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Competitors can still learn from GE, even as it struggles.

Time management

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If something is really important, block out a whole day.

Communication

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Why you should use percentages, not words, to express probabilities.

Education

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Be patient, set realistic goals, and find a good community of learners.

Hiring

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If you're looking for a way to clone yourself, stop.

Managing people

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Be there for them without asking prying questions.

Professional transitions

Learn to Get Better at Transitions by Avivah Wittenberg-Cox

Start by recognizing when it's time for one.

Change management

How Agile Teams Can Help Turnarounds Succeed by Darrell K. Rigby, Simon Henderson, Marco D'Avino

They're better at handling variable and unpredictable situations.

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