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 It has always been your dream to be a leader, everything in your life up until now has led you to this point. You know what you need to make you successful, and you’ve taken steps to get there. You are motivated, you’ve honed your communication skills, you’re in tune with other […]
By Barb Ward Every company wants, and needs, to have leaders who are successful at developing and maintaining high performance teams. These leaders are adept at motivating their staff to reach their greatest potential. They create loyalty and engagement, resulting in a good work environment and increased productivity for the organization. But the recipe to […]
By Barb Ward You know that communication is essential for success. You know this because in every area of your life, communication plays a key role. You have most certainly experienced the chaos and misunderstanding a simple miscommunication between spouses, children, relatives, friends, bosses, or even the barista at Starbucks can create. Now, place yourself […]
