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Productivity survey: Want to be a go-getter? WFH, take more vacation, and get a dog
Countless productivity studies highlight sleep patterns and social media use, but what are some of the other factors that can help people be more productive inside and outside of work? Discover the less-talked-about traits of Go-Getters, Doers, and Coasters.
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- Leadership
- Professional development
A step-by-step guide to the PDP process
The performance development planning (PDP) process reduces the inefficiencies and inaccuracies of the traditional annual review process and empowers employees and managers to take a proactive approach to performance management. Learn more!
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- HR
- Leadership
How to develop a competency framework
A competency framework can help your company define the skills, knowledge, and characteristics required from members of your organization, plus it will help your employees grow in their jobs. Learn how to create a competency framework now.
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- HR
- Leadership
How to implement change with Kotter’s 8-step change model
Learn all about Kotter's 8-step change model, including how to successfully implement it to get buy-in and make new or adapted processes stick.
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- Leadership
How to Write a Winning Job Description
There are many important aspects of the hiring process, but without a well-crafted job description, your business won't attract good candidates in the first place. Here’s how to write a job description that will get the right candidates in the door.
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- HR
- Leadership
Dialogue mapping 101: How to solve problems through visuals
Dialogue mapping is a facilitation technique used to visualize critical thinking as a group. Learn how you and your team can start dialogue mapping today to solve problems and bridge gaps in knowledge and understanding (plus get a free template!).
Topics:
- Leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
SWOT analysis vs. PEST analysis: Which should you use?
SWOT and PEST analysis are two valuable tools that offer valuable insights into your company and its position in the world. But which should you use? Learn whether SWOT or PEST analysis can help you feel most empowered to take on your next project.
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- Leadership
Tips for an effective new employee orientation process
New hire orientation is your first opportunity to show how invested your company is in its employees—and it can significantly boost your retention numbers. Learn how to improve your new hire orientation process.
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- HR
- Leadership
How to make the most of your remote meeting
Want to improve your remote meetings? Learn how to keep remote employees both engaged and productive, and discover some of the proven techniques to better ensure that all involved parties understand your organization’s unique workflow.
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- Leadership
What Is the McKinsey 7S model?
The McKinsey 7s framework helps you assess seven key elements of your business that need to change or be aligned in order to be successful.
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- Leadership
- Process improvement
Why Giving Feedback Matters to Your Employees
When you learn how to give positive feedback, you can have a greater influence on your organization and develop more meaningful work relationships. Explore 3 ways you can become more effective at giving and receiving feedback.
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- Leadership
- Professional development
What Makes Lewin’s Change Theory Ideal for Businesses
Lewin’s change management theory helps account for both the uncertainty and resistance to change that can be experienced at all staff levels within an organization. Learn more about Lewin's change theory and three benefits you'll gain from using it.
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- Leadership