Prepare and keep an open mind for tough conversations | What transforming gang members can teach leaders | Workers too busy and embarrassed for mental health care
Prepare and keep an open mind for tough conversations Preparation for a difficult conversation is key so that you go in knowing what you'll say, keeping an open mind to what the other person will say and being open to new information that may change how you perceive the situation, says Brooke Vuckovic, a clinical professor of leadership at Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. "When you say, 'I'm interested in your perspectives on this,' simply by asking the question, you are less likely to defend against things that they raise, and you're giving them space for having that conversation," Vuckovic says. Full Story: Kellogg Insight (3/22)
Homeboy Industries' methods for reintroducing gang members into society after incarceration have been successful for more than 30 years, writes CEO Thomas Vozzo, who shares three core philosophies that corporations can learn from and implement, including using humor and joy to promote transformation and healing. "More practically, healed individuals are resilient individuals, for who among us can deny another human life from feeling protected and safe?" Vozzo writes. Full Story: C-Suite Quarterly (Los Angeles) (3/2023)
The Landscape
Workers too busy and embarrassed for mental health care Some 61% of workers used their benefits package to access routine health care while mental health care was used by just 19%, according to a OneMedical survey. Several reasons were cited by employees for not taking advantage of mental health care benefits, with the top one being packed schedules followed by embarrassment and cost. Full Story: HR Dive (3/23)
Unemployment claims slip to 3-week low Initial jobless claims declined to a three-week low last week in a sign that the labor market remains strong amid mounting economic pressures. Applications for unemployment benefits fell slightly to 191,000, from 192,000 the prior week. Full Story: MarketWatch (tiered subscription model) (3/23)
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Canva is adding to the ChatGPT buzz by expanding the capabilities of Magic Write tools that can generate imagery and design from text. Magic Edit, Magic Design and Magic Presentation can all perform their respective tasks straight from typed prompts. Full Story: Fast Company (tiered subscription model) (3/22)
Balancing Yourself
Recess: The case for the afternoon work break Workers are continuing to redefine work-life balance, enjoying extracurricular activities during the day while working longer hours or on weekends. Leaders, on the other hand, are now faced with the challenge of measuring productivity. Full Story: Korn Ferry (3/20)
Is Blockbuster coming back in some way, shape or form? The defunct video rental giant raised eyebrows -- and excitement -- recently after its website came back online with a cryptic message saying: "We are working on rewinding your movie." Blockbuster's brand still resonates, and there is one remaining store in the US. "Even though we know the brand has died a horrible, slow death, I think there's an affection people have," says Tama Leaver, who teaches internet studies at Curtin University in Australia. So, what's next for Blockbuster? I guess we'll all have to stay tuned. Full Story: The Washington Post (3/23)
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