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Sep 25, 2019
Organizational Culture: The Real Reason Transformation Fails
In the modern business landscape, successful transformation is no longer optional. It's a necessity for organizations seeking to remain competitive and thrive. However, many transformation initiatives fail due to a critical oversight: organizational culture. Delve into the critical role of culture in driving successful transformation. We'll explore how to assess your current culture, empower change agents, and create a roadmap for a successful transformation journey.
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Sep 16, 2019
Are Your Leaders Creating a Psychologically Toxic Culture?
Toxic bosses threaten a company’s success by draining productivity and driving top talent away. Leaders who create a psychologically toxic culture can harm workplace mental health, making it essential to address toxic leadership behaviors and promote psychological safety for employees.
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Sep 09, 2019
From the Front Lines of Transformation at Walgreens Boots Alliance
Tom Sondergeld, VP of Global Benefits and Mobility for Walgreens Boots Alliance, shares important lessons about how a company can succeed in merging multiple cultures and workforces.
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Sep 02, 2019
Do the Terms “Radical” and “Transformation” Go Hand in Hand?
In today’s evolving business landscape, navigating workforce transformation challenges is crucial. Senior leaders convened in Zurich to share insights, revealing four key lessons on transformational leadership and innovation essential for future success.
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Jun 18, 2019
How China Is Leading the Way in Transformation
China’s competitive environment and relentless innovation are reshaping global markets. From mobile payments to rapid advancements, businesses worldwide must learn from China’s dynamic approach to stay ahead and thrive in an ever-evolving global economy.
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Jun 01, 2019
Death by Mediocre Leadership: How Bad Leaders Are Sucking the Life Out of Your Company
Our research uncovers the hard truths about the current state of leadership, highlighting the top five characteristics of mediocre leaders and toxic leadership behaviors. We delve into survey results to reveal the impact of poor leadership and offer effective strategies for improving leadership skills. Learn how to address signs of ineffective leaders and implement best practices in leadership accountability to drive culture improvement for leaders.
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Apr 24, 2019
The Seven Worst M&A Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
The world has not lost its taste for M&As despite evidence that the gross majority are “abysmal failures.” LHH looks at the seven biggest mistakes organizations make during M&As and offers some practical suggestions on how to overcome them.
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Apr 15, 2019
Reframing the Conversation: A New Path to Success for Women in Leadership
In the ongoing conversation about gender equality and women in leadership, we often lose sight of a crucial truth: women don't need to emulate men to achieve remarkable success. This article aims to reframe the conversation by highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives women bring to leadership roles and how embracing these qualities can pave a new path to success. Let's explore how overcoming bias and challenging traditional leadership norms can empower women to lead authentically and effectively.
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Apr 01, 2019
How to Build Better Relationships with Your Employees
Learn why offering career development will help you build a workforce that has the skills you need, and is loyal, engaged and productive.
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Mar 19, 2019
How a Global Communications Company Has Made Constant Change Part of Its Culture
In today's rapidly evolving business landscape, the ability to embrace constant change is no longer a luxury, but a necessity for survival. Intelsat, a global leader in satellite communications, exemplifies this principle. Angela Galyean, VP of HR, provides a glimpse into the strategies and leadership that have enabled Intelsat to not just adapt to industry disruption, but to thrive amidst it. This case study delves into the heart of Intelsat's transformation, highlighting the crucial role of HR in fostering a culture of agility and resilience, and showcasing how effective communication and cross-functional collaboration can empower an organization to accomplish its mission, even in the face of relentless change.
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Mar 14, 2019
Hiring and Promoting: Gut Instinct, Fantasy Football and Assessment
In the quest to drive organizational success, strategic talent management is key. It's about more than just filling vacancies; it involves identifying, developing, and promoting the right talent to meet your company's strategic imperatives. To achieve this, firms need to move beyond gut instinct and adopt an evidence-based approach to hiring and promoting. Here are four key considerations to guide your talent strategy and ensure you have the right leaders in place to achieve your business goals.
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Mar 04, 2019
From the Front Lines of Transformation at Fellowes Brands
Fellowes Brands is a venerable company that has thrived and grown thanks to its natural aptitude for workforce transformation. Now, Lisa Bretones, VP of Global Human Resources, is bringing the same approach to its HR policies and practices.