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“Every company needs to be an AI company. Now I think is the time to change every organization with AI.” We speak with Sri Satish Ambati, co-founder and CEO of H2O.ai, who talks about how companies should be embracing change faster.??

Where should you relocate as a recent college grad? Nicky Charles Peters writes for Welcome to the Jungle.??

Have you ever been blindsided in a meeting with targets you didn't know you had? For many employees, uncertainty is a silent killer of productivity. We have some tips to improve communication.?? https://lnkd.in/gf7M8Xn5

What’s the secret ingredient that makes a boss truly great? We’ve all been there… the boss who emails late at night and expects an immediate response, or the micromanager who checks in every 20 minutes asking what you’re working on. But then, there’s the rare gem, a leader who embraces who you are and makes work fun and exciting. A great boss is more than just a manager—they're a leader who inspires, supports, and empowers their team to excel. Here are key traits and practices that define an exceptional boss: 1?? They're a Clear Communicator 2?? They're Empathetic and Approachable 3?? They're Visionary Leader 4?? They Invest in Development 5?? They're Decisive and Accountable 6?? They Trust and Empower 7?? Cultivates a Positive Culture 8?? They're A Problem-Solver 9?? They're Resilient and Adaptable ?? They're Ethical and Transparent A great boss is a catalyst for team success. They understand that when their team thrives, so does the organization. How many of these qualities do you see in your leadership—or yourself? ?? As Jennifer Garvey Berger, CEO of Cultivating Leadership, says: ?“A good manager helps employees see a bigger horizon and guides them through the bumpy patches to come out stronger.” A great boss is a catalyst for team success. They understand that when their team thrives, so does the organization. Check out the full article here.?? ?? https://shorturl.at/acQEG Let us know the qualities of your best bosses but also your worst, and how many of these qualities do you see in your leadership—or yourself? ??

Have you heard of the gender benefits gap? This can include inequalities in retirement fund contributions, equity or stock options, and mortgage allowances. This is how employers can examine their existing benefits packages to identify any gender disparities.??

“If you‘re getting some kind of general vague feedback [such as] ‘your client relationships aren’t being built strong enough’ … that’s probably the first sign that the feedback is not helpful. Because really the goal of constructive feedback is to help people improve,” says career coach Camille van den Broeck. Not all feedback is good. Debbie Garrick writes on how you can challenge unhelpful criticism.??

How would you define the qualities of a good boss? A really good boss "helps their employees lean into those growing spaces that could be great but aren’t there yet, helps them see a bigger horizon than they themselves could see,” says Jennifer Garvey Berger, CEO of consulting firm Cultivating Leadership. Madeleine Crean writes about a few essential ingredients for managerial success.??

Are you considering a life of digital nomadism? Here are some questions to consider before taking the plunge. Dive into the topic with Kaila Marie Caldwell and Han Talbot??

"The highly hierarchical structure of most organizations contributes to the lack of recognition and the devaluing of certain essential jobs. " We speak to a sociologist and researcher at Quebec’s Institute for Socioeconomic Research and Information in Canada. Learn more with Gabrielle Trottmann?? and Julia Posca

So what can you do to get ready for your exit interview? 1?? Be prepared 2?? Be honest – up to a point 3?? Start out on a positive note This is why you should resist the temptation to tell the company that your boss is an overbearing idiot. ?? Explore further with Kaila Marie Caldwell