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November 27, 2013 Managing People on a Sinking Ship By Amy Gallo Help your team stay focused and engaged no matter how bad things get.

Talent management Who's Running Your Business in China? by James McGregor It's the most important decision the CEO of a multinational can make. Change management Tips for Energizing Your Exhausted Employees by Allison Rimm Start by showing them how essential their work is to the organization's mission. Strategic planning Order in the Strategy Court by Charles Galunic Adopting a legal model can improve the quality of your executive committee's strategy-making. Sales Use Your Sales Force's Competitive Intelligence Wisely by Joël Le Bon In the wrong hands, the knowledge gleaned from your salespeople can have a negative impact on sales and market share. Generational issues Why Young People Are Miffed About Being Considered Junior by The Daily Stat Younger people feel older than they really area; the opposite holds true for older people. Decision making Be Grateful More Often by Francesca Gino You'll be happier and so will everyone else.

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