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How to provide stellar customer service (even with a lean team)

Delivering exceptional customer service isn’t just a “big team” advantage — it’s a mindset and a strategy. In Business Journals Leadership Trust latest article, Jessica Hawthorne-Castro offers practical insights on how lean teams can still create standout customer experiences by focusing on responsiveness, personalization and smart prioritization. Whether you’re part of a growing startup or managing a small but mighty team, these takeaways are worth the read.

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8 ways to evaluate your company’s CX (beyond direct feedback)

Direct feedback is just one piece of the customer experience puzzle. In Business Journals Leadership Trust latest article, Jessica Hawthorne-Castro shares her strategy to evaluate your company’s CX beyond direct feedback. From observing behavioral data to leveraging journey analytics, these insights can help you see the full picture of how customers engage with your brand.

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How to diagnose and address high turnover and low engagement

High turnover and low engagement are two of the biggest red flags for any organization — but they’re also fixable with the right insights and actions. In Business Journals Leadership Trust latest article, Jessica Hawthorne-Castro breaks down how to identify the root causes and make meaningful changes that improve culture, retention, and overall performance.

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10 ways leaders can inspire innovation in the workplace

Innovation doesn’t happen by chance—it starts with intentional leadership. In Business Journals Leadership Trust latest article, Jessica Hawthorne-Castro shares her advice on how leaders can inspire innovation in the workplace—from fostering psychological safety to encouraging cross-functional collaboration. Whether you’re building a culture of curiosity or looking for fresh ways to energize your team, this article offers practical insights from leaders across industries.

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7 promising signs someone’s ready for a leadership position

Spotting future leaders is just as important as developing them. Jessica Hawthorne-Castro share the key actions, attitudes and skills that shows someone is ready to step into a leadership role in Business Journals Leadership Trust latest article. From taking initiative to inspiring others, these traits can help identify high-potential talent in any organization.

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