What are the different leadership and communication styles?
October 9, 2019
What is leadership style? An individual’s leadership style is the way they communicate, motivate, and provide direction to those around them. Just like a personality, each person’s leadership style is made up of a complex number …
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Learning and development, where do I start? Start with your Pivot Players.
October 4, 2019
by Linda Glass When I was at Starbucks years ago, our number one goal was growth. I still remember the mantra 2000 by 2000 – we were going to be HUGE. Ah – youth. We all …
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Combining skillset and mindset to transform teams through whole person development
September 12, 2019
With the workplace rapidly changing, many employers are grappling with issues related to employee engagement and turnover. In order to retain talent, employers are realizing the importance of investing in professional development and reskilling. Making sure …
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What successful diversity training looks like in 2019
September 3, 2019
According to Glassdoor, 57% of employees think their companies should be more diverse. Yet, SHRM found that 41% of managers say they are “too busy” to implement diversity training initiatives. The truth is that many workplaces …
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First-time manager training: how to prepare for leadership
August 26, 2019
Whether you’ve found yourself in a leadership position for the first time or aspire to lead a team one day, figuring out where to start your journey to become a great leader can be tough. You’re …
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5 key takeaways from Tableau’s Diversity and Inclusion in Tech Panel
August 23, 2019
On August 15, 2019, technology company Tableau hosted an event called Tableau Presents: Diversity & Inclusion in Technology in Austin, Texas. The event featured a film made by local Austin documentary filmmaker Oddett Garza-Weatherspoon that explores …
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How to make leadership training work in 2019
August 19, 2019
In this guide, we’ll talk about what leadership training is, how to be a great leader, and how to train employees for leadership. …
Read More Diversity and inclusion in the workplace: a journey, not a destination
August 15, 2019
According to Glassdoor, 57% of employees think their companies should be more diverse. Yet, SHRM found that 41% of managers say they are “too busy” to implement diversity initiatives. The truth is that many workplaces are …
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What is whole person development and why is it crucial in the workplace?
August 1, 2019
As employee engagement and employee retention become increasing challenges in the workplace, more and more employers are turning to whole person development as a solution. What companies are getting wrong about employee development Problem: lack of …
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Leadership skills every millennial needs
July 23, 2019
In the last 5 years, 87% of millennial workers have taken on management roles. This means that millennials need to be prepared with certain leadership skills before taking on leadership positions within their organizations. As the business landscape …
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Why “soft skills” training is crucial for creating better leaders
July 19, 2019
When we apply for jobs, it’s common for us to highlight our technical skills: coding and development skills, experience with certain software, or statistical analysis. But where technical skills might help you meet the basic requirements …
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