4 Ways to Keep a Positive Mindset When Sales Are Down
When the sales numbers aren't going your way, it's natural to feel down.
13 ways to manage a post-holiday work backlog without losing personal time
Making the most of your time after a holiday break requires setting realistic expectations for yourself and your team.
16 strategies to build a business culture of curiosity and innovative think
Creating a more imaginative internal culture requires making changes to how your business manages employee ideas and feedback.
Breaking news: 11 steps leaders can take to share bad news with stakeholder
No matter how much success a company achieves, there will come a time when leaders have to make plans for delivering bad news.
Project overload: 12 key signs it's time for a leader to reduce project qua
While a busy business is the ultimate goal for many entrepreneurs, too many initiatives can eventually begin to negatively impact the team without intervention.
The 'Fabulous Seven': Traits That Make an Effective Leader
These traits are not innate gifts but acquired through dedication, making them accessible to any aspiring leader.
Crafting Apologies That Heal and Empower
Apologizing is a complex and nuanced skill that consists of personal strength, active listening, and emotional intelligence.
Should Doctors Run Healthcare Organizations?
To minimize the risk of a lengthy search, healthcare organizations should spend ample time upfront thoroughly defining the position, ideal candidate profile, and search process.
I was drinking bottles of wine and whiskey after work
I have vivid memories of my wife telling me how I embarrassed her at social gatherings when I drank a lot.
18 key strategies for businesses preparing to enter international markets
For a successful international launch, conduct careful research into the laws, regulations, customs and culture of each new market.
Inspiration Bias: Reorienting Teams From Negativity to Creative Possibility
The human tendency to dwell on the negative can stifle creative thinking and innovation. But biology does not have to determine the success of mindful companies.
Five Strategies to Be Bold and Innovative
Bold begins as soon as your next brainstorming session. What will your choices create from a calm, curious place?
CEO as Chief Silo Breaker: Nurturing an Effective Executive Team
A cohesive executive team that embodies the mission daily sets the tone for organizational excellence so that everyone can push toward that shared purpose.
Education Is Important for Leaders' Success (Even When It's Non-Traditional
When we talk about how to become great leaders, we must center on education — both the traditional and the non-traditional.
Leading with Trust: An Engineer's Journey to Global Leadership
In shedding the need for total control and embracing empowerment, we can transform ourselves as leaders and inspire those around us to reach greater heights of success.
Why Mourning Former Premier Li Keqiang Is Forbidden in China
The government quickly swooped in, using censorship and police intimidation to contain the overwhelming emotion set off by Li Keqiang's passing.
12 ways virtual assistants can increase a leader's productivity
Even just taking a few routine tasks off of a leader's plate can have a huge impact on their efficiency.
Leadership Lessons From the Wartime General
History is the great teacher that it is because it allows you to see patterns from the past that may be invisible in the present moment.
Operating in a small market? Nine ways to attract business clients from lar
Before moving into a larger market, ensure you have a solid business strategy to engage online prospects.
The Intersection of Resilience and Authenticity: Navigating Leadership Chal
The voyage towards resilient leadership adorned with authenticity is not a transient endeavor but a perennial journey.
How to Create a High-Functioning Executive Team
The process starts with hiring the right kind of person, someone whose competencies align with the organizational culture.
6 Actionable Tips to Lead With Positivity
Because optimism spreads, leaders can use intentional tactics and principles to be a central source of positive workplace culture.
Don't wait for the engagement survey: Measure employee satisfaction now
An annual survey isn't enough. Here's how to connect with your employees and keep a pulse on engagement.
Eight phrases to avoid when communicating during a crisis
To prevent a crisis from becoming even more of a problem, it's essential that leaders have communication plans in place.
How managers can boost employee morale
Low morale can make work performance and employee well-being suffer. Here's what managers can do.
It's time to challenge our idea or professionalism
Bias and 'unwritten rules' at work impact our perception of professionalism. Here's how to challenge that.
What to do when your direct report doesn't respect you
Do you have a disrespectful team member? Here's how to identify the root issue and start a conversation with them.
13 tips for leaders to build a productive and flexible work policy
Inviting employees to share feedback and make suggestions can help ensure the entire team is in alignment.
How to avoid meeting rabbit holes and run efficient meetings
No one likes inefficient meetings. Follow these five steps to stay on track during your next meeting.
Who could replace Kevin McCarthy? List of potential new speakers
The House will have to elect a new speaker for the second time in 10 months.