Wed.Jan 18, 2023

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Applied Behavioral Economics Rule of Thumb #5: Recognize the Possibilities and Perils of Anchors

Steve Shu Consulting

Although I’m no expert in boats, whether you anchor from the bow or stern can have a big impact on outcomes. Do it the right way (based on the design of the boat), you can keep your boat roughly confined to an area. Do it the wrong way, and you could flood, capsize, or sink your boat. When the anchor is up (e.g., removed from use), there are possibilities with a skilled person taking the boat out to new destinations.

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Undoing Unhealthy Conflict

Makarios Consulting

So, you’ve got unhealthy conflict in the workplace. You’re not alone. You’re not alone in having serious disagreements with colleagues or team members. You’re not alone when you candidly don’t know how or why things got to their current state of affairs. You’re not alone in feeling personally attacked … and perhaps in attacking the other person. You’re not alone in seeing your team’s productivity tank.

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Help Yourself

UPD Consulting

This recent study shows some pretty dramatic benefits to the overall economy in pursuing an equity agenda—to the tune of nearly $26 trillion over the 30 years analyzed! We should all know by now that the unemployment and educational attainment gaps, particularly between Blacks and Hispanics and their white counterparts, are the biggest culprits. So, it is perhaps understandable why it’s hard for the average employer to wrap their heads around how to solve those big structural impediments to equi

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Undoing Unhealthy Conflict

Makarios Consulting

So, you’ve got unhealthy conflict in the workplace. You’re not alone. You’re not alone in having serious disagreements with colleagues or team members. You’re not alone when you candidly don’t know how or why things got to their current state of affairs. You’re not alone in feeling personally attacked … and perhaps in attacking the other person. You’re not alone in seeing your team’s productivity tank.

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

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Don’t Worry, Be Happy

Chad Barr

That well known cliché was made famous in 1988 by Bobby McFerrin , when the renowned singer released the song on his fourth album, Simple Pleasures. It was sung a cappella, with all sounds including whistling mastered and woven by McFerrin alone. Another chartbuster, Happy, by Pharell Williams, was released in 2013, from the soundtrack of Despicable Me 2.

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9 Trends That Will Shape Work in 2023 and Beyond

Harvard Business

Amid a looming economic downturn, employers can expect another tumultuous year.

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There are no stupid mistakes

Seth Godin Blog

There are mistakes. These are moments when reality teaches us something. And there’s stupid. This is what happens when we refuse to learn from our mistakes. “Don’t be stupid” is a fine mantra. It’s particularly apt when talking about cultural forces, political agendas and our thoughtless impulses. It’s also useful to remember to “make productive and generous mistakes.” And to learn from them.

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How Recruiters Can Make the Most of a Hiring Slowdown

Harvard Business

Set your team up for success when hiring inevitably picks back up.

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Is a CX reckoning coming? 3 signs that point to ‘yes’

1 to 1

Many brands lost ground over the past year when it came to customer experience (CX) efforts and results. As economic and costs pressures grew, companies across various industries struggled to deliver the type of quick, easy interactions customer expect. Coming off a challenging year, there are major headwinds to contend with as 2023 begins, according to a new Forrester report, “Predictions 2023: Customer Experience.”.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr

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Helping Gen Z Employees Find Their Place at Work

Harvard Business

Seven strategies to engage, support, and connect.