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Justine McDermott, Area Partner Manager for Cisco in the United Kingdom, talks about the success her organization has had supporting women seeking a leadership track.

As a senior HR leader, are you helping to drive transformation? Or, are you a passenger on a journey being led by other senior leaders?

The first thing Janet Yellen would like you to know about leading in a crisis is that if you wait until a crisis arrives to prepare, you’re already too late.

Is your organization underperforming? It might be time to examine your leadership culture. A strong leadership culture is essential for driving success and employee engagement. By asking tough questions, you can identify areas for improvement and foster a more effective and inspiring workplace. Explore eight critical questions to assess your organization's leadership culture and unlock its full potential.

In today’s economy, human capital is more than a cost—it’s a strategic asset driving growth, innovation, and productivity. Companies that invest in upskilling, employee engagement, and workforce management are better positioned to tackle global skills shortages and adapt to changing workforce dynamics. Emphasizing human capital as an asset ensures sustainable success in a knowledge-driven market.

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is a crucial factor in effective leadership. In a survey of 500 managers, 57% noted that high-performing team members often demonstrate strong EQ. This insight highlights how EQ enhances leadership qualities like empathy, communication, and decision-making. Developing EQ skills is vital for leaders aiming to build trust and drive success.

Toxic bosses threaten a company’s success by draining productivity and driving top talent away. Leaders who create a psychologically toxic culture can harm workplace mental health, making it essential to address toxic leadership behaviors and promote psychological safety for employees.

In today’s evolving business landscape, navigating workforce transformation challenges is crucial. Senior leaders convened in Zurich to share insights, revealing four key lessons on transformational leadership and innovation essential for future success.

A poorly managed expat executive transition can lead to a host of negative outcomes for both the individual and the organization. To avoid these pitfalls and ensure a smooth process, it’s crucial to develop a comprehensive expat transition management plan. This plan should incorporate three key best practices for effective expat relocation, expat repatriation, and overall expat career transition. By focusing on these essential strategies, organizations can better handle expat termination planning, support services, and offboarding, ultimately safeguarding their investment in expat talent management.

Feeling overwhelmed at work, I realized I wasn't trapped in a high-stress job; I was caught in a high-stress mentality—a common struggle for many women in leadership. This realization led me to a journey of embracing authentic leadership and finding a better work-life balance.

In the ongoing conversation about gender equality and women in leadership, we often lose sight of a crucial truth: women don't need to emulate men to achieve remarkable success. This article aims to reframe the conversation by highlighting the unique strengths and perspectives women bring to leadership roles and how embracing these qualities can pave a new path to success. Let's explore how overcoming bias and challenging traditional leadership norms can empower women to lead authentically and effectively.

A lot of people talk about transformation, but few understand what it looks like and what it takes to be successful more than Alan Mulally, former CEO at Boeing and Ford Motor Company.