Why asking "why" can empower your leadership | Tips for answering a common job interview question | Conagra ranks as top employer for disability inclusion
Why asking "why" can empower your leadership "Why" is a crucial word in leadership, writes Steve McKee, because it can reveal motivation and help teams understand decisions that may affect them. "Helping people understand why you're cutting that product line, why the organization is going remote (or not) or why the company won't take a position on a controversial political issue may not satisfy everyone, but a logical explanation goes a long way in rationalizing even the most potentially unpopular opinion," McKee writes. Full Story: SmartBrief/Leadership (8/3)
2 strategies to create an engaging webinar Using your slide deck to tell a compelling story with plenty of visuals and turning on your computer's camera so the audience can see you will help you create a compelling and engaging webinar, writes Jim Anderson. "As always, during your webinar don't hesitate to tell personal stories and include vivid characters, colorful images and interesting dialogue," Anderson writes. Full Story: The Accidental Communicator (8/2)
The Disability Equality Index, a performance measurement tool developed by advocacy groups such as Disability:IN, has named Conagra Brands as one of the 2022 Best Places to Work for disability inclusion. The ranking recognizes companies that are taking "the disability agenda from accommodation to inclusion and ultimately, genuine belonging," said Jill Houghton, Disability:IN CEO. Full Story: Candy & Snack Today (8/3)
Sarah Mensah, who grew up playing sports in Beaverton, Ore., absorbed the inclusive messaging of nearby Nike as it expanded. Today, as the brand's first Black general manager for North America, Mensah discusses her leadership strategies, the importance of wholesale relationships and how Nike's culture is evolving for the next 50 years. Full Story: Footwear News (8/3)
Whether they are out globetrotting or trapped in their homes due to a pandemic, people can't seem to resist the urge to name their babies after travel-related destinations. This article outlines the most popular travel-inspired baby names from 2000 to 2020. BEFORE you read the article, see if you can answer the question below. Full Story: InsideHook (8/3)
POLL QUESTION: Which travel-inspired name ranked in the Top 5 for baby boys and girls from 2000 to 2020?
