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The So What Strategy – A Highly Recommended Book for Business Communications

Steve Shu Consulting

I’ve recently read “The So What Strategy,” a book on business communications, and wanted to share my thoughts on the book. So what do I think about “The So What Strategy” by Davina Stanley and Gerard Castles (formerly communications specialists at McKinsey & Company)? Finally, “The So What Strategy” comes in a modern package.

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Top 11 Must-Read Project Management Books

Epicflow

Making Things Happen: Mastering Project Management by Scott Berkun Making Things Happen is a practical handbook for project managers written in an easy-to-read and witty manner. It consists of the author’s essays that cover the philosophy and strategies for managing projects.

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How Our Workshop for Accountable Change Can Improve Your Organization’s Performance

Effective Managers

You have a strategy in place. The workshop includes a copy of the Manager’s Handbook for Organizational Change that will serve as a guide to participants so they can implement successful change. Consider the following situation. The process has been successful: All the Key Performance Indicators have been set and assigned.

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The Fundamentals of Leadership Still Haven’t Changed

Harvard Business

This tried and true perspective on leadership was reinforced for us during the past year as we researched and wrote the HBR Leader’s Handbook. She then worked with each manager to help them craft these strategies, making choices about how to deploy resources, where to focus, and how fast to proceed.

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The 6 Fundamental Skills Every Leader Should Practice

Harvard Business

Over the past year we have been writing the HBR Leader’s Handbook — a primer for aspiring leaders who want to take their careers to the next level. Translate that vision into a clear strategy about what actions to take, and what not to do. Recruit, develop, and reward a team of great people to carry out the strategy.

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Storytelling in OD Communications

Harmonious Workplaces

Integrate the REAL Model The NTL Handbook of Organizational Development and Change (Jones & Brazzel, 2014) from the NTL Institute for Applied Behavioral Science recommends incorporating the REAL model (Reflection, Engagement, Action, Learning) into storytelling efforts. The NTL Handbook of Organization Development and Change.

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Fight Ageism, Fuel Growth with Inclusive Hiring & Retention

Harmonious Workplaces

Today’s workplace strives to employ DEI strategies to foster innovation, employee satisfaction, and a competitive edge. Strategies for Combating Ageism Promote Lifelong Learning and Development To address ageism, workplaces can foster an environment where leadership and employees embrace lifelong learning and professional development.