True Patriotism: U.S. Companies Must Take a Stand for Our Democracy [535 words]
U.S. companies love to tout their patriotism. They sponsor local parades, fireworks displays, and historical documentaries. But companies must also play a role in standing…
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Pride Month (& Beyond) Action Plan [309 words]
Are you a corporate leader and aspiring LGBTQ+ ally? There is a LOT you can do to support your LGBTQ+ employees and colleagues right now.*…
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Outgrowing a Startup Culture [322 words]
Or, How We Helped a Global Software Company Recalibrate Its People Strategy. Good Enough Now and Lead at Any Level teamed up to help a…
The Gen Z Perspective
Generation Z’s numbers are increasing in the workforce. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 70.9% of the civilian noninstitutional population between the ages of…
Generation Z Interns and Mentor Support
Does your company have a Generation Z intern who is trying to explore their career options? While internships are a great way to gain valuable…
House Budget: Economic Mobility Highlights
Last week, the Indiana House of Representatives passed its proposed budget. The budget, also known as House Bill (HB) 1001, allocates funds for a variety…
Accessibility for Blog Posts
Imagine you’re a marketing intern trying to expand your outreach and engagement with your client base. You spend hours sifting through different blog themes and…
House Bill 1608: Indiana Legislative Update
LGBTQIA+ issues are front and center in this legislative session in Indiana. This past Monday, February 20th, 2023, the House Education Committee heard House Bill…
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Company News (Q1 2023) [530 words]
Today, we’re offering a peek behind the curtain, into some of the great things happening within Lead at Any Level®. We have a lot to…
Invest in Your Employees…or Someone Else Will [624 words]
Last month’s unemployment numbers were the lowest in more than fifty years, even with tech layoffs dominating recent news cycles. When there are so few…
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Unconscious Bias Training Won’t Change Your Culture [879 words]
You may have heard that diversity & inclusion training doesn’t work. (Everyone seems to be saying so.) For some companies, that may be true, especially…
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Layoffs Suck. Here’s What to Do About It [623 words]
Make no mistake: layoffs suck. As a tech worker in the early ’00s, I was laid off, downsized, right-sized, made redundant, reorganized, and otherwise asked…
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Better Development Planning Conversations [378 words]
If your fiscal year starts on January 1st, you’re probably in the middle of some goal-setting conversations with your team members. You’re probably also looking…
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Coach Your Employees to Self-Promote [770 words]
Being an inclusive leader means recognizing that some of your team members may be too humble for their own good. They want their work to…
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Building Culture on Purpose (A Case Study) [602 words]
As an executive, how much time do you spend cultivating the culture of your organization? Company culture often seems amorphous, and you may be tempted…
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LGBTQ+ Music Industry Icons
From Elton John to Lil Nas X, here are some of the most Iconic LGBTQ+ artists who used their voices to let the world know it’s ok to be gay!
7 Essential Skills for Inclusive Leaders [789 words]
Inclusive leadership requires us to release old ways of thinking, act with humility, and open ourselves to new perspectives. These seven essential skills for inclusive…
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Diverse Suppliers: Why to Engage (and How!) [612 words]
Does your company have a supplier diversity program? These programs benefit big corporations, small businesses, and entire communities. Leaders at any level need to understand…
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Formal Mentoring Program Improves Culture [464 words]
Do you want to foster stronger working relationships in your organization? A formal mentoring program can be a powerful tool for attracting and retaining talent.…
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Sneak Preview: “Including You” Launches June 23
Do you want to further inclusion in your organization? Are you looking for ways to keep your employees…and keep them engaged? Are you ready to…
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Worker Shortage: Where Did 5 Million Workers Go? [876 words]
In late Q1 2022, we began to hear about a significant worker shortage. A March 29 CNBC report showed that the U.S. had 5 million…
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Keeping Employees Engaged through Change [368 words]
How do you keep your employees engaged through change? You are probably implementing several changes right now in your workplace. Chances are, you’ve adopted at…
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Diversity & Inclusion: “Where Do I Begin?” [536 words]
Many executives tell me they want to “do something about diversity and inclusion” in their companies, but don’t know where to begin. The steps are…
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The Four Stages of Leadership Evolution [234 words]
The fourth stage of leadership evolution, Inclusive Leadership, is essential for companies that want to keep their employees — and keep them engaged. https://youtu.be/7ZgQ93AoPT8 Leadership…
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Women’s Events: Empowerment or Exploitation? [1144 words]
Now that we’re back live and in-person, several organizers of women’s events have asked me to speak. I love delivering keynotes and workshops, especially when…
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Neurodivergent, Disabled, and Highly Qualified for the Job [1228 words]
Editor’s Note: A colleague submitted this article for publication by Lead at Any Level®. She asked us not to disclose her identity. While we have…
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Are You Networking across Generations? [586 words]
Workforce generations will shift dramatically by 2030. Future-proof your career by networking across generations. The generational mix of the workforce is projected to shift dramatically…
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