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3 Options to Develop New Managers

LSA Global

There are several effective options to develop new managers. But, Manager Performance is Not Meeting Expectations According to McKinsey and the Corporate Executive Board, executives are not happy with the performance of their frontline managers and new managers are not being set up to succeed. Here are three to consider.

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Fight Ageism, Fuel Growth with Inclusive Hiring & Retention

Harmonious Workplaces

I allowed my typical goatee to return, and, on the first meeting with the team, this individual grimaced and said they didn’t remember me having a beard and that it made me look very old. Such age-diverse teams are more innovative and representative of society, better equipping them to meet the needs of a diverse customer base.

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4 Ways Leaders Keep Hope Alive In Uncertain Times

Organizational Talent Consulting

At this time, I am meeting the goals that I have set for myself. Developing a vision is an exercise of both the head and the heart, it takes some time, it always involves a group of people, and it is tough to do well." Hope: A new positive strength for human resources development. Human Resources Development Review.

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Nonprofit Rescue: The Pitch

The Nonprofit Consultant

Picture Secret Millionaire meets Restaurant Impossible. Over the next few scenes I meet privately with staff and clients. I meet with them each to discuss their proper roles and expectations. Do any of you have any connections at the A&E network to help me set up a meeting? My idea is a bit different.

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The High Price of Overly Prescriptive HR Policies

Harvard Business

If your employee handbook or HR policy manual is large and prescriptive, consider the following: Don’t play “gotcha” — make positive assumptions about employees. Deal with any people who choose not to meet expectations on a case-by-case basis. It will only make them feel distrusted.

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History of Organization Development (Part 1 of 6) ? ?Prehistoric OD.

Consulting and Organizational Management

Share » Connect » Blog: Consulting and Organizational Development. History of Organization Development (Part 1 of 6) — “Prehistoric OD” By Carter McNamara on March 5, 2012. NOTE: This site distinguishes the difference between “organizational development” and “Organization Development.”

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Top 11 Must-Read Project Management Books

Epicflow

Becoming a competent and sought-after project manager is impossible without constant professional development. Making Things Happen: Mastering Project Management by Scott Berkun Making Things Happen is a practical handbook for project managers written in an easy-to-read and witty manner. Enjoy the reading!