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Loren Margolis

New York
Covers:  Leadership, management, emotional intelligence, psychological safety communication skills, company culture,career success.
Executive Coach & Founder of TLS Leaders global leadership development firm. Seen in Harvard Business Review, Forbes, Fast Co., Newsweek, US News & World Report

Loren Margolis’s Journalist Portfolio

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How do online MBA students network?

How do online MBA students network?

Fortune — As virtual learning becomes more prevalent, how do online MBA students network without in-person events, both spontaneous and planned?

How to Gracefully Decline a Networking Request

How to Gracefully Decline a Networking Request

Harvard Business Review — When you're new to the workforce, you may feel pressure to engage every possible connection. However, continuously giving your time, energy, and focus to the wrong people can add up and take away from more meaningful work. There are times when it's to your benefit to respectfully decline a networking invitation.

How Executives Can Avoid Repeating Biden's Disastrous Debate Mistakes

How Executives Can Avoid Repeating Biden's Disastrous Debate Mistakes

Forbes — Biden's performance at the recent presidential debate is a reminder for executives on how to avoid repeating his mistakes when delivering presentations.

What Makes a Company Great to Work For?

What Makes a Company Great to Work For?

U.S. News & World Report — Great companies to work for often share these characteristics.

Careers Now: If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply?

Careers Now: If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply?

Tribune Content Agency — here are several reasons why companies list open positions in various places. Here's how to conduct a successful job search.

Job does not appear on company website: Should you apply?

Job does not appear on company website: Should you apply?

Beatrice Daily Sun — DEAR READERS: I've found several instances where a job that's listed on an online job board doesn't appear on the list of open positions on the hiring company's website. Is it a waste of time to apply to an ad if the company to which you're supposedly applying doesn't include the opening in its list of open positions?

Careers Now: If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply...

Careers Now: If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply...

The Chippewa Herald — Is it a waste of time to apply to an ad if the company to which you're supposedly applying doesn't include the opening in its list of open positions? Executive coach Loren Margolis, founder of global leadership development firm TLS Leaders, shares. "If you're interested in applying for the ad on the online board, do it." That's because there are several reasons the situation occurs.

If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply?

If a position is listed on a job board but not the company website, should you apply?

Tribune Content Agency — Companies don’t always advertise job openings on their website. That is the case for a number of reasons, Margolis says. “People come to a company website for a variety of reasons, not necessarily to look at the jobs that are posted,” she explains. “Moreover, the ideal candidate may not even know about the company yet, so recruiters wisely post openings on a job board so they’re guaranteed that people who are seeking that kind of role are going to see it.” The company wants to do more targeted recruiting.“Hiring managers frequently post open roles on niche job sites, not their company website, so they appeal to and recruit an audience with specific skills and [job seekers] who check those boards more frequently,” Margolis says.

10 ways to work less without losing your boss' respect

10 ways to work less without losing your boss' respect

Business Insider — Now that summer's here, many of us are probably daydreaming about frozen margaritas sipped on outdoor patios, beach days, long bike rides, and leaving work in time to enjoy several hours of daylight. When the clock strikes 5 p.m. ( or 2 p.m.

Why Your Business Needs Diversity with Leadership Expert Loren Margolis: Podcast Ep. 006 | Speaki...

Why Your Business Needs Diversity with Leadership Expert Loren Margolis: Podcast Ep. 006 | Speaki...

speakingyourbrand.com — Subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts. Whether you're an entrepreneur, an executive, or a professional, you're a leader, especially if you're speaking in front of groups of people. It's important to be aware of the diversity (or lack thereof) in our businesses and in our networks - it's good for us as people and it's good for our company's bottom line.

Council Post: 13 Better Ways To Lead Than Always 'Playing To Your Strengths'

Council Post: 13 Better Ways To Lead Than Always 'Playing To Your Strengths'

Forbes — The axiom "play to your strengths" can be a misnomer when it comes to leadership in the business world. While this advice is widely accepted as truth by entrepreneurs and senior leaders, in some situations, focusing on what you are able to do well isn't the best strategy.

Why Getting to Know Your Colleagues Is Important

Why Getting to Know Your Colleagues Is Important

The Muse — I nailed every word of the presentation. I articulated my points, my visual aids were clear, and my data outlined every reason my peers should get on board with my new big project: launching a peer-coaching program. This initiative was sure to make me shine in my role as a leadership coach.

The Value of Empathy in Leadership

The Value of Empathy in Leadership

AMA Management Training — BY AMA STAFF Surprise-the people you lead expect you to care about them. If you don't show empathy in the workplace, you are not demonstrating good leadership, and you may be hurting your company's success, says leadership expert and executive coach Loren Margolis. "Generational shifts have brought more empathy to the fore," she says.

Council Post: Want To Know How CEO Style Impacts Hiring? Here Are Nine Ways

Council Post: Want To Know How CEO Style Impacts Hiring? Here Are Nine Ways

Forbes — While CEOs don't interact with every employee on a daily basis, their management style affects each member of the company's workforce. Their attitudes and behaviors impact not only the organization's reputation, but also its ability to recruit and hire the best talent.

Council Post: 15 Ways That Leaders Can Sharpen Their Active Listening Skills

Council Post: 15 Ways That Leaders Can Sharpen Their Active Listening Skills

Forbes — To be successful, leaders must be able to take firm action and communicate decisions to the rest of the company. On the flip side, they also need to master active listening, which requires a totally different mindset. The most respected and effective leaders don't just listen to respond; they listen to understand, to learn and to guide.

Council Post: Three Rules For Effective Delegating

Council Post: Three Rules For Effective Delegating

Forbes — Loren partners with companies to grow their leaders through executive leadership coaching and training through Training & Leadership Success . I recently began a coaching engagement with a Fortune 100 leader. Her main difficulty, according to her manager, was that she was operating "in the weeds."

Council Post: Three Rules For Effective Delegating

Council Post: Three Rules For Effective Delegating

Forbes — Loren partners with companies to grow their leaders through executive leadership coaching and training through Training & Leadership Success . I recently began a coaching engagement with a Fortune 100 leader. Her main difficulty, according to her manager, was that she was operating "in the weeds."

Council Post: 15 Types Of Training Companies Need To Give To Middle Managers

Council Post: 15 Types Of Training Companies Need To Give To Middle Managers

Forbes — Senior managers receive leadership training. Lower-level employees can grow skills and opportunities in personal development programs. What sort of training do middle managers need? If you've neglected the core of your company, read 15 ways Forbes Coaches Council members recommend strengthening it.

Council Post: 11 Core Things That Business Leaders Should Not Change During A Crisis

Council Post: 11 Core Things That Business Leaders Should Not Change During A Crisis

Forbes — While business leaders must seek ways to limit potential damage to their organization when a crisis hits, certain aspects of a company should never be changed in response. Here, Forbes Coaches Council members discuss areas where hasty decisions and crisis-driven changes could do more harm than good.

Council Post: 15 Essential Things To Do Before An Important Stakeholder Meeting

Council Post: 15 Essential Things To Do Before An Important Stakeholder Meeting

Forbes — If you prepare properly, meeting with stakeholders doesn't have to cause undue stress or anxiety. Before your next big stakeholder meeting, read about 15 essential things these Forbes Coaches Council members recommend doing to be at the top of your game and ensure the best outcomes.

Sensitive Is the New Strength: Leaders Are Taking On a New Role - Being Human. - Glassdoor for Em...

Sensitive Is the New Strength: Leaders Are Taking On a New Role - Being Human. - Glassdoor for Em...

glassdoor.com — Steady. Rock solid. A pillar of strength. Traditionally, these were the defining characteristics of a good leader, especially in times of crisis, as exemplified by Winston Churchill, Margaret Thatcher, Jack Welch and even Patriot coach Bill Belichick. But today, as the COVID pandemic continues to take lives across the globe, it's hard to find a leader who isn't reaching for a Kleenex.

Council Post: Facing A Crisis? 15 Leadership Tips For Company Board Members

Council Post: Facing A Crisis? 15 Leadership Tips For Company Board Members

Forbes — When a business is in crisis, employees may be anxious about the situation and may not know what comes next. In these times, it's up to the organization's leaders to step in. When board members can guide their team with confidence through uncertain times, a business is more likely to successfully weather any storm that comes their way.

Council Post: 15 Times It's OK To Say 'No' At Work

Council Post: 15 Times It's OK To Say 'No' At Work

Forbes — As a professional, you're likely used to saying "yes"-yes to additional work to help your team, yes to the promotion or yes to that happy hour networking event. While saying "yes" can expand your opportunities and keep people happy, sometimes you need to say "no."

Council Post: Embrace And Improve Your Remote Workforce With These 15 Management Tips

Council Post: Embrace And Improve Your Remote Workforce With These 15 Management Tips

Forbes — As the world begins to recover from COVID-19, many companies plan to continue working remotely and may do so for the foreseeable future. Whether your team is remote or in-person (or a combination of both), proper management is key to your employees' and your company's success.
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