The myth of the feedback sandwich

  • April 06, 2023

Have you ever sat down to a one-on-one with your boss, heard a shallow compliment, and started to think, “Oh boy, here it comes”? You’re not alone. It wasn’t...

Explaining the Path-Goal Theory of Leadership

  • April 04, 2023

As of 2023, only 48% of employees view their company’s leadership as ‘high-quality.’ Other concerning statistics include that only 33% of employees report feeling...

How to get employee buy-in on new initiatives

  • April 03, 2023

A lot of planning and work goes into creating a new initiative, policy, or project, but it can all fall apart if employers don’t get buy-in from employees. Employees...

How to be proactive at work

  • March 06, 2023

With their joint presentation just hours away, Laura wondered why she had not yet heard from Marilyn. While they each had their own section to explain to the client,...

How to sell an idea to your boss

  • February 27, 2023

No matter one’s position at a company, everyone can have great ideas about ways to make things better at work. What most people don’t expect, however, is the...

How to get your boss to sign off on training

  • February 24, 2023

Does your team need more skills and knowledge to do their jobs properly? Have you had your eye on several training programs that could benefit your team and further...

4 must-have skills for today’s leaders

  • February 10, 2023

In a world that is changing faster than ever, many leaders are, understandably, looking for the golden ticket—the skill that will change their results significantly....

When should I give negative feedback?

  • February 03, 2023

There is plenty of discussion about negative feedback, and why not? While we have all gotten plenty of it, it isn’t often very effective, so leaders and coaches always...

Stop taking high performers for granted

  • February 02, 2023

An occasional “reboot” is healthy. The craft of leadership benefits from going back to the basics regularly, and communication is the best place to start—it’s...

How to nurture high-potential employees

  • February 01, 2023

High-potential employees, or HIPOs, typically stand out among their peers based on superior performance. They often master their roles and responsibilities early in...