In some ways, hiring upper management employees is a completely different puzzle to solve than mid- or entry-level hires. Although the right person for the job varies by industry and company, there are still some common themes …
Leadership Development Archive
According to a 2013 Gallup State of the American Manager report, only 35 percent of U.S. managers are engaged in their jobs. This epidemic not only affects the manager, but it also rubs off on those managed …
It never hurts to assess the leadership in your organization—especially if you haven’t in a while. But sometimes effective leadership traits may seem a little contradictory. However, when it comes to leadership, it is important to be …
Leadership training is a very valuable asset in any organization. It helps build teams, hire the right employees, influence the organization as well as other organizations, and helps set and communicate visions and goals. As an entrepreneur, …
Any team worth its weight develops from strong leadership. About 72 percent of the 191 organizations surveyed in Brandon Hall Group’s Team Development and Performance Study said team performance has an extremely positive impact on overall productivity. …
Organizational leadership can be structured in several different ways. Each organization is most successful with one structure over the others. So which structure of organizational leadership works best for your organization? Take a look at these 3 …
According to CEB Global, nearly 60 percent of managers underperform during their first 2 years. This could be the result of a number of issues—failing to understand the employees, being unaware of the effect certain management styles …
In many everyday settings, people often have an uncontrollable tendency to slip up under pressure. It’s not on purpose, and it’s hard to avoid. Unfortunately, the workplace is not an exception to these dilemmas. Even effective managers …
The best way to master your leadership methods is to identify what type of leader you are. There are countless leadership styles in the modern workforce; choosing one you personally reflect will help you focus and hone …
When it comes to leadership, which do you think is better: authority or influence? According to Fast Company, “a leader who applies influence rather than asserts authority is likelier to succeed.” Why is this? For one, associating …