Why Leaders Must Model Empathy In Challenging Times
MillerKnoll CEO Andi Owen’s “pity city” comment was no doubt intended to be inspiring, but the aftermath of her comment shows just how wide the disconnect is between leadership and employees.
MillerKnoll CEO Andi Owen’s “pity city” comment was no doubt intended to be inspiring, but the aftermath of her comment shows just how wide the disconnect is between leadership and employees.
Understanding and improving efficiency took on new meaning after the pandemic. What did we learn? Here are some best practices.
Fusing talent and business strategies is the new game plan for success.
The tech slowdown, and fears of a broader recession have led companies to slash diversity, equity and inclusion budgets. It’s a short-sighted move.
A new poll of more than 150 U.S. CEOs shows a growing number of companies abandoning hybrid and remote work despite benefits to employees, as collaboration, culture and innovation challenges persist.
A four-point framework for making decisions that enable greater sustainable growth and productivity.
Layoffs on the one hand—record job openings on the other. Why can’t we seem to close the gap?
Be aware of your employees’ (very human) compulsion to compare and contrast, so you can proactively avoid the negative consequences.
In every encounter, reminding ourselves of the influence we project and the effect our words and actions have on others will keep us on the high road.
Why Embrace Pet Insurance made two days a week in the office mandatory—and what President Brian Macias has learned from the process.
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1:00 - 5:00 pm
Over 70% of Executives Surveyed Agree: Many Strategic Planning Efforts Lack Systematic Approach Tips for Enhancing Your Strategic Planning Process
Executives expressed frustration with their current strategic planning process. Issues include:
Steve Rutan and Denise Harrison have put together an afternoon workshop that will provide the tools you need to address these concerns. They have worked with hundreds of executives to develop a systematic approach that will enable your team to make better decisions during strategic planning. Steve and Denise will walk you through exercises for prioritizing your lists and steps that will reset and reinvigorate your process. This will be a hands-on workshop that will enable you to think about your business as you use the tools that are being presented. If you are ready for a Strategic Planning tune-up, select this workshop in your registration form. The additional fee of $695 will be added to your total.
2:00 - 5:00 pm
Female leaders face the same issues all leaders do, but they often face additional challenges too. In this peer session, we will facilitate a discussion of best practices and how to overcome common barriers to help women leaders be more effective within and outside their organizations.
Limited space available.
10:30 - 5:00 pm
General’s Retreat at Hermitage Golf Course
Sponsored by UBS
General’s Retreat, built in 1986 with architect Gary Roger Baird, has been voted the “Best Golf Course in Nashville” and is a “must play” when visiting the Nashville, Tennessee area. With the beautiful setting along the Cumberland River, golfers of all capabilities will thoroughly enjoy the golf, scenery and hospitality.
The golf outing fee includes transportation to and from the hotel, greens/cart fees, use of practice facilities, and boxed lunch. The bus will leave the hotel at 10:30 am for a noon shotgun start and return to the hotel after the cocktail reception following the completion of the round.