productivity Archives

Forget Self Care. See the Results When You Devote Yourself to Better Structure

For the past few months, I’ve been hearing concerns about how leaders can take care of themselves to make sure they’re ready to perform. Companies are worried about burnout and turnover after what feels like... Continue reading

How to Work with a Boss Who Needs Company to Feel Comfortable

When I was a young exec, one of my bosses would call me into his office whenever he needed to write significant memos. I would have to sit quietly in a chair across from his... Continue reading

How to Think About It When a Teammate Cancels a Commitment with You

In the last 10 days, two different people have each “bumped” me twice: one was a TV producer who wanted to interview me and the other was a top exec who wanted me to interview... Continue reading

In Forbes: How To Help Your Team Make The Most Of The New Year

This article originally appeared on Forbes. At this time of year, many organizations are focusing on their annual goals and plans. Beyond quantifying targets and establishing commitments, though, there’s another approach that can help you create... Continue reading

Leaders, Do You Need Help to Be Sure Your Projects Are on Track?

Three times in the last nine months, senior executives from different organizations have complained to me that the initiatives they’re interested in aren’t progressing. Of course, it’s a stressful time for everyone, and meetings on... Continue reading

In Forbes: How To Provide Employees With Growth Opportunities That Will Help Your Team Succeed

This article originally appeared on Forbes. Lots of organizations today still feel terribly disrupted by the pandemic. Many employees are still working from home, and there’s great confusion over what will happen next and whether we’ll ever... Continue reading