Have you ever wondered why people love office gossip so much? Not the scandalous kind that includes details of our co-workers’ private lives, but the work-related kind that speculates on who’s getting what promotion or whether recent budget cuts will lead to layoffs?...
When you think of status, you may imagine luxury goods, a powerful title or your economic standing. But in everyday life, at work, with friends, even at home, our sense of personal status is something innately wired into our brain’s core circuitry. And it influences...
Have you ever wondered what makes a good leader? You may be surprised to discover it’s likely not what you think. Many of today’s leaders are change averse, problem focused and highly distracted – a product of being immersed in ongoing information overload. But thanks...
We’ve all heard the saying the only constant in life is change, but how good are we at it? If you’re part of an organization going through an acquisition or merger – or simply experiencing day-to-day change – you’re all too familiar with just how difficult it can be...
It’s a new year and for many companies, that means a fresh start, goal setting and making sure the right people are in the right position for optimal performance. This is when many managers move into positions of leadership, a promotion often given based on previous...
No one likes having tough workplace conversations. Shooting the breeze, chatting around the water cooler, catching up over lunch are all much more enjoyable. But if done right, tough conversations are excellent opportunities to grow, coach and foster cohesion among...
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