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How Morale Changes as a Startup Grows
When we think about startup cultures, we imagine ping pong tables, kegerators, and Nerf guns. More importantly, we envision an esprit de c..
Become a Better Listener by Taking Notes
Team dynamics can make or break a meeting. Have you ever been in a meeting where people interrupt each other, introduce new ideas when the..
Here’s When You Should (And Shouldn’t) Ignore Other People’s Feedback
Sometimes the same feedback that works great in one situation is worthless in another. Here’s why.
The Power of Honesty: Why Being Straightforward Matters
I received a call from Nick, a senior executive in a Fortune 500 company, who had been a client of mine for nearly ten years. “I need to s..
The New Rules of Employee Performance Management
Performance management is one of the most important responsibilities of any manager. Learn how to do it with modern tools and methods.
How To Turn A Team Troublemaker Into A Team Contributor
There’s nothing quite like a “social hand grenade” to slow down progress. You know, those types who walk into a room and make arrogant com..
Beyond The 80/20 Rule: This Formula Might Make You Rethink Time Management
Helpful as it may be, the Pareto principle isn’t a time management strategy. But with a little math, it can point you toward one.
How Managers Can Avoid Playing Favorites
It’s human nature to like some colleagues more than others. But when you’re the boss, treating direct reports differently — and especially..
How Smart People Handle Difficult People
Difficult people defy logic. Some are blissfully unaware of the negative impact that they have on those around them, and others seem to de..
5 Ways Business Leaders Unintentionally Kill Collaboration and Creativity
In 1861, Abraham Lincoln formed his Cabinet with his defeated opponents in the election of 1860. His “Team of Rivals” saved the Union, won..