To foster a culture of growth and high performance, organizations should prioritize hiring and developing top performers while effectively supporting medium performers. Investing in employees’ learning and recognizing their contributions will enhance retention and contribute to overall organizational success.
Employees overwhelmingly desire better work-life balance. According to CNBC, 80% of employees would consider leaving their job for better balance, but 40% of leaders believe it’s unattainable. Author John Eades suggests focusing on work-life integration, not a perfect 50/50 split, and provides strategies for leaders to prioritize productivity, well-being, and setting boundaries.
Leadership requires a balance between friendship and authority. While friendship is not the primary goal, caring for team members is essential. Prioritizing leadership over friendship earns respect and fosters fair, reliable relationships. The risks of prioritizing friendship include blurred boundaries, favoritism, and difficulty providing honest feedback. Effective leadership involves setting high standards, providing care with demands, and coaching for growth.
There is an old saying, “Action breeds confidence.” But it’s tough to navigate the fine line of the results of those actions becoming confidence, cockiness, and
Helping get the best out of people is why your leadership is so essential. Said differently, if everyone were motivated, we would need fewer leaders.
Your title is temporary but your impact on others is lasting. More leaders are asked to deliver immediate results than ever before. It’s accepted wisdom that
Productivity is a source of confidence and happiness. According to IBM, leaders’ top concern is productivity: 48% of CEOs now believe this will be their
You don’t have to be a great leader. In fact, you can be an above-average manager in today’s work environment, make a pretty good living,
Working for or with a toxic leader is draining. The longer a team member experiences an absence of empathy, poor communication, or a lack of vision, the more unhappy they are regarding their work.
Everyone claims to be “so busy” these days. The truth is, If you want to be a leader, then the work is no problem.
