Written By Mike Robertson Published on March 8, 2023 The topic of appreciation in the workplace is one that has grown in significance with each new generation that enters the workforce. For those who have taken notice and prioritized this need, there is a common error that a well-meaning leader may fall into; [...]
Written By Chad Kearns Published on March 1, 2023 The importance of culture in building organizational health is well documented. Executives know about the importance of culture. Most understand it’s essential to drive their organization forward. And thankfully, more and more organizations are getting serious about the investments they make to build healthy work environments [...]
Written By Chad Kearns Published on Feb 1, 2023 There is so much to gain from seeking feedback as the leader of your team. Leaders who effective seeking feedback: Build trust within the organization Set the example to be followed by others Make their team feel like they have a voice and that their thoughts [...]
Written By Chad Kearns Published on February 1, 2023 Seeking feedback from your team can be one of the most powerful outlets for leaders to build engagement with those they lead. Opening yourself up for feedback shows humility. It shows a desire to learn and improve. Most importantly, soliciting, receiving, and acting on feedback effectively [...]
Written By Chris Ihrig Published on January 25, 2023 It’s not enough to steer your team from afar, meeting with members once a year for performance reviews, and remaining detached from their goals, struggles, and ambitions. An effective leader is someone who is willing to step forward and truly act as a coach for their [...]
Written By Tim Yeomans Published on January 18, 2023 We are all customers, and we all form preferences and opinions based on the personal interactions, purchases, and transactions we have with businesses. We assess the quality of each experience very quickly, comparing it to others we liked or disliked. Everyone has a few businesses to [...]
Written By Mike Robertson Published on January 11, 2023 One of the most impactful decisions a leader can make for their team is determining the annual or quarterly goals their team push towards. These goals should work their way into every action the team takes over that time period, and every project, presentation, or [...]
This year, leaders across the country faced up to big questions about what the future of work will look like. The challenges came quickly, as The Great Resignation continued and competition for talent was high. As we approach a new year, this is an excellent moment to take a deep breath and get ready for [...]
Effective leaders understand that their organization's internal communication is its lifeblood. In the absence of information, even trusted and highly loyal team members can succumb to the perils of rumor. Without the correct context, they might speculate upon the direction of the company and their own future with it. Successful leaders nearly always put protocols [...]
A group of senior leaders from several different organizations gathered together for a discussion. As time went on, the conversation turned to the criteria used to select candidates for leadership roles. While formal interviews were important, the leaders felt additional strategies were needed to gain insight into candidates. How to Identify a Strong Leader The [...]
