#Leadership Trends

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Beyond Management: Leading with Vision and Insight from the Top Management Books for 2024

As 2024 unfolds, we’re witnessing a dynamic shift in the realms of leadership and management. This era, marked by rapid tech advancements, global shifts, and a heightened focus on sustainability and ethical practices, presents both challenges and opportunities for today’s leaders. To navigate this evolving landscape, continuous learning and visionary thinking are essential. Recognizing the…

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To help you stay ahead of the curve with shifts in leadership, we asked CEOs, founders, and HR leaders this question for their best advice. From compassionate leadership to becoming a thought visionary, there are several predictions that may help you with becoming an efficient leader before the strategies become more mainstream.

[savagechickens]

Thought Leaders.

And more leadership.

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[shinobicyrus]

So you know how we have this thing called the First Amendment in America, right? Well, as it turns out, things that are legally labelled as “obscene” don’t get Freedom of Speech protections. Republican Senator Lee of Utah bemoans that the current rules for obscenity (set in by Communications Act of 1934) makes so-called obscene material too difficult to define, “let alone prosecute.” Thus, Senator Lee has proposed the ‘Interstate Obscenity Definition Act’, which would change the law so that, legally, something can be considered ‘Obscene’ if the work in question:

Is taken as a whole, appeals to the prurient interest in nudity, sex, or excretion;

depicts, describes or represents actual or simulated sexual acts with the objective intent to arouse, titillate, or gratify the sexual desires of a person;

and taken as a whole, lacks serious literary, artistic, political, or scientific value.

Its also wants to broaden the law by “removing the ‘intent’ requirement that only prohibits the transmission of obscenity for the purposes abusing, threatening, or harassing a person.”

Now, while most articles are going the route of “ZOMG a United States Senator is trying to ban porn!” (although the collapse of the professional porn industry is a consequence I doubt Senator Lee would mind), the Right’s recent anti-LGBTQ moral panics and book bans as of late make me far more suspicious of the motives of this bill and its more far-reaching implications.

As everything from queer books to drag performances are consistently painted by Conservatives as “obscene” and “pornographic,” there is little doubt in my mind that Lee intends to use this bill as a vehicle to further prosecute an agenda of Censorship by making the very definition of obscenity broad enough to label whatever homophobes and transphobes find objectionable (ie, anything queer) as legally obscene. Thus allowing them to strip them of First Amendment protections and opening them up for widespread bans.

Considering Mike Lee was also one of the 36 Senators to vote against the recent passage of the Respect for Marriage Act, I don’t think my suspicions are unfounded.

[smartrelationships]

A Short Message To The Nigerian People On The Celebration Of Their October 1st Independence

October 1st is a date of great significance for Nigeria and its people as it marks the country's Independence Day. On this day in 1960, Nigeria achieved freedom from British colonial rule, becoming a sovereign nation and taking its rightful place on the world stage.

The road to independence was not easy, as it was marked by decades of struggle, sacrifice, and unwavering determination. Nigerian nationalists, led by figures such as Nnamdi Azikiwe, Obafemi Awolowo, and Ahmadu Bello, tirelessly campaigned for self-determination and the right to govern their own land. Their dedication and the unity of Nigeria's diverse ethnic groups were key factors in achieving this monumental goal.

Independence Day celebrations on October 1st are a time for Nigerians to reflect on their history, culture, and the progress made since gaining freedom. The day is marked by various events and festivities, including parades, cultural performances, and patriotic displays. It is an occasion to reaffirm national unity and pride in the rich tapestry of Nigeria's heritage.

Nigeria's independence came with great promise and hope for the future. As the most populous country in Africa, Nigeria possesses immense potential in various fields, including economics, politics, and culture. Over the years, Nigeria has made significant strides in these areas, becoming a regional leader and an influential player on the global stage.

However, challenges persist, including issues related to governance, security, and socio-economic development. Independence Day serves as a reminder of the ongoing commitment needed to address these challenges and build a brighter future for all Nigerians.

On October 1st, Nigerians not only celebrate their hard-won freedom but also renew their dedication to building a more prosperous and united nation. It is a day to honor the sacrifices of the past, celebrate the achievements of the present, and look forward to a future filled with promise and potential. The power to utilise the vast potential like the trinity such as: crude oil, iron ores, & agriculture.

October 1st is a day of great significance for Nigeria and its people. It marks the country's Independence Day, a time to celebrate freedom from colonial rule, reflect on the nation's history and culture, and renew the commitment to building a better future. Nigeria's journey since 1960 has been marked by progress and challenges, making Independence Day a momentous occasion for all Nigerians to come together in unity and hope.

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Respect cannot be taken, it can be earned only.

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“Beginners are many; finishers are few”

Stephen Covey

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Disruptive Business Strategies: Innovate, Compete, and Succeed

Disruptive business strategies are innovative approaches that challenge the status quo of the industry and introduce new products, services, or business models that change the way things are done. Here are a few examples of disruptive business strategies that have expanded businesses worldwide: Uber: Uber is a ride-sharing service that disrupted the traditional taxi industry. Instead of owning a…

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"Embrace the power within you. Rise above challenges with unwavering determination. Believe in your dreams and let passion fuel your actions. Success awaits those who persist, inspire, and never give up."

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[atozofsoftwareengineering]

IT Leaders vs. IT Evangelists: Understanding the Roles, Responsibilities, and Impact on Technology Strategy

A good difference to understand in the modern IT world. Enjoy reading...

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing business environment, technology has become an integral part of every organization. With the increasing adoption of technology, the role of IT leaders and IT evangelists has become more important than ever. Both IT leaders and IT evangelists play a crucial role in shaping the technology strategy of an organization. However, their roles are quite different…

[slinkywhat]

Opportunity Cost & AI

[An off-the-cuff essay no one asked for but I word-vomited anyway because I am exhausted]

I literally started a Python coding course on Friday so that I can ask ChatGPT or other AI tools to write me scripts to execute basic, tedious tasks that currently take up an absurd amount of my time.

I work a highly-paid role that’s supposed to be very strategic, but I’m easily spending 40-60% of my time executing repetitive, tactical tasks across multiple, disparate systems because my company (and every company prior—it’s not unique to this place) won’t pay for productivity software, automation plug-ins for our project management software, actual project managers, or additional junior headcount, our third-party agency partners don't have access to work inside internal systems, etc. etc. etc.

People spend more than half their day doing busywork, according to survey of 10,000 plus workers | CNBC, 2022

“The amount of time office workers have to spend doing their primary job duties decreased in 2016, from 46% to 39%. When asked what gets in the way of work the most, workers say wasteful meetings (59%) and excessive emails (43%) are the biggest offenders.” U.S. State of Enterprise Work Report | Workfront, 2016-2017

If you take just my salary and calculate the opportunity cost there, it more than justifies the cost of at least one or two these tools—then multiply that by all of the other employees in the company with the same or similar barriers to actual productivity and it’s literally a no-brainer.

opportunity cost (noun) • the loss of potential gain from other alternatives when one alternative is chosen; can be implicit (intangible) or explicit (tangible, dollar amounts); often calculated as the difference between the return on investment (ROI) between the most profitable business decision and the current/chosen one.

Alas, almost every company I’ve been at or heard about from others is short-sighted when it comes to realizing opportunity cost—whether from the ROI on investments like software, ongoing training, professional development, employee satisfaction and retention, systems maintenance and technological upgrades, user experience, or bare minimum marketing strategies—because they “cost money.”

I’ve never understood this, because humans have an inherent loss-aversion cognitive bias—psychologically, we’re twice as motivated by avoiding potential loss than we are by pursuing potential gain, and we’re more likely to take risks to prevent loss. I suppose the problem is that the culture of busywork is so ingrained that it’s perceived as the baseline, where “increased” productivity is viewed as a potential gain, rather than decreased productivity as a major loss.

Hasn’t anyone ever heard of short-term pain for long-term gain?

So, please hit me up if you have ideas on how to leverage ChatGPT and other tools to do things like batch cloning Jira tickets and generating documentation from templates; managing an overflowing email inbox; logging system data into disparate, static spreadsheets instead of intelligent, connected systems; manually searching old Jira tickets to append implementation dates to that data; finding and replacing duplicative instances of copy that aren’t using global elements/a single database source for management; pulling, consolidating, and analyzing reports from multiple disconnected systems; etc.

I’m really, really tired of spending my time and energy on easily automated work that does not challenge me or contribute to my sense of pride or satisfaction in my work, but does radically waste my time and my employer’s money.

Let’s help each other automate some shit and work smarter, not harder. It’s 2023 and we have not made all of these technological advancements just to ignore them and perpetuate the arbitrary 40-hour work week.

If we can spend half the time or less to reach our goals at work, then we can actually focus on the strategic parts of our roles to move the needle and invest more time in ourselves. We have the tools to be able to spend more of our time on personal passions and pursuits, family and friends, travel, leisure, hobbies, community engagement, volunteering, political activism, exercise and health, financial planning and management, home improvement, or whatever is currently being neglected or would improve our quality of life, happiness, and in return, our contributions to our workplaces.

Automation is the future. Contrary to much of the fear-mongering around the topic of work automation, four out of five knowledge workers see it as a chance to rethink work in new and exciting ways. Sixty-nine percent believe work automation will give them back time to perform their primary job duties better. The only hesitation that exists seems to lie in how much of work will ultimately be done by machines and how much will still require the human touch.” The State of Enterprise Work, U.S. Edition | Workfront, 2017 - 2018

It’s literally a win-win—except, perhaps, for the politicians and systems of power that seek to limit our financial flexibility, ability to organize, and the security to push for change.

P.S. Call and email your representatives—repeatedly—and tell them you will donate, campaign, and vote for their opponents in the next election if they do not vote NO on The Restrict Act.

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More reading for the nerds:

“Digital workers won’t settle for bad tech - Nearly half of workers say they’re likely to leave their current job if they’re unhappy or frustrated with workplace tech. (49%)” The 2021 State of Work — How Covid-19 changed digital work. | Adobe Experience Cloud, 2022

“Wasteful practices and tools—namely email and meetings—continue to thwart worker productivity. As in years past, poorly used meetings and email topped the list of things that keep knowledge workers from getting work done, with U.S. workers having an average of 199 unopened emails in their inboxes at any given time. This report certainly makes the case that email has reached the limits of its effectiveness as a work management tool.” The State of Enterprise Work, U.S. Edition | Workfront, 2017 - 2018

Why Busywork Is Making Your Employees Spend Less Time Doing Their Actual Jobs | Inc., 2016

Opportunity Cost: Missing the Mark on Motivation for Two Types of Employees | Maxim Kind, LinkedIn, 2018

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The Spirit of Warriors Denies Time.

Nearly all men can stand adversity, but if you want to test a man's character, give him power. - Abraham Lincoln

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