Managing mixed emotions at work
Coming back into contact with more colleagues as COVID-19 subsides will give rise to a whole host of emotions. In part 2 of 3, learn how to regulate your natural impulses....
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How AI is shaping the future of marketing communications
December 22, 2021 • by Mark Seall in Audio articles • 7 min read
Technology giant Siemens uses ‘natural language understanding’ to scour websites and social media posts for signals to predict emergent trends, and enhance brand value....
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Six reasons why businesses must foster a post-COVID global mindset
Even before the pandemic, cultivating a global mindset was challenging. With rising protectionism, remote working and decreased travel, the hurdles for executives have grown higher. But it is precisely these changes that...
Take a tip from Tesla and drive fast into the future
December 21, 2021 • by Howard Yu in Asian hub • 7 min read
COVID-19 is forcing corporations into radical transformation. The Future Readiness Indicator shows who is winning, and how to prepare and respond to tomorrow’s disruptions....
Embrace the paradox to become a better leader
December 21, 2021 • by Wendy Smith, Marianne W. Lewis, Josh Keller, Ella Miron-Spektor in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 10 min read
Conflicting tensions in the workplace are inevitable. Engaging with them can be challenging but also incredibly motivating, according to the latest research....
Care is needed to ensure the hybrid office works for all
December 20, 2021 • by Colleen Ammerman, Boris Groysberg, Manish Goel in Human Resources • 9 min read
Working from home has many advantages, but organizations need to ensure it does not lead to inequality and exclusion....
It’s time to focus on talent rather than gender
December 18, 2021 • by Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion programs are booming, but don’t always produce the required results. Here are four ways to make them work....
Women need a fair chance to lead post pandemic
December 15, 2021 • by Kate Waters in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion • 7 min read
The traits that define ‘great’ leadership need to be de-gendered: empathy, humility and vulnerability are among the qualities required now...
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Is it time to end outsourcing and develop talent in house?
December 14, 2021 • by Peter Cappelli in Human Resources • 8 min read
Employers have largely abandoned the traditional talent management planning model and moved towards talent acquisition. But they are not doing it with much care....
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