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 We all get to a point in our personal and professional lives when we must let go of things or people that are no longer a positive force for good. But, how do you know when and what to let go of? The ability to let go and move on is essential […]
By Barb Ward If life over the past few years hasn’t caused you enough stress and chaos, the summer months are now upon you. As you look ahead to the coming weekend, if you’re like many, you’re thinking, “Wow, how am I going to get everything done… I am so busy, I just don’t have […]
By Barb Ward If there were any benefits that came out of the pandemic, one might be that it allowed people to hit the pause button for a brief moment as we all determined how to continue working and living under a completely different set of circumstances and rules. This also opened the door for […]
