The Unicorn Library
Educational resources for people teams, managers and employees

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The 6 Levels of Unicorn Leadership

Learn How to Build a High-Performing Team that Help Scale Your Company.
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New Manager Playbook

Best-practices from successful management training courses at hundreds of high-growth companies to help you kickstart your own program.
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Career Conversations

A guide to facilitate career development for learning, growth, and fulfilment.
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How to Build an Effective People Strategy: A Guide to Aligning HR with Business Goals

An effective people strategy aligns HR initiatives with business goals, fostering a supportive culture where employees thrive. This guide covers essential steps—from talent management to fostering inclusion—to build a people-first approach that drives engagement and long-term business success.
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7 Strategies to Improve Employee Performance Reviews

Discover seven actionable strategies to transform employee performance reviews into meaningful opportunities for growth, engagement, and alignment with organizational goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and development.
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Top Five Management Challenges and How to Overcome Them

This blog explores the top five challenges managers face—like communication breakdowns, workload balancing, and conflict resolution—and offers actionable strategies to turn these obstacles into opportunities for building stronger, more engaged teams.
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Signs of a Great Manager: Qualities and Skills to Look For

This blog breaks down the key traits that make a great manager, from strong communication and emotional intelligence to fostering trust, inclusivity, and employee growth.
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First Day as a Manager: Success Tips and Common Mistakes

Starting as a first-time manager can be both exciting and daunting. This guide offers essential tips for building rapport, avoiding common pitfalls, and establishing a solid foundation to lead effectively from day one.
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24 Best HR Books Every HR Professional Should Read

Enhancing your career in Human Resources goes beyond experience; it requires a commitment to continuous learning and adaptation. Our curated list of essential reads of the best HR books covers key themes like leadership, motivation, culture, and diversity, offering invaluable insights and practical strategies to help you excel in the dynamic field of HR.
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The Ultimate Booklist for Executives

The best books for executives to elevate leadership, culture, strategy, emotional intelligence and personal-development. Dive in, explore, and let these books guide you toward becoming a more effective and inspiring leader.
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Simon Sinek on Great Leadership and Success: Key Insights from an Optimist

This blog explores Simon Sinek's influential leadership philosophy, diving into key principles like purpose-driven leadership, long-term success, and prioritizing team well-being.
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Skills for Successful Executive Assistant Training

Discover the key skills, training pathways, and strategies for thriving as an executive assistant and advancing your career to new heights.
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What is Empowering Leadership? Traits That Define an Empowering Leader

Discover how empowering leadership unleashes your team’s potential by fostering trust, autonomy, and a culture of innovation.
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Bill Gates' Leadership Style and What We Can Learn From His Leadership Principles

This blog examines Bill Gates' leadership style, highlighting key traits and lessons that can inspire business leaders and entrepreneurs to drive innovation and empower their teams.
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HR Manager Interview Questions with Sample Answers

Hiring the right HR manager is crucial for organizational success. This blog covers key interview questions and strategies to help both job seekers and recruiters navigate the interview process with confidence and identify top HR talent.
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What Does a Chief People Officer Do? Unpacking the Role of the CPO

The Chief People Officer (CPO) is a strategic leader essential to aligning human resources with business goals. In this blog, we unpack the CPO's role, responsibilities, and impact on fostering a thriving workplace culture and driving business success.
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Attrition versus Turnover: What's the Difference?

Understanding the difference between attrition and turnover is crucial for maintaining a stable workforce. In this blog, we break down the key distinctions, explore their impact on your business, and provide strategies to manage both effectively.
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High-Performance Cultures: What They Are and How to Build One

Explore what makes a high-performance culture thrive and how you can build one in your organization. From clear vision and values to strong leadership and continuous learning, this blog breaks down the essential steps to create an environment where excellence is the norm and every team member is empowered to succeed.
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Strategic Interview Questions

Unlock the potential of your hiring process with strategic interview questions that go beyond basic qualifications. This guide provides practical tips to assess candidates' cultural fit, decision-making skills, and long-term potential, ensuring you make smarter, more informed hiring decisions.
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Mastering Management Development Training

Management development training enhances the critical leadership skills that set successful managers apart—skills that go beyond traditional supervisory duties into strategic leadership, innovative problem-solving, and effective team collaboration. This guide will walk you through the key components of a management development program, offering actionable insights and strategies for identifying what to look for in training programs and elevating your leadership game.
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