Of course everyone will respond “no” to this question but the truth is that it happens more often than you think. In many cases when a new supervisor steps into their first formal leadership role there may be all kinds of issues lurking that require his or her attention. There
Findings from a recent Deloitte Global Millennial Survey found that nearly a third of millennials left their current position due to lack of learning and development opportunities. When companies take the time to develop their employees it’s a win for everyone.
If you step outside of your office and ask one of your employees “What are you doing here?” most would say “working.” Some may offer additional information that describes their task or job. “I’m programming the materials database” or “I’m completing a
For most leaders, making in through the day is like being caught up in a whirlwind. Between meetings, projects, deadlines, emails and the latest crisis, it’s easy to forget about the good stuff that is happening and the employees that make
Change, even on a good day, is difficult. If it wasn’t I’d be wearing a size 6 suit. Change in the workplace is no easier. As companies look to reinvent themselves to meet the challenges of the future, change is inevitable. Whether
Keeping up in today’s changing world requires a constant eye on the market, technology and your customers. Companies also must have the ability to quickly adapt to new ways of doing business as new skills, new processes and new technology can
What are you going to accomplish this year? When asked to set goals, most people think about what they believe is possible to accomplish and in most cases they already have an idea of how to get there. But this is the type
Productivity drivers provide the foundation for success by making sure there is a work structure, trained and skilled employees, and processes to get the work done. Technology and innovation enables the organization to move forward and compensation structures provide incentives
A recent article in Forbes cited research that indicated 45% of employees say “lack of trust in leadership is the biggest issue in work performance.” Building trust is an essential part of being an effective leader. Trust facilitates a work environment where people are
Work-life balance, technology, demographics, social media, a drive for continuous learning and a desire for meaningful work is reshaping our workforce. Are leaders prepared to deal with these changes? Do they know how to engage today’s workforce? Are they helping employees