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3 tips for 2020 graduates (from a 2008 recession graduate)
"[Opportunity] has a sly habit of slipping in by the back door, and often it comes disguised in the form of misfortune, or temporary defeat.” Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill I recently received a message this week from a member of the class of 2020 at a local...
5 Essential Reads for New and Aspiring Managers
I often get the question "what are the best new manager books to read?" so I figured I would post them all on this blog so that I can save us all some time and refer people to this link. 🙂 Please note that all links are...
Dos and Don’ts of Performance Reviews for Managers – Part II
Last week, I wrote about the "Dos" (best practices) of performance reviews for managers. This week, I have a few suggestions for things to avoid when conducting your reviews. If you can avoid these, you're sure to find a smoother process at the annual review. The...
Dos and Don’ts of Performance Reviews for Managers — Part I
Ah, who doesn't love a performance review? The only thing better than getting one is giving one, right? ... Kidding, of course. I've seen them done really well, and really poorly, so I wanted to share a few of the key takeaways I've collected over the years for what...
New Year, New Brand: How to know when it’s time for a revamp
This time of year, we are inundated with messages about new year's resolutions. If it's time to start a new diet, get in shape, call that loved one, or reset in other ways... by all means, please do so. But is there one important one you might not have considered? I'm...
What the Myers-Briggs Teaches Us about Communication
Have you ever been frustrated at someone's lack of attention to detail, or to the big picture? Do you sometimes feel like you and the other person are speaking different "languages" when you're trying to communicate? The Myers-Briggs Type Indicator®, or MBTI®, has...
Four Tips for Navigating Conflict
Conflict is a normal part of our every day lives. In order to make conflict productive, effective, and useful, it's important to know how to navigate it. To help you change how you perceive conflict, we have created a list of four tips that will transform almost any...
Five Communication Tips Every Manager Needs
Effective communication helps you create shared a meaning and common understanding within a team. Here are 5 must-know tips for managers(or anyone) looking to create a productive work environment where employees can thrive. 1. Communicate proactively and often. As a...