Why do some people work from home and others prefer (or have no choice but) to work in the office? The business press will tell you it boils [...]
Leading with Positivity: 3 Strategies to Develop Team Resilience
As a leader, your role goes beyond managing tasks and projects. It also involves nurturing a positive and productive work environment. When things are going well, this is [...]
You CAN (And Should) Add Context to Teams Notifications
Have you ever tried to reach someone on Microsoft Teams and seen a red status message that says they’re busy? That’s fine, but will they be available later [...]
Inclusion is the Key to Engagement
How do you keep employees engaged when they aren’t interacting with their teammates and leader every day? The answer is to make sure we’re mindful about including them [...]
What About Zoom Etiquette Now?
When it comes to virtual meetings and communication platforms, times have sure changed. While way ahead of their time, The Jetsons cartoons of the 1960s accurately predicted virtual [...]
Three Things to Do Alone – Before Collaborating
In a world that's all about collaboration, teamwork, and synergy, it's easy to overlook the value of spending time alone. Yes, you read that right—solitary activities are key [...]
Embracing Change You Don’t Like
One of my former supervisors told me that “the only thing constant is change.” I’m pretty sure he intended to be ironic, but his comment is a good [...]
Embracing Constructive Conflict to Foster Creativity and Improve Results
New leaders often view conflict as inherently negative and disruptive because it can create tension and discomfort. However, not all conflicts are negative. Constructive conflict can be a [...]
Five Tips for Starting Meetings on Time
Ask any group of people to make a list of the reasons why meetings are painful or ineffective. Undoubtedly, “They start late” will always make the list. I [...]
Is Hybrid Work Making You Too Pooped to Pop?
Does your team look like this? You’re not alone. Has going back to the office been more work than you expected? Did you think it would lead to [...]