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We’re celebrating! Taylor Shawver has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Co-Founder of Integral. She previously held the role of Vice President, Strategy and Culture. Taylor joined Integral in 2018, just a few weeks after Ethan McCarty…
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Generative IA’s impact on the digital workplace Artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly changing the way we work. And, the digital workplace is at the center of this transformation. AI-powered tools are being used to automate tasks, improve…
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We live in a world enduring military conflicts, from the war in Ukraine to new attacks in the Middle East. Whether or not you have employees in either area, it is important to consider reactions to the Israel-Gaza conflict by your employees,…
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Firstup‘s recent Attune conference in Phoenix – what a pleasure and privilege to attend. I learned a lot — but not what I expected. The keynotes were great, the workshops enlightening and the tacos tasty. Spending time with a few…
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What Integral’s research shows about creating employee experiences that drive engagement (pssst! it’s life and work) Philosophers, poets, industrialists, communists, freedom fighters and tyrants alike situate work at the center of their…
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It’s no secret that communication skills are a must-have for managers. In fact, 93% of job descriptions list it as a requirement or preference according to Indeed. And when managers are equipped with skills and tools to have meaningful…
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Five Imperatives to Do the Right Thing and Stay Out of the News Thinking about downsizing? Then downsize with dignity. As companies navigate the challenges of a recession, downsizing may become a necessary reality. It is beyond tricky to execute the…
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Love what you do and the people around you As a communicator, I often talk to our clients about helping leaders be more authentic in their interactions. I recently paused to look into the mirror myself to wonder, am I being authentic? Do I genuinely…
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Managers influence culture, engagement, and retention Hey you, people manager. Guess what? Managers influence culture. Yeah. Demonstrating your organization’s culture, engaging employees, and encouraging them to remain (and rewarding them for…
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What is shadow technology exactly? It’s when individuals or departments within an organization use unapproved platforms and technology. As I noted in Part I, this is problematic for many reasons. Organizations must find ways to address shadow…
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