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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
4d ago
In the most recent session of the mastermind group I run, I challenged members to think differently about their businesses and how they can make 2025 their best year yet. All of us have been affected by the downturn in the economy, and some are also feeling the effects of AI and disruptive trends in […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
5d ago
Today’s leaders face relentless pressure — higher customer expectations, reduced cycle times and the constant demand to do more with less. And on top of all that? Developing your employees. It often feels like employee development is yet another massive responsibility to squeeze into an already impossible workload — especially for leaders who define development […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
6d ago
Most “leaders” are merely ineffective managers in a position of authority. They don’t possess the traits that effective leaders have, so they can’t influence others well. By becoming a Giant, you can become more effective, influential and satisfied in your leadership role. A Giant is someone who has strength of character beyond the norm, is […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
Many strategic plans fail to deliver their intended results, leaving leaders frustrated and teams disengaged. Research over the years has consistently highlighted this challenge. Harvard Business School research by Kaplan and Norton first drew attention to this decades ago. At the same time, a 2016 survey by Bridges Business Consultancy reaffirmed that execution remains one of the biggest hurdles […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
Truth be told — employee well-being hasn’t been just another box to check for a while now. We’ve found that it’s a game-changer for businesses looking to thrive in today’s fast-paced, ever-changing world. The research doesn’t lie: prioritizing well-being at work can supercharge engagement — which would benefit after sinking to a 10-year low last […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
Legal organizations are adopting advanced organizational tools to seamlessly save time, boost productivity and increase legal document consistency. NetDocuments can help your firm stay ahead of the curve.
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
Ecological crises, societal inequalities and rapid technological advances are creating a landscape of uncertainty, anxiety and disconnection. Yet amidst these challenges lies a profound opportunity for leaders to redefine their approach to success — not through isolated ambition but through deeply human, connected and resilient frameworks. One such approach is the Secure Base Model, a […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
Across the world, countless change initiatives are underway. Yet, despite the best intentions, the majority fail to deliver the desired results. Studies estimate that 60 – 70% of change efforts fall short. If you want to drive effective change, here are five suggestions to consider. 1. Focus on one critical change In October 1987, Paul […]
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
1w ago
SmartBrief is helping you keep track of who is tracking the 2025 Super Bowl ads.
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SmartBrief Leadership Blog
2w ago
“You’re semi-retired,” my wife said to me two years ago. Hmm. I was not as busy with work as I typically was, but I did not think I was “retired.” I was plenty busy with work I wanted and volunteer projects I enjoyed. Upon reflection, however, I realized — duh, me, we’ve been married for […]
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