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How Workplaces — Not Women — Need to Change to Improve Equality

Michelle King, director of inclusion at Netflix, says it’s time to stop telling women to adapt to the male-dominated workplace and time for the workplace itself to change. Her prior academic research shows that diversity training and anti-harassment efforts address important issues but fall short of creating gender equality in organizations. She identifies the real obstacles and shares how leaders can create a culture of equality at work, for women and men alike. King is the author of the book "The Fix: Overcome the Invisible Barriers That Are Holding Women Back at Work.”




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Real Leaders: Ernest Shackleton Leads a Harrowing Expedition

In 1915, polar explorer Ernest Shackleton’s ship became trapped in ice, north of Antarctica. For the next two years, he kept his crew of 27 men alive on a drifting ice cap, then led them in their escape. How Shackleton did that has become one of the most famous leadership case studies. In the first episode of a four-part special series on leadership, HBR Editor in Chief Adi Ignatius and Harvard Business School professor and historian Nancy Koehn analyze Shackleton’s leadership during the struggle to survive. They discover lessons in building a team, learning from bad bosses, and cultivating empathy.




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Why Capitalists Need to Save Democracy

Rebecca Henderson, professor at Harvard Business School, says that both capitalism and democracy are failing us. She argues that it will take public and private leaders working together to simultaneously fix these two systems because free markets don't function well without free politics and healthy government needs corporate support to survive. She is calling on the business community to take the first step. Henderson is the author of the upcoming book "Reimagining Capitalism in a World on Fire." And the March Big Idea article, "The Business Case for Saving Democracy."




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Real Leaders: Abraham Lincoln and the Power of Emotional Discipline

In 1863, U.S. President Abraham Lincoln wrote a scathing letter to his top Union general, who had squandered a chance to end the Civil War. Then Lincoln folded it up and tucked it away in his desk. He never sent it. Lincoln understood that the first action that comes to mind is often counter-productive. In the third episode of a four-part special series on leadership, HBR Editor in Chief Adi Ignatius and Harvard Business School professor and historian Nancy Koehn explore Lincoln’s career both before and during America’s greatest crisis. They discover lessons on how to learn continuously, communicate values, and exercise emotional self-control.




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Adjusting to Remote Work During the Coronavirus Crisis

Tsedal Neeley, a professor at Harvard Business School, says that there are simple ways leaders can help their employees stay productive, focused, and psychologically healthy as they work from home during the current global pandemic. The right technology tools and clear and constant communication are more important than ever. She recommends that managers do an official remote-work launch, carefully plan and facilitate virtual meetings, and pay extra attention to workers' behavior. For individual contributors, it's critical to maintain a routine but also embrace flexibility, especially if you're in the house with family.




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Real Leaders: Oprah Winfrey and the Power of Empathy

In 1976, broadcast journalist Oprah Winfrey moved to Baltimore to coanchor the evening newscast at a local TV station. But she struggled in that spot and was moved to the morning talk show. That demotion led Winfrey to discover a professional calling that aligned with her personal sensibilities and emerging strengths. In the final episode of a four-part special series on leadership, HBR Editor in Chief Adi Ignatius and Harvard Business School professor and historian Nancy Koehn trace Winfrey’s career as an entrepreneur and leader of a media empire. They discover lessons on how to cultivate self-awareness, cross traditional boundaries, and responsibly wield influence.




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Working Parents, Let Go of the Idea of Balance

Stewart Friedman, organizational psychologist at The Wharton School, and Alyssa Westring, associate professor at DePaul University’s Driehaus College of Business, say it’s a mistake for a working parent to think of career and home life as competing interests that have to be balanced. Their research shows how many leadership skills apply to parenting, and vice versa. The professors explain how individuals can stop making tradeoffs and instead find sustainable ways to advance their careers and also parent more effectively. Friedman and Westring are the authors of the book "Parents Who Lead: The Leadership Approach You Need to Parent with Purpose, Fuel Your Career, and Create a Richer Life."




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How Entrepreneurs Succeed Outside Silicon Valley

Alex Lazarow, venture capitalist at Cathay Innovation, says that start-ups in cities around the U.S. and the world are creating their own rules for success. While Silicon Valley companies have sparked key innovations and generated huge wealth over the past few decades, not everyone should use them as a model going forward. In fact, we can learn more from frontier entrepreneurs, who are thinking more creatively about raising capital, sourcing talent, and pursuing social impact. Lazarow is the author of the book "Out-Innovate: How Global Entrepreneurs--from Delhi to Detroit--Are Rewriting the Rules of Silicon Valley."




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Another Workplace Crisis: Loneliness

Vivek Murthy, former U.S. Surgeon General, says that, even before the Covid-19 pandemic, we were facing another health crisis: loneliness. Studies show that, around the world, more people have been feeling a greater sense of social isolation, which has many negative affects, including increased blood pressure, reduced immune response, and decreased engagement and productivity at work. But organizations can be a place where people find a greater sense of belonging. Murthy wants us to take loneliness more seriously and focus on fostering the types of authentic connections -- face-to-face and virtual -- that we need to combat it. He's the author of the book "Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World."




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How Marketers Can Drive Social Change and Profits

Myriam Sidibe, senior fellow at the Harvard Kennedy School, says that brands are uniquely positioned to encourage shifts in consumer behavior that benefit individuals, communities, and the environment. A public health expert, she has studied these types of mission-led marketing campaigns and helped Unilever design one for Lifebuoy soap that not only promoted hand-washing in the developing world but also boosted the business's bottom line. She explains how companies of any size can find the right causes, craft authentic messages, and measure the return on their investments, adding that the current pandemic and economic crisis have made this work even more important. Sidibe is the author of the HBR article "Marketing Meets Mission."




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Ibotdis.com Launches Revamped Site in Time for the Holiday Shopping Season with Latest Discount Deals and Free Coupons

Ibotdis.com offers significant discounts and coupons in time for prime holiday shopping season.




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Enjoy the Holidays by Reducing Stress with GiftWorksPlus' Personalized Gifts

GiftWorksPlus reduces holiday stress by offering the perfect gift for any occasion—personalized custom wood picture frames with names, dates, messages, and more at no extra charge.




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Brazilian Startup Valegift Expects New Form of Gifting to Grow Significantly This Holiday Season

ValeGift aims to shift the Brazilian gifting culture from traditional products to personal experiences.




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Still Looking for That Perfect Gift? There's Still Time with Tips from Stacks and Stacks Homewares

Even with online shopping, holiday shipping schedules place the last day to order and still receive items (before the 24th) early next week.




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J. Martinez & Co. Fine Coffees Discusses Why Jamaica Blue Mountain Coffee Is So Good

J. Martinez & Company fine coffees would like to discuss what exactly it is that makes Jamaica Blue Mountain coffee so incredibly good.




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Top Holiday Gifts Purchased By Pet Loving Martini and Wine Aficionados To Throw The Purrfect Holiday Party -- Cat and Doggie Style

For dog and cat lovers who love their martinis shaken, not stirred or wine connoisseurs expecting their Cabernet or Chablis poured just so, Paws4Claws offers the top product cat and dog themed products to bring sure to bring holiday cheer!




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FarFaria, the Leading Children's iPad Storybook App, Partners with Twin Sisters Productions to Launch Six Captivating Stories

Committed to bring continuous excitement to reading, FarFaria adds musical component to already stellar library.




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GiftNowOnline.com Makes the Spirit of Christmas Shine With a Variety of Unique Gift Items This Holiday Season

If you are still looking for that cool gift for your friend or family member, make sure to stop by GiftNowOnline.com where you will be able to find one of the largest varieties of unique products and items ever found online.




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John Lewis Introduces 'Survive The Sale'

During the sale period, John Lewis are providing sales assistants to help shoppers with their buying decisions and guide them through the sales.




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Prompt Proofing Blog Post: Marketing Tips - Christmas/New Year Marketing

The sending of good wishes and greetings during this season is an accepted tradition in most western countries and corporate giving can be a huge factor in marketing at this time of year.




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Hand-Stamped, Keepsake Jewelry Drives Growth at The Vintage Pearl

Custom jeweler quadruples studio space, adds another retail location as national sales increase.




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Covington Who's Who Selects Nancy A. Marino as an Honored Member of the Executive and Professional Registry

The selection recognizes Nancy A. Marino's commitment to excellence in the Retail industry and Consulting/Advisory sector.




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Whisky Marketplace Offering Brands of Whisky from Around the World For Last Minute Christmas Shoppers

Stocking everything from original Scotch whisky to interesting blends from Ireland, Japan, Canada and the United States, Whisky Marketplace is a one stop destination to research and purchase the best brands in time for the holidays.




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Smart Advantages Embraces Waterford's Winterval Festival

Sales and marketing firm Smart Advantages take time out to enjoy Winterval in Waterford, Ireland.




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GiftWorksPlus Saves Christmas Memories in Family Photo Frames

GiftWorksPlus offers an extensive line of custom wood picture frames that can be engraved with names, dates, messages, and more at no extra charge.




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Cyber Pro Service Launches New Website - Wags-n-Whiskers-Giftbaskets.com - Purveyors of Best of Breed Pet Products

Wags-n-Whiskers-Giftbaskets.com showcases a wide range of gifts and gift baskets dedicated to pet lovers concerned with the health and welfare of their four-legged companions.




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Weldon's Jewellers of Dublin Upload New Batch of Engagement Rings

Weldon's Jewellers of Dublin have recently uploaded a brand new batch of exquisite diamond engagement rings to their website.




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Attend Golden Spike Train Show and Stay at Nearby Comfort Inn North Atlanta Hotel

The new Comfort Inn & Conference Center Northeast, in Atlanta, GA, offers affordable accommodations to guests attending Golden Spike Train Show on January 12, 2013.




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In 2013 Resolve to Capture More Memories in GiftWorksPlus Custom Picture Frames

GiftWorksPlus urges a New Year's resolution to capture treasured memories in personalized custom picture frames.




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Online Retailer Arttowngifts.com Introduces a Fresh Spin on Valentine's Day Flowers and Bouquets

This year, the standout sweetheart can choose a different route to his honey's heart with a brand new type of bouquet.




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Think Outside the Box of Chocolates with Unique Valentine's Day Gifts from Arttowngifts.com

Arttowngifts.com helps customers make Valentine's Day unforgettable with gifts that will make this special day one to remember.




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An Avenue Apart Unveils New Mobile Website for Fashion Boutique Products

An Avenue Apart is an eCommerce platform for boutiques all over the world that offers a wide selection of handmade fashion products selected from international boutiques, including Italy, India, and Argentina.




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Shop King Jewelers 2013 Valentine's Day Jewelry Sale for Savings on Unique Valentine's Gifts & Valentine's Day Presents for Men and Women

For Valentine's Day 2013 King Jewelers is offering special savings on an exclusive selection of fine jewelry, watches, diamond studs, diamond pendants and fashion accessories that is sure to make locating the ideal Valentine's Day gift stress free.




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At One Cookie We Believe The World Can Be Changed One Cookie at a Time - Why Send Flowers When You Can Send Cookies?

At One Cookie, we believe in spreading our cookie love across the nation and changing lives in the process. We will ship our cookies anywhere in the United States. Freshness guaranteed.




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Molton Brown Certified by Cruelty Free International

Molton Brown's products have been certified as free from animal tests by Cruelty Free International.




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Weldons Welcomes a Very Interesting Antique Irish Silver Salver

Mr Garrett Weldon of Weldons jewelers Dublin announced a new arrival in stock of a very interesting antique Irish silver salver, made in Dublin circa 1740, by Samuel Walker.




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GiftWorksPlus Features New Blog Series to Improve Picture-Taking Skills

GiftWorksPlus, the leader in custom picture frames, is offering a blog series full of tips for improving photography skills.




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Want the Best Gift at the Party? How About a Mini Bust of Your Family and Friends? Announcing a New Product from Be A Doll

Be A Doll, known for their personalized action figures, has developed a new product "Be A Bust". Submit 2 photos of your loved ones and get a 4 inch likeness of their head and shoulders, mounted on a stained wood base of your choice.




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Classic Hostess Celebrates Easter! Online Drink Dispenser Retailer Promotes New Easter Entertaining, Decor and Gifting Inventory

Make it the best Easter ever. Decorate with style, entertain with ease and give beautiful unique gifts to create a memorable EGGCELLENT holiday. It is about Family, Eggs and Bunnies of course.




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Red Horse Signs Launches Redesigned E-Commerce Website

Red Horse Signs the leader in custom vintage signs launches newly redesigned eCommerce website at www.redhorsesigns.com. Also announced is their selection of over 300 customiuzable signs and free shipping on orders over $250.




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Bioplanet Reinvented the Bicycle with the Bike

The Bike looks like an ordinary bicycle, but helps during rides like an electric bicycle with power assistance and strong pushes like an e-bike.




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GiftWorksPlus Expands Line of Custom Frames to Include Chrome Collection

GiftWorksPlus is proud to introduce a new product line of custom picture frames: the chrome collection.




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Attend the American Craft Council Show in Atlanta and Stay at Nearby Holiday Inn Express Perimeter Mall Hotel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites N-Atlanta Perimeter Mall hotel offers convenient lodging to guests attending the American Craft Council Show at Cobb Galleria Centre from March 15-17, 2013.




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New Bumbo Baby Seat Lawsuits Pose Tough Challenge for Manufacturer, Says Law Firm Pulaski & Middleman, L.L.C.

Three recent lawsuits present new challenges for the makers of the Bumbo Baby Sitter, a popular infant chair that are alleged to have caused a number of injuries after babies fell from the seats.




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Uniwatches With New Endeavors and a Bigger Collection of Branded Watches

Uniwatches launch their official YouTube channel with video reviews of timepieces and expand their collection of Nixon and Hugo Boss watches.




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Anne Thull of Anne Thull Fine Art Designs Named Featured Artist of 2013 Pebble Beach Food & Wine

Bronze grapevine sculptures to inspire during luxe event April 4-7.




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Online Pawnshop PawnUp.com is Increasing their List of Accepted Items - Again

Online pawn shop PawnUp.com made another announcement about increasing their list of accepted items. This positive move is aimed at letting more people cash in on their valuables in 2013.




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APW Asset Management and McTear's Announce the Largest Auction to be held in Scotland

In partnership with APW Asset Management, McTear's announced that more than 10,000 bottles of New World's finest wines will go under the hammer in Glasgow. The sale has attracted considerable interest from collectors from across the globe.




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Nashville's King Jewelers Launches Exclusive Diamond Extravaganza Event

After last year's popular Nashville Diamond Week, King Jewelers has opted to dedicate the entire month of April to diamonds and diamond jewelry. Nashville clients can benefit from discounts, gift card offers and a chance to win a special gift package




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Fight at Baggage Carousel Inspires New Travel Solution to Deter Bag Theft

Travelers breeze through baggage claim and reduce the risk of losing their bags with BAGPATCH unique and distinctive travel accessory.