As leaders, professionals, and human beings, we’re constantly learning. But learning doesn’t truly take root unless we apply it—unless we take that knowledge and do something with it. One of the simplest yet most powerful tools for turning learning into action is asking the right question. Today, I’m sharing the single most important learning question

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When we think about workplace learning, we often think about the workshops and formal learning experiences the company might offer. Some even consider the learning culture and those offerings when picking a company to work for. I agree with those folks who view learning and development as an important part of a desirable job, and

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Struggle is an unavoidable part of life, and as leaders, it’s something we all face at some point. It’s natural to want to avoid it or feel frustrated when we encounter it, but the reality is, struggle can be one of the most valuable experiences we have. While it may be uncomfortable or seem unfair,

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Priorities, procrastination, and productivity. All of us have struggled with at least one (or maybe all three) in our lives. One we want less of, one we want more of, and one we want to be clearer. Let’s talk about the connection between these elusive ideas and what we can do to get all of

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Over the last few years, remote work has shifted from an occasional convenience to an essential part of our professional lives. As someone who has spent a significant amount of time researching and practicing leadership in remote environments, I can tell you this: leading remotely isn’t the same as leading in person. While many of

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In some ways, there are just two types of organizations. Those that invest in leadership development (at a wide variety of levels) and those that don’t. My simple and practical advice today applies to both types of organizations. This advice is centered on two powerful principles. That when people talk about their challenges and goals, they

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I recently ate at a breakfast buffet where there was a rapidly replenished large selection of delicious food choices. As I ate, and observed others, I determined there are three basic strategies that we employ at a buffet, and I think they relate to the learning strategies we all have available to us as well.

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Trust is critical to successful remote and hybrid work. If you don’t believe that your team is working away when you can’t see them, it can lead to micromanagement, constant meetings, unproductive check-ins and redundancy. Even with the best of intentions, doubt and suspicion can creep in. But why? When we work in the office with

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In today’s fast-paced business environment, email has become an essential tool for communication. However, with its widespread use comes a common challenge: email overload. Many professionals feel overwhelmed by the sheer volume of emails they receive daily, making it difficult to stay productive and focused on important tasks. If you find yourself drowning in emails,

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You’ve heard the expression, “it ain’t rocket science.” When it comes to being a long distance leader, we believe that’s true. But it got me thinking about rocket science and working remotely. As the release of the updated Long-Distance Leader, Revised Rules for Remarkable Remote and Hybrid Leadership approaches, I’ve gone back and looked at some

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