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Join us for Episode 5 of 'Xoxoday's Story: An Interview Series with Manoj Agarwal,' where we delve into the behind-the-scenes synergy of our co-founder team. Explore how their unique skills, ranging from product expertise to sales mastery, have been pivotal in shaping our extraordinary journey. 📈 In this episode, you'll gain insights into how Xoxoday built a diverse co-founder team for a thriving venture and the strategic allocation of roles based on expertise. Watch now to uncover invaluable insights as we dissect Xoxoday's decade-long journey of success ➡ https://lnkd.in/gEy4abKH #founderstories #Xoxoday #founderjourney #decisionmaking #enterpreneur #mentorship #makingadifference #employeeexperience #rewardsprogram #corporategifting #salesincentives #leadershipdevelopment #leadership

Good morning all - Here is the latest from the GFL Lead Learner Blog. Would love to hear your thoughts! It has famously been stated many times that culture eats strategy for breakfast. In building schools that are focused on building agency and purpose, the development of a supportive culture for these aims is paramount. Rather than settling for managing the status quo, transformational leaders focus their efforts on building and shaping that supportive culture for the benefit of the students in the school. When working on building next-generation school cultures, it is helpful for a school leadership team to think about four important questions: How can we understand and define the desired cultural characteristics of our constituents? What do the mental models of student success look like in building the desired culture? How might we work with the "middle third" to encourage the adoption of innovative practices and move the culture forward? How do we reduce the friction (barriers) that are getting in the way of moving the culture forward? Building an innovative and future-focused culture is no easy task. It requires vision and persistence. Success can be found in being consistent in the adoption and application of Deming's 14 points as a way to embed ways of taking on The Four Frictions that are everpresent in any school or organization taking on larger scale transformations.

Are you tough on yourself? Many of us can be. It’s super important to understand your strengths and weaknesses – and we all know how important it is to be encouraged so that we can continue to grow. Mentoring is crucial. That’s why I loved listening to FYLD CEO Shelley Copsey reflect on mentorship and growth – both personal and professional. #womenleaders #womenmentors

I don’t post enough about Frog’s seriously cool toolkits 😎. For the entrepreneurs and companies we work with and support through the scale-up stage, they are treasure chests filled with valuable resources and knowledge, providing essential tools to help unlock potential and reach goals. These toolkits are created by and actively used by our own Operating Partners who play a crucial role in driving the success of our portfolio companies. They bring a wealth of expertise, experience and industry knowledge, helping our portfolio companies navigate the different challenges and opportunities the Scale-up stage unleashes. Here’s the link to download and check-out Frog’s toolkits and podcasts  https://lnkd.in/ebT-xnEG. Not just useful for our aspiring entrepreneurs but also for our investors to gain insight into the strategic decisions and actions taken to maximise the growth and profitability of our portfolio companies and showcases our commitment to actively supporting and nurturing our portfolio companies, ensuring their long-term success. #Frogcapital #OperatingPartners #toolkitsForSuccess #embracegrowth

March is always a time of big shifts and milestones for me. 16 years ago this March, I met my partner. 10 years ago, I started my first director role. 5 years ago, I did my health coaching certification. 3 years ago, I became a trauma-informed yoga teacher. 1 year ago, I left my exec job in tech and went back to school to become a trauma therapist. This March, I'm 2 months into starting Awarely Embodied Leadership, joining my first incubator program for female tech founders, launching my first online course and doing things that terrify me every single day. And I couldn't be happier. So here's to non-linear career paths, big leaps, forever learning and finding the place we're meant to be. #embodiedleadership

"In this episode, we discuss five misconceptions about young professionals and why some people have a skewed vision of younger generations." #HigherEducationTransformation #ITWorkforceDevelopment  #LeadershipDevelopment  #Mentoring

As we begin a new year is it time to revisit your strategy? The best of 2023! 4/5 Are you developing a strategy and looking to keep it structured but simple? This week’s episode gives you Four Building Blocks of Strategy. I’ve stripped strategy back to its four core components. Without the jargon and complications, strategy really can be for everyone. https://lnkd.in/ezHu5_zP #strategicthinking #vision #strategy #bestof2023

For those seeking a heart-led approach to leadership and culture-building, be sure to listen to this episode of #Vibecast with Karen Alter! Karen sat down with Kristi Skutvik to dive deep into empathetic leadership, uncovering insights on fostering vulnerability and connection in the workplace. Here are some key takeaways: - The Power of Vulnerability: learn how showing vulnerability can ENHANCE team dynamics, especially within small, close-knit companies. Cultural Fit & Diversity: learn how to “hire for fit” without compromising diversity. - Flexibility & Autonomy: foster flexibility through remote work possibilities and giving your leaders the autonomy to tailor schedules based on employee circumstances - Leaders - there is no better time than right now to connect with your team and open doors to enhance communication, increase productivity, and strengthen your workplace culture.

Re-entry into the paid workforce can be terrifying if you don't have the tools and support to make that transition. Cassie Spencer shared some valuable tips on how to make the change. Whether it's been years or you are looking to pivot, check out her tips and insight in the links below. #transition #podcastinterview #careercoach

Such a joy to chat with Linda H. Yates on the IntHERrupt podcast. If you're thinking about re-entering the workforce this episode is for you! We dive into how overwhelming re-entering the workforce can be, tips to navigate re-entering, and dive into pivoting or changing direction if you're already in the workforce but not loving what you're doing! Give it a listen on Apple Podcast!