Most leaders want to create an accountable culture, yet struggle with the process. The question becomes, “How can we create a culture of accountability while at the same time promote open communication, and engagement?” This article explores five reasons leaders...
The purpose of performance conversations is to improve employee performance. What often stands in the way of an effective performance conversation is the manager’s hidden agenda. In this article I talk about the five hidden agendas that prevent good performance...
Every workplace has a little drama, but knowing how to identify time wasters and stop drama is key to elevating your own productivity. The first step is to define the three toxic time-wasters: blindsiding, monopolizing, and negativity. The second step is to identify...
Look at any mission statement and you see a lot of heady words like integrity, compassion, trustworthiness, and commitment, especially if the mission is from a Non-Profit or Healthcare organization. Ask the employees to repeat the mission and they are lost in the...
What do you want for 2018? Better health? A cleaner office? Better relationships? More time to do what really matters to you? Whatever it is that you want, you have to want it more than what’s standing in your way. Today’s thought is inspired by my own...
It can be difficult to really stand out, but with a little planning and a new mindset, you can elevate yourself to be considered for the next leadership position. The side benefit is that while practicing these habits you build new leadership skills in the process....
