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How To Influence Executives: 5 Elements of Persuasive Stories
While we think we're data-driven and logical, we are much more influenced by stories than numbers. Hone your storytelling skills to unlock a next level…
Oct 2
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Yue Zhao
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How to Tame Imposter Syndrome
Imposter syndrome is not something we get rid off. Instead, it is a natural feeling when we try something new outside our comfort zone, and the goal is…
Sep 25
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Yue Zhao
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Time for Strategic Work Is Not Optional and Does Not Need To Be Earned
If you want to up level your work and be more strategic, don't wait for an opportunity or "get other work done first." Prioritize strategy conversation…
Sep 11
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Yue Zhao
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How To Expand Your Influence Skills
Having the data or being “right” doesn’t win hearts and minds. We work with humans. And humans are emotional creatures. Build your influence through…
Jul 31
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Yue Zhao
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What Most Leaders of AI Get Wrong About Driving Adoption
AI Adoption is not a technology or skillset problem. It is a mindset and change management challenge. Invest in context sharing, up-skilling, and early…
Jul 24
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Yue Zhao
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How Great Leaders Use Empathy to Create Shared Vision
When you see the world from another person’s perspective, you realize that opposing truths can both be right.
Jul 17
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Yue Zhao
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Finding Your Most Counterintuitive Leadership Growth Areas
We ask ourselves what makes us happy and work towards that. It turns out that your negative emotions are also a compass for action when they are…
Jul 10
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Yue Zhao
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How To Counter A False Statement About You
Demonstrate a counterpoint to change a false perception or recover gracefully from mistake. Here's how to escape the negative thinking spiral, move…
Jul 3
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Yue Zhao
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Two Must Do's for Executives To Truly Prioritize Their Priorities
Do you find that your calendar manages you? We go in detail on how to make your calendar reflect your priorities and why creating themes throughout the…
Jun 26
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Yue Zhao
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Common Mistakes Leaders Make When Landing Difficult Reorgs
Most common mistakes leaders make include: Moving too quickly (or not fast enough) after the reorg, not watching out for impact on existing teams, and…
Jun 19
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Yue Zhao
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A Behind The Scenes Look At How Org Changes Happen and Common Mistakes (Part I)
Leaders reorganize people and teams to support new initiatives, accelerate lagging projects, or (sometimes) to satisfy someone’s ego.
Jun 12
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Yue Zhao
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How To Get Past Your Inner Critic To Lead Confidently
When you silence your inner critic and frame a situation objectively, it removes blame for yourself and others. This allows you to focus on what needs…
May 29
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Yue Zhao
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