Breaking Bad News

Breaking Bad News

No one wants to be the bearer of bad news. It’s awkward and risky. Just ask the proverbial messenger. But breaking bad news is an essential part of a manager’s role. Do it correctly and you’ll provide a service to both the employee and the organization.  Performance...
How to Focus Like an Executive

How to Focus Like an Executive

By the time you reach the C-Suite you know how to win. You’ve learned how to leverage your skills, hire around your weaknesses, and construct creative workarounds to complex problems that inhabit the messy middle. All of this takes focus and purposeful action. While...

3 Communication Blunders to Avoid

When you’re a leader be it of a team, department, or entire organization every message you send counts. To ensure your communication hits the mark be sure to avoid these classic blunders. Burying the Lead – Employees don’t care about how good something is for...

The Three Cs of Leadership

To say that competencies models are complex is like saying space is big. The statement is accurate, but not helpful. Of course, the time required to understand the complexities of either topic is more than the average hiring manager can invest. If you need to search...

Tips for First Time Managers

So you finally scored that manager promotion. Congratulations. Now grab your helmet. Seasoned managers know that the title and accompanying pay increase comes with a variety of additional responsibilities. To make the most of the opportunity follow these tips.  ...

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