The SHRM (Society for Human Resource Management) national conference is the world’s largest gathering of human resource professionals with 375 sessions and expected onsite and online attendance of 26,000 people. It will take place at the San Diego Convention Center, June 29th to July 2nd. Learn more about the conference at: https://annual.shrm.org/.
Continue reading “SHRM25 is Happening Next Week”What You Need Besides Leadership Skills
People spend the bulk of their careers acquiring various “leadership skills”. Unfortunately, acquiring those “skills” alone will usually not help them become a better leader. This ‘checking the boxes’ approach to leadership improvement only provides temporary success, if any, as people become complacent once they’ve achieved them, instead of working to optimize them. For ongoing, long-term improvement, leaders need a continuously improving leadership process to help them achieve their career goals. Here is some of what you need besides “leadership skills.”
Continue reading “What You Need Besides Leadership Skills”The Process of Leading: A Biotech Director’s Breakthrough
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
Marcus stared out of his glass-walled office, watching his team hustle through another late night at a biotech company. As Director of Research, he was a brilliant scientist—but leading people? That was another matter. He’d spent years reading books on leadership skills—communication, delegation, motivation—but something wasn’t clicking. His team was burning out, innovation was slowing, and morale was dropping.
Leadership Resources Management vs 360-Degree Reviews
Leadership Resources Management is a data-informed approach to strategically manage an organization’s leadership resources. It enables more informed decision-making in promotions, assignments, retention and hiring. It can be an improvement over typical 360⁰ reviews with the LeadershipRM™ 360⁰ solution.
Continue reading “Leadership Resources Management vs 360-Degree Reviews”Why Leadership is Your Organization’s Most Valuable Resource
If I were to ask you to name your organization’s most valuable resource, you would probably respond with innovation, technology/data, mineral resources or even your people or culture. People and culture are pretty close, but people usually thrive and like the working environment because of a good leader. Culture is also nourished and supported by a good leader. In fact, a good leader will help an organization maximize the value of all of their other resources.
Continue reading “Why Leadership is Your Organization’s Most Valuable Resource”The Leadership Code: A CNO’s Secret to Success
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
As the Chief Nursing Officer at a leading metropolitan hospital, Lisa knew that leadership wasn’t just about policies and procedures—it was about people. With over 15 years of experience in the field, she had seen firsthand how personality differences could either strengthen or strain a team.
The Mentor at the Helm
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
Elena, the Chief Operating Officer of a top strategy consulting firm, thrived in high-stakes decision-making. She navigated complex client challenges daily, but her true passion lay in developing her team.
The Visionary VP
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
Nathan, Vice President of Marketing at a top-tier financial services firm, knew that success in today’s fast-paced world required more than just experience—it demanded vision. As fintech startups disrupted traditional banking, Nathan saw an opportunity rather than a threat.
Leading with AI: A Modern Success Story
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
Emma, Vice President of Strategy at a financial services firm, had always been a forward thinker. As fintech disrupted traditional banking, she saw artificial intelligence not as a threat but as an opportunity.
Humble Leaders Make Great Leaders
TALES FROM THE LEADERSHIP FRONT
In a city known for fierce competition, Jordan, the CEO of a major tech firm, was different. He wasn’t loud or flashy; instead, his approach to leadership was rooted in quiet humility. Jordan had started as a software developer and rose through the ranks not by promoting himself but by valuing teamwork and collaboration. As he moved up, he made a conscious decision to keep his ego in check, believing that leadership was about listening and learning, not commanding.