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CEO Linda Dunkel on what It takes to create highly engaging workplaces

In a company of people passionate about the people side of business, we've got one of
America's Best Bosses — CEO Linda Dunkel. Linda tells how Interaction Associates delivers results for clients from Steak N Shake to the Dalai Lama.

What it takes to be named one of America's best bosses, with Linda Dunkel, President and CEO

Improving sales through collaboration

Even the savviest salespeople can stumble if they ignore the simple principles of collaboration. Bell Zeidman shares her insights on how to recognize whether you are missing this crucial ingredient.

The leading edge: developing leaders in volatile times

Alan Price looks at the emerging leadership crisis and proposes a strategy to develop leaders in your organization. This article first appeared in "Employment Relations Today" magazine.

Collaboration: harnessing the power to engage people, solve problems, and manage change in business

Linda Dunkel dispels common misunderstandings about collaboration and shares keys to harnessing its power for your organization.

Why employee engagement matters

Employee engagement is at dangerously low levels, and Elad Levinson explains why it's important to turn that around.

First, ask: cross-cultural thinking in coaching

When cultures collide in a business context, asking the right questions makes all the difference. Michael Ansa explores the power of "inquiry."

Five steps to giving feedback

Many managers avoid giving feedback because they aren't sure how to give it, and they fear a bad reaction. But without feedback, individuals and teams don't get the information they need to improve their performance. Michael Papanek gives a five-step model for giving feedback that works.

Realizing transformational change

Marianne Hughes explores transformation, connection, and the power of love.

Mastering the strategic moment

Staying on track in meetings can be tough. Have you ever sat by watching the discussion "go down a rabbit hole", wondering how to get back to the issues at hand? Barry Rosen investigates a new way to think about this, and strategies for finding your way again.

"Counter-intuitive" collaboration saves a business

Patricia Milton looks at how mass collaboration led to a multi-billion dollar find for innovative mining company. Are you ready for the future of innovation?

A three-pronged approach to change: How change leaders turn guts into results

Change is difficult under any circumstances. Patty McManus offers a few strategies to make it easier.

What's leadership got to do with it?

A podcast with Interaction Associates President and CEO Linda Dunkel about a new direction for today's leaders.

The importance of being silent

Susan Hamilton and Michael Ansa recommend a different kind of "silent treatment" — one that allows for introspection and uncovers new insights.

Planning smart meetings prevents "groupthink"

A recent study claims that "meetings make us dumber." Is that a fact?

Toward a new definition of leadership

In a column published in The Boston Herald, Linda Dunkel argues that women are preparing to step into senior executive positions in unprecedented numbers. She outlines effective, success-focused leadership principles that work for both men and women.

The dimensions of success

In this podcast, Barry Rosen explores the model and how it is used by organizations the world over.

Coaching: How leaders unleash talent

Do you remember a leader who made a difference in your life? Chances are, he or she was a great coach, too. Demetra Anagnostopoulos examines the differences between coaching people and managing them.

Collective intelligence drives better team performance

Finding your team's collective intelligence can help boost performance and engagement.

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