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COMPASSIONATE LEADERSHIP FOR THE CLASS OF 2024: NAVIGATING THE TRANSITION INTO THE WORKPLACE

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  By Greg DeShields The Class of 2024 is about to transition from academic life to the professional world, and leadership is more critical than ever. After four years of dealing with the challenges of COVID-19, this year's graduates are entering the workforce. Traditional leadership models are being reevaluated in a world of uncertainty, rapid change, and complex challenges. Welcoming this class will require Compassionate Leadership , a leadership skill that combines empathy. As Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "To manage yourself, use your head; to manage others, use your heart." Compassionate leaders lead and manage with both their head and their heart.   In these changing times, Compassionate Leadership has the potential to inspire and motivate the Class of 2024. High hopes and expectations for employees can only work if they are based on trust and authentic care for your team, both inside and outside of work. For new graduates, embracing this leadership style is not jus

BUILDING SKILLS FOR TOMORROW: THE IMPORTANCE OF WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING LABS

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  The work environment will change as we enter the fourth quarter of the business cycle, return from vacation, and head back to school. Workforce development will be a top priority, offering activities and initiatives to enhance individuals' skills, knowledge, and abilities, making them more employable and empowering them to make significant contributions to the workforce. Northwest University sees it this way: These programs and services are designed to support job seekers, employees, and employers in meeting the demands of the labor market, thereby opening up new career opportunities and personal growth prospects. For individuals, workforce development offers the chance to enhance their skills, increase their employability, and achieve personal and professional growth. The top 5 Important components of workforce development include: ·          Training and Education: This involves providing skills training, vocational education, and professional development programs to equip in