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Being a great boss - 2021
Are you a good boss—or a great one?
We know people don't leave jobs, they leave bosses. So how can you be the type of boss that doesn't send employees running? One who makes your people happy to work for you?
You've got the basics covered, like reading a P&L and setting and implementing strategy. But how can you raise your leadership level to be a boss who develops trust with their employees? How do you create a culture where learning—and failing—are OK? Can you go beyond evaluating performance and distributing bonuses once a year to finding ways to regularly share productive feedback—and recognize great work—in ways that work for the individuals who work for you?
You can meet the basic requirements of your job as leader and rise above that to motivate the people on your team to do more—and be more—than they thought possible. Whether you're a first-time boss or you've been managing people forever and are looking for some new insights and inspiration, the HBR Guide to Being a Great Boss will provide you with a variety of expert voices sharing their advice on being a boss who sparks creativity, engagement, and collaboration.
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Collaborative Teams - 2021
Break down the barriers to effective collaboration. To get work done and accomplish your goals, you need access to resources and ideas from across your organization. But technology issues, office politics, and lack of clear authority can get in the way of success. The HBR Guide to Collaborative Teams provides practical tips and advice to help you collaborate more effectively. Whether you're working with your own direct reports or looking to find resources outside your department, you'll discover how to align the ideas and objectives of others in ways that allow you to work together and solve problems more easily. You'll learn to: Bust departmental silos Develop a shared purpose Forge relationships across the company Overcome turf wars and conflict Prevent collaborative overload and fatigue Use the right tools for virtual information sharing and teamwork
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Remote work - 2021
Get your best work done, no matter where you do it. Video calls from your couch. Project reports in a coffee shop. Presentations at your kitchen table. Working remotely gives you more flexibility in how and where you do your job. But being part of a far-flung team can be challenging. How can you make remote work work for you? The HBR Guide to Remote Work provides practical tips and advice to help you stay productive, avoid distractions, and collaborate with your team, despite the distance that separates you. You'll learn
Create a regular work-from-home routine
Identify the right technology for your needs
Run better virtual meetings
Avoid burnout and video-call fatigue
Manage remote employees
Conduct difficult conversations when you can't meet in person
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Crafting your purpose - 2022
Stop searching for purpose. Build it.
We're living through a crisis of purpose. Surveys indicate that people are feeling less connected to the meaning of their work, asking, "How do I find my purpose?"
That's the wrong question. You don't find your purpose—you build it. The HBR Guide to Crafting Your Purpose debunks three common myths about purpose: that purpose is found, that you have only one, and that it stays the same over time. Packed with stories, tips, and activities, this book teaches you how to cultivate more meaning in your life and work and endow everything you do with purpose.
You'll learn how to:
Find the reason behind your work - Identify what makes you feel happy and fulfilled - Use job crafting to transform your role - Build positive, fulfilling relationships - Connect your work to service - Arm yourself with the advice you need to succeed on the job, with the most trusted...
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Managing flexible work - 2022
The nine-to-five office routine no longer exists. Many employees have the option to work anywhere, any time. But how do you find the flexible arrangement that's right for you? And how do you manage a team when they're all working in different places and on different schedules? The HBR Guide to Managing Flexible Work has the answers. Filled with tips, advice, and examples, this book helps individual contributors and managers alike assess the trade-offs that come with flexible work options, advocate for the arrangement that works for them, and remain productive and connected to team members at the same time. You'll learn to: ● Identify key job responsibilities and when and where each one can be done ● Establish the best arrangements for yourself and your team ● Create the conditions for success ● Stay connected and visible, no matter when or where you work
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Critical thinking - 2023
Tackle complex situations with critical thinking.
You're facing a problem at work. There are many ways you can approach the situation, but each comes with its own pros and cons. How do you sort through all the information so that you know you're taking the right path?
The answer is in how you think. The HBR Guide to Critical Thinking will help you navigate your most challenging issues, from difficult problems to tough decisions to complex scenarios. By carefully observing the situation, gathering information, inviting other perspectives, and analyzing what's in front of you, you can move forward with confidence while building this crucial leadership skill.
You'll learn how to:
Question your assumptions - Keep an open mind to opposing viewpoints - Sidestep cognitive biases - Use data—when appropriate - Grow comfortable with ambiguity - Find innovative and creative solutions
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Leading through change - 2024
Drive transformation.
Change is now constant. As a leader, you must serve as interpreter, project manager, cheerleader, and conduit. Plans evolve. Contexts shift. Progress happens in fits and starts. Through it all, you must push your team forward even when you encounter pushback. How can you ensure that your team has the information, the mindset, and the resources they need to be successful?
You'll learn to:
Improve your odds of success - Communicate a shared vision - Keep going, even amid lags and setbacks - Deal with naysayers and roadblocks - Build trust and resilience on your team - Make a lasting impact
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Navigating the toxic workplace - 2024
Is your workplace toxic?
Toxic workplaces take many forms. Whether you're dealing with a narcissistic boss, a backstabbing colleague, endless microaggressions, or a culture of overwork and burnout, it can feel impossible to know what to do. Should you address the issue directly, play office politics, go to HR, or just keep your head down?
You'll learn how to:
Recognize what's fixable
Help bring problems to light
Keep your performance up
Protect your reputation and your career
Prevent a toxic culture from infecting your team
Rebuild trust and psychological safety
Move on if you choose, without burning bridges
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Your job search - 2024
Land the job of your dreams.
You're ready to take the next step in your career. But securing the right role can take a lot of work—and a lot of time and energy. How do you move forward without getting overwhelmed by the process?
The HBR Guide to Your Job Search is here to help. Whether you’re new to the workforce or have a well-established career, this book contains practical advice for navigating your job hunt.
You'll learn how to:
Structure your search strategically
Translate your strengths into a strong personal story
Activate your network to find opportunities
Write a résumé that gets callbacks
Craft answers to common interview questions
Set yourself up for success in your new role
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