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Bad leadership quotes

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10 Quotes on Bad Leadership That Will Get You Thinking

There are pages upon pages of positive, cheery, inspirational, and charismatic leadership quotes on Google, so we didn't think you needed another....

Change Readiness Assessment

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Change Readiness Assessment for Leaders

How ready are you for organizational change? Do you have the skills you need to confidently lead change? Does your team have the resources, capacity,...

Why Intellectual Curiosity Is Good For Your Career

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Why Intellectual Curiosity Is Good For Your Career

Despite the demands of being the President of the United States, Barack Obama dedicated an hour a day to reading while he was in office. Bill Gates...

10 Managing Up Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

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10 Managing Up Mistakes and How To Avoid Them

Every leader is unique, from their leadership style to their personality type and preferences. That’s why it can be hard to know what to say or do to...

3 Common Misconceptions About Executive Presence

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3 Common Misconceptions About Executive Presence

There is a difference between a boss and a leader. A boss tells their people what to do, whereas a leader inspires, motivates, and encourages those...

Skip-Level Meeting with Middle Manager and Employee

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Skip-Level Meetings 101: A Brief Guide for Middle Managers

It can be tricky for middle managers, who are by nature quite removed from the day-to-day life of those on “the frontline,” to get a feel for what's...

Types of Leadership Coaching for Middle Management

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[Infographic] 4 Types of Leadership Coaching for Middle Management

If you think that leadership coaching is exclusively for executives and senior leaders, think again. Those in middle management positions are ideally...

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[GUIDE] The Ultimate Guide To Middle Management

Are you a middle manager, aspire to be one, or lead and develop middle managers? If so, this guide is for you!

Career Conversation with Employees

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6 Truths of Having Career Conversations with Employees

Think of when you met someone for the first time. One of the first questions they likely had for you was, “What do you do for a living?” For many,...

What is a Mini-MBA

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What is a Mini-MBA, Really?

It isn’t uncommon for many mid-level leaders to find themselves plateauing in their careers. They’ve excelled at running their team, but a...

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