Every leader has a style. Whether they like to give direct orders or vague guidance; value competitiveness or collaboration; or heed feelings or logic, … Read more
Wanna know why staff are quitting? Look at what they’re saying on social media
Let’s get a few things straight about the so-called ‘Great Resignation’. Firstly it’s not ‘great’ at all. What’s so great hearing about record … Read more
Spotting and addressing microagressions
To everyone’s benefit, the workplace has – thankfully – become a far less aggressive environment to be in. It’s no longer socially … Read more
Sex happens – now what?
Whether it’s people deciding to work on a hybrid basis or others ‘moving back’ to their desk on a permanent footing, the good news for many employers is … Read more
Why HR must teach forgiveness
Toxic workplaces create poor employee mental health – fact. But according to executive coach, Jim Frawley, as well as tackling areas where toxicity might … Read more
Do you understand your listening preferences?
Talk to any HR leader, and most would concur that their role is as much about listening to people as it is about talking to them. Yet ask them if they know … Read more
Happening on TLNT: Managing a Level-Six “Assbag” Crisis
Late in my HR career, I provided support to a group of IT professionals in our St. Louis office. It wasn’t a glamorous job, but it was nice to talk to … Read more
Fixing a Level-Six “Assbag” Crisis
This article is part of TLNT’s new series Questioning Authority, which challenges leading thinking by talking to leading thinkers. The piece below is … Read more
Your Employees Who Refuse to Wear Masks — Now What?
You’ve probably seen the YouTube clips. People who refuse to wear masks in public getting into arguments, fights, and all sorts of foolishness. But … Read more
Managing a Brilliant Jerk
Can difficult leaders change, or will they remain their ornery, over-the-top, demanding selves for the rest of their lives — and thereby continue to make … Read more