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Nov 9, 2022

Quiet Quitting: What Is It & What To Do About It

3 Things to Know About Quiet Quitting With the rise in popularity of the term “quiet quitting”, a lot of leaders are struggling to understand exactly what it is, and more importantly, what to do about it. In our latest episode of The Man & The Millennial Show, we dive into this employment phenomenon and help you understand […]

Sep 23, 2022

Why You SHOULD Have That Difficult Conversation at Work

© Can Stock Photo / gstockstudio Is a Difficult Conversation Really the Best Strategy? Most of us were taught early on that honesty is the best policy. But as we grow older and assume more personal and professional responsibility, the scope and breadth of problems we encounter grow more complex. The problems we are responsible […]

Aug 5, 2022

How Great Leaders Handle Gossip

How to Handle Gossip in the Workplace Workplace gossip can be irreversibly harmful to teams. But when it comes time to handle gossip in the workplace, most leaders won’t deal with the issue head-on. Why? Because it can be really uncomfortable and awkward. But if you don’t manage it, who will? Listen to this episode […]

Sep 9, 2021

Talk With People: 6 Steps to Cut Complaints & Build Connection

Use these six communication steps when you talk with people, and watch complaints subside and your relationships improve!

Jul 15, 2021

I’m Positive: How to Avoid Assumptions

For Three Stooges fans out there, you’ll probably remember the following bit. If you’re not a fan, hang on — their routine illustrates a common trap business leaders and professionals encounter. These tips will help you avoid the “I’m positive” pitfall. “I’m Positive” Routine Their shtick went something like this. Larry gives Moe some sort […]

May 18, 2021

Grow or Swell… Are You Creating Positive Leadership Goodwill?

Negative or Positive Leadership? Picture it. Eighty-five top managers from a well-known national organization jammed into a meeting room for a one-day leadership retreat. I wanted to get the group involved quickly, so I began with a simple exercise “Think of the best leader you’ve ever known…” I asked them. “…then write down the characteristics […]

Feb 22, 2021

6 Inexcusable Leadership Flaws

We have a whole section in our leadership management training we call “unpardonable sins of leadership.” These leadership flaws are the actions and attributes that so obviously hamper good leadership that many people find them inexcusable. Take a couple minutes and do a self-check, your leadership reputation is worth it.

Sep 16, 2020

Not Training Leaders? Here’s What You’re Risking

Some people — okay, most people — are pitched into the leadership fray without really knowing how to perform. Some have the potential to lead and have demonstrated great technical expertise. But few naturally possess the leadership skillset to be successful right out of the chute. And unfortunately, studies show most organizations don’t provide much […]

May 29, 2020

Feeling Overwhelmed? Think About This!

Are you feeling overwhelmed? It’s time to flip the script and change your mindset. Here’s how.

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