Management

AI isn’t just coming, it’s already here, reshaping industries and roles and how we define productivity. As a leader, you have the power to prepare your team for this transformative era by focusing on one critical asset: your people. Here’s how. Augment, don’t replace. Empower employees to offload repetitive tasks to AI, freeing time for […]

It’s tempting to think a career overhaul is the solution to feeling stuck at work. But before you make the leap, pause. A radical change is a significant investment of time and energy—and often, it’s not even necessary. Here’s how to figure out your next step. Understand your context. Life’s upheavals, like personal challenges and […]

Anxiety feels different for everyone—for some, it’s a racing heart, for others a heavy chest. However anxiety shows up, one thing’s for sure: It’s tough to lead, work, or just get through the day when your mind is buzzing. Here’s how to stay grounded when anxiety strikes. Pause and check in. Understanding what you’re feeling […]

Your long-awaited time off is around the corner, and that pre-vacation stress is starting to creep up. Don’t fret—planning for a backup at work doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth handoff and a stress-free break. Four weeks before your time off, notify colleagues and clients about your dates. Arrange […]

As a manager, asking your team to take on emotionally taxing tasks is sometimes unavoidable. Thanking someone before they begin can help ease their emotional burden, make them more resilient, and improve outcomes. Here’s how to express anticipatory gratitude. Acknowledge the challenge. Recognize the emotional difficulty of the task. A simple, empathetic statement like, “I […]

Undervaluing employees or treating them as replaceable—for example, by overworking them or disrespecting them due to their status and position in the company—violates their intrinsic human value. This leads to disengagement and broken trust. You can avoid these consequences by leading with dignity: recognizing and honoring the humanity of every team member to create an […]

When an interviewer asks, “Why should we hire you?” your answer shouldn’t be about why you want the job—it should highlight why they need you. To stand out as the ideal hire, show your interviewer you understand their goals. Here’s how. Focus on the match. Speak directly to their needs. For example, “Your commitment to […]

The holidays are a perfect time to reconnect with old colleagues, strengthen existing relationships, and release the ones that no longer serve you. Use these three steps to cultivate a network that sets the stage for a successful new year. Review your network. List your contacts from LinkedIn, social media, and your phone. Sort them […]

Becoming a good presenter takes more than just improving your eye contact and body language. Truly impactful presenting requires real introspection. To develop a confident presence, consider starting with three areas of inner work. Uncover hidden barriers. One effective way to boost your public-speaking confidence is to explore what might be quietly holding you back. […]

Think high performers only leave for more money or better opportunities? Wrong. One of the most common reasons star employees leave is that they feel unnoticed and undervalued at work. To retain top talent, demonstrate their value by taking these three essential actions. Notice. Go beyond surface-level interactions. Regularly check in with your employee, paying […]

In today’s complex work environments, collaboration sometimes feels harder than ever. To build engagement and drive results on your team, here are four strategies you should commit to as a leader. Focus on shared goals. Silos form when teams focus solely on their own tasks and miss the bigger picture. Emphasize collective goals that require […]

Caregiving is likely impacting your team more than you realize. A recent Harvard Business School study found that 73% of U.S. employees have caregiving responsibilities, yet only 24% of employers recognize its impact on productivity. This disconnect often leads talented employees to leave their roles—especially young professionals. Here’s how you can support your caregiving employees […]

Navigating a relationship with a manager you perceive as ineffective or unqualified can be frustrating. But letting those feelings fester can impact your reputation, productivity, and well-being. Here are steps you can take to shift the dynamic. Reflect on what’s really bothering you. Is it a disagreement over tasks, or a misalignment in values? Sometimes, […]

Working with someone who sidesteps the rules can be frustrating, especially when they’re good at what they do. How can you address it constructively? Put their rule-breaking in perspective. Before your frustration builds, consider why they’re cutting corners. External pressures or old work habits might be at play, rather than a  disregard for the rules. […]

Do you dread giving feedback? You’re not alone—many managers feel anxious about these conversations. However, your feedback is crucial to helping your team grow—even your highest performers. Here are five actionable tips to ensure your feedback is valuable and engaging. Don’t hold back on constructive feedback. Instead of vague praise like, “You did great,” offer […]

Hypervigilance—your brain’s alarm system—keeps you alert to threats. It’s useful in emergencies, but in everyday leadership, it can lead to defensiveness, missed connections, and burnout. Here’s how to channel that awareness into a more regulated, effective approach. Practice curiosity over confrontation. When you feel triggered by something a colleague says or does, pause. Instead of […]

Resentment is a complex emotion that can become preoccupying and damaging. It can be tempting to hold onto resentment, but doing so has lasting consequences: strained relationships, declining productivity, and negative impacts on your mental and physical health. Here’s how to diffuse any resentment you might feel for your colleagues. Pinpoint the source. Start by […]

Got an employee who’s not meeting expectations? Use this checklist to determine whether a performance improvement plan (PIP) is the right path forward—and remember, a PIP should be a collaborative effort, not a punishment. Is there a clear path to improvement? A PIP should only be used if you believe improvement is possible, and you’re […]

When you’re told you need to be more strategic, it’s tempting to feel defensive. But it’s more productive to take the feedback in stride and demonstrate your skill proactively. Here’s how to make this integral part of your leadership more visible to others. Make strategy feel real. Use storytelling and visuals to transform abstract ideas […]

Studies have shown that using friendly nicknames can be a great way to solidify personal relationships, but they can be tricky in the workplace thanks to the hierarchical nature of professional relationships. Should you embrace nicknames? Or should they stay out of the office entirely? Here’s what research suggests for leaders. Let your team call […]