Changing times (or, why is every layoff 10-15%?)
Changing economic markets suggests a shift in how some companies should operate, as well as what risks to assume for 2023
^ADJ: 2023 is going to be harder than 2022 - some practical tips on areas where we can focus to make the most of it. Whilst this article targeted at tech startups, I think it is applicable to all, especially some of the exercises mentioned including scenario planning, culture reset and WFH / Remote expectations,
Hard Reset: Or, How Not to Drive Your Company Off A Cliff
Many startups very recently went from “working” to “not working.” Revenue growth went from fast and “hitting plan” to linear at best and shrinking at worst.
^ADJ: I like the reminder on "1. buys the company time, 2: sets goals that change the company’s outcome and 3: focuses the team with a plan"!
How to Give Tough Feedback That Helps People Grow
Over the years, I’ve asked hundreds of executive students what skills they believe are essential for leaders. “The ability to give tough feedback” comes up frequently.
^ADJ: Giving feedback that is useful is a critical skill (one I am still learning), done well it can make such a difference, poorly done it can be disastrous - so it is little wonder that we avoid it. Getting the best out of people is hard work - some good tips to help those conversations.
Leader as Shock Absorber
One of a leader's most important functions is serving as a shock absorber, soaking up forces generated by one part of the organization (or from outside the organization) and distributing them elsewhere, and doing so in such a way that the entire system operates more effectively
Why Kyiv’s ‘thousand bee sting’ strategy is costing Russia dearly
^ADJ: Thought this was interesting in its application from Military Strategy to Commercial Strategy - especially if you are the underdog.
Intel unveils real-time deepfake detector, claims 96% accuracy rate
^ADJ: Deepfakes are on the rise and we now have some general awareness, so thought this was interesting in the tech to combat.