Bad bosses foster bad blood throughout the whole team. That’s not just theoretical, either — it’s been proven again and again. For instance, a Gallup study showed lousy managers contributed to about half of their organizations’ resignations. But to be honest, not all supervisors belong in a Dilbert cartoon. Take you, as an example. You’re […]
Even though technology has made working remotely possible, it was still a luxury for most employees. In fact, under 5 million worked at home before 2020. And, as you know, a global pandemic changed all that. Since then, 62% of employed Americans have reported that they have worked from home during the crisis. And, no […]
I don’t know what the reasoning was. But, I was on a David Bowie kick recently. As he was crooning “Ch-ch-ch-ch-changes (Turn and face the strange),” I thought how appropriate this was following COVID. Everything has changed following the pandemic. Whether it’s from how we shop, communicate, and socialize. And, it’s certainly modified the workplace. […]
While the COVID-19 may have resulted in more people working from home, the truth is, working from home was already having its moment. In fact, between 2005 – 2017, there was a 159% increase in remote work. And, regardless of what happens when there’s hopefully a vaccine, the majority of people who have been working […]
“The struggle you’re in today is developing the strength you need for tomorrow. Don’t give up.” — Robert Tew A relevant quote for these challenging times, wouldn’t you say? At the same time, though, when you’re the thick of it, it’s hard to see the light at the end of the tunnel. And, that’s what […]
I think it’s safe to say that we’re all freaking out right now. But, even if we weren’t experiencing a worldwide health pandemic, adversity is always lurking in the shadows. And, as a leader, it’s your responsibility to keep your organization calm and carry on. While that’s certainly no easy task, here are some of […]
I know that you have a packed schedule. But, take a minute and think about who you hired the people compromising your current team. Don’t make this any more complicated then it has to be. Do this small activity when you’re taking a break, walking around the workplace, or meeting with your team one-on-one. Here […]
Even if you enjoy going to work, it can take a toll on your overall health. For example, working in an office, your entire career can literally kill you. Between sitting all-day, unhealthy eating habits, and stress, it’s easy to see why this isn’t an exaggeration. Throw in financial insecurity, work-life conflicts, and problems that […]
Communication is a skill that all successful leaders need to acquire and maintain — not just in business, but also life. Having the ability to speak in a calm, concise, and clear manner will help your team be able to do likewise. Sharing your vision, goals, and expectations is only one piece of the puzzle. […]
As a business owner, you have long-realized the power of personalization when interacting with your customers. However, personalization has become increasingly popular when it comes to employee incentives. You can treat your team as different but equal; customizing employee incentives. Worker preferences. As noted in a report published by Deloitte, “organizations are missing an opportunity […]
