Marina Gorbis's Blog, page 703

Research: Board Experience Is Helping More Women Get CEO Jobs

To groom women for the C-suite, help them get on a board.

How Leaders Can Ask for the Feedback No One Wants to Give Them

What do employees say about you when you’re not around?

How Blockchain Will Change Construction

It will ensure complex projects have transparency and good record keeping.

You Just Lost Your Temper at Work. Now What?

Don’t try to pretend nothing happened.

Are Companies About to Have a Gen X Retention Problem?

Gen Xers are getting fewer promotions than other age groups — and their frustration is building.

Why You Should Stop Trying to Be Happy at Work

Find meaning in your job instead.

Client Troubles

Are clients bringing you down? Dan and Alison answer your questions with the help of Diane Hessan, the founder and chair of the marketing technology agency C Space. They talk through what to do when you have a difficult client, your coworkers are hampering your ability to serve clientele, or you want to win more business to advance your career.

Does Your Leadership Style Scare Your Employees?

Even if you think the answer is “no,” it might be “yes.”

Your AI Efforts Won’t Succeed Unless They Benefit Employees

Workers need to know AI is here to help — not steal their jobs.

Are New Graduates Happier Making More Money or Having More Time?

Research on the career choices of 1,000 Canadian students.