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 Mystie Johnson-Foote, MD A friend of mine, in her 50s, started working at a distribution center a few months ago. She thought it would be a nice way to make a few extra dollars and fill some free time. The hours were flexible and the work, while monotonous, was not difficult. Her new co-workers […]
By Reta Coburn Leadership is very much about the art of getting things done through people so competency in delegation is a foundational skill for leaders. Yet, more than other leadership competencies, the demonstration of delegation wildly varies from one leader to the next. Many reasons may contribute to this variance – organizational culture, team […]
By Kailey Bowser The Great Recession is no joke. Most of us have seen, heard, or are living through the current staffing crisis. Restaurants and business can’t find enough help -some going so far as having to cut their business hours- teachers leaving education in record numbers, nurses changing careers and leaving healthcare, frontline workers […]
