Help a New Hire Thrive—Even If They Weren’t Your Top Choice
As a manager, creating an environment where new hires feel they truly belong is essential—especially when they know they weren’t your first…
Simplify Your Strategy
Many organizations confuse operational plans with strategy. Creating a strategy is an outward-looking, relatively high-level exercise that’s about identifying how to meet…
To Be a Great Negotiator, Ask Better Questions
Negotiation success often hinges not only on what you say, but also on the quality of your questions. By preparing thoughtful, open-ended…
Protect Your Team from Overwork
Transforming your work culture to prevent burnout and foster well-being is not only possible, but essential as a leader. Here are five…
Delegate Decisions More Effectively
Delegating work effectively is a key managerial skill. While passing decision-making responsibilities to employees can be a way to give them control…
Weigh Job Offers the Right Way
When considering a job offer, don’t just focus on base salary; a well-rounded benefits package can transform a good job offer into…
How to Connect with a Job Interviewer
Interviews can feel uncomfortable, pushing you to act overly formal or distant. But standing out as a candidate isn’t about being perfect;…
When Your New Boss Makes Snap Decisions
You’ve got a new boss who’s making hasty decisions, shaking up the workflow, and constantly leaving you scrambling to keep up. How…
Navigating Unsolicited Advice in the Workplace
Unsolicited advice, though often well-intentioned, can feel intrusive and even undermine your confidence at work. If a colleague frequently offers advice you…
Try These Exercises to Manage Intense Emotions
Everyone struggles to manage their emotions at times. It’s normal to experience negative feelings at work, and we can’t expect ourselves or…