Category: Articles
In HBR: Managing an Employee Who Wants to Impress You All the Time
This article originally appeared on hbr.org. Every leader knows they shouldn’t play favorites — it can lead to dissatisfaction and discord on a team. There are even some surprising disadvantages for the person who is the... Continue reading
In Forbes: How To Work Effectively With A Worrier—Even If It’s You
This article originally appeared on Forbes. Between political upheaval, stock market gyrations and general office politics, there’s plenty for any professional to be concerned about these days. As a business person, it’s part of your... Continue reading
In Forbes: Here Are 3 Ways HR Can Improve Its Credibility
This article originally appeared on Forbes. HR leaders have a tough job: They have to make and enforce rules that protect the organization, while simultaneously supporting employees as people. These responsibilities can often be in conflict,... Continue reading
In European Financial Review: Why Leaders Fail to Make Succession Plans – And What to Do About It
This article originally appeared on The European Financial Review. Boards and executive teams may lament the lack of a succession plan for the business, but struggle to find the time or approaches that will ensure... Continue reading
In HBR: Managing an Underperformer in a Family Business
This article originally appeared on hbr.org. In family businesses, leaders sometimes make hiring and staffing decisions based on relationship and obligation as much as on competence and experience. After all, one purpose of these firms is... Continue reading
In The Muse: What to Do When Your Direct Report Starts Crying (Besides Panic)
There’s more and more media coverage and management literature today about the importance of authenticity at work. There’s a book and an accompanying TEDx talk called “Bring Your Whole Self to Work” by a fellow... Continue reading
In Forbes: How To Improve Employee Engagement In The Digital Era
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com. Despite all the research showing that employee engagement leads to improved business results, only 16% of employees experience the necessary conditions for engagement, such as “a clear sense of purpose, a commonly... Continue reading
In Forbes: How to Make Sure You’re Leading When You’re a People-Pleaser
This article originally appeared on Forbes.com. Good leaders tend to be skilled at satisfying their customers and supporting their colleagues. But if these positive approaches are taken too far they can backfire, and strong leaders can... Continue reading