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Oliver Buchannon
CT at EngageRocket

I'm committed to helping people live their best lives through work. I'm a founder of SaaS startup EngageRocket 🚀(https://www.engagerocket.co) that enables great leaders to build high-performing teams with smart engagement tools. Also...I confess. I nerd out 🤓 on economics and psychology, and I love using data & tech to help us live our best lives. Proud father of 3 lovely children.👧🏻👧🏻👦🏻

Say Goodbye to Awkward Feedback: Be a Master with 3 Badass Frameworks

Feb 7, 2023

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8 min read

Say Goodbye to Awkward Feedback: Be a Master with 3 Badass Frameworks

Giving feedback, especially unsolicited feedback, is a delicate art that requires tact, empathy, and strategic thinking. Here's how to do it well.

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
👩‍💼🤖The case for the AI-assisted leader (help needed!)

Jan 24, 2023

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6 min read

👩‍💼🤖The case for the AI-assisted leader (help needed!)

Much ink has been spilled on whether leaders are born or made, and what specific traits they should have, and how good they should be at them. But what's the missing link?

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
📋 A Busy Manager's Quick Guide To Helping Your Next New Hire Be a Home Run

Jan 18, 2023

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7 min read

📋 A Busy Manager's Quick Guide To Helping Your Next New Hire Be a Home Run

According to a recent study by LinkedIn, 72% of new hires say that one-on-one meetings with their direct manager are the most important aspect of their onboarding experience. Here's why you should give a sh*t.

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
10 electrifying workplace trends that will impact you in 2023

Jan 10, 2023

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7 min read

10 electrifying workplace trends that will impact you in 2023

The increasing instances of talented people rejecting higher paying, higher status jobs, in favor of work that’s more aligned with their values and life choices, are hinting at a deeper change.

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
7 life-changing tactics to reclaim your time in 2023

Jan 4, 2023

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13 min read

7 life-changing tactics to reclaim your time in 2023

As we enter the new year, how do we make the most effective use of our time and energy? I share seven scientifically-backed ways that have worked for me.

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
Need to hit your number? First care for your people as much as customers

Dec 13, 2022

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8 min read

Need to hit your number? First care for your people as much as customers

What if we thought as hard about the employee journey as we did about the customer journey?

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
Could a 4 day week be the smartest change you make in 2023?

Dec 6, 2022

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14 min read

Could a 4 day week be the smartest change you make in 2023?

A bleeding edge conversation with a special guest

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
Five must-read leadership books in 2023 that have stood the test of time

Nov 29, 2022

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12 min read

Five must-read leadership books in 2023 that have stood the test of time

Leadership wisdom that has endured through the years and continues to inspire

CT at EngageRocket
CT at EngageRocket
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