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4 Self-Improvement Myths That May Be Holding You Back

Harvard Business

These assertions are based on a diverse set of fields, including psychology, sports, arts, and leadership. Myth 2: We get better by benchmarking ourselves against others. In some cases, we benchmark against those who are more capable or accomplished, which can be counterproductive when we fail to match them.

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Zero-Based Budgeting Is Not a Wonder Diet for Companies

Harvard Business

Traditional ZBB implementations focus almost exclusively on simple SG&A , in part because SG&A benchmark data is far more readily attainable than are relevant data from the core functions of comparable companies. Most ZBB implementations are not ambitious enough. It was apparent that others in the company shared this view.

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How to Assess Entry-Level Product Manger Positions

Tom Spencer

Typically, they feature perks like rotations on various teams, face-time with leadership at the company, and strong alumni communities with robust networks. The increased 1:1 time with leadership could be instrumental in generating increased career growth and learning. What kind of involvement does leadership have with the APM program?

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How B2B Software Vendors Can Help Their Customers Benchmark

Harvard Business

Mainstream software companies are beginning to hold “ data mirrors ” up to their customers, allowing scoring and benchmarking of their customers’ strategies. One of its business units, Fieldglass, provides insights and benchmarks to customers on external workforce management.

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Reflections on 2013; What's Important, What's Not? What's Ahead?

MishTalk

There is no clear leadership in the movement. Here are a few facts from the Financial Post : "The IMF says Canada is the most expensive place to buy in the world using its housing to rent comparison, 85% above the average. And for still others, it is not clear at all what they are asking for.