Open or Closed? A Leadership Debate
Management best practices over the years have encouraged a wide range of approaches for manager-employee interaction. Years ago, managers used a closed-door approach to focus on important projects and priorities. And, God knows, in this world of distractions and multi-tasking mania, we could use a bit more focus these days! In more recent years, managers […]
Gaming in Training
When training facilitators use games in the classroom, participants explore learning and engagement in fun, competitive ways. Games in a classroom also teach principles of strategic thinking. Check out these top reasons for using games in training:
In Search of Answers
Training is about exploring change. It’s one of the most powerful ways to change the course of your business including everything from employee engagement to financial performance. If searching for the best training solution for your business were a treasure map, what would it look like?…
Being Mindful About Training
Learning and development is a mind game. After more than a century of Psychology research, the facts haven’t changed. Most people retain a mere 50% of instruction after day one, 25% after day two, and less than 10% after…
Letter to a Millennial
I know you think you are part of the “most hated generation.” I know you’re tired of your baby boomer bosses who have a negative view of you and the way you like to do your work. I get it! I’m a Millennial, too…..
Managing Conflict: Leader Lessons
Faced with conflicts in a workgroup, managers often try to correct perceptions (and misperceptions) by lecturing team members about who’s right and who’s wrong….
Measuring Up to Employee Expectations
When employees say they want opportunities for development and advancement, they have specific things in mind…
Own It: Reflecting on 2018 Growth
With the end of the year coming, it’s a good time for reflection…
Professional Communication Tips for the Workplace
When was the last time you looked closely at the next generation of leaders in your organization?…
Do You Have Bench Strength?
When was the last time you looked closely at the next generation of leaders in your organization?…