Tag: human resources
How to Manage Yourself When a Colleague Upsets You with Bullying Remarks
Last week, three women from different organizations described the same kind of confusing, uncomfortable situation to me. I suspect this kind of problem comes up pretty frequently, and not just for women — but that... Continue reading
In HBR: Creating Flex Work Policies … When Everyone Has Different Needs
This article originally appeared on Harvard Business Review. As those groups that were able to work remotely during the pandemic navigate their returns to the workplace, one thing is clear and consistent: Whatever any organization is... Continue reading
3 Surprising Factors That Make It Hard for Leaders to Resolve Conflicts
Recently, I had a wonderful conversation with Danny Langloss, who is the host of the Leadership Excellence podcast, the City Manager of Dixon, Illinois, and a true student of leadership. Danny asked me a lot... Continue reading
In Forbes: 6 Ways To Understand And Combat Your Team’s Burnout
This post originally appeared on Forbes. You aren’t alone right now if you feel frazzled and burned out. In the midst of the pandemic, 76 percent of U.S. employees surveyed said they were experiencing burnout. You... Continue reading
Why This Is the Time to Hold “Stay” Interviews with Your People
As the U.S. continues opening up after the pandemic’s multiple waves, it’s likely that there will be surges in turnover even as many employers need more staff, not less. Research from Eagle Hill Consulting suggests... Continue reading
How to Prepare Your Team for a Successful Return to the Office
Many organizations are thinking about when and how to move their staffs back into their original premises or into other real estate — or if they should take a different approach to work altogether. As... Continue reading
How to Get Your Rising Employees Ready for Leadership Roles
A faithful reader asked me how to prepare employees for succession. This is a major issue in all kinds of organizations, but it’s particularly relevant for those with declared intentions to promote from within. Promoting... Continue reading
How to Develop Your People Even When You Have No Time
During our Zoom meeting last week, a client was worrying about how little attention he’s given to the formal development of his team members in the last year. He wants them to progress, and he... Continue reading