Welcome back to our extremely intermittent series, “They didn’t seriously argue that, did they?” It’s a feature intended to lift everyone’s spirits, because no...
Team structure should align with your organization's goals. Startups often benefit from flat structures, while revenue-focused businesses with diverse target audiences...
Cybersecurity is crucial for businesses of all sizes. Even small businesses are vulnerable, as a single employee mistake, like opening a malicious email, can lead to...
Effective managers oversee tasks, but influential managers coach their teams to reach their full potential. Coaching empowers employees to find their own solutions and...
Strategic management is crucial for all businesses, big or small. It boosts decision-making and sets the stage for long-term success. Start planning strategically now...
Projects require active management and don't simply complete themselves. Teams must plan and execute effectively, but poor planning leads to a high failure rate (39%). ...
The art of dodging work: Understanding weaponized incompetence
Does your workplace contain anyone guilty of weaponized incompetence – pretending to be bad at a task...
Return-to-office (RTO) mandates are gaining traction, with some employers believing they boost collaboration and productivity. However, many employees resist losing the...
Employee engagement is crucial for business success, but Gallup research shows only 31% of US employees are truly engaged – a decade low. Regular one-on-one meetings...
True leadership means "walking the walk," not just "talking the talk." Leaders who lead by example become role models, inspiring their teams by demonstrating the very...
Netiquette, or network etiquette, bridges the gap between traditional communication and the text-based world of online interactions. With so much business conducted...
Fair hiring practices are essential for organizations seeking top talent. They help eliminate bias and discrimination in recruitment, ensuring a fairer process and...
The job market is changing! "New-collar" jobs are on the rise, focusing on specialized technical skills and knowledge gained through alternative pathways like...
This blog post provides guidance for HR leaders on how to support employees impacted by natural disasters. It emphasizes the importance of financial assistance, access...
Leadership principles are essential for guiding diverse teams and organizations. They provide a common reference point for decision-making and behavior, creating a...
Remote work offers benefits like improved work-life balance and broader talent pools, but it also presents challenges for companies. To address these, a clear and...
Cost-per-hire (CPH) is a vital metric that helps organizations understand the total cost of hiring new employees. Tracking CPH allows businesses to assess the efficiency...
Situational leadership empowers employees by tailoring guidance and support to their individual needs, fostering growth and skill development through a flexible and...
By Karl Ahlrichs
“Can you feel the rain? Do you hear the thunder? The storm is coming.”—Ed Robinson, CSP, CPA
The storm is here, but I’m confident you are...
Decision-making is the process of choosing a solution from a set of options. We make decisions constantly, both at work and in our personal lives. Some decisions are...
