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Balancing optimism with toxic positivity: When looking on the bright side becomes too much

A healthy dose of hopeful optimism is a good thing. In fact, the Mayo Clinic (2023) promotes positive thinking, a precursor to optimism, as being good for your overall health and well-being. Positive thinking is also a key part of stress management. But what happens when the pendulum of positive thinking swings too far in the other direction?
2 min read
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Series: Talent Management Insights

INSIGHT: How to Design Effective Employee Engagement Surveys

When crafted and executed properly, employee engagement surveys provide leaders with critical insights into the thoughts and experiences of their teams.
9 min read
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To Judge or Not to Judge

The line between making a judgment and judging can be blurry at times.
3 min read
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Reflecting on Gratitude Received at Home Makes You a Better Leader at Work

Leaders are not just defined by their roles at work. They are deeply shaped by their personal lives as well.
3 min read
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Series: White Papers and Research

The Narcissistic Leader: The Good, the Bad, and the Dangerous

If research on narcissistic leaders has taught us anything, it is that narcissism is wrought with many conflicts of interest.
7 min read
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What Would You Do? A Call for Servant Leadership

Leading is about more than being at the front of the line or getting the biggest salary.
2 min read
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Creating Structure for Hybrid Teams

Successful leaders in the modern world must be capable of adapting to new and shifting environments.
3 min read
Man standing in front of a giant list titled "New Year's Resolutions".

Holding Yourself Accountable To Your New Year's Resolution

Making a New Year's resolution is one thing; sticking to it is another.
2 min read
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Resilience in the Face of Pandemic: Lessons from Ohio's Healthcare Sector

Organizational resilience is complex and multi-faceted.
2 min read

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