short clip about sea turtles and the circularity of trends and ideas, and the importance of stepping back to see the big picture. And the cool thing is you don’t have to wait until GILD to learn from Jeremy live. He’ll be presenting a Linkage webinar titled “ How to Innovate Better and Faster ” next week.
Is inclusion the missing ingredient to managing change?
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JANUARY 25, 2016
If so, you have plenty of company, and if you are a leader you are most likely struggling with how to overcome this phenomenon. As a matter of fact, according to the 2013 Katzenbach Center Survey on Culture and Change Management, 65% of employees globally are change fatigued. They are waiting for change to stop. But, they want to be involved in how they get there.
Wall Street Veteran Carla Harris to Co-Chair Linkage’s Women in Leadership Institute
Linkage
JUNE 8, 2016
We are thrilled to announce that Carla Harris will be joining us as co-chair of this year’s Women in Leadership Institute ™. She took the stage for the first time at our event last year to share her “Pearls of Wisdom” with the 700+ leaders in the room. Her undeniable energy brought enthusiasm and excitement to all who joined. Failure always brings you a gift.
Does uncertainty drive change?
Linkage
APRIL 29, 2015
Clare Ansberry’s recent article in the Wall Street Journal, “ The Worst Moment to Take a Risk? ,” provides some valuable insight about change. When unmoored by illness, loss, or divorce, people tend to avoid further disruptions and cling to what anchors them—from relationships to routines to places,” she writes. “Eleven years ago, Ms.
The Performance Management Storm: Four Macro-Trends Driving the Change
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1Why Your Company Will Need to. an annual review process) to newer. Then, in Part. 2, we will dig into just how to make. measurement to development and empowerment. detrimental to their employees. So we know what we don’t like, but what do we want to come next? forward, many seek to replace the. turbulent seas, is it better to constantly.
5 leadership truths you can’t live without
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APRIL 1, 2015
And as I’ve continued my leadership journey, I’ve found there are several fundamental skills you need to lead teams effectively. “To acquire knowledge one must study, to acquire wisdom, one must observe.”—Marilyn But you must understand where people are coming from to enhance the value of what currently exists, as well as break any dysfunctional patterns. “People don’t care how much you know, until they know how much you care.”—John It’s tough to get your point across when people don’t like or respect you.
Executive presence is not just an act
Linkage
MARCH 10, 2015
But you can learn how to improve your executive presence from an actor (among others). She uses the skills she developed on the stage to help leaders develop the foundational skills and behaviors of executive presence and shares some valuable insights about the importance of presence in virtual meetings. . “Over-communicate. LinkedIn Facebook Twitter email.
How to tackle one of your biggest organizational challenges
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JANUARY 22, 2015
Boards and executive committees must now also look to add strategic value and provide innovative thinking and do the following three things well: Make sure there is superior talent at the top. Have a strategy that provides a true competitive advantage. Mentor and guide top talent inside the organization so that superior results are continuous. But it’s often easier said than done.
Announcing The 30-Second Guide to Coaching Your Inner Critic
Linkage
DECEMBER 9, 2014
Let’s face it, we’ve all had these thoughts at one time or another and they can be extremely detrimental to career development (not to mention quality of life) if we’re not careful. Those who are familiar with Susan’s keynotes are praising the highly practical and accessible way Susan describes the Inner Critic, and for the simple practices she offers to help tame it.
Here’s how to empower and engage your entire organization
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MAY 13, 2015
And nothing is more critical to internal communication than an organization’s management information system, i.e. how management communicates with the organization. Even worse, some assume that people don’t need to know key things about how the organization works or doesn’t work and they begin to limit information disseminated to their employees. Instead of keeping people in the dark, leaders should always be looking to use their management information system to influence behavior to be more strategic, more effective, and more purposeful.
Master “managing up” in minutes
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APRIL 17, 2015
Here, he shares some quick tips designed to help you become a more strategic and effective leader. Click here to start reading at the beginning of the series.—Ed. In his research on highly effective leaders, John Kotter found that all successful leaders establish and maintain a leadership agenda that answers this basic question: “Where do I need to lead?”. While it’s easy to see the value of having a leadership agenda for yourself, it’s also important to investigate the leadership agenda of your boss. They help focus a leader’s efforts by.
Women in leadership: Stop underestimating yourselves!
Linkage
APRIL 28, 2015
Ever wonder how accurately women measure their own strengths? In fact research shows that women routinely under estimate the caliber of their skills and strengths, and further, in comparison to how men evaluate themselves, women prove to be significantly more critical when evaluating their own skills. The question is: Can you afford to miss it?
Managing the human side of change (video)
Linkage
JANUARY 15, 2015
Mitchell Nash, Linkage Vice President, Consulting Services, and Principal Consultant knows how to help organizations change. And as he explains in the following video clip, “change” is only half the challenge. Managing the human side of change—transitions—is the key. And we can help. LinkedIn Facebook Twitter email.
Execution takes courage, right?
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APRIL 14, 2015
” Others provide tips on how to execute better. And while there are many reasons cited for execution “fails”—lack of alignment, poor planning, communication and culture problems, reward and recognition issues, and the globally used “talent deficit”—all of these issues can be traced back to a lack of strategic clarity. Some describe execution “fails.”
Out of time? Here are 4 ways to make progress every day
Linkage
JUNE 14, 2016
Heck, I do it way more often than I care to admit. We see it most noticeably on failed New Year’s resolutions—everyone writes about them and makes plans to execute them. In reality, it’s the day-to-day priorities that fall by the wayside that can be the most damaging. And it might be the most difficult stumbling block to avoid. Tick tock, tick tock. Priority check.
Compassion + communication = culture change
Linkage
JANUARY 30, 2015
The following excerpt from a story by Alan Murray that was adapted in part from The Wall Street Journal Essential Guide to Management makes some obvious points on how to implement and sustain organizational culture change. “As a manager, you may have the power to change your organization’s policies with the stroke of a pen. And the final hurdle is institutional politics.
Free webinar: Organizational Design – It’s not about an organization, it’s about the people
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JANUARY 12, 2015
From strategy to implementation, you may run into all sorts of obstacles. This webinar will highlight some of those obstacles and ways to restart your thinking in the New Year on how to address them. Monday, January 19th at 1:00 PM EST. Join Mark Hannum in a discussion on the challenges of organizational design. Structure – building vs. diminishing capability.
Organizational Design is pro-choice
Linkage
JANUARY 29, 2015
So, it’s safe to say that “OD” and strategy are two sides of the same coin. In their book Playing to Win , A. G. The process is simply to take leaders through a 5-step sequence of making (sometimes very hard) choices. Human behavior scientists like Dan Ariely and others have researched and demonstrated how predictably irrational we are in our choices. So what do neuroscience, and the study of human behavior and psychology have to do with the “hard stuff” of strategy required to design an organization? But OD work requires a commitment to choose. You
New Linkage Intensive takes the confusion out of inclusion
Linkage
FEBRUARY 4, 2015
And as you can see from our recent blog posts, our consultants have lots of ideas on how to help organization be more inclusive. Inclusion means different things to different people, but for me inclusive leadership always boils down to mission and performance. And that’s why I say “It’s about time!” to Intel’s commitment to diversity. Inclusive leaders are courageous and curious and look for new perspectives; they are adaptive to new ways of doing things and build relationships easily. We here at Linkage think about inclusive leadership A LOT!
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