Leaders give feedback because they want people to grow. But even when the intention is good, that's not always what happens. Instead of thinking about how to improve, the person receiving the feedback may be wondering something else entirely: Did I disappoint them? Am I in trouble? What does this mean going forward? When the […]
Accountability is something every leader should strive for. But there are times when the way we pursue it doesn’t have the desired effect. Instead of encouraging ownership, it can leave people more focused on avoiding mistakes than on sharing ideas. Most leaders don't set out to create a culture of fear. They want people to […]
By Barb Ward In 2024 approximately 4.1 million Americans will turn 65, that’s an average of 11,000 people per day according to a CBS News report. This, the largest surge of retirement-aged Americans in history, promises to wreak havoc on organizations already experiencing high turnover rates among their workforce and most notably their leaders. What's […]
By Hannah Kaiser Although some organizations are beginning to call their remote employees back into the office, virtual teams are still on the rise. Over two-thirds of organizations across the world use remote teams in some form. And, while virtual teams offer many benefits in the way of flexibility and speed due to instant access […]
By Paula Sparks Technology has changed the rules of business. As new advancements are made, seemingly every day, it continues to increase the ability and necessity for organizations to adopt a global view for their businesses and their workforces. While this is exciting for all the opportunities it brings, it also creates additional challenges for […]