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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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Leadership
What Learning to Code Taught Me About Leadership Click to view What Learning to Code Taught Me About Leadership
I recently came across a set of notes I wrote in 2023 while teaching myself to code at age 54. I never turned them into anything at the time. But rereading them now, two years later, I realized how much they taught me about learning, leadership, and persistence. Here’s what I...
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Crucible CommunicationCrucible Communication
In our work at Insight Experience, we focus on communication as a key lever of leadership. It’s never been more...
Nick Noyes
Apr 30, 2020
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Say/Do/Think/Feel: Leading in CrisisSay/Do/Think/Feel: Leading in Crisis
Say what you will about the current crisis: It is clearly a crucible time for leaders. Not all leadership moments are...
Nick Noyes
Apr 23, 2020
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How to Foster a Culture of Leadership DevelopmentHow to Foster a Culture of Leadership Development
What is a culture of leadership development? It’s a culture where leaders are intentional about leadership growth all...
Amanda Young Hickman
Jun 28, 2018
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What Mission-Driven Nonprofits Can Teach Us About LeadershipWhat Mission-Driven Nonprofits Can Teach Us About Leadership
Mission-driven nonprofits have something profound to teach us about one of leadership’s most powerful levers: ...
Nick Noyes
Nov 2, 2017
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Inspire Discretionary Effort by Knowing What You Stand ForInspire Discretionary Effort by Knowing What You Stand For
Every successful leader must grapple with a fundamental question: What do you stand for? At the heart of leadership is...
Nick Noyes
Feb 9, 2017
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How Are You Exercising Your Leadership Power?How Are You Exercising Your Leadership Power?
A striking confluence of events occurred as I was concluding a webinar on the Economics of Trust late last week. I had...
Nick Noyes
Jul 22, 2015
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Leadership’s Secret: Consistency in Word, Deed, & DirectionLeadership’s Secret: Consistency in Word, Deed, & Direction
Leadership comes in many styles and settings. Despite the countless variations and examples of leaders around the...
Amanda Young Hickman
Sep 11, 2014
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Neuroscience & Leadership: Interpersonal Trumps AnalyticsNeuroscience & Leadership: Interpersonal Trumps Analytics
We have it wrong. Well, actually, we have it backwards. What we’ve traditionally assumed about key traits for...
Nick Noyes
Aug 28, 2014
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Leadership Leverage: When Does Daily Leadership Matter?Leadership Leverage: When Does Daily Leadership Matter?
Everyone who studies or teaches or practices leadership knows that leaders make a profound difference in moments of...
Amanda Young Hickman
Jun 19, 2014
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