Leaders unknowingly destroy trust, undermine productivity, increase employee stress, and decrease engagement through inconsistent behaviors and practices. … Read more
They Don’t Trust the Boss, But They’ll Rent a Room to a Stranger
How important is trust for an organization? In a survey by Interaction Associates, over 80% of employees said being effective in their work requires a high … Read more
Your ‘Open Door’ Policy May be Sending the Wrong Message
While probably well-meaning, the phrase “My door is always open” tells your people: You expect them to take the initiative and meet you on your territory, … Read more
Why Talking ‘Passion’ Can Make All the Difference
“Passion will move men beyond themselves, beyond their shortcomings, beyond their failures,” iconic American writer Joseph Campbell said. … Read more
If You’re Not Making Changes, You Might Already be a Dinosaur
Over the years, Bill Marriott has seen a seismic change in his business. “Today is a whole new ballgame for me,” he says. “When I went to hotels when I was … Read more
Leaders – They Don’t Trust You
Corporate leaders have a big problem. Trust in leadership is at an all-time low, and employees believe their leaders are detached and don’t care about … Read more
Get the Feedback You Need By ‘Mentioning the Unmentionable’
A manager at a constructive conversations seminar I was giving shared a great example of what I believe is one of the most powerful communication devices … Read more
Onboarding Is Even More Critical for New Leaders
Is your new leader completely prepared for his or her new role in your business before he or she walks in the door? Is the new leader’s team prepared for a … Read more
6 Steps Every Company Can Take to Develop Women Leaders
This is second of two parts on gender diversity in leadership positions. Today’s article offers some steps organizations can take to develop future … Read more
Women May Be Better Leaders Than Men, So Why Aren’t There More?
This is first of two parts on gender diversity in leadership positions. Today’s article discusses the current lack of women leaders, the reasons why, … Read more