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With an enterprise-wide view, HR is uniquely positioned to break down silos, foster agility, and build the critical skills teams need to execute GTM strategy. From leadership development to cross-functional collaboration, HR isn’t just supporting the business—it’s driving it. In this HR Daily Advisor article, Tara Castaneda explores how HR leaders are shaping business outcomes by aligning talent, culture, and capabilities with market goals. Forward-thinking companies are tapping into HR’s strategic potential to fuel innovation, elevate customer experiences, and accelerate growth: https://bit.ly/4iE3UKR 👉 How is your HR strategy helping the business compete and grow? Let’s discuss in the comments! #HRLeadership #StrategyMadePersonal #GoToMarket #StrategicHR #BusinessGrowth #TalentStrategy

Most leaders instinctively look backward to make sense of what’s next. But the most effective leaders often do the opposite—they start by imagining the future first. In this episode of Fearless Thinkers, BTS’s Matthew Tonken unpacks Future-Back Thinking: a leadership approach that begins with a clear vision of the future, then works backward to shape today’s strategy, actions, and capabilities. Explore how this mindset shift can reshape the way your organization leads: https://bit.ly/3FyO31V #FearlessThinkers #LeadershipDevelopment #FutureBackThinking #StrategyMadePersonal #Innovation #StrategicLeadership

What would be possible if every leader in your organization saw themselves as a culture shaper and catalyst for growth? Learn how a global life sciences company reimagined leadership development—not as a program, but as a movement to shape culture, shift mindsets, and drive business outcomes from the inside out. By equipping leaders with the right mindset, skills, and strategic clarity, they built a culture that accelerates performance and fuels long-term success. ➡️ The result? More confident, connected, and capable leaders—driving real business impact: https://bit.ly/4iOS9RW #StrategyMadePersonal #LeadershipDevelopment #LifeSciences #CultureTransformation #BusinessImpact #BTS

Join us on May 9th for a Not-For-Profit Day in NYC (Empire State Building no less!). Each Spring BTS hosts a free day of Leadership Development for 24 leaders from the non-for-profit and/or education sectors. It is part of our giving back to our community activities and showcases the work of BTS Spark, the social impact arm of BTS and their dedicated work with NFPs and Education leaders. If you are in NYC or in the region consider joining us - we have a few slots remaining. Want to find out more? Read https://lnkd.in/d6-Q3xb9 Have more questions? Email social.impact@bts.com Interested in taking part? Register via https://lnkd.in/eSnZuVZJ

If you want to know where pressure is building, look to your middle managers. They’re translating strategy, retaining talent, and leading teams—often without the support they need. Burnout is rising. Only 21% say they’re thriving. Our latest blog unpacks why traditional development isn’t enough—and how AI-powered coaching is helping organizations build real leadership capability, at scale. Read the full piece: https://bit.ly/4c4e9pC #LeadershipDevelopment #BurnoutPrevention #TalentStrategy #ManagerSupport #FutureOfWork #StrategyMadePersonal

Thinking about entering a new market? Your biggest risk might be leadership readiness. Many organizations are placing bold bets—launching new offerings, expanding into adjacent markets, or pursuing innovation plays. But even the best strategies can stall if leaders aren’t equipped to operate in the new realities. A leading global insurer faced this very challenge as they moved into the fast-growing commercial mobility space. With deep expertise in personal insurance, they needed their leaders to quickly shift focus and navigate unfamiliar territory while continuing to deliver on the core business. To prepare them, the company partnered with BTS to create a business simulation that mirrored the complexity of leading a dual-focus business—forcing real-time decisions, trade-offs, and cross-functional collaboration. See how they made it happen: https://bit.ly/4hJoKre #StrategyMadePersonal #LeadershipReadiness #ExecutiveDevelopment #StrategicGrowth #BusinessSimulation

M&A is a powerful lever for growth and innovation. But the deal doesn’t create value—people do. And that’s the hard part. If you’re in HR, integration, or a leadership role guiding people post-acquisition, this webinar is for you. Join BTS’s Alexandra Amsden and Tom Gaunt for a candid conversation with senior leaders from pharma, food ingredients, and energy companies who’ve led complex integrations—and learned what works (and what doesn’t). 📅 Date: Wednesday, May 21 🕒 Time: 10am EDT / 3pm BST 📢 Register here: https://lnkd.in/e4K7w3hF This isn’t a case study. It’s real talk from leaders who’ve done it—sharing what never shows up in the deal model. Register now and leave with practical guidance for the moments that matter most. #StrategyMadePersonal #mergers #acquisitions

Frontline leaders shape the customer experience. They set the tone for culture. They drive execution at scale. In short—they lead many of the moments that matter most. So why are they so often the last to receive leadership development? It’s more than a gap—it’s a missed opportunity. Organizations that invest in frontline managers see stronger engagement, better retention, and real business impact. If your frontline isn’t equipped to lead, your strategy may never reach the ground. Our latest whitepaper explores how to close this gap—starting today: https://bit.ly/422bPee #StrategyMadePersonal #LeadershipDevelopment #FrontlineLeaders #PeopleFirst

💡 Looking to improve engagement and retention? Start where it matters most: the frontline. Frontline leaders have an outsized impact on team performance, culture, and turnover—yet many still lack the development they need to succeed. Our latest case study shows what happens when that changes. Scalable, consistent frontline leadership programs don’t just support managers— they lift the entire organization. See how leading companies are making it happen: https://bit.ly/4l2Ra2i #StrategyMadePersonal #TalentDevelopment #EmployeeEngagement #LeadershipMatters

AI is unlocking new ways to build leadership skills—faster, deeper, and with more staying power. It doesn’t replace traditional coaching. It makes it stick. By integrating AI into leadership development, organizations are helping leaders: 🔵 Practice complex decision-making in safe, simulated environments 🔵 Receive instant, personalized feedback 🔵 Reinforce key behaviors between coaching sessions 🔵 Accelerate growth through continuous, adaptive learning Explore how AI is enhancing leadership development in bold, practical ways in our latest blog: https://bit.ly/4kXEI3K #StrategyMadePersonal #LeadershipDevelopment #AI #FutureOfWork #DigitalLearning #Innovation