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A happy, efficient team is a productive and innovative one. When communication, collaboration and creativity are given room to breathe, the effects can be positive for both workplace behavior and business goals.

Lessons from Duke Coach Mike Krzyzewski

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I was recently asked who inspires me in my career as I participated in a panel discussion. I named two women who are both noteworthy, local citizens in the Raleigh-Durham area - Pat Nathan, the founder of Dress for Success/Triangle, and Sheila Hale Ogle,...

What Corporate Teams can Learn by Watching Football

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At this time of year, we’re all experiencing some form of Super Bowl fever. But there’s a lot more than good football and clever commercials in store … there’s a lesson for training professionals.

Leadership 2.0 and the Constructive Covenant

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In his 1993 book “The Winner Within,” hall of fame basketball coach Pat Riley contributes an entire chapter to what he called the “constructive covenant” or the promise that every team member must make in order for the team to reach the pinnacle...