Helping New Managers Learn To Be Managers

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Dan Bobinski

Of all the steps up the business ladder, the move from seasoned professional to frontline management is the most difficult, according to an Equation Research survey that asked HR and learning professionals which career transition is most difficult for employees. The sur... More »

Getting a Seat at the Table: Interview with Theresa Hummel-Krallinger and Jim Yoacham

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George Hall

Training expert, Theresa Hummel-Krallinger, and former senior executive, Jim Yoakum, draw from several decades of experience to define just what skills are needed to "get-a-seat-at-the table," and how these skills can be developed. Hummel-Krallinger and Yoakum sound a c... More »

A Performance Consulting Case Study: Insights from a Theory-Based Practitioner

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Kevin Nourse

Irene, an HR generalist in a large trade association, meets with Susan, the Vice President, to discuss an issue about one of Susan's direct reports. James has traditionally been an effective performer, but is in a new role and appears to be overwhelmed. Apparently, Susa... More »

Book Review: Everyday Ethics: Putting Values into Action

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Teri J. Traaen

Ethics is a hot topic these days given the high visibility scandals at companies such as Enron and WorldCom. In Everyday Ethics: Putting Values into Action, Michael Rion has written a book that describes the concrete actions and activities that help create an ethical or... More »