Insights
January 8, 2021
Hard decisions are stressful, and waiting for perfect data rarely helps. Research shows decisiveness separates high-potential leaders from those who develop in place, and
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Despite all research about the nature of leaders, practitioners and scholars still acknowledge that many aspects of leadership remain a mystery. In this episode,
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Inspiring others is the competency that most separates the best leaders from the rest. A study of 1,000 top-rated inspiring leaders shows what they
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The companies that focus on teamwork and collaboration are the companies that maximize the strengths of individuals as well. Why? Because being a part
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Good listening is more than staying quiet and nodding. A study of 3,492 managers finds the best listeners ask insightful questions, build the other
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December 7, 2020
A Siberian husky that wreaked havoc at home thrived once harnessed to a sled team. The story shows how effective teams bring out the
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It is becoming apparent that the best leaders are good coaches. Assuming that most of us would like to become better leaders, what lessons
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Research on 1,276 leaders during the pandemic found balancing results with individual needs mattered most, with the ideal mix shifting to 40% results, 60%
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What sets the best coaches apart? A study of 4,212 leaders identified six practical behavior patterns, from carving out time and focusing on specifics
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Leaders in the bottom 10% on trust are rated at the 13th percentile on effectiveness, and 42% of their direct reports think about quitting.
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Leaders are under pressure. Are there certain skills that can even make a difference in a crisis? In the episode, we cover a Zenger
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