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5 Ways to Develop Talent for an Unpredictable Future

Harvard Business

We may not know what tomorrow’s jobs will look like, but we can safely assume that when people are more curious, emotionally intelligent, resilient, driven, and intelligent, they will generally be better equipped to learn what is needed to perform those jobs, and provide whatever human value technology cannot replace.

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Building Future Leaders: The Essential Role of Succession Planning and Talent Management

Clarity Consultants

Succession planning and talent management strategies are essential in ensuring that companies are prepared for leadership transitions and equipped to thrive in the face of new challenges. These strategies involve various elements, including talent identification, development programs, and employee engagement initiatives.

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Talent Matters Even More than People Think

Harvard Business

Leaving aside luck, which equates to confessing that we don’t really know, there are really just two explanations: talent and effort. Talent concerns the abilities, skills, and expertise that determine what a person can do. Effort concerns the degree to which the person deploys their talents. Is talent overrated?

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The Future of Work: Trends and Predictions

Effective Managers

Hybrid work arrangements—combining remote and in-office work—offer the best of both worlds: improved work-life balance for employees and access to a global talent pool for employers. Soft skills such as emotional intelligence, communication, and adaptability will become even more valuable as technology automates routine work.

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How to Boost Your (and Others’) Emotional Intelligence

Harvard Business

Among the various core ingredients of talent and career success, few personal qualities have received more attention in the past decade than emotional intelligence (EQ), the ability to identify and manage your own and others’ emotions. Emotional Intelligence. 3 Ways to Better Understand Your Emotions.

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Why Young Bankers, Lawyers, and Consultants Need Emotional Intelligence

Harvard Business

Over my 40-year banking career, I’ve learned that the critical distinguishing factor for advancing in the professional services is emotional intelligence (EQ). ” Emotional intelligence matters even more today. But in order to strengthen your emotional intelligence, you have to know what it is.

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Communication in an AI-Driven World: Webinar

Clarity Consultants

The Role of AI in Talent Development Brenda McNabb, VP of Service & Development at Clarity Consultants, brought a wealth of knowledge to the discussion, highlighting how AI is transforming talent management and development. This includes emotional intelligence, critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability.

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