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April 16, 2025
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CEOs Advice for Leading

In Fast Company Daily, Stephanie Mehta gathers insights from 14 CEOs on leading through high uncertainty—from economic shifts to global instability. Their advice includes focusing on clear communication, supporting employees, making data-driven decisions, and embracing long-term thinking. Leaders are urged to stay grounded, lead with purpose, and view crises as opportunities to innovate and strengthen their organizations.
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April 16, 2025
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Improve Business Efficiency

In AllBusiness.com, business consultant Larry Alton shares four practical strategies to boost efficiency—from streamlining workflows to leveraging automation and hiring smarter. With actionable tips and a focus on long-term impact, this article offers a clear roadmap for improving productivity and staying competitive in today’s fast-paced market.
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April 16, 2025
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Become a Self-Aware Leader

Kellogg School of Management’s Karen Cates and Brenda Ellington Booth outline four practical ways leaders can build self-awareness and emotional intelligence. Published in Kellogg Insight Weekly, the article highlights how reflection, feedback, and intentional adaptation can help leaders grow, strengthen their teams, and add greater value to their organizations.
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March 19, 2025
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The Cost of Workplace Stress

Workplace stress is at an all-time high, with 95% of employees feeling its effects. In Wiley Workplace Intelligence, Janelle Beck explores how stress reduces productivity and what leaders can do to help. Clear communication, better support, and adequate staffing can ease the burden – boosting both employee well-being and organizational success.
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March 19, 2025
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How Managers Can Destroy Morale

Even well-intentioned managers can unknowingly hurt team morale. In a recent Fast Company Compass newsletter, Featured.com shares insights from 10 prominent industry leaders on pitfalls like micromanagement and lack of recognition. Learn how to avoid these mistakes and build a motivated, high-performing team. If you want to lead effectively and keep employees engaged, this article offers actionable strategies to create a thriving workplace.
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March 19, 2025
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Effective Teams Reduce Turnover

Want to keep your best employees? It’s not just about the boss – it’s about the team. A study by Joe Folkman in the Zenger Folkman Newsletter reveals 10 key factors that impact retention, from trust and accountability to recognition and problem-solving. Teams that foster respect and tackle issues head-on create a culture where employees stay. This article offers must-know insights to build a workplace where people feel valued and committed.
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