How AI can help stressed-out managers be better coaches. OpenAI's plans according to Sam Altman. Six thinking hats.
Journal of discoveries #67 - 22nd of July, 2023
Welcome to the 67th issue of the newsletter, “Journal of discoveries.” Each week, I check a list of hundreds of sources of inspiration to spot exciting articles, videos, podcasts, and books on personal development, leadership, management, technology, and innovation.
Let’s dive in!
One “must read” for this week
“How AI can help stressed-out managers be better coaches.” by Katherine C. Kellogg and Constance Noonan Hadley.
The expectations on managers to assess and guide employees’ performance have increased.
Employees want frequent, personalized, one-on-one coaching, but managers are constrained by their already heavy burdens.
New AI tools show promise to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of managerial coaching. But only if we first overcome fear and mistrust.
Personal development
Six thinking hats.
Whether you succeed or you fail, the question is, "are you learning?".
Undervaluing the positive impact of kindness starts early.
The astonishing power of neuroplasticity.
Technology and the skills shortage.
How a traumatic brain injury made me a better PM—and person.
Innovation
OpenAI's plans, according to Sam Altman.
The 29 best (and free) chatGPT and generative AI courses and resources.
AI is transforming our world — it is on all of us to ensure it goes well.
Your data strategy needs to include everyone.
Strategy of small wins and small bets - typical mistakes and how to get it right.
Leadership and management
How AI can help stressed-out managers be better coaches.
19 retrospective templates to reflect and improve.
Five ways to improve communication in virtual teams.
5 steps to remove yourself from drama at work.
Lamentations of the modern manager.
How to resolve conflict at work.
One book
“Start with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action” by Simon Sinek