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13:57

Is Employee Engagement Truly the Key to...

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2025/09/06

Abstract: This article examines the complex relationship between employee engagement and productivity in organizations. It establishes clear definitions of engagement and productivity as distinct yet related constructs. Through a review of scholarly literature, the article demonstrates that while engagement generally correlates with performance, it does not guarantee productivity due to various intervening factors. Key considerations discussed include the importance of aligning engagement strategies

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16:45

Leaders Who Don't Listen: An Ongoing Organizational...

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2025/09/05

Abstract: This article explores the ongoing challenge of non-listening leadership and its detrimental impacts on organizations. Through a review of relevant research literature and practical examples, it highlights how failing to listen undermines relationships, employee engagement, innovation, decision-making, and overall performance—particularly in today's fast-paced business environment that demands open communication. The article examines common barriers to effective listening at the individual,

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17:12

When the Going Gets Tough: Identifying and Overcoming...

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2025/09/04

Abstract: Burnout is a significant issue facing professionals in a wide range of industries, yet it often goes unnoticed until the negative impacts emerge. This article explores the key dimensions of burnout as distinguished from temporary job stress, including emotional exhaustion, cynicism, and reduced professional efficacy. A review of common signs and objective assessment strategies helps practitioners recognize when stress has crossed over into burnout. Once identified, the research outlines

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15:15

The Power of Talk: Who Gets Heard and Why

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2025/09/02

Abstract: This article examines the factors that influence whose voices and perspectives gain influence within organizations. Through a review of the relevant literature across communication styles, cognitive biases, social hierarchies, and group dynamics, this research brief explores how certain individuals are more likely to have their ideas heard and shape outcomes based on attributes such as extraversion, confidence levels, gender, and social status. Biases in how competence and expertise are

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15:48

Beyond Control: Understanding the Hidden Beliefs that...

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2025/09/01

Abstract: This article explores the psychological drivers underlying micromanagement behaviors in organizational leaders. Drawing from scholarly literature in management, leadership, and psychology, common hidden beliefs that can fuel micromanagement are identified, including needs for certainty, perfectionism, external locus of control tendencies, and distrust or control issues. The article delineates how these unconscious beliefs manifest as identifiable thought patterns and micromanaging

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16:25

The Empowering Role of Empathy: How Connecting with...

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2025/08/31

Abstract: Empathy is an essential yet often overlooked component of successful leadership. This article explores the importance of empathy - defined as understanding another's perspective and feelings - for key leadership functions through a review of recent studies and insights from consulting experience. It examines how empathy strengthens relationships, increases engagement, and fosters innovation by transforming rapport into empowerment for both leaders and followers. Practical strategies are

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15:15

Are You Preparing for the Future of Work by...

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2025/08/30

Abstract: This article examines how individuals and organizations can proactively develop skills that research indicates will remain difficult to automate as artificial intelligence and new technologies continue to transform the future of work. Through a review of comprehensive skills studies by McKinsey Global Institute, World Economic Forum, and OECD, core human capabilities like complex problem-solving, critical thinking, creativity, people management and emotional intelligence are identified as

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15:39

Understanding Self-Awareness: More Than a Buzzword,...

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2025/08/28

Abstract: This article explores the topic of self-awareness, an important yet often misunderstood concept, through a conceptual and practical lens. After defining self-awareness as having an accurate perception of one's abilities, characteristics and behaviors, the article examines self-awareness development as occurring along a continuum from subjective to constructively-developmental understanding. Drawing from leadership, coaching, and psychological literature, key strategies for cultivating

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16:22

Collaborating from Afar: Tips for Maximizing...

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2025/08/27

Abstract: As more teams conduct their work remotely, effective collaboration across distances has become increasingly important. However, remote work also introduces unique challenges to teamwork and productivity that require strategic solutions. This practitioner-oriented brief provides research-backed guidance and examples for overcoming barriers to remote collaboration. Drawing from literature on virtual teams, knowledge management, and distributed work, it establishes the communication,

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18:19

The Wellbeing Paradox in an AI World, by Jonathan H....

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2025/08/26

Abstract: As artificial intelligence transforms work through automation, a "wellbeing paradox" may emerge if its social and psychological impacts are not consciously managed. This practitioner-focused research brief explores the tensions between AI's productivity gains and potential threats to human thriving. Through a review of recent studies at the intersection of technology, jobs and wellbeing, it identifies challenges like job insecurity, social isolation, technostress, employee surveillance and

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16:42

Beyond Micromanagement: The Risks of Under-Management...

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2025/08/26

Abstract: This practitioner research brief examines the under-explored issue of under-management in organizations and its implications for employee and organizational performance. Under-management is defined as a hands-off, laissez faire approach to management where leaders provide very low levels of oversight, guidance and support to direct reports. Drawing from the academic literature as well as reflections on the author's 15+ years of experience as a management consultant, potential risks of

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16:29

Reducing Conflict and Elevating Your Impact:...

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2025/08/25

Abstract: This research brief examines strategies for leaders to more effectively manage conflict and enhance their positive influence. It explores how conflict, if left unresolved, can significantly undermine individual and organizational performance. The brief outlines a framework combining research insights with practical approaches for reducing the costs of conflict. Key recommendations include developing self-awareness of one's tendencies, fostering psychological safety, listening to

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13:16

Rethinking the Myth of Coming into the Office 5 Days...

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2025/08/25

Abstract: This research brief challenges the common assumption that having employees in the office together five days a week is essential for building and maintaining a strong organizational culture. Through a review and synthesis of relevant scholarly literature from fields such as management, psychology, and sociology, the article finds little empirical evidence supporting the notion that co-location drives cultural outcomes like performance, collaboration, and engagement. Two case studies are

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14:32

How Flat Hierarchies Can Discourage Women Applicants,...

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2025/08/23

Abstract: This article explores how flattened, team-oriented organizational structures aimed at boosting flexibility, collaboration, and innovation may unintentionally make it harder for women to navigate career opportunities and progression. Through a review of relevant academic literature, the article examines research showing that flattened hierarchies tend to de-emphasize clear career ladders, rely more heavily on informal networks, and reward aggressive self-promotion - all factors that can

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29:40

Rewire to Adapt: Neuroscience Strategies for Building...

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2025/08/21

Abstract: This article examines how evidence-based neuroscience principles can be leveraged to develop learning agility in organizational leaders. Learning agility—the ability to quickly adapt, learn from experience, and apply new knowledge in changing situations—has become a crucial leadership capability in volatile business environments. Drawing on recent neuroscience research, this paper identifies key brain mechanisms involved in learning agility and translates these insights into practical

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15:07

HR's Critical Role in Leveraging a Blended Workforce

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2025/08/21

Abstract: This paper examines the critical role human resources (HR) must play in ensuring the successful onboarding, integration and ongoing engagement of a blended workforce comprised of both traditional employees and alternative arrangements like contractors and gig workers. As many organizations adopt this model to increase flexibility and access specialized skills, unique challenges arise that require adept management. The research discusses HR's responsibilities in laying the necessary

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13:47

Applying Maslow's Hierarchy to Optimize Company...

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2025/08/20

Abstract: This article explores how applying Maslow's classic hierarchy of needs theory to company culture can help optimize employee engagement, retention, and performance. Abraham Maslow's principles of motivation posit that lower-level physiological and safety needs must be reasonably satisfied before individuals strongly pursue higher psychological needs. Translating this to the workplace, the brief discusses how organizations must first address basic compensation, benefits, and job security

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13:40

Changing Company Culture Requires a Movement, Not a...

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2025/08/18

Abstract: Changing cultures within organizations has proven very difficult to achieve through top-down mandates and directives alone. However, some companies have succeeded in catalyzing large-scale cultural transformations by taking a different approach - sparking grassroots movements from within. This practitioner research brief examines why movements are more effective than mandates at shifting underlying organizational mindsets and norms in lasting ways. Drawing on theories of

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14:23

Maximizing the Value of International Experience:...

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2025/08/18

Abstract: As globalization accelerates the movement of skilled talent internationally, successful repatriation has become a key retention and talent management issue for multinational organizations. This particle examines recent academic research on factors influencing repatriate job satisfaction and makes recommendations for applying findings to facilitate a positive repatriation experience. Drawing on studies exploring repatriate challenges with career support, cultural readjustment, and perceived

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14:28

Why Do We Undervalue Competent Management, by...

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2025/08/17

Abstract: This article examines why competent management is often undervalued within organizations despite its crucial role in driving operations, projects, culture and business results. Through analyzing relevant literature, key reasons for this undervaluation are explored, including perceptions of management as an "expected" task rather than accomplishment, difficulty quantifying management impact, cultural biases favoring technical skills, and lack of formal management development programs

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