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July 31, 2017 3 Mistakes Executives Make When Telling People That They're Leaving By Kelly O. Kay 84% of execs would do things differently next time.

Technology AI May Soon Replace Even the Most Elite Consultants by Barry Libert, Megan Beck Machine learning is increasingly capable of complex analysis. Communication How Not to Advocate for a Woman at Work by David M. Mayer Anthony Scaramucci's recent comments provide a cautionary example. Developing employees Small Talk Is an Overrated Way to Build Relationships with Your Employees by Kim Scott Get better at giving feedback instead. Project management The 4 Types of Project Manager by Carsten Lund Pedersen, Thomas Ritter Match the person to the project. Delegation How to Decide Which Tasks to Delegate by Jenny Blake This time, you're really going to do it. Accounting A Refresher on Marketing ROI by Amy Gallo It's a tough metric to get right. Generational issues Every Generation Wants Meaningful Work — but Thinks Other Age Groups Are in It for the Money by Kelly Pledger Weeks How stereotypes drive resentment. Work-life balance Being Too Busy for Friends Won't Help Your Career by Neal J. Roese Strong social ties take time to nourish, but they're important.

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