Over communicate and listen. These are key traits for any manager to have, but they are especially important during a time of transition; transitions such as re-organization, layoffs, new management, etc.

In this day and age, the pace of change is accelerating, and major disruptions are commonplace. There are some management principles, however, that have not changed.

Change is a constant and it is inevitable. It will always involve risk and there will be people who fear the unknown.

Here’s a straight to the point fact of life: rumors, hearsay and gossip damage your culture. Everyone knows this is true, and yet the cycle perpetuates. That is why it is important that as a manger you do not condone or participate in this behavior.

Every organization has politics, but every organization is different, so politics may play a greater or lesser role in your company.

As a manager, you are responsible for building a culture in which people are encouraged to become the best versions of themselves, and there are a number of ways to accomplish this feat.

You want your employees to have fun at work, but they also have a job to do, and as a manager, it your responsibility balance workplace fun with a focus on performance.

Emotionally rehiring your employees is as simple but powerful way to provide positive feedback. It can be as easy as telling someone why you are thankful to have them on your team.

As a manager, you play a key role in onboarding your new employees.