False Praise Kills
Effective leadership relies on genuine feedback, recognition, and support. However, providing false praise can harm leaders’ effectiveness and the overall dynamics within a team or organization. Research has shed light on the dangers of insincere or unwarranted praise in leadership contexts. In this article, we will explore the top four reasons, backed by research, why […]
The 4 Keys to Growing Up as a Leader and Executive
In today’s hyper-connected corporate world, it would be very difficult for a CEO with a “command-and-control” and silo mentality to lead their company, without adapting to the ever-shifting ocean of change. It is vital that the leader break the mold and realize the many benefits he can reap from the collective intellect of his staff. […]
Do You Have What it Takes to Lead a Great Place to Work?
Would you like to lead like leaders at a “Great Places to Work” organization? Every year, there are countless company rankings in a number of different categories, ranging from “Happiest Workplace” to “Best Workplace for Women”. GlassDoor recently published the list of Best Places to Work (2016) after tallying surveys from 1.6 million employees. The […]
Integration Through Transformation
Why is the dream of integrated talent management so hard to translate into reality? After more than a decade of “the war for talent,” the quest to integrate talent solutions remains elusive. Many executives are crying out for better integration. Leaders want the right people with the right skills, and they know that is best […]
Generating Amazing Spirit and Internal Thought Leadership in the Workplace
Most companies unfortunately become cemented in a “go-do” attitude, where employees are viewed strictly as programmable resources that must be allocated efficiently to produce the optimum result. In textbook operation management, this makes sense. But the real world works differently. Inspiring your employees cultivates a learning atmosphere that brings out the highest potential from your […]