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Most of the time, the conversation around leading by example stops there. There’s no stories to support the speaking point. We wanted to find stories of leading by example. So, we asked seven business leaders to share their experience. Read on to find the stories and insights of leaders who lead by example. Fight for … Read more
There’s something that sets confident and self-motivated people apart. It’s an aura that you can spot a mile off. These people exude confidence, and it can hit you with the force of a bomb explosion. What is it exactly about these people? Well, some are born with ‘it’ and others cultivate ‘it.’ It could be … Read more
How happy are your employees? Do they enjoy their work? Do they feel recognized and appreciated? Perhaps not altogether surprising, feeling valued in a company can have a dramatic effect on how much a staff member enjoys his or her job. However, what might be surprising is that happiness in one’s professional life could impact … Read more
Being a leader is not an easy job as it requires years of practice along with adequate skills, patience, commitment, and dedication. Effective leadership can take an organization way ahead in no time. Good leaders inspire success, promote productivity and employee loyalty. For a person to be a great leader, they must have certain skills … Read more
Success may mean different things to each person, but there’s one fact that applies to every situation and definition: real success is only possible by building great relationships and meaningful connections. Beyond key performance indicators, strong business relationships with stakeholders and customers keep businesses afloat and on top of their competitors. It takes kindness and … Read more
The words diversity and inclusion have now become so popular that it is an important part of any company’s talent strategy plan. Attracting and retaining a diverse workforce requires companies to create a workplace in which everyone can thrive and do their best work. According to Harvard Business review, when an employee has a feeling … Read more
In a perfect world, every employee would show up to work on time every day. But the truth is, life happens, and no matter how responsible or committed your team may be, there are going to be circumstances—whether that’s a last-minute family emergency, a scheduling miscommunication, or transportation troubles due to inclement weather conditions—when your … Read more
Every great business leader has one thing in common – they never stop learning! Regardless of whether you ask Bill Gates or Warren Buffett, they all credit their success to their constant thirst for knowledge. But what’s the best way to feed that thirst? The answer is simple: pick up a book and read it. … Read more
Day-to-day middle management responsibilities vary from company to company but at the core, their role involves carrying out direction from upper management and managing junior and associate-level employees. In this position, effective internal communication is integral to company-wide progress. If internal communication stops in middle management, progress can come to a halt, causing an organization … Read more
Pexels – CCO Licence A lot of people are under the misconception that a good leader is someone who strikes fear into the hearts of those they are leading, but actually, those kinds of leaders are less likely to be effective because they will not have the respect or affection of their employees, which means … Read more
As a business owner, there are many difficult business processes that may either make or break your company. One of these processes includes the executive hiring process, which refers to the recruitment of the right candidates for the top or leadership positions in your company. Executive positions include senior managers such as the CEO, directors, … Read more
Teresa Hopke, CEO, Talking Talent 2020 is the year that has changed our world of work forever. It’s been challenging in so many ways – and it’s also had a huge impact on leadership. From boardrooms to living rooms, meeting rooms to spare rooms, leadership has moved away from face-to-face interactions to digital communications. At the same … Read more
A lot of recruiters don’t realize that a job description is vital to the hiring process. It can have a lasting impact on your hiring process. At its core, a job description is an advertisement that sources applications from job seekers. And the point of drafting a good job description is to find someone who … Read more
During troublesome times, we look to leaders to take charge and help their teams make it through the unknown. What’s the key to being a good leader, though? Do expectations change during uncertain times? To help leaders become as strong as they can be, 10 thought leaders have shared their insights below on how to … Read more
The title CEO often means Chief Executive Offer. But, CEO can have a variety of meanings to different organizations. For example, it may also mean Chief Engagement Officer. Organizations create their own meanings for their leadership roles that can differ from similar titles at others. What are the different types of leadership titles and why … Read more