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The Lasting Value of Values-Based Leadership

Last week we were thrilled to launch our ClearEdge Rising LinkedIn series “This is Rising” with an inaugural event focused on values-based leadership. Our goal with this series is to share with current and potential ClearEdge Rising members, and their allies, the types of topics, discussions, and learnings they could expect to engage  in when…

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Why and how the talent industry is investing in women leaders

Every once in a while the right thing to do and the thing you want to do come together. They call it a “best of both worlds” or a “win-win” situation. Driven by scarcity of leadership resources and recognition of the power that comes from having diverse voices and experiences lead the way, we have…

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What’s the difference between a CMO and a fractional CMO?

The role of chief marketing officer (CMO) is well-established. The creation of “chief marketing officer” as a position dates back to the 1990s in response to the increased complexity and strategic importance of marketing as a business growth driver. Today, most every company listed on the Fortune 500 has one and the broad parameters of…

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Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023: The Importance of Accessibility Accommodations in the Workplace

Written by: Nicole VanNienwenhove ClearEdge is proud to support Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2023, a week created as a worldwide initiative that challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about neurological differences. Rather than labeling people with deficits or a disability that needs to be “cured,” neurodiversity instead considers and celebrates individuals’ strengths and weaknesses.  So what exactly is…

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What is Credential Stuffing and How to Protect Your WordPress Website

Millions of user passwords are now available for purchase. In fact, there’s a good chance that one if not all of your credentials has been sold. Hackers can efficiently and successfully purchase credentials and passwords to log into accounts that haven’t been protected. PayPal, MailChimp (owned by Intuit), General Motors, and others have all been…

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When and How to Hire a CMO

As your business matures, adapts, and innovates to serve your customers and grow your revenue, your approach to marketing must naturally change to support your strategic vision for the future. In fact, it’s pretty close to a guarantee that somewhere along the way you’re going to wonder: Is it time to hire a CMO?  It’s…

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Laying the Foundation for Candidate Attraction

Candidate attraction is not a simple task, and it has become more complex than ever before. The job market remains increasingly competitive for employers with candidates in the driver’s seat for the foreseeable future. We recently launched the campaign below for a client in the talent acquisition space and it performed very well, but it…