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Pinnacle raises $2.5M to make AI coaching available to all.
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Pinnacle raises $2.5M to make AI coaching available to all.

Great leaders aren’t born—they’re made. But for too long, leadership development has been slow, expensive, and disconnected from the realities of day-to-day work and how adults learn. It’s time for a change. Today, we’re excited to share that we’ve raised a $2.5M Seed round led by eLab Ventures to fundamentally transform this industry.

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AI Coaching: The future of leadership development is here
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AI Coaching: The future of leadership development is here

AI coaching is transforming leadership development by making personalized guidance available to everyone, not just senior leaders. Unlike traditional human coaching, AI coaches offer 24/7 availability, data-driven insights, and scalable support, tailored to each individual’s organizational context.

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Mastering the accountability dial: A leader's guide to team performance
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Mastering the accountability dial: A leader's guide to team performance

Managing team accountability often feels like a balancing act between being too lenient and too strict. The Accountability Dial is a leadership tool designed to help managers navigate this challenge by offering a structured approach with five levels: Mention, Ask, Conversation, Expectation, and Consequence. This framework allows leaders to escalate issues gradually, maintain trust, and address performance concerns fairly and consistently. With practice, it becomes a powerful way to manage team dynamics while preserving positive relationships. Using AI tools like Pascal can further enhance your use of the Accountability Dial by providing guidance, scenario practice, and personalized strategies.

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How to ask your team members for feedback: A manager's guide.
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How to ask your team members for feedback: A manager's guide.

Seeking feedback from your team is crucial for personal and organizational growth, according to Qualtrics's research showing that managers who regularly ask for feedback are perceived as more effective. Using the 5 A’s approach—Approach, Ask Specifically, Alternatives, Actively Listen, and Act Regularly—managers can ease the process and make it part of their routine.

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