We Must Be More than Task Managers

We Must Be More than Task Managers

We Must Be More than Task Managers You may be used to a task-management approach to leadership: you tell your team what to do and make sure they do it, checking in at many points along the way. While this level of control may make you feel more secure as a leader, it...
Give the Gift of Time When Communicating

Give the Gift of Time When Communicating

Give the Gift of Time When Communicating Communication is a key pillar of our professional lives. Yet, many of us may not communicate efficiently. If what we write or say is important but lost on our audience because it is confusing or time-consuming to understand, we...
Stop Defaulting to Stereotypes of People

Stop Defaulting to Stereotypes of People

Stop Defaulting to Stereotypes of People How to Stop Defaulting to Stereotyping It can be so easy, almost natural, to make assumptions about others based on things like appearance or education. We humans like to fit things into neat and tidy boxes! But, when leaders...
Teaching Moments, Not Terse Meetings

Teaching Moments, Not Terse Meetings

Teaching Moments, Not Terse Meetings How to Turn Mistakes Into Learning Opportunities When a mistake gets made at work, it can be all too easy to express our frustration with the person who seemingly was in error. As good as it may feel to react emotionally, however,...
The Benefits of the Right Benefits and Programs

The Benefits of the Right Benefits and Programs

The Benefits of the Right Benefits and Programs Employee benefits are key to attracting and keeping talent. Why is having good benefits so important? Today looking beyond the traditional benefits and providing whole-person support attracts top talent and enriches the...
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