Internal Onboarding
Most leaders (well, most good leaders, anyway), would agree that onboarding is a key part of the employee development process. Just as a baby needs a smack on the butt to start breathing, your new team members need something to help them get started at the beginning of their employee life wth you. They feel […]
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- Nov, 14, 2016
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Nov, 14, 2016
Have Friends Outside of the Office
One thing we often notice among employees is that they often spend a lot of their social time with their co-workers. There is an advantage there, of course, because it can make the workplace a much more inviting and engaging place if your employees are friends as well as being co-workers. Plus, let’s face it, […]
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- Nov, 10, 2016
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What’s In A Name?
People change, organizations change, needs change, and as a result, roles often change. When that happens, when it’s time to move a good performer out of a role but hold onto them for something else, think about what you’re going to call them. It matters. A recent article explored “the Chrysalis effect” in startups. This […]
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- Oct, 24, 2016
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Right vs Right
Making decisions is one of the key elements of leadership. When all is said and done, that’s what you get paid to do. While it’s important to have technical skills and an understanding of business needs, the real usefulness of your knowledge lies in terms of helping you make decisions. Your employees create the product, […]
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- Oct, 20, 2016
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A Pat on the Back
There is a lot to be said for getting positive feedback from your boss and your peers. Your employees probably didn’t enter their field to have someone patting them on the back, but still, it’s nice to know when your talents are recognized and appreciated. You should look for ways to acknowledge the talent that […]
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- Oct, 13, 2016
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