Management

In today’s volatile climate, global travel isn’t just about logistics—it’s about risk management and policy adaptation. As rules shift rapidly, you need a proactive, structured approach to sending employees abroad or receiving international staff in the U.S. Audit employee visa status. Know who is working under temporary authorization and monitor renewal timelines. If employees have […]

When uncertainty hits, it’s tempting to start making cuts. But indiscriminate subtraction can backfire, making systems brittle, reducing visibility, and draining long-term value from your business. Before making any cut, apply this triple test: Will it improve efficiency, build resilience, and elevate prominence? If the answer is no, rethink it. If the answer is yes, […]

When you step into a new leadership role, how you engage your inherited team sets the tone for your entire tenure. You need to move thoughtfully, not impulsively. Here’s how to get started. Lead with curiosity, not conclusions. Biases often influence early assessments, so avoid quick judgments when assessing your new team. Instead, ask questions, […]

Creating a culture of helping isn’t just about encouraging support—it’s about making sure the help given is actually, well, helpful. As a leader, your role is to shape how help is asked for, delivered, and appreciated. Here’s how. Push for clarity first. Guide your team to clearly define the problem before they ask for support. […]

The role of the CEO is evolving fast—and the old playbook won’t cut it. To lead through disruption, emerging CEOs must focus less on credentials and more on behavior. Here are three areas to start developing today. Be a relentless learner. The most successful leaders approach their role like elite athletes: constantly training, reflecting, and […]

Yesterday we went over four ways to update your approach to leading a remote or hybrid organization. Today we’re back with four more tactics. Get everyone together regularly. “Anchor days,” where everyone is in the office at the same time, can build community—but they only work if everyone is there. Set clear expectations and require […]

If your organization is sticking with remote or hybrid work, your old management playbook won’t cut it. Productivity, culture, and collaboration all suffer when you try to lead as if everyone’s still in the office full time. To adapt, start with these four steps. Begin with data. Ask your IT team to audit patterns from […]

Stepping into a senior leadership role is about more than simply managing a bigger team. It requires a new mindset, focus, and definition of success. If you’re finding this transition to be harder than you expected, you’re not alone. Here’s how to recalibrate your approach. Coach, don’t solve. You’re no longer the go-to problem solver. […]

When life is packed with work and family demands, joy often falls to the bottom of the priority list. In fact, many professionals spend most of their time on achievement and meaning, leaving little space for happiness. But no matter how busy you are, you can still create more joy in the time you have. […]

Flexibility is a blessing—until it isn’t. When you try to do everything for both your work and your family, burnout can sneak in fast. The key is to approach flexibility strategically, so you’re fully present when it matters most. Here’s how. Define what’s enough. Without clear boundaries, you’ll always feel behind. Set standard work hours […]

In today’s polarized climate, many companies choose silence over speaking up about sustainability, but that’s a mistake—customers and employees still expect transparency. Here’s how to communicate your efforts clearly and effectively. Understand what people expect. Consumer demand for sustainable products continues to grow, regardless of political noise. Employees also want to work for companies making […]

Uncovering the truth at work isn’t always as simple as asking direct questions. Whether you’re trying to get to the root of a project delay or understand why you weren’t promoted, here’s how to elicit more honest answers. Do your homework before the conversation. Prepare thoroughly. Build a fact base by gathering feedback, reviewing timelines, […]

If employees are working while sick, your policies aren’t the problem—your structure is. To tackle presenteeism, start by addressing the root causes: job design, cultural expectations, and the imbalance between demands and support. Use this three-part framework to guide change.   Map demands and resources across roles. Identify where job demands—like workload, schedule rigidity, or […]

When people feel invisible at work, they disengage. As a leader, one of your most powerful tools is the ability to notice—deliberately, consistently, and with purpose. Here’s how to do it.   Recognize the barriers to seeing others.  For example, the erosion of our ability to pay attention is one barrier, and always feeling a […]

Employee mental health isn’t a side issue—it’s a core leadership responsibility. Most employees report at least one mental health challenge, and more than half of CEOs say they’ve struggled in the past year. Supporting well-being—for your team and yourself—requires more than surface-level solutions. Here’s how to lead with impact.   Change systems, not individuals. Wellness […]

You may think that urging employees to report abusive behavior is enough to address misconduct. It’s not. Who reports abuse matters just as much as what gets reported—especially when evidence is thin. Without changes to how reports are handled, organizations risk reinforcing bias rather than fixing it. Here’s what to do differently.   Recognize credibility […]

Even the best leaders hit a wall when their default style no longer gets results. Maybe your team stops responding, or stakeholders lose trust. The key isn’t to double down—it’s to adapt. Here’s how.   Scan for shifts in the business, stakeholders, and yourself. When your approach falters, ask what’s changed. Is the business evolving? […]

Today’s cyber threats may be unpredictable—but unforced errors are preventable. By adopting a stewardship mindset to cybersecurity, you can reduce risk, improve oversight, and guide your board to smarter decisions. Here’s how to start. Make stewardship your starting point. Stewardship—a view that recognizes cybersecurity’s business relevance and acknowledges its potential strategic consequences—should guide every boardroom […]

Stretch assignments are a powerful tool for developing early-career talent—but only when the value is clearly communicated and rewards are distributed fairly. Without structure, organizations risk reinforcing inequity instead of building potential. Here’s what to focus on. Communicate the assignments’ importance clearly. Many employees don’t realize how critical stretch assignments are until after they’re passed […]

When big changes shake your organization, employees need clarity, empathy, and direction. An all-hands meeting isn’t just a status update—it’s an opportunity to rebuild trust and help your team reorient. Here’s how to do it well. Get everyone on the same page. Share a clear, simple narrative: what happened and why, as well as where […]