While some people might read the title of this post and ask, “Really?!” The truth is “Really.” Employees often get very nervous when asked to …
Leadership and Management
These posts focus on workplace leadership and management as part of an overall business strategy.
Developing An Intentional Learning Culture
One of the words I’m starting to hear at conferences and in business conversations is “intentional.” It means, of course, to do something on purpose …
Some Distractions Are Not Welcome [infographic] – Friday Distraction
Years ago, we started this series called the Friday Distraction because we thought that, by the end of the workweek, we’re all looking for a …
Managers: Vulnerability Creates Trust
I recently had the opportunity to attend the Great Place to Work conference in San Diego. This is my third year attending the event – …
The 10 Habits of High-Performing Employees
I’ve never worked with an organization that said they didn’t care about performance. Quite the contrary, I’ve always worked with organizations that cared about performance. …
Employees: You Need to Read This
Some of the best things about technology are the traditions they’re challenging. We’re beginning to change the way we do business because technology solutions allow …
How Do You Change Company Culture – Ask #HR Bartender
A couple weeks ago, I participated in a webinar with my friends at SilkRoad on “HR’s Role in Bridging the Skills Gap.” During the webinar, …