Leadership
Authoritarian rulers aren’t new – here’s what Herodotus, an early Greek historian, wrote about them
Authoritarian rulers aren’t new – here’s what Herodotus, an early Greek historian, wrote about them Herodotus, an early Greek historian, wrote about authoritarian rulers thousands of years ago, analyzing the Persian invasion of Greece and its outcome. The Greek victory over Persia was attributed to the fact that many Greek city-states had representative governments, which […]
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Why do bosses give more power to suck ups?
Why do bosses give more power to suck ups? Two new studies found that leaders are less likely to empower followers who raise concerns about workplace decisions, even though these employees play a critical role in highlighting problems and identifying solutions. Researchers discovered that behaviors known as “challenging voice” (raising concerns) and “supportive voice” (encouraging […]
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Where next for Khamenei? After war, Iran’s supreme leader is faced with difficult choices
Where next for Khamenei? After war, Iran’s supreme leader is faced with difficult choices Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei faces difficult choices after the recent war with Israel, including how to respond to international pressure and criticism of his handling of the conflict. Khamenei must weigh the need for reform against the loyalty of […]
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Roman Empire and the fall of Nero offer possible lessons for Trump about the cost of self-isolation
Roman Empire and the fall of Nero offer possible lessons for Trump about the cost of self-isolation Nero’s rise and fall from power offer lessons for President Trump about the cost of self-isolation and ignoring honest advice. The Roman Emperor Nero surrounded himself with loyal, but ultimately self-interested, advisers who encouraged his delusions and failed […]
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Northern Colorado community college applauded by Department of Labor for AI implementation
Northern Colorado community college applauded by Department of Labor for AI implementation Aims Community College has been recognized by the Department of Labor for its innovative use of artificial intelligence (AI) in workforce studies programs. The college’s AI implementation aims to provide students with more accurate and personalized career guidance, as well as enhance their […]
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Capitalism and democracy are weakening – reviving the idea of ‘calling’ can help to repair them
Capitalism and democracy are weakening – reviving the idea of ‘calling’ can help to repair them Capitalism and democracy are weakening due to declining social trust, corruption, and inequality, but reviving the concept of “calling” can help repair them. The idea of calling has deep roots in history, dating back to theologian Martin Luther’s assertion […]
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Why power skills – formerly known as ‘soft skills’ – are the key to business success
Why power skills – formerly known as ‘soft skills’ – are the key to business success Power skills, formerly known as “soft skills,” are essential for business success in today’s complex and rapidly changing world. The demand for power skills is growing across industries, with nearly 7 in 10 U.S. employers planning to prioritize hiring […]
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Some bosses thrive on abusing employees
Some bosses thrive on abusing employees New research reveals that some bosses thrive on abusive behavior towards their employees, contradicting previous assumptions that such behavior would always have negative outcomes. A study surveyed 100 supervisors from various industries and found that many admitted to abusing employees to assert control or boost compliance, rather than simply […]
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Creative leadership in a world of AI and connection led
Creative leadership in a world of AI and connection led BulletPoint1 BulletPoint2 BulletPoint3 BulletPoint4 BulletPoint5 Creative leadership in a world of AI and connection led. Source: Youtube link
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Trump–Xi call boosts Chinese president’s tough man image — and may have handed him the upper hand in future talks
Trump–Xi call boosts Chinese president’s tough man image — and may have handed him the upper hand in future talks US President Donald Trump held a phone call with Chinese President Xi Jinping on June 5, which was seen as a success for his administration and led to the easing of some trade tensions. The […]
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