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Are You a Mediocre Leader?
Lead from your strengths In the spirit of knowing yourself (and your management & communication style), answer these questions: Do you make your expectations clear to others, and follow up to assure...
Leadership Reading List
We have sifted through various lists and talked to our friends and colleagues in leadership, to come up with this Leadership Reading List of indisputable classics and fresh voices. Read these and other texts to drive your future and the success of your organization.
Stop Losing Valuable Job Candidates!
Six things you may be doing that are costing you good applicants Searching for a new job can be exciting but it can also be exhausting. Making the application and selection process welcoming and straightforward is...
Six Leadership Strategies for Post-Pandemic Planning
Much has been written about communication, particularly a leader communicating expectations to his or her team and colleagues. It’s always been important, but now it’s vital to your success. Because of the...
Get Ready to Manage Your New Remote Workforce
In the past we frequently heard from owners and managers that they were not interested in hiring someone who wanted to work from home. Many managers have had poor experiences with remote workers or expected...
How and Why to Conduct Exit Interviews
Every organization deals with turnover, but most don’t take the opportunity to understand the reasons why people leave and the overall impact on the business. By conducting exit interviews, you not only identify...