If you’re in a leadership position in your organization, part of your job is noticing the way the culture in the office impacts employee satisfaction, productivity, and profitability margins. Consider these three common cultural problems – that have a huge impact on your bottom line – but often go unchecked: 1. Encouraging Internal Competition Does […]
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3 Keys to Shifting Difficult Conversations…Before They Begin
As you watch the video, see some of the key points listed below. If you take the time to write down a few notes, the ex-English teacher in me wants you to know you’re 82% more likely to remember them come tomorrow. 😉 There are 3 things to do before you start talking: 1. Know […]
3 Obstacles to Effective Feedback – And What To Do Instead
If you’re a supervisor or manager of direct reports, it’s important to hone your communication skills as you move through your career to make your feedback easier to hear so that your conversations are effective. (It’s hard to be candid and compassionate, right?) Too often, supervisors assume that it’s necessary to choose between efficacy and […]