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Empathy Is a Non-Negotiable Leadership Skill. Here’s How to Practice It.
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When leaders misunderstand what empathy truly means, they struggle to practice it effectively—or they fail to practice it altogether. Many leaders neglect to intentionally lead with empathy, and this can have significant consequences: low morale, high employee turnover, burnout, and being perceived as unapproachable. Empathy is essential for motivating, connecting with, and engaging others. This article presents six strategies to help you develop and enhance this crucial skill in your leadership approach.

How to tell the difference between ‘good’ stress and ‘bad’ stress
www.fastcompany.com
Is it true that what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger? It’s important to understand the difference in the types of stress we encounter. Read more on how good stress work.

Coordination Crisis in Modern Tech Work
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Over 50% reported spending 25–50% of their week on “work about work”. What is the root cause of it? How can we improve that? Can AI help? Do people managers help and what is the role of executives?

Get Clearer, More Actionable Feedback
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This article offers strategies and scripts you can use to get more specific, tactical direction from your manager. The better you get at translating feedback from abstract to actionable, the more effectively you can deliver results.

What People Still Get Wrong About Negotiations
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All too often, negotiators fail to share information with their counterparts about preferences on the various issues, fearful that they will be exploited if the other side knows what they value. They keep all their cards hidden and assume that this is the secret to being a tough negotiator. To elicit the information necessary to create value, resolve conflicts, and reach efficient agreements, negotiators should use four key strategies: building trust, asking questions, sharing information, and making multiple offers simultaneously. A fifth strategy is also introduced: the concept of post-settlement settlements (PSS) to improve deals even after initial agreements have been made.

Contract Negotiations Should Be Collaborative, Not Adversarial
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Traditional approaches to contract negotiation, heavily focused on risk mitigation, are increasingly misaligned with business needs. New research shows that while companies spend considerable time haggling over legal protections, the most common sources of disagreement during contract execution are practical issues like pricing, scope, and delivery. The path forward requires a fundamental shift in how we approach negotiations. This isn’t about abandoning risk management — it’s about recognizing that the best risk management strategy is often creating clear, practical agreements focused on mutual success.

4 Styles of Coaching—and When to Use Them
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People often believe they’re coaching when they’re actually just giving instructions. So what is coaching and how do you get better at it? Effective coaching involves knowing when to ask questions and guide your employees and when to step back and let them own the decision-making. This framework helps leaders navigate their coaching style and understand the importance of adapting different coaching styles to varying situations and fostering employees’ self-sufficiency.

5 Techniques to Build a More Powerful Speaking Voice
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In an era where the human elements of leadership matter more than ever, mastering your “vocal presence” isn’t just an enhancement to executive capability—it’s an essential dimension of how you inspire, connect with, and mobilize others toward shared goals. Through conscious practice of breath coordination and vocal techniques, you can develop a more commanding, authentic, and engaging presence that will resonate deeply with your audience. The article outlines five simple, functional exercises to improve vocal presence.

How to Learn from a Failed Negotiation
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Even the best negotiators sometimes fail. When that happens, it is important to consider went wrong so you can do better in the future. Start by understanding the types of failure you can experience, why you’ve failed, and how much it matters. Use this five steps, fix your weaknesses, and, finally, come back to the table with confidence.
How to stop over-apologizing when it is not needed
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🚨 Stop Apologizing All the Time 🚨 How to Stop Saying Sorry When You Don’t Need To For years, I found myself apologizing for things I didn’t need to. - Asking a question? “Sorry, quick question…” - Walking past someone? “Sorry, just squeezing by…” - Taking a well-deserved break? “Sorry, I need a minute…” Then it hit me: Over-apologizing doesn’t make you nicer or more likeable; it makes you easier to dismiss. Here are 21 ways to cut back on saying “sorry” and sound more confident!

Managing Up: How to Get What You Need from the People in Charge
www.amazon.com
Do you feel vulnerable to the whims of your boss, peers, or internal politics, pushing through each day with a nagging undercurrent of anxiety? Maybe you’re micromanaged, interrupted in meetings, saddled with busy work, or overlooked for career opportunities. But what if you could subtly teach those above you to value your ideas and treat you with respect—without ever changing your job title? This is an indispensable guide to navigating power dynamics, building effective relationships with higher-ups, and earning more authority, freedom, and confidence at work—from one of today’s “most innovative career coaches” (Insider).

AI fakers exposed in tech dev recruitment: postmortem
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WOW! A full-remote security startup nearly hired a backend engineer who doesn’t exist, after a candidate used an AI filter as an on-screen disguise in video interviews. Learnings for tech companies! Excellent read not only for recruiters!

59 Seconds: Think a Little, Change a Lot
www.amazon.com
A psychologist and best-selling author presents a myth-busting response to the self-help movement, offering tips and techniques to enhance your life based on scientific research. Richard Wiseman has been concerned by the realization that the self-help industry often promotes practices that undermine motivation, harm relationships, and stifle creativity—essentially achieving the opposite of what it promises. In his book, he challenges this trend by compiling scientific insights that can assist you in transforming your life in under a minute. He provides guidance on becoming more decisive, imaginative, engaged, and, ultimately, happier.

How Emotions Are Made | Lisa Feldman Barrett
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This groundbreaking book has transformed our understanding of the human mind. Why do emotions often feel automatic and uncontrollable? Does rational thought truly govern emotion? This book explores the principles of emotion constructivism and its practical impacts on our lives.

Úvod do neštěstí
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Kultovní kniha amerického psychologa rakouského původu značné části čtenářů ukáže, v kolika disciplínách aspiruje na nešťastníka a jak se v nich zdokonalit. Metody jsou to jednoduché, hojně užívané a člověku se dostane podrobného návodu, jak na to. Vše je odkoukáno z praxe a ověřeno.
It’s Not Too Late to Kickstart Your Personal Brand for 2025
www.inc.com
If you’ve ever felt uneasy about the term “personal brand,” you’re not alone. As an executive communication coach, I’ve met many talented professionals who resist the concept because they fear it’s sales-y. But here’s the truth: You already have a personal brand—whether you choose to manage it or not.

The Productivity Paradox
www.psychologytoday.com
What if working harder is actually making you less successful? Discover the science behind strategic rest, subtraction thinking, and how doing less can help you achieve more.

From job board to influencer hub: How LinkedIn became a creator gold mine
www.fastcompany.com
LinkedIn isn’t just for job seekers and recruiters anymore—it’s turning into a hot spot for influencers who are changing how professionals connect, share ideas, and build their brands. To dive deeper into this trend, I spoke with five LinkedIn influencers to understand why this shift is happening and what it means for the next wave of influencer marketing.

Hromadné propouštění může zničit reputaci firmy, když jej uděláte jako robot. Jak ho zvládnout s grácií?
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Co zákon neukládá, ale rozhodně to pomůže? Co udělat pro ty, kdo odcházejí? V komentáři radí expertka na komunikaci a advokát.

The Path to Managing Managers
www.developing.dev
James Stanier, an engineering director at Shopify, shared insights on the transition to managing managers. This topic is particularly interesting because managers' career growth and strategy differ significantly from that of early individual contributors. His post offers valuable advice for anyone preparing to make the leap into management.

The Case for Sabbaticals — and How to Take a Successful One
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A sabbatical — defined here as an intentional extended leave from your job-related work — may seem out of reach for many workers. But if you can swing it, the potential payoff is enormous. In fact, taking one could be transformational for your life and career. Research and interviews with more than 250 sabbatical-takers reveal the key attributes that define these breaks, the three distinct sabbatical types, and the hurdles one must overcome to persuade bosses, colleagues, and yourself that it’s a good idea.

Your Personal Brand Needs a Refresh. Here’s Where to Start.
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In a fast-changing world, it requires both a strategy and disciplined execution to stand out and remain relevant. And since your own career interests, goals, and objectives are likely changing more rapidly than ever, don’t assume that your internal state of mind is reflected in your public brand. Indeed, there’s often a lag between our self-perception and how others view us, and we have to consciously focus on closing that gap to achieve the brand or reputation we seek. The authors present four key steps to consider to ensure you’re offered relevant opportunities and can deploy your full talents.

HBR On Leadership: Lessons from Maggie Lena Walker’s Entrepreneurial Leadership
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In this episode, Harvard Business School senior lecturer Tony Mayo traces Walker’s approach to leadership as she became the first female bank president in America. You’ll learn how she led the turnaround of the Order of St. Luke by cutting costs, increasing membership, and launching new businesses that catered to unmet needs in Richmond’s Black community. You’ll also learn how Walker relied on her personal networks and deep local roots to overcome challenges rooted in systemic racism throughout her career.

The Right Way to Manage Emotions on Your Team
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This is a conversation on handling uncomfortable situations. Many managers don’t know what to say when a team member appears angry, frustrated, or sad. They might even feel it is unprofessional to acknowledge those feelings at all. However, research shows that avoidance is costly. Teams perform better when their leaders respond effectively to members’ emotions.
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