Managers Problem Solve Many managers state that their conversations at work are all about problem solving. Topics range from issues with...

I am drawn to stories of survival; and the other day when I saw a video of how to survive falling through ice, it intrigued me to keep...

Call from a neighbor- I assumed the worst and it was good news. Learned about a client who thought her poor performing employee will...

First, the solution- Muster the courage to ask, plan your conversation and seek feedback! Lack of alignment– Maybe you are not listening...

I was definitely surprised by the feedback from my last blog. While I discussed coping with a boss who avoids conflict, I was bombarded...

When tortoises feel threatened, they retreat into their thick shells to safely wait out the potential crisis. But what happens when...

Spoiler Alert: this is NOT one of those work/life balance articles about being consumed by our work and allowing it to invade our...

Pope Francis may not have specifically preached about the evils of office gossip during his recent U.S. visit, but he has often discussed...

Our society just can’t seem to get enough of the latest high-tech gadgets. (Apple Watch, anyone?) On the other hand, the technology that...

© highwaystarz – Fotolia.com Recently a client of mine was facing a difficult situation: Over the past few years, his company had...

This is an accountability success story of regular people just doing their jobs. They weren’t trained in Six Sigma, yet you’ll see...

In the book The Oz Principle: Getting Results Through Individual and Organizational Accountability (Roger Connors, Tom Smith, and Craig...

This is a guest post by Nikki Baulisch, a Generation Y employee. © Picture-Factory – Fotolia.com Refrain from talking to them...

Summer is the time of year when many organizations conduct their annual performance evaluations. As a manager, you may procrastinate...

What a workout! Not only was it fun, the time flew buy and it was a great cardio, arm and leg workout. I felt fantastic after that hour....

This post was inspired by a conversation with a client, who also happens to be a bird keeper with an aviary in his backyard. He is a...

Too often in the workplace we overlook the power of diversity of thought. Many times we shy away from those who have differing opinions...

© yanlev – Fotolia.com If your boss prefers to keep things at a high level and just wants the bottom line, and you are more detailed in...

We hear about data and metrics every day: Instructors measure class evaluations, checklists get followed, the runner tracks her personal...

The following is an article that discusses how you can adapt to your boss' style so you don't drive yourself crazy. Download Dealing with...