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My sincere thanks to the California Observer for its feature of Northwest Talent Solutions. High performance is not a tradeoff when it comes to building inclusive workforces. That sentiment, within itself speaks to the undercurrent of bias. Let's create holistic talent funnel strategies without compromising on high talent bars. If you are unsure of the "how," we at Northwest Talent Solutions are here to offer you trusted guidance while also helping you to mitigate risk. "The Unique Blend of Talent Acquisition and DEI What sets Northwest Talent Solutions apart is its unique ability to combine talent acquisition with DEI solutions. The firm stands out globally by helping companies attract exceptional talent while ensuring their workforce becomes and remains diverse and inclusive. Northwest Talent Solutions provides innovative hiring solutions by means of partnerships with both government organizations and private companies. To create diverse, high-performing teams, the company employs data-driven methods, ethical artificial intelligence (AI), and advanced recruiting technology. Companies thus not only meet their hiring objectives but also see notable increases in both gender and ethnic diversity." https://lnkd.in/ebdM7RTE #Innovation #ethicalAI #AI #governance #inclusion #DEI #FutureofWork #Highperformance #TechTalent #TalentAcquisition #Recruiting #StaffAugmentation #WOSB #WBE #Community #Engagement #Events #Leadwithpurpose #Leadwithheart #Speaker #Keynote #Pioneer #nikitasteals #holistic #strategy #people

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😯 71% of US CEOs say they feel like imposters 🤔 I know I was surprised to see that stat #KornFerry shares from a recent survey! And, the higher up the org chart someone ascends, the more acutely they feel imposter syndrome. What is behind this? It's not a lack of confidence or experience. Rather it's the massive number of significant challenges simultaneously: 🤺 transform their organizations 🤺 be the culture carriers 🤺 figure out the role of #AI in their business 🤺 navigate geopolitical challenges 🤺 satisfy investors 🤺 speak to social issues So the combo of being confident AND humble is effective. This opens up the path to know you don't have all the answers and you don't need to pretend. A few suggestions to up your odds of success: 👉 hire direct reports that push you up vs you pulling them up 👉 have an "advisor" or #peeradvisory trusted group where you can share your challenges and gain perspectives and d options 👉 learn how to tap into your creative side 👉 be intentional about staying healthy (sleep, diet, exercise, meditation) How else might you do to manage your imposter syndrome? Thanks to Korn Ferry for the survey and the tips! Article link in comment section! #CEOs #BUSINESSOWNERS #EXECTUIVE #IMPOSTERSYNDROME

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In interesting take on talent acquisition where scarcity is limiting growth. At lower levels we supplement our workforce with temps and contract work, but not in leadership roles…why not? Can Interim, on-demand leadership roles fill current and near future needs? What are the skills, roles and functions businesses are looking for? An interesting read. #talentaquisition #futureskills

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Pivot Point: Risk Mitigation: An important component of transformative DEI change strategies.

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Ever wondered how to transition into a C-level executive role?? For so many talented leaders, getting to that next level isn’t just about more hard work; it’s about strategy, positioning, and timing. Here are some critical steps to transition into an executive role: 1️⃣ Build a Strategic Network Connect with other executives and influencers in your industry. They often know about openings before they're posted. 2️⃣ Strengthen Your Personal Brand Make sure your LinkedIn profile and resume scream “executive material.” Highlight achievements that showcase vision and leadership. 3️⃣ Gain Cross-Functional Experience The best C-level leaders understand various facets of a business, so seek out roles or projects that broaden your perspective. Moving into the C-suite is a journey that requires planning and finesse, but the rewards are worth it. 🌟 Does it helped? #CareerAdvice #ExecutiveCoaching #LeadershipDevelopment #CLevelRoles #CareerGrowth

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As business challenges evolve, organizations rely more than ever on a cohesive Chair and CEO team to navigate complexities and ensure strategic alignment. Heidrick & Struggles' Alice Breeden and Lea Evers share actionable insights in their latest article on building this vital partnership - and explore the pitfalls of imbalance. Read the article to discover six key strategies that can set your organization up for long-term success: https://lnkd.in/gvHmqf_h #Leadership #CorporateGovernance #ExecutiveInsight #ChairCEO

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Go listen to this convo with Patrick Lencioni and Jason Jaggard on the Beyond High Performance podcast!

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Layoffs are undoubtedly challenging, yet they also present an opportunity for reinvention. As leaders, we have the responsibility to make this transition a little less stressful. At LHH, we strive to help individuals find the light at the end of the tunnel by focusing on empowerment, career mobility, and outplacement support systems. We believe that equipping professionals with new skills, providing them with market insights and empowering them with renewed optimism towards their career options are all effective ways to support individuals transitioning out of an organization. These strategies boost their confidence and capability in the job market. Career mobility programs are many times an effective talent management strategy. By offering opportunities for redeployment within the company or helping employees develop a broader skill set, they have the ability to pivot and thrive, whether within their current company or beyond it. Our recent piece, "The Psychological Toll of a Layoff" highlights these and other effective strategies to support transitioning individuals through challenging and often stressful times. #Leadership #EmployeeWellbeing #Layoffs

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Reading this list of solving the top 10 CHRO challenges, I was jazzed to see that coaching helps organizations with the first six: 1. Running a successful hybrid work model 2. Promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion 3. Developing organizational culture 4. Hiring and retaining talent 5. Upskilling, reskilling, and developing employees 6. Engaging employees And also  10. Preparing for succession If you’re looking for an affordable, customizable solution + a proven coaching technique that’s supported leaders for over 45 years, based on neuroscience—learn more at www.a-plancoaching.com or contact me directly. #CHRO #Coaching #challenges #organization

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🚨 The business world is in flux—layoffs are sweeping across industries, and generative AI is changing the game. So, how can leaders ensure their teams not only survive these shifts but come out stronger? The key is a proactive approach to workforce development and internal mobility. 🚀 Join talent leaders from Toyota Motor Corporation and Prudential Financial as they share how redeployment and retraining have become critical to their talent strategies. Learn how these companies are helping employees grow through change, not just weather it. 👥 Featuring: Laura Sanchez, Talent Development Executive Strategy Consultant at Toyota Nicole Starling, VP of Transformation, Global Technology at Prudential 📅 Join us on October 10! Secure your spot to hear real-world strategies for navigating today’s workplace challenges by registering here: https://bit.ly/3TLCiJK #TalentDevelopment #InternalMobility #Redeployment #Reskilling #CareerGrowth #Leadership

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For my second episode of Setting the Board Agenda, I sat down with long-time board member – and friend – Maggie Wilderotter to discuss how boards oversee risks, talent development - both at the board and executive level - and CEO succession planning. A few highlights from our conversation: ⚡ Boards should be positioning companies to proactively mitigate risks before they become a problem - they should be thinking 5 years out and have a multi-year risk mitigation plan. ⚡ Mentoring CEOs or high performing individuals is about building trust and getting to know them on a personal level. It’s about setting them up for success in general, not just in how they present to the board. ⚡ CEO succession planning needs to be an annual conversation in the board room, regardless of whether or not the company and CEO are doing well. Watch the full episode here for more insights: https://lnkd.in/edzd5jAH

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It’s an honor to have been recognized among these extraordinary executive coaches. Following my own career as a Global C-Suite and Executive Team leader, I’ve been a specialist coach to C-suite, executive management and talented leaders making quantum leaps in their careers for 20 years. An extraordinary personal and deeply spiritual journey paralleled my career in finance, honing my intuition and inspiring my passion for authentic contribution through actualized leadership, What underpins a good leader? They know that change starts with them. To make positive evolutionary change, derive inspired outcomes and transform your own world in ground breaking sustainable ways, there is one thing we must inherently understand - change happens from the inside out. https://lnkd.in/ghwKqvyb

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Adaptive leadership helps organizations meet transformative change when there is no “playbook” to rely on. Find out why adaptive leaders like Netflix survive and thrive, while Blockbuster vanished. https://lnkd.in/grTzAY9J #Adaptive #Leadership #Disruption #TEPConsulting #DrVic #TEPGlobal

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Leaders today are navigating a complex landscape: balancing employee well-being and productivity alongside stakeholder demands. Yet, LHH’s newest ICEO Executive Research found a significant gap in options for support, with 60% of executives expressing a need for more resources. I recently joined Bill Banham on #HRChat by The HR Gazette to explore how organizations can mitigate burnout in their senior leadership teams through one-on-one coaching, upskilling to better understand emerging technology, and more. Listen to the full episode here:

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What matters most when you decide on your firms priorities? 🚀❤️ Here is some wisdom from someone who brought 350 billion dollars to his firms market value? Here is a story from my early consulting days. During my time coaching Steve Jobs I would challenge him to “ Shrink Priorities “by asking direct reports incredibly difficult questions. ( no small feat when your coaching one of the world most innovative thinkers) Steve was an efficient decision maker. Often intentionally listening to well thought out arguments that supported his direct reports POVs and then shrinking them to 2-3 priorities at most. How do you shrink priorities? How has this effected the quality of outcomes? Did you see change fatigue and change saturation decrease proportionally? Did you notice improvements in Trust,Engagement and Strategy Execution? Does prioritizing bring you to a faster tipping point of support? #prioritize #valuecreation #tippingpoint

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Visionary leaders don’t just see what’s in front of them—they see the potential in what’s yet to come. As our US Delegation Ambassador Karen Maria Alston shares, true vision is about believing in possibilities that haven’t yet materialized and pursuing them with conviction. Even when the path isn’t clear or the end goal feels just out of reach, having the courage to visualize what could be is what drives impactful change. Vision isn’t about what’s here and now; it’s about what we’re ready to build and create. How do you stay focused on your vision when the outcome isn’t visible? #leadershiptips #globalleadership #futurefocused #visionaryleadership #strategicgrowth #businessinnovation #purposedriven #leadershipdevelopment

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Ron Ashkenas offers insightful guidance on the complexities of strategic pivots, emphasizing the importance of careful consideration before making changes. His "pivot questions" are crucial tools for leaders to distinguish between necessary adjustments and potential distractions. The examples provided demonstrate how external pressures, poor execution, or shiny new opportunities can cloud judgment, leading to costly missteps. It's a reminder that agility in leadership is about more than just responding quickly—it's about responding wisely. Which of these pivot scenarios resonates most with your current strategic challenges? #Strategy #Leadership #Agility #RapidAdaptation https://lnkd.in/gPz4bT4C

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CHROs, discover the top 3 strategic priorities for 2025 and actionable steps to address them. Leverage the 2025 Gartner Leadership Vision for CHROs todaay. #HR #HumanResources #CHRO #LeadershipVision #Leadership #2025

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