Most of us find it easy to praise our “top performers”—the overachieving employees, prized students, and dutiful children—but we struggle to consistently affirm those who aren't quite as easy to lead. Unfortunately, this only further deteriorates effort and results. Try this approach instead...

If you want your team to be more open to feedback; and you want to see them actually absorb and apply it, then this tip is a must-watch for you.

It’s only March, but now is the time to be thinking about your year-end performance review (that is, if you want to knock it out of the park). In this quick video, I will tell you exactly what you need to do RIGHT NOW to set yourself up for a stellar review at the end of the year.

The ability to receive tough feedback is one of the most important, yet neglected, leadership skills. In this video, you'll learn a simple trick to help you become a master at receiving difficult feedback, even when you disagree with it.

Why is it that some employees are super motivated, while others seem quite the opposite? This can be one of the most frustrating things to navigate as a leader! Watch this video to learn how to overcome this challenge and spark motivation in every team member.

In a world where opposing views often lead to confrontation or shutdowns, what if you knew how to keep the conversation going in a productive way? What if you could minimize defensiveness and foster collaboration instead? Leverage the simple strategy shared in this video to calm emotions and pave the way for healthy dialogue.

What happens when we make a mistake? Most of us try to find something or someone else to blame before taking ownership; yet we expect others to take full ownership immediately when they slip up. The healthiest teams have a norm of admitting mistakes and apologizing to one another quickly. If your team isn’t there yet, it’s time to set the tone and lead by example.

How would you describe the tone on your team? Optimistic? Energetic? Bored? Discouraged? The vibe of your team environment matters, and there is one thing that influences your team's vibe more than anything else. Find out what it is and how to leverage it in this quick video.

In this video, I'm challenging you to ask a specific question in your upcoming one-on-ones to help uncover potential blind spots and gather the insights you need to better serve your team.

Nobody wants to be "that manager" — you know, the one employees grumble about. So instead, we work hard to be a well-liked manager and end up over-rotating into some unhealthy leadership behaviors. Watch this quick video to identify your own worries and how they might be impacting your management style.

So many managers feel unsure about 1:1s. With an already packed schedule, they’re hesitant to add more meetings to their calendar, and wonder if 1:1s are truly necessary when they already talk to their employees every day. I’ll tackle these two hesitancies in this week’s quick tip video. BONUS: download your free 1:1 cheat sheet!

Adapting to hybrid work schedules has become essential in the modern workplace as organizations strive to blend remote and in-office work. Since managers and employees play critical roles in navigating this new way of working, we'll explore tips for both parties in this quick video.