Insights on 360° feedback and leadership development
Feedback is a popular topic; however, sometimes an interesting way to illustrate a point is to provide a personal example. Let me explain how my recent experience with coffee grinds resulted in feedback. I’m an avid coffee drinker. For a…
One of my favorite shows on TV is Top Chef on Bravo. Each week, chefs compete against each other in culinary challenges in extremely high-pressure situations. Some chefs yell, flame out, and make rookie mistakes, and others maintain their cool…
As I was searching for leadership development articles to share on our twitter handle, a Wall Street Journal article caught my attention – “Five Signs You’re a Bad Boss”. The article states that many bosses are simply clueless about their…
Everyone knows an ineffective manager can make workers of all levels miserable, which can result in low employee morale, stress, and turnover. And according to research from the Human Capital Institute, managerial effectiveness continues to decline. Here are some typical…
I recently saw The King’s Speech and I highly recommend it. From the incredible acting to the music to the different take on a historic time – it is a fantastic film. The film depicts the story of King George…
Like birth, death, and taxes – conflict is inevitable. Whenever people gather together, there are bound to be different points of view that often lead to disagreements. Conflict in the workplace can be an unwelcomed distraction, and can result in…
There is a cliche that we learn something new every day. Do you believe that is true? Some say it is not possible. Others argue that it is achievable and sometimes “we let our minds shut down” to learning opportunities.…
As an avid fan of football, basketball, and baseball, I read plenty of sports articles. And no matter what game, or what team, there is typically one line that is used to describe why a team won – “they played…
Little things can leave a big impression in life. Small gestures such as bringing a friend her favorite cup of coffee, or taking over the childcare duties from your partner can sometimes leave lasting impressions. However, there are some small…
When Apple CEO Steve Jobs announced he would take a medical leave of absence, there was one question burning in the minds of shareholders, investors, and the general public. What happens now? Tim Cook, chief operating officer, will be at…