Some companies spend millions of dollars each managing the brand image they create with the public. Great care is taken so that the look, feel and message of the brand communicates exactly what the company intends in the consumer’s mind. Rightfully so, as a public relations disaster or negative brand image can quickly put a […]

If you manage people, at some point you’ll probably need to address a sensitive issue. The stakes in these tough conversations are high as the topics often cause people to feel uncomfortable or embarrassed. Because of this, the conversations are avoided and people are left unaware of critical issues that impact their relationships and ultimately, […]

The understanding of extraversion and introversion can be an important milestone on your journey to deeper self-awareness and personal growth. I know for me, the discovery that I was an off-the-scale introvert was life-changing. Too often the terms extravert and introvert are used to put people into a sort of virtual box, so that assumptions […]

One of the most challenging conversations for any leader can be the one ending employment. If you are a manager of people, it comes with the territory. While a termination conversation is never pleasant, with proper planning, you can minimize detractors and deliver your message in a way that maintains the dignity and respect for […]

Successfully assuming the responsibilities of leadership often has as much to do about your thought processes as your actual skills. Many people wait until they move into a leadership position before they begin to worry about getting themselves prepared, but of course by then, you’re already at a disadvantage. Whether you’re currently in a leadership […]

Interviewing and hiring new team members is an important function for any leader. Sometimes it can be hard to determine if you are an accurate impression of the “real” person during the interview, as many candidates will try to tell you exactly what they think you want to hear rather than being totally honest. After […]

The employment landscape can be uncertain at times. It is now the exception for an individual to stay with one employer for 30+ years and retire with the gold watch. Companies are reorganizing and restructuring frequently and in all this chaos sometimes good performers can even find themselves caught in a RIF (reduction in force). […]

This week we are going to explore ways to consciously develop your leadership style so that is it authentic and genuine. You can do this through increased self-awareness and practicing behaviors that are in sync with your values and principles. To help you with the discovery process, we have several questions every leader should ask […]