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Finding common ground Feb 24, 2023

In any workplace, finding common ground can be crucial to building effective and productive relationships with colleagues, managers, and stakeholders. Whether you are working on a team project, managing a team of employees, or negotiating with clients or vendors, being able to establish common...

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Slow down so you can speed up Feb 15, 2023

Decision debt refers to the cost of making short-term decisions that can have long-term consequences. As a leader, it's your responsibility to limit or mitigate decision debt by considering both the short term and long term impacts of those decisions.

Decision debt can be compared to financial...

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Three easy steps to asking for help Feb 07, 2023

As professionals, seeking help is a crucial aspect of our professional development. Whether you're a new hire or a seasoned employee, there will come a time when you need to reach out to others for support. This could be due to a challenging project, a tight deadline, or simply feeling...

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Helping others reach their potential Feb 01, 2023

We all want our people to hit the ground running no matter how new they are. This, however, will lead to missed expectations. All people need an opportunity to learn the ins and outs of new tasks. Note: task is the simplest way to describe an activity that a manager delegates to an employee....

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So you want a resume? Jan 25, 2023

Over the past few weeks, I have been asked about how to write a resume or to review them or to help understand what the heck an effective resume looks like.

I thought I would take a few minutes to write up some guidance on how to look at resumes as well as what you should be writing in yours. As...

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Be Prepared for the Difficult Conversations at Work Jan 19, 2023

As a leader, you know that difficult conversations are a necessary part of effective leadership. Whether it's a disagreement, resistance, or differing opinions, handling tough conversations can be challenging and stressful. However, with the right tools and strategies, you can improve your...

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Peer 1 on 1s: The Key to Unlocking Team Potential and Achieving Goals Jan 16, 2023

Peer 1 on 1s, also known as one-on-one meetings or one-on-ones, are a powerful tool for building stronger relationships, improving communication, and increasing productivity within a team. These meetings are designed to give team members the opportunity to discuss their work, share feedback, and...

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First Time Manager Tips Jan 01, 2023

 

The first few weeks at a new job can be overwhelming. There is a lot to learn and a lot of catching up to do. We will be focusing on the basics of what you need to do in the first few weeks as the new person in charge. During the first week, you can really make an impact on your team...

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Giving and receiving feedback like a pro Dec 30, 2022

Feedback is a way of sharing information about the quality of service or experience. Feedback can be given in many different ways, but the most common methods are verbal and written.

Feedback is important because it helps us to understand what other people think of something. It can also help...

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