The Blog
A collection of ideas and resources.
Performance vs. Preference
Before you give someone feedback, it’s critical to consider: Is this truly a matter of performance, or merely a matter of preference? Is their approach wrong, or just different?
Self- vs. Team Preservation
Due to remote work environments and rapid attrition, many teams today are disconnected groups of people who don't know each other very well. This dynamic is causing a heightened focus on self-preservation over team preservation. In this video, I share two strategies for addressing this dangerous dynamic.
Leading Through Change Checklist
Change is hard. Here’s a step-by-step guide that will help you understand and thoughtfully address the three biggest roadblocks your employees face when it comes to organizational change.
A common cause of low employee motivation
Let’s talk about a quiet killer of motivation—something that slowly squashes our excitement about work; PLUS, a strategy for quick course-correction.
It’s time to mix up your staff meeting
Is your team in a rut? Do people look forward to coming to team meetings or do they dread them? Your time together should be time well-spent that energizes and engages the group. If that’s not your current reality, then it's time to mix things up.
A thought on leading through change
Most leaders are struggling to figure out how to best guide their teams through change right now. And most employees are struggling to figure out how to walk through organizational change that feels unclear. This week's video offers a quick thought on leading through change that applies both to leaders and employees alike.
The Birthday Dilemma
What do birthday parties and year-end performance reviews have to do with each other? More than you might think...
Behind closed doors
May we have enough courage and integrity to engage in honest, face-to-face conversations; or enough grace to let things go.
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.
Do your Rice Krispies have sprinkles?
As leaders, our teams can only grow if we release some control. How healthy is your balance between control and growth?
5 things every manager should do during their first 30 days on the job
Here are five things every manager should do during their first 30 days on the job to build trust and lay a solid foundation.
Make 1:1s easy and effective
1:1s don’t have to be so hard and complicated. Download our free cheat sheet to make your 1:1s easy and effective.