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Executing Strategy
Sail Smoothly: How to Build a Clear, Consistent Communication Plan Click to view Sail Smoothly: How to Build a Clear, Consistent Communication Plan
There’s a reason so many metaphors link sailing and business. You might be surprised that phrases like “making headway,” “all hands on deck,” “changing course,” and “having leeway” all began as sailing terms.
The parallels are clear: Navigating the unknown, managing a crew or...
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Business Simulation
Why Fictional Business Simulations Drive Real Learning Click to view Why Fictional Business Simulations Drive Real Learning
When we at Insight Experience design business simulations with our clients, many assume the simulation should exactly reflect their business. Through nearly three decades of experience, we’ve learned that fictional simulations, those built around a metaphorical business, are...
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Developing New Leaders
Practical Tips for New Leaders: How to Write a Strong Email Click to view Practical Tips for New Leaders: How to Write a Strong Email
Note: This is a post in the Practical Tips for New Leaders series. For more tips, learn about running effective meetings and working with senior leaders.
One of the fastest ways to build credibility as a new leader is to communicate clearly. That starts with your emails.
I know...
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4 Simple Ways to Customize Your Leadership Development4 Simple Ways to Customize Your Leadership Development
Customized leadership development inherently has a higher impact on leaders and organizational results. Because...
Amanda Young Hickman
Jan 8, 2019
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Five Misconceptions About Business SimulationsFive Misconceptions About Business Simulations
When you hear the term “business simulation," what comes to mind? Images of MBA case studies, computer-based games,...
Ashley Perry
Oct 24, 2018
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Leading in a post-acquisition environmentLeading in a post-acquisition environment
CHALLENGE Our client recently closed an acquisition of a company larger in size, with largely complementary...
Amanda Young Hickman
Oct 17, 2017
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Five Misconceptions about Business SimulationsFive Misconceptions about Business Simulations
When you hear the term “business simulation," what comes to mind? Images of MBA case studies, computer-based games, or...
Ashley Perry
Oct 5, 2017
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Make learning last—increasing development ROIMake learning last—increasing development ROI
The Institute for Corporate Productivity recently completed a case study about Ford Motor Company’s Global Executive...
Amanda Young Hickman
Sep 6, 2017
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Why 70/20/10 learning doesn’t work as well as it couldWhy 70/20/10 learning doesn’t work as well as it could
The 70/20/10 Theory In any talent management discussion, it doesn’t take long for someone to invoke the 70-20-10...
Amanda Young Hickman
Aug 22, 2017
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Prime Your Leaders for LearningPrime Your Leaders for Learning
When people are enjoying themselves, they can be more open to taking in new information. And, if the material is...
Pamela Roller
Jan 19, 2017
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The L&D Lever to Improve M&A ResultsThe L&D Lever to Improve M&A Results
Lost in the commotion of keeping the newly formed company moving forward during a merger or acquisition is the impact...
Jamie Hayman
Jun 2, 2016
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The Case for Simulations at Mid-Market CompaniesThe Case for Simulations at Mid-Market Companies
Mid-market companies face a unique leadership development challenge. They need robust, sophisticated development...
Jamie Hayman
Apr 4, 2016
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