With today’s technology driving rapid access to data and real-time performance tracking, executives face greater pressure to not only meet but exceed their predecessors’ results. This technology heightens expectations for faster decision-making and higher efficiency. Where new executives used to have up to multiple quarters to acclimate and deliver results, today’s transitioning C-suit has around […]
The following article on the ROI of leadership Coaching appeared in HR.com on August 2, 2024, written by A.J. O’Connor Associates President Shannon O’Connor Bock. Read the original article here. Today, the estimated global revenue from coaching sits around 4.56 billion dollars. It comes as no surprise when analyzing the rise in online executive coaching. Since 2019, […]
In the past, internal leadership grew as the company grew. Employees were encouraged to start from the bottom, working their way up. This type of professional development was clear and defined. Your successes, products and work (that correctly answered your manager’s needs) determined the executive position you could eventually hold. As you climbed the ladder, […]
The following article on leading with empathy appeared in Human Capital Innovations on June 14, 2024 , written by A.J. O’Connor Associates President Shannon O’Connor Bock. Read the original article here. It is clear that nowadays, employees seek authentic connections with their managers and colleagues. EY’s Empathy in Business report found that mutual empathy between […]
Layoffs are challenging for all parties, but the company’s success depends on how its leaders navigate the uncertainty and keep their remaining workforce engaged. One study found that even a 1% downsize can result in a 31% increased turnover rate. So, how do you re-engage your employees and avoid the mass exodus that often accompanies […]
Leadership is more than a role; it is a skill that requires practice and is essential to personal and professional growth. In the workplace, leaders inspire and influence others to accomplish a common goal. However, becoming a leader doesn’t require a title. It does include developing skills and traits that allow you to lead with […]
Gone are the days of punching in, keeping quiet, and punching out. Today, employees want genuine connections at work from their managers and coworkers alike. EY’s empathy in business report found that mutual empathy between leaders and employees creates a safe, agile culture that increases efficiency, creativity, job satisfaction and innovation. That said, 52% of […]
The International Coaching Federation (ICF), in partnership with PwC, estimated the global revenue from coaching to be over $4.56 billion. Clearly, it’s a vibrant and growing investment for leaders across vertical industries, with 99% of coached leaders expressing satisfaction with their coaching experience. This being said, today’s world requires data to back up investments, even […]
Strong leaders understand that, like change, leadership practices are dynamic. With 2024 underway, the pace of change continues to accelerate, and leaders must evolve to meet the moment with new techniques and a growth mindset that is ready to tackle new and evolving challenges. To thrive in today’s globalized and technologically advanced world, leaders must […]
According to a NerdWallet study featured in HRD America, 78% of business leaders have experienced Impostor Syndrome at some point in their careers. However, just because you’re feeling self-doubt doesn’t mean you are in the wrong position. It may just mean that you need to change your perspective. Impostor Syndrome Definition and Types Feeling like […]
