The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
The Dangers of the New "Return to Office" Trend: Why It’s Not as Beneficial as It Seems
I’m troubled by the recent trend among major companies enforcing strict “return to office” (RTO) policies. Here’s why.
The lowest-scoring leadership practice
Thanks to extensive research conducted by Kouzes and Posner, we know which leadership behaviors are exercised most frequently and which are neglected.
Want to know which one ranks at the bottom? Watch this quick video to find out and learn how you can start leveraging this critical practice more effectively.
3 Delegation Steps You Might Be Missing
This week I want to share three simple steps that many leaders miss in their delegation practices that will help set you and your employees up for success.
6 strategies for designing an effective hybrid work model
The world of work will never be the same after the extreme creativity and flexibility exercised during the pandemic shut down. Here are six strategies to consider as you aim to design the ideal hybrid structure for your team.
Dear Abbey: How do I manage employee expectations around promotions?
Aim for as much clarity, transparency, and involvement as possible to reduce the threat to fairness.
The Myth of Multitasking
When we are flipping frantically between tasks, all we're getting is the illusion of productivity - not the real thing.
The psychological impact of ending well
Ending well is more significant than most of us realize due to a psychological effect known as the peak-end theory.
What are you wearing?
It's time to pull out your favorite blazer or blouse before that next big presentation. It just might give you the edge you need to deliver at your best.
A short video series: using neuroscience to drive performance & engagement
Your team can only access their brightest ideas and deliver their best work when operating in a healthy climate.
Am I valued here? (S in SCARF model)
In this third video in the series, I explore the importance of status: the first component of the SCARF model.
The human brain at work
I believe the most important job of a leader is creating a healthy work environment that brings out the best in your team.
The business case for reflection
Research shows that we perform better—with more confidence and competence—after pausing to reflect and learn from past experience.