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The End of Expertise and How Associations Must Adapt

The MatrixFiles

At a time when higher education is facing public funding cuts, changing demographics and a challenging student debt environment, institutions are facing an uphill battle to sustain enrollments and stay relevant. Declining trust and polarization is affecting national organizations’ ability to partner with their chapters.

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How To Work With Difficult Coworkers

Eric Jacobsen Blog

So common that author Amy Gallo identifies eight archetypes , each representing a common type of “difficult” person likely found in most workplaces. “We Gallo says that deenergizing relationships have a four to seven times greater impact on our well-being than energizing, positive relationships. Don’t make it “me against them.”

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10 Disciplines To Help You Stay Sharp And Energetic

Eric Jacobsen Blog

But that same relentless brilliance that propels you in your career can take a toll on your teams, personal relationships, and even your health,” explain author Gino Wickman and coauthor Rob Dube. The book includes a valuable self-assessment survey (also available online) and prompts for reflection at the end of every chapter.

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How To Embrace Creative Tensions To Solve Tough Problems

Eric Jacobsen Blog

then the new book, Both/And Thinking , by authors Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis , is for you. When making a decision, we often find ourselves stuck between choosing one option over another, creating a vicious cycle that limits our capabilities and creates consistent tension,” explain the authors. But there is a better way.”

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Strategies For Solving Your Toughest Leadership Problems

Eric Jacobsen Blog

then the new book, Both/And Thinking , by authors Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis , is for you. When making a decision, we often find ourselves stuck between choosing one option over another, creating a vicious cycle that limits our capabilities and creates consistent tension,” explain the authors. But there is a better way.”

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How To Find Your Balance Point

Eric Jacobsen Blog

The desire for peace of mind and the idea of living a balanced life are central to your happiness and well-being. The more time you spend thinking about what you want and how to achieve it, the more the old unhappy experiences will simple die out and have no more control over you. This means you much be clear about your values.

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How To Inspire And Energize People Every Day

Eric Jacobsen Blog

Perhaps now more than any other time, the need for inspirational leadership is critical in the workplace. Keep an open mind and let conversations flow. Leaders, through their positions of authority, have tremendous power to influence how others view themselves. It's called, The Inspiration Code , by Kristi Hedges. Be Personal.

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